Discover the colours, flavours and wildlife of spring in the East of England - and take advantage of one of our accommodation special offers to stay just a little bit longer.

Give your mum a real treat - with our selection of special events, delicious lunches and fun activities for Mother's Day (Sunday 22 March). With so much going on there is no excuse not to do something amazing with your weekends.

For more great ideas of things to do and to be inspired click here.

A relaxing walk at Ickworth House in Suffolk

Join the Head Gardener for a relaxing Mother's Day walk through the National Trust's Italianate gardens at the extraordinary Ickworth House in Horringer (nr. Bury St. Edmunds) on Sunday 22 March between 1130-1300.

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A boat trip on The Broads from Wroxham in Norfolk

Discover The Broads with Mother's Day River Trips on Sunday 22 March (1130-1300 and 1400-1600). Depart from the town of Wroxham with Broads Tours for a two hour cruise including a free glass of wine for mum.

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Lunch with the beautiful swans at Welney in Cambridgeshire

Spend Mother's Day with the stately swans of WWT Welney Wetland Centre (nr. Wisbech) on Sunday 22 March. Enjoy a two-course roast lunch (two servings at 1200 and 1230) plus a special gift for mum. Pre-booking essential.

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This spring, take advantage of our special 3 nights for the price of 2 offers and discover a home-from-home with a cosy bed and breakfast or head to a traditional working farm set in gently rolling countryside. For a touch of style, why not try a country house hotel or escape the hustle and bustle of every day life with a self catering country cottage.

Whatever your choice you will be sure of a warm welcome and a great stay in the East of England. For more information about our offers click below.

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Enjoy the ultimate luxury short break in the heart of the Norfolk Broads this spring. Broad House Hotel - a beautiful 16th century Queen Anne residence located in the heart of the world-renowned Norfolk Broads National Park - is offering a package worth more than £1000, consisting of 2 nights stay including Dinner, Bed & Breakfast plus a 2 hour cruise of the Broads with Lola Charters.

The elegant boutique country house hotel is set in 24 acres of secluded parkland on the edge of Wroxham Broad and offers a wonderful setting for a relaxing break where you can escape from the stresses and strains of modern living.

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Dazzling Daffodils

These trumpet-shaped flowers herald the start of spring, with their colourful blooms. Fantastic massed displays can be viewed in many of the region's civic parks and gardens. Click below for opening times and special events.

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Lambing Time

Take the children to cuddle and bottle-feed the friendly new-born lambs at our farmyard attractions. You might even witness a live birth. Click below for opening times and special events.

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Bluebell Heaven

Enjoy the spectacular carpets of these lavender-blue flowers with special events and trails. Head for the Ashridge Estate (nr. Berkhamsted), Blickling Hall (nr. Aylsham) or Haughley Park (nr. Stowmarket) for guided walks and trails through masses of bluebells. For more information and other spring ideas click below.

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The winning entry for January's photo competition was this picture of the sun setting over Alresford Creek in Essex. It was submitted by Michael Cassidy from Surrey.

We think we know the East of England quite well, but the beauty of our region is there are so many hidden gems, and everybody has their favourite view of the area.

The region includes so much, from unspoilt countryside to pretty villages, from the picturesque coastline to historic houses and gardens; there is so much you could capture on camera.

We are looking for pictures of your hidden gems and favourite views, and every month our judging panel will select their favourite - with the winner receiving a copy of their picture professionally printed on canvas.

To enter email your favourite picture to photocomp@eet.org.uk. For more information, including competition terms and conditions click below.

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