Things To Do For Mother's Day In Somerset 2026
Looking for the best things to do for Mother’s Day in Somerset 2026? Whether you’re planning a traditional Sunday lunch, a delicious Mother’s Day afternoon tea in Somerset, or a fun family day out, there are plenty of wonderful Mothering Sunday events happening across the county.
From spa days in Bath and countryside walks in the Mendips to special Mother’s Day lunches in Wells and family-friendly events near Bristol, we’ve rounded up the very best ways to celebrate Mother’s Day in Somerset this year.
Keep reading for local events, dining experiences, free days out and unique ways to make Mum feel extra special. Updated for 2026.
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When is Mother's Day in the UK?
Mother’s Day (Mothering Sunday) falls on Sunday 15th March 2026. The date varies each year and is celebrated on the fourth Sunday of Lent.
Things to do on Mother's Day in Somerset
Mother’s Day at Leigh Court
Where: Pill Road, Abbots Leigh, North Somerset, BS8 3RA
When: Sunday 15th March 1.30 pm – 4.30 pm. Booking is essential.
What to Expect: Enjoy an afternoon tea experience in the Great Hall at Leigh Court.
Nestled on the edge of Leigh Woods, Leigh Court is an impressive Palladium Mansion House set in beautiful grounds, just a short distance from Clifton Suspension Bridge.
A selection of savoury and sweet treats. Read menu for more details.
Price: Adult £32.00 (£37 with prosecco); Kids £18.00
Mother’s Day Teddy Bear Picnic at DoubleTree by Hilton Cadbury House
Where: Frost Hill, Congresbury, North Somerset, BS49 5AD
When: Sunday 15th March 2026. 12 – 3.00 pm. Booking is essential.
What to Expect: Experience an unforgettable Afternoon Tea extravaganza in The Great Room at Cadbury House. Treat your mum to an afternoon of family fun, a scrumptious afternoon tea buffet and special memories.
Mum will enjoy a glass of fizz and a Marco Pierre White Traditional Afternoon Tea. Every child is invited to bring their favourite teddy to join the picnic!
Children will love the party games and dancing at the disco.
Price: Adults £38.00 per person; Kids £20.00, Under 2’s FREE.
Mother’s Day Cream Tea at Weston Museum
Where: Burlington Street, Weston-super-Mare, Somerset, BS23 1PR
When: Saturday 14th March 2026
- Sittings at 11:00, 11:30, 12:00, 12:30, 13:00
What to Expect: Enjoy a selection of sandwiches, scones with cream & jam, three types of cake, and tea or coffee, Plus, a complimentary glass of bubbly for the guest of honour!
Price: £18.00 per person. Advance booking recommended.
Mother’s Day Carvery on The Grand Pier, Weston-super-Mare
Where: The Esplanade, Weston-super-Mare
When: TBC
What to Expect: Enjoy a delicious two-course carvery at Tiffany’s Restaurant this Mother’s Day with the best views in town! View menu here.
Prices: Two Courses: Adult £20; Kids £10. One course Adult £16; Kids £8.
Mother’s Day Shoot and S’more, Bath
Where: Brocks Outdoor Adventure, Kelston, Bath, BA1 9AF
When: Saturday 14th and Sunday 15th March 2026. Booking is essential.
- 11.00 am
- 2.00 pm
What to Expect: Shoot alongside your Mum on our Target Archery Range and finish the session making S’mores around the Campfire. Brilliant outdoor fun for the whole family.
- Personalised welcome sign for Mum on your arrival!
- Take part in an hour of Target Archery
- Make S’mores and drink hot chocolate in the woods with Mum!
Price: Adults £30; Kids £20 (age 7 – 15)
Mother’s Day at the American Museum and Gardens, Bath
Where: Claverton Manor, Bath BA2 7BD
When: Sunday 15th March 2026, 10 am to 5 pm (last entry 4:30 pm); Museum 11 am to 4 pm (last entry 3 pm)
What to Expect: Visit the new, family friendly, interactive exhibition including Kith & Kin: The Quilts of Gee’s Bend, which celebrates a remarkable 200-year quilting tradition passed down primarily from mother to daughter. Plus, discover the American heritage and decorative arts in the museum.
Then enjoy a wonderful walk in our springtime gardens, with thousands of daffodils in bloom and spectacular valley views, plus climb-and-slide fun for little ones! Complete your day out on the deli terrace with a delicious lunch or cake.
