Looking to treat mum to something extra special this year? As you should be! Once you’ve got the perfect gift sorted (find plenty of inspiration here), it’s time to think of the day itself. Luckily London’s hotspots care about her just as much as you do, and there’s plenty to get stuck into when 30 March rolls around. Read on for our guide to celebrating Mother’s Day 2025 in style.

The Peninsula, Belgravia

The Peninsula is ensuring Mother’s Day is a seamless celebration thanks to its roster of experiences dedicated to the leading woman in your life. From 24-30 March, The Lobby will offer a special Mother’s Day afternoon tea, featuring a delectable selection of sweet and savoury treats, including delicate finger sandwiches, elegant desserts, freshly homemade scones, and a selection of warming teas. Little ones needn’t be left out either thanks to the newly launched Children’s Afternoon Tea, which has been designed to keep them thoroughly entertained.

Elsewhere on 30 March, the five-star hotel’s vibrant Cantonese restaurant, Canton Blue, will host a Chinese Tea Masterclass. Led by expert tea masters, expect to be immersed in China’s ancient tea traditions while sampling three elegant teas, each paired with dim sum, pastries, and traditional sweets. Plus, if you’ve left gifting to the last minute, head downstairs to The Lobby to discover Moyses Stevens floral cart where you can shop beautiful bouquets – but if she’s more of a foodie, order one of the chocolate bonbon boxes from The Peninsula London Boutique and Cafe. Job done.

Mother’s Day afternoon tea from £85 per person; Canton Blue’s Chinese Tea Masterclass from £58 per person. Visit peninsula.com

The Kensington, South Kensington

A home away from home where she doesn’t have to lift a finger, afternoon tea at The Kensington offers a deliciously indulgent blend of style and comfort this Mother’s Day. On 29 and 30 March, the hotel will host the second instalment of its Live Illustrator Afternoon Tea Series with artist Niki Groom, where mothers and friends can have their picture-perfect portrait created while dining on afternoon tea. These complimentary portraits serve as a lasting memento, while the food menu also nods to the world’s most renowned artists with sweet treats inspired by Jackson Pollock, Yayoi Kusama and Alicja Kwade – as well as innovative libations such as the Girl with the Balloon cocktail inspired by Banksy.

Begin with a selection of delicate finger sandwiches, such as smoked salmon with lemon cream cheese, and pastrami with gherkin and horseradish before freshly baked scones served with homemade strawberry jam and Cornish clotted cream. This is followed by the dramatic artistry of Pollock’s famous drip technique, reimagined as a dark chocolate mousse tart with passion fruit parfait, and then savour the whimsical spirit of Kusama’s polka-dot pumpkin, crafted from mango mousse and coconut yogurt cream. Delicious.

From £58 per person, visit townhousekensington.com

The Ivy Collection, across London

The Ivy Collection – with restaurants spanning Chelsea to Canary Wharf – will celebrate Mother’s Day with a delectable two or three-course set menu, complete with an exclusive dessert and cocktails. Available from 28-30 March, start with the likes of French onion soup, crispy duck salad and dressed crab with avocado, before a selection of mains celebrating spring flavours. Expect chargrilled halloumi with harissa grains, sea bass with smoked aubergine, and Korean glazed chicken with a jalapeño sauce, citrus mayonnaise, sesame and pickled mooli.

To round off the meal, choose from The Ivy chocolate bombe or the crème brûlée. However, it would be remiss not to order the Mother’s Day special: raspberry bloom parfait with Chantilly cream and vanilla sponge. Pair with one of the special floral cocktails, ranging from the gin-based Strawberry and Rose Royale with Aperol and topped with chilled champagne, or the non-alcoholic Wild Rose. What’s more, guests who dine on the Mother’s Day set menu will also receive a bunch of tulips to aptly complete the floral-inspired occasion.

From £28.95 for two courses and £34.95 for three courses, visit ivycollection.com

The Londoner, Leicester Square

This Mother’s Day, The Londoner is pulling out all the stops to celebrate leading ladies in style. Served throughout the weekend on 29 and 30 March, dine on the elegant champagne afternoon tea at The Stage featuring a seasonal selection of locally sourced sandwiches, freshly baked scones, and handcrafted patisseries, as well as a complimentary box of Charbonnel et Walker truffles. For something slightly heartier, Whitcomb’s will serve a sumptuous selection of Mediterranean dishes – expect king prawn linguine, wild mushroom risotto, rib-eye steak, and pan-fried sea bass – and its famed Sunday roast alongside a complimentary glass of Gusbourne Blanc de Blancs for all mums on 30 March. 

Push the boat out further by booking The Londoner’s exclusive pamper package from 27-30 March. Inviting mums and guests to experience the new Retreat spa, enjoy two-hour access to a private cabana, a 90-minute Queen Ritual massage and a glass of rosé champagne. 

