Discover our top picks for celebrating Mother's Day in Winchester
Whoever you are celebrating this Mother's Day, make it extra special with a visit to Winchester.
Mother's Day is on Sunday 15 March and we've got plenty of ways you can celebrate. Create unforgettable memories at a live performance, bond over afternoon tea, explore the city's historic landmarks, or treat her to a gorgeous gift.
We've rounded up all the best events, days out, and gift ideas for Mother's Day 2026.
Curated by the Visit Winchester team. Updated: 2 March 2026.
Tuck into afternoon tea for two
Malaysian Afternoon Tea at Lucky Lychee, Winchester
Lucky Lychee at The Green Man (The Good Food Guide Best Local Restaurant 2025) is serving up a British-Malaysian fusion this Mother's Day. Featuring a mouth-watering selection of kuih (sweet treats) and house baked scones, served alongside whole leaf teas and coffee, this is a chance to try something new and delicious with the ones you love.
Mother's Day Afternoon Tea at Bombay Sapphire Distillery, Whitchurch (pictured)
Fancy a gin tipple this Mother's Day? Enjoy a luxurious afternoon at Bombay Sapphire Distillery, home of the world famous gin. With the traditional servings of sweets, savouries and scones, you will also get a sparkling gin cocktail. Cheers to mum!
Mothers Day Craft & Afternoon Tea at BellaCrafts, Winchester
Get creative at this special event, which combines a craft workshop and afternoon tea. Choose to create an embroidery hoop or a pressed flower jar, while enjoying an assortment of dainty sandwiches, cakes and cream teas. There are sessions for both adults and kids, so all are invited to get crafting this Mother's Day!
Rest and relax with a spa session
Tipsy Tea & Treatment at The Winchester Hotel & Spa, Winchester
In the heart of Winchester, indulge in a proper pamper with a spa treatment followed by afternoon tea and bottomless prosecco! The Winchester's Tipsy Tea & Treatment package is available from 14 to 16 March, at £100 per person. The perfect way to treat and toast to mum.
Mother & Me Spa Day at voco Winchester Hotel & Spa, Winchester (pictured)
Just outside the city, on the edge of the South Downs National Park, ANA Spa have curated the most luxurious pairs spa experience. The package includes 4 hours of spa access, a treatment each, afternoon tea for two and a complimentary Germaine de Capuccini gift set to take home (worth more than £100). From £250 for two people, you can show mum just how much she means to you.
Sauna Ritual at The Woodland Sauna, Fullerton
Zen out this Mother's Day with a gentle, guided ritual at The Woodland Sauna, nestled within a privately owned forest outside Winchester. Spend the morning with mum, or take a moment for yourself, to relax, reset and refocus. With traditional salt body scrubs, mud face masks, and guided ritual and intention-setting, this is a great way to fully unwind in nature.
Mother's Day Retreat at Vita Skin Spa, Winchester
Luxury beauty salon, Vita Skin Spa, has created a special Mother's Day Retreat for all generations to connect, relax and enjoy the day together. Complete with a yoga class, art workshop, and spa treatments, the day is guaranteed to create lasting memories.
Treat mum to a brilliant brunch
Karaoke Brunch at The Broadway, Winchester
If your mum loves to sing, dance and laugh, this is the brunch for you! The Broadway, a vibey bar next to the historic Guildhall, is serving up bottomless brunch with a side of karaoke this Mother's Day. Enjoy 90 minutes of bottomless drinks with your meal, all while bashing out a few of your favourite hits. Time slots start from 1pm, at £36 per guest.
Mother's Day Brunch at Chawton House, Alton (pictured)
Over in Chawton, start your Sunday with a special Mother's Day brunch at The Old Kitchen Tearoom at Chawton House. Complete your wholesome day with a stroll through the beautiful gardens as they begin to bloom for spring, and explore the grand estate, formerly owned by Jane Austen's brother.
Dance the night away at a concert
Flowers and Friendship Bracelets at Theatre Royal Winchester
For the mums who love a kitchen disco, or car-ride boogie, prepare to be dazzled at the ultimate pop tribute concert, Flowers and Friendship Bracelets, on Saturday 14 March. In this family-friendly experience, you can sing, dance and create unforgettable memories to the soundtrack your favourite pop princesses: Taylor Swift, Miley Cyrus, Sabrina Carpenter and Chappell Roan.
Thank You For The Music: The Ultimate Tribute to ABBA at Theatre Royal Winchester
Theatre Royal Winchester is calling all dancing queens this Mother's Day to experience Thank You For The Music: The Ultimate Tribute to ABBA. Treat the ABBA superfan in your life to this smash-hit show, bringing the iconic costumes, groovy dance moves and unmistakeable songs of ABBA to Winchester.
Ryan O’ Reilly “The Celtic Songwriters Circle” at The Railway Inn, Winchester (pictured)
Combine your Mother's Day and St Patrick's Day celebrations with the music of Berlin-based Celts, Ryan O’Reilly, Calum Bolland, and Simon Maguire. In this intimate, 'in-the-round' style concert, they will be performing Irish and Scottish folk songs, old and new. So raise a glass to mum, as well as these beautiful Celtic tunes.
Mother's Day gifts in Winchester
Looking for the perfect present for mum? Winchester is home to hundreds of charming independent shops. Because the people we love deserve to have all the things that they love!
For the stylish mums, visit Sass & Edge, an independent womenswear boutique based in the heart of Winchester. Or, get outfitted at the Marvellous Millinery for some extra special headwear.
For the decor enthusiasts, The Consortium’s selection of vintage goods and homewares is second-to-none, while The Hambledon is great for picking up the latest trends.
Book-lovers, look no further than P&G Wells, Winchester's longest-running business and thought to be Britain's oldest bookshop! From here, you can pick up books from local authors (including a dedicated Jane Austen bookcase!), new releases, best-sellers and non-fiction.
Find fresh flowers from The Original Flower Stall under St Maurice's Covert during Winchester Street Market, which runs weekly from Thursday to Saturday. And with flowers must come chocolates! Visit Chococo for delicious, locally-produced truffles, chocolate bars, goodie bags and gift boxes.