Price: Adults £17.00 (including gift aid); Kids £10.00 (age 5 – 17 years); Under 5’s FREE; Student & family tickets also available
Meet: Abbey Churchyard, Bath, BA1 1LY
When: Tours offered on Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday at 11:30 & 14:30
One of the best ways to see the beautiful city of Bath is to join a walking tour of the city. You’ll see all the main sights including Pulteney Bridge, the Royal Crescent and the Circus.
Price: Adults £22 | Youth 6-18 £17 | Child (0 – 5) Free
Afternoon Tea at Sally Lunn’s, Bath
Where: Sally Lunn’s House, 4 North Parade Passage, Bath, BA1 1NX
What to Expect: Enjoy lunch or afternoon tea at the world famous tea and eating house in the centre of Bath. It’s one of the oldest houses in Bath and the kitchen museum shows the actual kitchen used by the legendary baker, Sally Lunn, in Georgian Bath to create the first Bath Bunn – an authentic regional speciality now known around the world.
Check out the menu for what’s on offer.
READ MORE: Things To Do In Bath With Kids
Mother’s Day Lunch or Afternoon Tea at Glenavon
Where: Glenavon Farm, Bath Road, Saltford, Somerset, BS31 3TJ
Mother’s Day Sunday Lunch
Where: Farleigh Road
When: Sunday 15th March, 2026 at 12:00 pm.
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Where: The Pump Room, Abbey Church Yard, Bath, Somerset, BA1 1LZ
When: Saturday 14th March 2026, 7.00pm – 9.30pm.
What to Expect:
The Roman Baths: A Private Sunset Reception (7:00 pm)
The evening begins where the city’s history started. While the gates close to the public, you will enjoy exclusive, after-hours access to the Roman Baths. Wander the ancient stones with a glass in hand, socialising in your finest attire as the sun sets over the steaming Great Bath. This rare, atmospheric reception offers a perspective of the UNESCO World Heritage Site that few ever witness.
The Pump Room: An Operatic Premiere (8:00 pm)
Following the reception, guests will proceed to the majestic Pump Room for the inaugural recital of the ARYA global network. This intimate, salon-style performance features a carefully curated selection of arias delivered by the UK’s most exceptional emerging opera stars. Experience the emotional power of the human voice in a space renowned for its acoustic brilliance and Georgian elegance.
Dress Code: Black-Tie / Smart-Formal
Price: £35 General Admission / £15 Student (Includes private Roman Baths entry and complimentary drinks). Children under 7 may attend free of charge.
Mothering Sunday Afternoon Tea at The Bishop’s Palace
Where: The Bishop’s Palace and Gardens, Wells, Somerset, BA5 2PD
When: Sunday 15th March 2026. Choose from one of two sittings: either 12pm-1.30pm OR 2.30pm-4.00pm. Booking is essential.
Looking for a truly special Mother’s Day afternoon tea in Somerset? The stunning setting of The Bishop’s Palace in Wells makes this one of the most elegant ways to celebrate Mothering Sunday in 2026.
What to Expect: Enjoy a special afternoon tea this Mothering Sunday in the spectacular setting of the Undercroft at The Bishop’s Palace. Savour a menu truly fit for a special occasion with a selection of savoury and sweet treats. Plus, Mums receive a complimentary glass of fizz on arrival.
Price: Adult – £29.99; (£10 deposit – Pay balance on day)
Bonus: Entry to the Palace and Gardens is included with your meal.
If you’re planning a full day out in Wells, don’t miss our guide to visiting Wells with kids for even more family-friendly ideas.
Mother’s Day At Farrington’s Farm
Where: Farrington Gurney, Somerset, BS39 6UB
When: Sunday 15th March 2026.
SUNDAY ROAST: Celebrate Mother’s Day with a hearty Sunday roast at Farrington’s Cafe. Locally-sourced meat is served alongside their homegrown potatoes and organic vegetables. Mum gets a FREE glass of fizz with her lunch (when booked in advance). Check out the menu for what’s on offer and prices.
GERT POSH TEA: Treat Mum to a visit to Farrington’s Cafe to enjoy a beautiful board of delicious handmade sweet and savoury treats alongside tea or coffee.
Available to eat in or take away, Monday – Saturday from 2pm. Booking and prepayment required with 48 hours notice.
Free Hot Drink
As a token of appreciation for all you awesome mums out there, enjoy a FREE hot drink when you bring the kids for a Playbarn session on Mother’s Day!
Mother’s Day at Charlton House
Where: Montigo Resorts, Somerset, Charlton Road, Shepton Mallet, Somerset, BA4 4PR
When: Sunday 15th March 2026, 12.00pm – 4.00pm.
What to Expect: Celebrate Mother’s Day at Charlton House with a special Sunday Roast experience!