Champagne afternoon tea from £75 per person; pamper package from £250 per person. Visit thelondoner.com

Claridge’s Restaurant, Mayfair

One surefire way to impress mum this year would be with a trip to Claridge’s – and the five-star hotel on Brook Street will happily oblige with its Mother’s Day brunch and lunch on 30 March. Kickstart the day with Claridge's signature buttermilk pancakes, scrambled eggs with Severn and Wye smoked salmon, or coconut and chia pudding with mango compote. The heartier, lunch affair has been overseen by culinary director Simon Attridge and will serve a memorable feast to mark the occasion, featuring Norfolk black leg chicken with truffle stuffing and wild sea trout with Jersey royals and samphire before sticky toffee pudding or strawberry and rhubarb tart. As a special treat, Claridge’s Restaurant will be gifting flower posies to all mothers dining at the restaurant.

Visit claridges.co.uk

Sea Containers, South Bank

On 29 March, Sea Containers will bring families together with a Mama and Mini Disco in partnership with children’s party specialists, Sharky and George. While mother hens can relax on the terrace with a Della Vite prosecco in hand and soak in the panoramic views across the River Thames, children will be thoroughly entertained at the high-energy disco, featuring dance-offs and limbo challenges. Plus, each child will receive a goodie bag and snack, while mums will receive a discount card to use in the hotel’s Agua Spa this spring. 

From £15 per person, visit seacontainerslondon.com

Harry’s, across London

This Mother’s Day, Harry’s has partnered with Jo Malone London to honour life’s leading ladies with a touch of la dolce vita. Offering a three-course Italian menu alongside a limited-edition cocktail inspired by the sweet English Pear and Freesia cologne, each guest dining on 30 March will also receive a complimentary bottle from the London parfumerie to take home. 

Onto the food. Available exclusively on 29 and 30 March, the Mother’s Day set menu begins with a selection of indulgent antipasti – we love the gamberi e‘nduja (oven-baked prawns) in a creamy ‘nduja sauce with tomatoes, baby basil, and a touch of Amalfi lemon – before larger dishes of Harry’s spaghetti seafood medley, truffled chicken in velvety mascarpone, or the pasta verde with broccoli pesto and pine nuts. No celebration is complete without a sweet finale, and the menu aptly closes with classic tiramisù, or the citrus-infused Harry’s Amalfi Lemon: a white chocolate and lemon cheesecake topped with crushed amaretti biscotti, toasted meringue, and lemon sorbet. Bellisimo!

From £40 per person, visit harrysdolcevita.com

Duck and Dry, across London

Duck and Dry knows great hair runs in the family – so what better way to celebrate Mother’s Day than with a blow dry and glass of bubbly? Across Mother’s Day weekend on 29 and 30 March, head to either the Mayfair, Islington or Knightsbridge salons to book your side-by-side signature blow dries; whether you fancy bouncy waves, sleek and chic, or voluminous glam, Duck and Dry’s expert stylists will ensure mum and daughter styles are perfectly in sync. What’s more, guests will also be treated to a complimentary glass of prosecco while they get pampered, along with a goodie bag featuring an award-winning hairspray to help their look last even longer.

Visit duckanddry.com

Mei Ume, Tower Bridge

On 30 March, Mei Ume – tucked away inside Four Seasons at Tower Bridge – will celebrate Mother’s Day with a special tasting menu, set within its annual cherry blossom installation. As part of the restaurant’s Spring Bloom partnership with Saicho, the space will be transformed into a blossoming oasis, adorned with handcrafted paper cherry blossoms and delicate butterflies by art studio Dobrowolski Designs. Alongside a decadent menu by chef Peter Ho, the restaurant will also host an exclusive paper butterfly making workshop, where guests can create intricate paper art in the private dining room with a complimentary glass of Saicho.

After you’ve let your creative juices flow, dig into the Mother’s Day menu which starts with yellowtail carpaccio in truffle ponzu, followed by fiery Chong Qing chicken and an assortment of delicate dim sum. For mains, mandarin beef with pomelo and black pepper jumbo prawns are served alongside wok-fried pak choi and olive fried rice, before concluding with Bloom: a spring-inspired dessert of honey crumble, jasmine, and a delicious Saicho jelly. Pair with a selection of Saicho sparkling tea cocktails – we love The Night of Hojo, blending Saicho Hōjicha with Hennessy XO and Grand Marnier for a rich, smoky flavour – for a Mother’s Day to remember. 

From £78 per person, visit fourseasons.com

Rosewood London, Holborn

For the ultimate girly sleepover, invite the leading lady in your life for a luxury one night stay at the Rosewood. The overnight package for two also includes a complimentary bottle of champagne on arrival, followed by breakfast in bed served the following morning. Make things extra special by adding on a leisurely afternoon at the hotel’s Sense Spa where two guests can enjoy a Swedish massage, followed by champagne and Art Afternoon Tea by executive pastry chef Mark Perkins in the Mirror Room. That’s Mother’s Day done right. 

