Mother's Day Treats at Victoria Retail Park plus Competition to Win £100 Next Voucher

Finding that perfect place to shop as a mum isn't always easy, but with out of town retail parks such as Victoria Retail Park in Netherfield, there are not only plenty of shops and free parking spaces but also plenty of places to eat too.

With stores such as Next, TK Maxx and B&M to name but a few there are plenty of fashion, home stores and food shops to satisfy every shopping craving and to even find that perfect Mother's Day gift.

I love Next & TK Maxx and with the summer fashion slowly working its way through the winter ones, then there is no better time to look for some new items for your wardrobe.

I love these pretty summer dresses and shoes, perfect for days out, weddings or simply wanting that something special.

Next & TK Maxx on Polyvore

"Superdry" Lace & Chambray Dress - TK Maxx / Buy Blush Vintage Caged Prom Printed Dress from the Next UK online... / Buy Nude Mini Across-The-Body Bag from the Next UK online shop / "Replay" Tan & Silver Clog Sandals - TK Maxx / Buy Blush Vintage Caged Prom Printed Dress from the Next UK online...

With other stores including M&S Food, Argos, B&Q, Boots and Halfords there are plenty of places for that full on retail experience no matter what you are looking for.

Along with shops there are also several food outlets, including Frankie and Bennies, McDonalds, Greggs, and KFC, meaning you can grab some lunch whilst you are there too

With Colwick Park just down the road this makes it a great place to pop and get some retail therapy after a visit to the park.

So if you haven't thought of a Mother's Day gift and are in the Nottingham area then why not pop over to Victoria Retail Park to find some perfect pressies for that special lady in your life, makeup from Boots, clothes from Next or simply some flowers from M&S Food.

And if you are feeling lucky, then why not try entering the competition below to win £100 worth of Next vouchers from the lovely people over at Victoria Retail Park.

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This is a collaborative post, all words are my own.

My Nextmas Wishlist

My Nextmas Wishlist consists of warm snuggly jumpers, pyjamas and slippers because there is nothing I love more at this time of year than getting snugly and warm. I have also opted for a sparkly skirt, for the Christmas party of course and something I can only dream of owning, but that I would love, a freestanding mixer!

Nextmas Wishlist by themummydiary

Fair isle sweater / Brown top / Merino sweater / Funnel Poncho/ Navy Star Pyjamas / Knit shoes / Next Stand Mixer

I seem to have chosen a lot of grey and blue, this was a coincidence and simply down to how I thought the pieces looked in those colours. I have always wanted to own a fair isle sweater and love this one it looks perfect for Christmas, mulled wine anyone?

NB: This post is my entry to the Next Blogger Network #NextmasWishlist competition

Hareem Trousers Wish List

I have an old pair of hareem trousers I bought about two years ago but they have seen better days. They are really comfy for lounging in and are perfect with a pair of flip flops for summer trips to the beach and I particularly love wearing them in France as lot's of French ladies seem to wear them.

So I have been on the look out for some for a while now and with my upcoming trip to France edging ever nearer I have been on serious hareem watch.

First I love these from Next, £22 isn't a bad price and I love the colour, perfect for chilling in.

Next these from H&M, they are only £12.99 and although they look baggier they come in some funky and slightly OTT colours and prints. I'd probably opt for plain black but there is a coral red and leopard print.

Next and a brand I have been following for years now, I love everything that Hush do. These trousers look so beautiful and it's probably the gorgeous blazers and t-shirts they team them up with that makes me want them more. These are a little more expensive at £49.50 but sometimes quality pays right.

And finally these from Marks and Spencer, super price at £18 and hopefully the quality you'd expect from Marks too. 

I'm not sure which pair to go for, but I definitely need to pop in to town and gab a pair before I go away either that or do I risk trying to find some in a French market whilst we are over there? Hmm decisions.