Looking for the perfect way to spoil Mum this Mother’s Day? Whether she loves blissful walks, indulgent dining, live entertainment or hands-on experiences, Windsor and the surrounding area has you covered.  This year’s Mother’s Day falls on Sunday 15 March 2026.  If you’re lucky enough to have a mum or mother figure in your life, here are some wonderful ways to make her day unforgettable.

Women and children looking at exhibits at Royal Windsor Flower Show
Royal Windsor Flower Show

Great Windsor events ideas

There are some great Windsor events coming up soon that she might enjoy.  Buy tickets in advance and plan a day out together at Royal Windsor Flower Show  perfect for green-fingered mums or lovers of beautiful blooms  or enjoy some live entertainment.  Celebrate with tickets to Glorious at Theatre Royal Windsor, or enjoy an unforgettable night at brand new musical event Long Walk Live featuring feel-good 90s classics mum will adore.

Women enjoying Afternoon Tea at Royal Berkshire Hotel
Royal Berkshire Hotel Afternoon Tea

Ideas for food-loving mums

How about planning a foodie experience, such as a showstopping afternoon tea, a delicious lunch or a decadent evening meal?  Check out our food and drink pages for ideas and inspiration.  We have some great award-winning fine dining restaurants to choose from too.

For some hands-on food experiences why not book an indulgent Sushi Making Class at Hurley House Hotel, or try something new together with a culinary class at Caldesi in Campagna, Bray?

Ideas for things to do in Windsor with your mum

Check out special and unique things to do at our wonderful attractions such as a horse-drawn carriage ride, a trip on the River Thames by boat or kayak or a great day out at the races!  What could be more relaxing than enjoying the sights and sounds of the river on Windsor & Maidenhead Boat Company's Mother's Day Cruise complete with your choice of lunch or afternoon tea.

People drinking champagne at Cecily Spa with Windsor Castle in the distance
Cecily Spa Windsor

Pamper her at one of our Windsor spas

Maybe she’d like a relaxing spa experience on a Pamper Break?  We have some wonderful hotels and days spas where mum can relax and recharge and have some well-earned quality downtime. Read more about Spas and Wellbeing in the Windsor area.

Mother's Day Special Offers

Some of our hotels and restaurants are creating something especially for 15 March; see our Mother's Day Special Offers for more info.

Shop local this Mother's Day

If you want to cook up something special yourself, why not source your ingredients as locally as possible or head to one of our independent foodie businesses?  Or you could source your Sunday lunch meat and vegetables from Windsor Farm Shop or one of our local Farmers’ Markets.

You’re bound to find a special gift in one of our Royal Borough shops.  Why not head to Windsor Royal or Windsor Yards for some inspiration?

If you like to mark Mother’s Day with flowers then we have creative, independent florists such as Martyn Crossley the Florist in Windsor and Luxe Flowers in Eton.

A breath of fresh air on Mother's Day

And if the weather is kind on Mother’s Day, how about a stroll out to breathe in some fresh air and see springtime unfolding before your eyes?  We have some wonderful open spaces in the Windsor area where you can enjoy each other’s company including River Thames walks, Windsor Great Park, The Savill Garden and National Trust places to visit.  Discover more about our beautiful countryside.

Vouchers for Gifts and Experiences

Why not make your mum excited about how you can spend quality time together?  Check out our Vouchers for Gifts and Experiences page for some great ideas which are bound to make her feel loved and thrilled to bits.

If you’re not sure what she’ll like the most, then opt for a monetary voucher so she can make the decision herself, be it an overnight stay, a meal out or a spa experience in the Royal Borough.  You never know, she might just invite you along for company!

However you choose to celebrate, there’s no better place to make Mother’s Day special than right here in Windsor and the surrounding area.

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