Things to do for Mother’s Day in Somerset 2026

Mother’s Day is the perfect opportunity to show appreciation for the incredible caregivers and motherly figures in our lives. And while I recognise that while most mums of young children would just love a lie-in, a couple of hours of silence, or not to be picking up dirty socks from the floor on their special day, it’s also nice to be celebrated in the traditional sense too. If you’re looking for inspiration on ways to celebrate Mother’s Day in Somerset, here’s a list of fantastic things to do in the county to make someone feel special.

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Indulge in Afternoon Tea

Nothing says ‘I love you’ like a leisurely afternoon tea with delicate sandwiches, homemade scones, and plenty of cake.

• Shoemakers Museum Café in Street is hosting a special Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea inside the Grade II-listed Grange Manor House, with traditional three-tier teas served across three sittings on Mothering Sunday (15 March). £22.25 for adults and £12.25 for children.
• Mothering Sunday Afternoon Tea at Bishop’s Palace – A special afternoon tea in the beautiful Undercroft with a complimentary glass of fizz for every mum on arrival. Entry to palace included with meal. 12-1.30pm OR 2.30-4pm. (£29.95/adult). More info.
• Afternoon Tea at the Watermill Tearoom, Dunster – Relax in this charming tearoom overlooking the River Avill with a delicious selection of cakes, finger sandwiches and nibbles. Choose either a hot drink (£22/person) or Prosecco (£28/person) when booking. More info.
• Mother’s Day Sparkling Afternoon Tea, Flourish at Glenavon Farm: 15 March, 3-5pm – celebrate with a selection of delicious scones, sandwiches and cakes. (£30 per adult | £15 per child | Upgrade to glass of fizz for £5). More info.
• The Royal Crescent, Bath – luxurious afternoon tea in Montagu’s Mews – 15 March. A glass of Champagne is included for every adult and a special gift for Mum of a 7.5ml Parterre Perfume.
• Pigs & Prosecco Experience at Puxton Park, Saturdays & Sundays, £35 per person (includes one hour of pig cuddling!)
• Wolfridge Alpaca Bristol Prosecco Afternoon Tea – £32.50 & Prosecco Afternoon Tea with Alpaca Experience for Two – £90 for two. More afternoon tea options and gift vouchers available.
• Afternoon Tea at Weston Museum (14 March – 11am, 11.30am, 12pm, 12.30pm, 1pm). Complimentary glass of bubbly for the guest of honour!
• Jane Austen-inspired Afternoon Tea in Bath’s Oldest House, Sally Lunn’s. £28.50 per guest.

Relax at a luxury spa

Give the gift of relaxation with a spa day at one of Somerset’s top wellness retreats.

• Thermae Bath Spa – Go for a Thermae Bath Spa voucher – a range of treatment packages are available along with their popular Twilight package (visitors can soak in a warm, open-air rooftop pool with stunning views of Bath).
• The Gainsborough Bath Spa – Soak in natural thermal springs and enjoy a rejuvenating spa day. Each package includes a 50-minute spa treatment, a personalised aromatherapy session, and a four-hour Bath House experience with thermal pools, saunas, and a steam room. Guests also receive a welcome drink, post-treatment herbal tea, and full access to the gym and relaxation terrace. The experience is completed with an elegant afternoon tea and a glass of Prosecco.
• Aqua Sana Forest Spa, Longleat – Set in the heart of Longleat Forest, Aqua Sana Spa offers a serene escape surrounded by nature. With over 20 spa experiences,
  I can honestly say it’s one of the best spas I have ever visited. See spa packages here.
• Elements Boutique Spa – located in the Somerset Levels. Packages include full use of the thermal suite, panoramic plunge pool, sauna, heated loungers, experience shower and steam room.
• The Spa at Middlewick – Set within 16 acres at the base of Glastonbury Tor, with a swimming pool, steam room and meditation space surrounded by fields and orchards. Beauty and holistic treatments take place in three converted Shepherd’s huts. Spa packages start from £25.
• The Newt in Somerset – This countryside spa experience in a luxurious setting is extra spenny and you have to be a member to reserve a place, but Newt members can take advantage of four spa day experiences or book one non-member on any spa experience.

Get creative with a Mother’s Day Workshop

If the motherly ladies in your life love arts and crafts, these workshops are a great way to spend time together.

• Wraxall Vineyard Mother’s Day Dried Flower Bouquet Workshop, 9.30am, 15 March (£55/person) More info.
• Baby Handprint & Footprint flower bouquet – 12 March, 10.30am.
• Pottery Painting & Live Music at Flourish, Glenavon – 28 March, 7pm. A creative evening with pottery, fizz, and live music. More info.
• Mother’s Day Toddler Crafts at Weston Museum – A fun session for little ones to create a special gift. 10:15 – 11:00 & 11:15 – 12:00, £5 per child.
• Make Kite, Fly – 15 March, Fyne Court.

