7 unusual ideas to celebrate Mother's Day in Leeds

Mother's Day may be fast approaching, but there's still plenty of time to plan something special to celebrate the occasion.

From creative crafts, to relaxing retreats, here are a few more unusual ideas on how to spend the day.

Become a whiz in the kitchen

Spend some quality time in the kitchen learning the art of sushi making at Edo Sushi/

Through instructive demonstations you will be taught how to make a variety of sushi and rolls and you'll be gifted with a sushi making kit for two, alongside your own freshly prepared creation to enjoy in the comfort of your own home.

Visit: Edo Sushi/Candlebar, 1 Wharf Approach, Granary Wharf, LS1 4GJ - eventbrite.co.uk

Get creative

If your mum is a fan of arts and crafts, why not head to the Bowery in Headingley where you can take part in a vintage lampshade making workshop and make your own unique creation, complete with a complementary glass of bucks fizz as you work.

Visit: Bowery Visual Arts, 54 Otley Road, Headingley, LS6 2AL - thebowery.org

Have a pamper session

Give your mum the ultimate treat day with a pamper aboard White Rose's beauty bus, where she can choose from a selection of hair and beauty treatments and if you spend more than £50 between Friday 9 and Sunday 11 March you'll receive a free goodie bag.

Visit: White Rose Shopping Centre, Dewsbury Road, LS11 8LU - white-rose.co.uk

Take on a challenge

If you're looking for a more adventurous way to celebrate Mother's Day, why not head to Ilkley's Clip 'N Climb where you can test your resolve across 21 challenging obstacles, which are suitable for both children and adults.

And they are running a special Mother's week event, starting on Sunday 11 March, which allows mum to climb free when booking in with your children.

Visit: Clip 'n Climb Ilkley, 17 Station Plaza, Ilkley, LS29 8HF - clipnclimbilkley.co.uk

Celebrate in style

Give your mum the fairy-tale treatment with a relaxing spa day at Hazlewood Castle, where together you can enjoy a massage, cleanse and boost facial, chill-out time in the relaxation room and castle grounds, and a delicious afternoon tea to round off the perfect day.

Visit: Hazlewood Castle, Paradise Lane, Hazlewood, LS24 8NJ - hazlewood-castle.co.uk

Indulge the senses

Get swept away on an aromatic journey at The Botanist Leeds, where you can take part in a perfume masterclass with The Perfume Studio.

Learn about the art of perfumery and sample an array of blends, before having a go at creating your own individual perfume to take away on the day. The scent will be kept in the Perfume Studio's fragrance library, so you can easily re-order in the future.

Visit: The Botanist Leeds, Trinity Leeds, 67 Boar Lane, LS1 6HW - facebook.com

Go gift hunting

Flowers are a staple Mother's Day gift, but if you're keen to find something a little more out of the ordinary head to The Plant Room at Harvey Nichols.

In store from Thursday 8 to Sunday 11 March, the Leeds-based curators of all things green will be popping up with an array of plants and beautiful curated bouquets on sale to choose from - ideal for picking out that perfect present.

Visit: Harvey Nichols, Victoria Leeds, 107-111 Briggate, LS1 6AZ - harveynichols.com