This Mother’s Day, mothers dine for free (Excluding Beverages) from a delicious menu, featuring roast beef, seasonal vegetables, Yorkshire puddings, and all the classic trimmings.
Enjoy live entertainment from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm while you relax and celebrate Mum in a warm, family-friendly atmosphere. Don’t miss the chance to make this Mother’s Day unforgettable.
Mother’s Day Dried Flower Workshop, Wraxall Vineyard
Where: Wraxall Vineyard, Wraxall Road Wraxall, BA4 6RQ
When: Sunday 15th March 2026, 9.30 am – 10.30 am. Arrival for coffee & tea from 9am.
What to Expect: Bring your Mum along to The View @ Wraxall Vineyard to celebrate Mother’s Day with a beautiful creative experience.
Spend quality time together, each crafting your own dried flower gift wrapped bouquet a keepsake that lasts for years, both in memory and in bloom.
Even better still create your own Mother’s Day gift either for yourself or your mum.
Afterwards you can stay on for brunch if you want to make a day of it.
Price: £55pp including all materials, tools & hot drinks.
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Where: Oake Manor Golf Club, Oake, Somerset, TA4 1BA
When: Saturday 14th March 2026, 7.00pm
Price: £28.50/pp
What to Expect: Treat your Mother this year with a Mothers Day special evening!
The evening before Mothers Day, enjoy a delicious carvery evening, and watch as The Dynamos perform the greatest songs from Mamma Mia as well as some party classics! PLUS a beautiful pot plant for every Mother!
Where: Oake Manor Golf Club, Oake, Somerset, TA4 1BA
When: Sunday 15th March 2026, Various sitting between 12.00pm – 3.00pm.
Price: £5 deposit/pp
What to Expect: Treat your Mother this year with a Mothers Day Carvery. Show your mum how much you appreciate her this Mothers Day and bring her out for a delicious three course carvery! PLUS a beautiful pot plant for every Mother!
The Hobbs Boat Pub, Lympsham
Where: Bridgwater Road, Lympsham, BS24 0BP
When: Sunday 15th March 2026.
What to Expect: Treat Mum to a well-deserved 3-course meal to remember this Mother’s Day. The Hobbs Boat pub serves roasts with all the trimmings (Sunday) and lots of Mum’s favourites, alongside tempting starters and show-stopping desserts.
Price: £17.99/person for 2 courses, £19.99 for 3 courses.
Other ideas for things to do on Mother's Day
Go on a family walk:
- Explore the beautiful scenery of Prior Park Landscape Garden – the daffodils will be in full bloom and there’s family games available to play in the Cabinet. To mark the day, there’s a big frame set-up to capture a memorable picture behind.
- Go on a Pub Walk in Somerset
The National Lottery Open Week 2026 is Saturday 7th – Sunday 15th March 2026. Many National Lottery funded venues open their doors, offering free entry, discounts or special offers.
Check your local venues for their offers.
Mum’s Go Free At Puxton Park:
- Puxton Park on Sunday 15th March
- There is a cafe and restaurant
- Check out the Farm Shop
- FREE entry for one ‘Mum’ per booking this Mother’s Day – enter the code MUM2026 at checkout
Explore the medieval village of Dunster and Dunster Castle (National Trust):
- Visit Dunster Castle and Gardens
- Walk around the village
- Enjoy a cream tea at The Watermill Tea Room
- FREE entry with Lottery Heritage open days on 7th-8th & 14th March.
- Read Things To See and Do In Dunster
Go to Old Down Country Park:
- There is a cafe and restaurant (booking essential)
- 66 acres of open space featuring beautiful gardens, woodlands, play areas and an animal park.
- Check out the Farm Shop
Mum’s go FREE at Longleat:
- Saturday 14th and Sunday 15th March 2026
- Use code MUM26 (online only offer)
- Drive-through safari
- Bat Cave
Mothers Day Afternoon Tea At Bowood House:
- Sunday 15th March 2026, 1.30pm and
2.00pm sittings. - Enjoy a Glass of Fizz or Soft Drink on Arrival
- Mother’s Day Full Afternoon Tea
- Gift for Mums
- Music from Kitty Mazinsky in the Kerry Suite
Whether you’re planning a relaxed afternoon tea in Bath, a countryside walk in Somerset, or a fun-filled family day out, there are plenty of ways to celebrate Mother’s Day in Somerset 2026. Book early to avoid disappointment, and make it a day Mum will never forget.
Please note, every effort has been made to ensure that all information is correct at the time of publishing this post, but please check the venues website before travelling, as events may be amended or cancelled at short notice. Most of these events will need pre-booking.
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