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5 ways to save on... Mother's Day

SAY IT WITH FLOWERS

Keep an eye out for discounts on Mother's Day bouquets, as well as coupon codes. For example, online florist Bloom & Wild has previously offered customers 20% off £30 bouquets - a saving of £6.

You'll also find cheaper options in supermarkets. Marks & Spencer sells bouquets and indoor plants from £20, plus you can get free next-day delivery via its website.

My local recommdation is Bulbeck Blooms based at Southbourne Farm see link here ;

https://bulbeckblooms.co.uk/about-us

CASH IN WITH A CODE

Check discount websites, such as Wowcher and Groupon, to see if any restaurants, spas or attractions near you are running offers. For example,

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Just remember to read the terms and conditions and check the expiry date.

MAKE A PHOTO GIFT

While it's lovely to splurge on your mum, a less-expensive gift with thought put into it will mean a whole lot more.

Make your own photobook - you just need to buy a book and print out your pictures.

You can get 45 prints a month for free using the FreePrints app, while making a personalised mug with a photo of you both can cost as little as £6.

( You could also gift a gift voucher from Beside The Seaside Photography to ‘capture memories that last a lifetime’ See link here https://www.besidetheseasidephotography.co.uk/session-information/gift-voucher-portsmouth-uk or email Info@besidetheseasidephotography.co.uk for more information.

DINE IN INSTEAD OF OUT

Going for afternoon tea can set you back around £60 each, but you could save up to £37 per person by opting for a hamper to enjoy at home instead.

The Cornish Company's Cream Tea Hamper costs just £22.99 for up to four people. It includes freshly baked scones, clotted cream, jam, tea bags, shortbread and biscuits.

If you are planning to take your mum out, you could save money by booking a table after a certain time. For example, the Miller & Carter chain of steakhouses will give tables of four or more a complimentary bottle of fizz if you book to dine after 8pm.

Or book another local and favourite of ours by going to Annie Jones ( insert link https://www.anniejones.co.uk/ and cocktail/ food photo )

GET A GIFT BOX

Cosmetics are always a welcome gift come Mother's Day, and they can be cost-effective. If you choose a gift box instead of purchasing the items individually, you could save up to a third.

For example, a Boots Premium Summer Skin Box contains 17 products - seven of which are full-size - and is worth

£45, but costs a bargain £30.

Other ideas include buying vouchers from these local and fabulous small businesses

  • Little Di's Beauty

    https://www.instagram.com/littledisbeauty?igsh=ZDE5MTNnZ3cyd2Rq

    Eyelash Extensions / nails & facials

  • Heather Peattie Healing

    https://g.co/kgs/1fs2Fqs

    Reiki & Massage

  • Collective

    Hair & Other beauty treatments

    https://www.instagram.com/collective_portsmouth?igsh=aWV1czJhdzR5NHp3

    Lauren May Hair

    https://www.instagram.com/_lauren_may_hair_?igsh=YjBzcDlsZDEycGt3

  • Personalised items with Made just 4 U

    https://www.instagram.com/madejust4u_?igsh=MWx4OGt0amJvbHJ0aQ==

  • Mystic Coffee Lounge

    Crystals ○ Coffee ○ great food

    Readings

  • https://g.co/kgs/LX8y1v2Crystals Cosham

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