From £785 per night; from £430 for massage and afternoon tea for two. Visit rosewoodhotels.com

The Mandrake, Fitzrovia

Be truly pampered at The Mandrake this Mother’s Day, which is offering two distinct experiences to please every mum. First up, the Fitzrovia hotel will host its Seven Chakra afternoon tea alongside a sound healing session on 29 March, beginning with aromatherapy and hand massage rituals before the soothing vibrations of alchemy crystal singing bowls. This sound healing session will be followed by the indulgent chakra-inspired afternoon tea, offering a sensory journey of curated teas, flavoursome food and free-flowing refills. 

Those who would rather have a facial than a sound-healing session can opt for The Mandrake’s Tribal Brunch package on 30 March, featuring three South American-inspired courses and a live DJ before a mini oracle reading. The best bit? The Mandrake has also covered the gift, offering a complimentary and fully redeemable 25-minute facial for all mums who attend the Tribal Brunch on Mother’s Day. Sorted. 

From £65 per person for the afternoon tea and sound healing session; £30 for the Tribal Brunch and facial. Visit themandrake.com

Brasserie of Light, Regent Street

Set in a sun-lit dining space beneath the dazzling 24ft crystal-encrusted Pegasus sculpture by Damien Hirst within Selfridges, Brasserie of Light offers a sophisticated atmosphere for families to come together and honour the important women in their lives. Alongside a three-course set menu, all mothers dining on 30 March will also receive a complimentary cocktail inspired by French parfumerie Fragrance du Bois, as well as a gift. 

The specially-curated Mother’s Day menu begins with the likes of popcorn shrimp and bang bang chicken salad before larger dishes of teriyaki salmon fillet and plant-based harissa and pomegranate aubergine with red tapenade, wild rice, coconut yogurt and lime. Save room for the limited-edition dessert – the Queen Bee, which blends coconut and passion fruit  mousse, crispy meringue and white chocolate – and the Hibiscus Eclipse cocktail. Inspired by Fragrance Du Bois Tropiques, and boasting fruity and floral notes, this exclusive serve features vodka, vermouth, lavender cordial and lychee. Chin chin. 

From £39.50 per person, visit brasserie-of-light.co.uk

Langan’s Brasserie, Mayfair

Langan’s Brasserie is partnering with New York-based fragrance brand Narciso Rodriguez to create an unforgettable celebration of appreciation on 30 March. Guests are invited to enjoy a special Sunday feast featuring Langan’s much-loved classics and traditional roasts with all the trimmings, alongside a unique cocktail inspired by the floral and musky elegance of Narciso Rodriguez Eau de Parfum Intense, which is available for one day only. As an extra special touch, every mother dining here will also receive a complimentary bottle of the scent. 

Visit langansbrasserie.com

Chucs, Belgravia

This Mother’s Day, Italian-Mediterranean restaurant Chucs and luxury hair specialists Adem are coming together to offer the ultimate pampering experience: a brunch and a blow dry. Designed to leave the woman in your life feeling utterly refreshed, Chucs will happily do all the legwork by booking mothers dining at the restaurant on 30 March an express blow dry at Adem’s chic salon one hour before their reservation, ensuring a sleek and stylish experience. With a guaranteed pep in their step, mothers are then invited into the Belgravia restaurant for a leisurely brunch, complete with a glass of champagne and complimentary Adem goodie bag. Pleasing mum has never been easier. 

From £75 per person, visit chucsrestaurants.com

Home House, Marylebone

Marylebone members’ club Home House is opening up its doors to all this Mother’s Day. Hosting both a decadent afternoon tea – think confit corn-fed chicken with tarragon mayonnaise and John Ross smoked salmon with chive crème fraîche sandwiches, followed by warm scones and an array of patisserie – as well as a Sunday lunch, there’s plenty to entice every mother’s inner foodie. The latter includes a welcome glass of Moët and Chandon champagne, before starters of Wye Valley asparagus with truffle mayonnaise or a tiger prawn and crayfish risotto. The main course features an array of meats including sirloin of beef with horseradish cream, roast corn-fed chicken supreme with bread sauce, and Herdwick leg of lamb with traditional mint sauce, accompanied by crisp Yorkshire puddings, duck-fat roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables, and a rich gravy. 

The afternoon tea is priced at £45 per person; The Mother’s Day Lunch is priced at £55 per person. Visit homehouse.co.uk

Booking Office 1869 at St Pancras Renaissance, King’s Cross

Enjoy a special Mother’s Day Sunday lunch with loved ones in the iconic St Pancras Renaissance Hotel. Served at The Booking Office 1869 – a 19^th-century gothic revival edifice, and ideally located beside the British Library and St Pancras International Station – on 30 March, indulge in a selection of seasonal classics, from slow-roasted lamb to wild mushroom and seed pudding, before finishing off with the likes of sticky toffee pudding and vanilla crème brulée. 

