Mother’s Day in the Cotswolds: Where to Stay, Eat, Visit and Treat Mum
Mother’s Day is the perfect opportunity to slow down and spend meaningful time together, and the Cotswolds offers no shortage of thoughtful ways to celebrate. From indulgent afternoon teas and special Sunday lunches to cultural attractions, live music and relaxing getaways, there’s something to suit every kind of mum.
Whether you’re planning a full weekend escape or a simple day out, here’s our curated guide to celebrating Mother’s Day across the Cotswolds and beyond.
De Vere Cotswold Water Park
Overlooking a tranquil lake, De Vere Cotswold Water Park offers a peaceful setting for a Mother’s Day celebration. Guests can enjoy traditional afternoon tea in the Brasserie Restaurant or a classic Sunday lunch in the Old Boathouse, both with beautiful waterside views.
For those seeking extra indulgence, the popular Mum & Me Spa Day includes personalised treatments, full use of the spa facilities, a traditional afternoon tea and thoughtful take-home gifts, making it a perfect shared experience.
Spa Day available: 8–22 March
The Kings Head Hotel – Spring Wreath Making & Afternoon Tea
Enjoy a creative and indulgent afternoon at The Kings Head Hotel in Cirencester with a Spring Wreath Making and Afternoon Tea experience. Starting at 1pm, guests will create their own seasonal wreath before enjoying a traditional afternoon tea served with two glasses of prosecco.
Priced at £75 per person, the event must be pre-booked and pre-paid at the time of booking.
Cotswolds Distillery – Mother’s Day Tour, Tasting and Afternoon Tea Experience
Celebrate Mother’s Day with a Tour, Tasting and Afternoon Tea Experience at Cotswolds Distillery on Sunday 15 March (3–5:30pm). Begin with a guided distillery tour and tasting to discover how their award-winning spirits are crafted.
Afterwards, enjoy a traditional afternoon tea in the Still House Café, including finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones with clotted cream and jam, mini cakes, unlimited tea or coffee and a French 75 cocktail. Each party will also receive a complimentary 50ml bottle of Cotswolds Dry Gin.
Tickets are £55 per person, with vegan and gluten-free options available. Advance booking is required.
Cotswold Farm Park – Mums Go Free This Mother’s Day Weekend
Celebrate Mother’s Day with a heart-warming family day out at Cotswold Farm Park, where mums go free for the entire weekend. Taking place on Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 March, this special offer is a lovely way to say thank you while enjoying one of the most charming times of year at the park.
Visitors can experience live lambing and meet up to 50 rare breeds across seven different species. In the Animal Barn, expert staff will be caring for new mums and their lambs and goat kids, with twice-daily talks offering fascinating insights into life on the farm. The Discovery Barn provides opportunities to meet chicks, bunnies, guinea pigs and chickens, while the outdoor walkways allow visitors to feed the grown-up goats, sheep and cattle.
To round off the day, families can enjoy a hot drink and a hearty meal in the Ox Shed before browsing the gift shop for a thoughtful Mother’s Day keepsake. It’s a relaxed, educational and enjoyable day out that appeals to all ages.
This offer is available online only, so advance booking is essential. One mum’s ticket is free with each paying adult, child or toddler ticket.
Dates: Saturday 14 – Sunday 15 March
Location: Cheltenham, GL54 5FL
Sudeley Castle
Sudeley Castle is celebrating Mother’s Day weekend with spring garden walks and an inspiring talk in the Chapel focused on Queen Katherine Parr, often regarded as the ultimate Tudor mother-figure. On Mother’s Day itself, mums will also receive a complimentary posy of daffodils and a cupcake in the Castle Coach House tea room.
Mother’s Day at Batsford Arboretum & Garden Centre
Treat Mum to a day she’ll truly cherish at Batsford. Enjoy a relaxed spring stroll among carpets of golden daffodils and the soft blossoms of early-flowering magnolia and cherry trees in the arboretum, before browsing the garden centre and gift shop for the perfect present. To make the day extra special, why not spoil Mum with breakfast, lunch or a delicious afternoon tea at The Garden Terrace Café (afternoon tea requires booking 48 hours in advance). A lovely way to celebrate Mum, surrounded by the beauty of spring.
Whatley Manor Hotel & Spa
Celebrate Mother’s Day with a refined Sunday lunch at Whatley Manor. Served in Grey’s restaurant, the experience combines elegant surroundings with beautifully prepared food, finished with a special gift for Mum to take home.
It’s a timeless and sophisticated way to mark the occasion.
Hilton Puckrup Hall Hotel & Golf Club – Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea
Celebrate Mother’s Day with a special Afternoon Tea at Cooper’s Restaurant at Hilton Puckrup Hall Hotel & Golf Club. Treat mum to a relaxing afternoon with a selection of freshly prepared sandwiches, sweet treats and traditional scones, all served in the elegant surroundings of the hotel.
It’s a lovely way to spend quality time together while enjoying delicious food in a beautiful countryside setting near Tewkesbury.
Bluewood Lodges
For a more private and flexible celebration, Bluewood Lodges offers a relaxing Mother’s Day weekend escape in the heart of the Cotswolds. Surrounded by rolling countryside and close to charming market towns, the lodges provide a comfortable base for exploring the area.
With an abundance of nearby pubs, restaurants and takeaways, guests can tailor the weekend exactly as they wish, whether that means dining out, staying in, or a bit of both.
Cotswold House Hotel
Cotswold House Hotel in Chipping Campden is offering a traditional Mothering Sunday Afternoon Tea, complete with freshly baked scones, delicate finger sandwiches, sweet treats and a complimentary glass of prosecco for Mum.