Explore a beautiful Somerset Garden

Take a stroll through one of Somerset’s most picturesque gardens. From grand estates with manicured lawns to exquisite cottage gardens, painstakingly-considered wildflower meadows and historic grounds, whether you’re green-fingered, or can’t tell your perennials from your perineum, these gorgeous Somerset gardens will have you clamouring to ogle their beautiful blooms, brush up on your horticultural skills….or just take a bunch of pretty pictures. Don’t miss

• American Museum Gardens (Daffodil Month) – Visit during from 14 March-19 April to see thousands of daffodils in bloom.

Take a scenic train ride

Step back in time and enjoy a nostalgic steam train journey.

• Spring Gala, East Somerset Railway (14-15 March): This year’s theme, ‘Great Western Traction’, celebrates the golden age of the GWR among the rolling Mendip Hills. More info.

Have a Fun-Filled Family Adventure

For those who love an adventure, why not try something outdoorsy and active?

• Mother’s Day Archery & Campfire Experience, Brocks Outdoor Adventures – Shoot arrows alongside Mum, then toast marshmallows over a fire. (from £30) More info.

A special Sunday Lunch

End the day with a delicious meal at one of Somerset’s best restaurants:

• Holm Somerset – A special Mother’s Day Sunday set menu (2 courses for £40, 3 courses for £45). More info and booking.
• Tickets for Horrell & Horrell Mother’s Day Sunday lunch 12.30-3pm. Book now or consider a voucher – valid for the next 12 months.
• Doubletree by Hilton Cadbury House – Enjoy a luxury Teddy Bear Picnic with Marco Pierre White Traditional Afternoon Tea, live music, and a kids’ disco. (£38/adult, £20/child), 15 March 2026, 12-3pm.
• Mother’s Day Sunday Lunch, Flourish at Farleigh Road – 15 March. More info.
• Some of these Somerset gastropubs have really upped the ante in the culinary stakes, gone out of their way to source the best local seasonal produce (or grown their own) and created a tastebud-tantalising dining experience to rival the best restaurants, making themselves destination pubs for a great lunch out.
• Prefer a spot of brunch to lunch? Check out these Best cafes in Somerset for breakfast or brunch.
• Devonshire Arms Mother’s Day lunch, Long Sutton – Two courses £32, 3 courses £40.
• Chilli’s Cantina, Ilchester, Mother’s Day Mexican Fiesta, 15 March 4-8.30pm. £28 per head. Includes Prosecco or Margarita for Mums.
• Farrington’s Farm Sunday lunch, or gert posh afternoon tea, Fabric Wreath Workshop (13, 14, 15 March). Playbarn freebie (FREE hot drink when you bring the kids for a Playbarn session on Mother’s Day!)
• Mothers dine for free at Charlton House. Enjoy live entertainment from 12pm to 4pm.

National Lottery Open Week

The National Lottery: Usually a 1 in 45 million chance of a mansion. During Open Week – TAKE YOUR PICK (of ones to visit)!

From 7-15 March, that crumpled scratchcard in your car’s cup holder is officially your ticket to visit some of Somerset’s best spots – swipe to see what’s on offer around the county and nearby.

Dates: 7-15 March. Use any qualifying lottery ticket, scratch card, or instant win game. Some venues require pre-booking, so it’s worth checking the t&cs for each location.
Check: lotterygoodcauses.org.uk for pre-booking deets. Go forth and be cultured for free!

Walk and a pub lunch

Fancy a good stomp through the Somerset countryside and a pub stop as your reward? Check out the Walks section of the website, a collection of local, family-friendly walking guides.

Free entry at Somerset attractions

• Puxton Park – FREE entry for one ‘Mum figure’ per booking on Mother’s Day, Sunday, 15th March 2026. Enter code MUM2026 at checkout online. Must be at least one full-paying customer in the booking.
• Longleat Safari Park (March 14-15) – Mums go FREE for the weekend (with a full paying adult and child ticket or two adult tickets)! Use code MUM26 to get your mama a free ticket online.
• Avon Valley Adventure Park – Mums go FREE this Mother’s Day!
• Wookey Hole Caves – Mums go FREE 14-15 March 2026. Save 15% off advanced bookings when you book online! Enter code MOTHERSDAY at checkout. FREE Ice Cream for every Mum*.
• Avon Valley Railway – Mums Go FREE* on Steam Trains this Mothering Sunday. Add on a Bitton Belle Sunday Lunch (Sunday roast) served aboard their heritage dining train or a Cream Tea Experience and steam train ride.
• Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm – 14-15 March 2026, Use code MumsGoFree at checkout.

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