IT'S the one time a year when mums get the true recognition they deserve - and what better way than a lovely afternoon tea.

With Mother’s Day approaching we have put a list together of just some of the places you can enjoy an afternoon tea in Cumberland.

ALLERDALE

The Melbreak Hotel, Workington

With dainty finger sandwiches, freshly-baked plain and fruit scones with jam and cream, savoury items and sweet mouthfuls of delicious home-made cakes, pastries and mini desserts in the wonderful conservatory restaurant, it’s the perfect treat.

The Skiddaw Hotel, Keswick

With a twist on the traditional afternoon tea, The Hikers Picnic Board provides a ‘unique foodie experience’ with savoury treats such as sliders complemented by a whole host of others in the lovely hotel situated right in the heart of Keswick.

Armathwaite Hall Hotel and Spa, Bassenthwaite

Situated on the shores of Bassenthwaite Lake the hotel says that ‘diners can choose from a selection of savoury and sweet treats, including freshly made sandwiches, homemade cake, biscuits, scones with jam and cream and tea or coffee’.

COPELAND

The Peddler, Whitehaven

With pre-booking essential, the Peddler is a hit with people in Whitehaven, the afternoon tea features a fantastic menu of scotch eggs, Cumberland sausage rolls and chicken fillets, as well as homemade scones and lemon tarts and a complimentary glass of prosecco thrown in.

Lingla Café, Frizington

With sit in, collection or delivery on offer, the café can provide the afternoon tea to your door if you wish. There is an array of scones, cakes and a selection of sandwiches on offer from the café - it’s the perfect gift for mum.

Bakes by Gina, Whitehaven

Based in her home kitchen in Whitehaven, Bakes by Gina can provide a delicious afternoon tea for you to enjoy at home with all products baked fresh on the morning of your collection.

CARLISLE

The Halston, Carlisle

Served in the Barton’s Yard restaurant, the traditional afternoon tea features all kinds of sweet and savoury treats, providing the perfect opportunity to treat your mum or other special person in the heart of Carlisle.

The Crown Hotel, Wetheral

Serving a traditional afternoon tea, the hotel provides what they describe as a ‘perfect experience near Carlisle to gather with friends or celebrate special occasions’.

Farlam Hall, Brampton

The hall serves what they describe as a 'beautifully-balanced' mix of sweet and savoury delights, crafted by their specialist pastry chef, and served in a Victorian-era dining room.