Noel Arms Hotel
Just along the high street, the Noel Arms Hotel is celebrating Mothering Sunday with a special lunch and a complimentary glass of prosecco for all mothers, served in a welcoming and characterful setting.
Honeybourne Pottery – Potter’s Wheel Workshops
Spend quality time together this Mother’s Day with a hands-on Potter’s Wheel Workshop at Honeybourne Pottery. Choose from a 3-hour Half Day Throwing Class or a 90-minute Potter’s Wheel Taster Session, both designed to introduce beginners to the fundamentals of throwing clay on the wheel with expert guidance.
These relaxed, creative sessions offer a memorable way to celebrate Mother’s Day and create something special to take home. Gift vouchers are also available, making it easy to give the experience to enjoy at a later date.
The Pennycress
The Pennycress in South Cerney is hosting a special Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea designed for unhurried conversation and quality time. Guests can enjoy finger sandwiches, homemade cakes, warm scones and their famous sausage rolls, with unlimited tea and filter coffee and optional fizz.
Sunday 15 March (booking only)
The Folk of Gloucester
From mid-March through spring, The Folk of Gloucester’s café is offering afternoon teas within its beautiful 500-year-old building and garden on Westgate Street. Alongside a generous spread of homemade cakes, scones and sandwiches, visitors are encouraged to explore the historic interiors at leisure.
Selected Saturdays from 14 March to 16 May
The Bath Priory
Set within award-winning gardens, The Bath Priory offers relaxed all-day dining on The Pantry & Terrace as well as a classic afternoon tea experience. Expect beautifully presented sandwiches, warm scones with clotted cream and jam, and exquisite pastries, served with fine teas or Champagne.
Wild Thyme & Honey at The Crown at Ampney Brook
This award-winning restaurant is celebrating Mothering Sunday with specially created menus showcasing seasonal cooking, signature dishes and generous roasts. Every mother dining will receive a complimentary glass of fizz and a small gift to mark the occasion.
Saturday 14 & Sunday 15 March 2026
Brasserie Blanc Cheltenham
Inspired by Raymond Blanc’s enduring love for his mother, Brasserie Blanc Cheltenham is serving a generous Mother’s Day Sunday roast. Alongside classic favourites, the menu features a special lamb shoulder roulade centrepiece, with all the trimmings and unlimited roast potatoes.
Highgrove Gardens
Mothering Sunday at Highgrove Gardens includes a glass of Highgrove Cuvée Champagne, a thoughtfully prepared three-course lunch using local ingredients, and a commemorative gift for each mother. Guests can also browse the Estate Shop during their visit.
Sunday 15 March 2026
Woodchester Valley Vineyard
Woodchester Valley Vineyard offers a refined Mother’s Day gifting option, from vineyard tour and stay vouchers to an ultimate flexible gift voucher. Alternatively, treat Mum to a bottle of Rosé Brut presented in a luxury gift box for a special celebration at home.
Woodchester Valley Vineyard Gifts
Woodchester Valley Vineyard Rose Brut Gift Box
Roots + Seeds Kitchen Garden and Roots + Seeds Cafe & Kitchen
Both Roots + Seeds locations are offering a complimentary glass of bubbly and a free dessert for all mothers with lunchtime bookings on Mothering Sunday, celebrating generous, heartfelt food designed to be shared and enjoyed together.
Corinium Museum
Spend a relaxed afternoon discovering Roman treasures and local history at the Corinium Museum. As a special Mother’s Day treat, all mothers receive free entry, making it an accessible and enriching way to celebrate together.
Sunday 15 March 2026, 2pm–4pm
The Fleece Inn – Fleecey Folk: Emily Portman & Friends
Celebrate Mother’s Day evening with a spellbinding folk performance from Emily Portman, joined by guitarist Louis Campbell and cellist Lucy Revis. The intimate concert blends traditional ballads, folklore and reflections on motherhood, creativity and transformation.
Sunday 15 March, 8pm
Huffkins
Because mums deserve the best! Treat mum to a relaxing afternoon tea this Mother’s Day. Indulge in a selection of delicious handmade sandwiches and treats served on a beautiful three-tier stand, paired with a choice of tea, infusion, or coffee. It’s a thoughtful way to show appreciation and spend quality time together.
Can’t be with Mum this year? Gift cards let Mum choose the perfect moment.
Burleigh Court – Mother’s Weekend
Set high above the Golden Valley, Burleigh Court is marking Mother’s Day with an entire weekend of relaxed, seasonal dining. Guests can choose from leisurely lunches or beautifully prepared afternoon teas, designed to be enjoyed slowly in elegant surroundings.
Each experience reflects the hotel’s focus on generous hospitality and thoughtful cooking, with all mothers welcomed with a complimentary glass of prosecco. It’s an ideal choice for those who believe Mother’s Day deserves more than just a few hours.
Dates: 14 & 15 March 2026
Burleigh Court – Pre-Mother’s Day Wreath-Making & Sunday Roast
Celebrate the weekend ahead of Mother’s Day with a relaxed and creative experience at Burleigh Court. On Sunday 8 March, 11:30am–3pm, guests are invited to the cosy Garden Bothy to create their own natural wreath using planted bulbs and seasonal greenery. This hands-on activity offers a thoughtful and meditative way to celebrate mothers, friends, or simply enjoy a creative Sunday together.
After the wreath-making workshop, participants gather around the table for a leisurely main course of Burleigh Court’s much-loved Sunday roast. Served at an unhurried pace within the manor’s elegant surroundings, it provides the perfect combination of creativity, connection and culinary indulgence.
Spaces are limited, so advance booking is recommended.