From £35 per person, visit booking-office.co.uk

Babur, Forest Hill

Sunday lunch is always the main event at Babur – and Mother’s Day is no exception. On 30 March, book the buffet menu to dine on an array of vibrant Indian flavours that we know mum will love. Start with an Elderflower Collins, Rose and Strawberry Slinger or glass of sparkling wine before enjoying succulent starters of chargrilled lamb seekh kebab and aromatic chicken tikka. For mains, we’d recommend Babur's roast shoulder of lamb accompanied by fragrant Punjabi biryani and creamy dal makhani, but other menu highlights include baby tandoori chicken with caramelised onions, seasonal roast vegetable jalfrezi, baked tandoori fish and, of course, fluffy naan, hot and fresh from the charcoal tandoor. 

From £34.95 per person, visit babur.info

Roe, Wood Wharf

From the team behind Fallow, critically-acclaimed Roe will celebrate all mums with a glass of champagne on the house on 30 March, alongside chef-owners Will Murray and Jack Crofts’ take on a classic beef Wellington. Adding to the theatrics, the dish will be carved tableside and served with all the trimmings such as crispy roast potatoes, Yorkshire puddings, glazed carrots and smoked cauliflower cheese. Save room for the signature profiteroles, filled with fragrant black cardamom and coffee ice cream made with spent coffee grounds, or the award-winning caramelised banana parfait. 

Visit roerestaurant.co.uk

Sheraton Grand London Park Lane, Mayfair

Situated in the heart of Mayfair and overlooking Green Park, Sheraton Grand London Park Lane is the perfect place to while away an afternoon after exploring the city on Mother’s Day. From 30 March until 20 April, the hotel will serve its Mother’s Day afternoon tea in the Art Deco-inspired Palm Court. Featuring carefully-crafted sandwiches filled with honey roast gammon and English mustard to sun-blushed tomatoes and rocket, and sweet treats such as salted caramel éclairs, wash it down with a glass of Saicho sparkling tea on arrival. 

From £65 per person, visit palmcourtlondon.co.uk

River Café Café, Hammersmith

Yes, you read that right. The chicer younger sibling to the legendary West London celebrity hangout, The River Café Café – situated directly next door to its eponymous big sister – invites all mums and families to relax on the sun-drenched terrace and indulge in a one-off three-course Mother’s Day menu. True to River Café style, the offering showcases the best of Italian cuisine with a modern twist, starting with mozzarella di bufala, alongside zucchini trifolati and broad beans sott’olio, followed by tagliatelle with Italian asparagus and fonduta tossed in a rich, creamy sauce. End on a sweet note with head chef and owner Ruth Rogers’ tiramisu while sipping on a fresh clementine and prosecco cocktail. That’s amore.

From £50 per person, visit rivercafe.co.uk

Amazónico, Mayfair

Amazónico is marking Mother’s Day with a special fiesta de las madres menu – a lighter take on the restaurant’s signature Asado lunch. Available on 30 March, this vibrant sharing-style feast is designed to bring families together in true Latin American style over dishes of cangrejo – flavourful Dover crab with spicy cassava cake and tomatillo sauce – fresh nigiri, Mexican-style stone bass ceviche with avocado cream, and a selection of wood-fired plates such as tiger prawns, crispy pork belly and coriander-marinated baby chicken. To finish, enjoy guineo: an Amazónico-inspired banana split that’s designed for everyone to get stuck in. All mothers will also be welcomed with a glass of Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin, and to complete the experience, a beautifully-presented box of Brazilian Brigadeiros to take home.

From £65 per person, visit amazonicorestaurant.com

Akira Back, Mayfair

If Japanese-Korean food is the way to your mum’s heart, look no further than Akira Back’s new brunch menu. Divided into hot and cold small plates, expect freshly-prepared sushi platters, Korean fried chicken, the signature AB tuna pizza, wagyu tacos, and black sesame match cake. Plus, all mums will also receive a complimentary glass of Moët and Chandon to mark the occasion. 

From £58 per person, visit mandarinoriental.com

The Cadogan Arms, The George and The Hound, across London

On 30 March, three of London’s favourite pubs – The Cadogan Arms in Chelsea, The George in Fitzrovia, and Chiswick’s The Hound – will invite guests to celebrate Mother’s Day with its seasonal roast menu. Each of the pubs’ Sunday roast menus feature native rump of beef, served with rich bone marrow gravy and horseradish cream, and the slow roasted pork belly, complemented by fennel, cumin, and burnt apple sauce. Every dish is accompanied with butter-glazed vegetables, crispy roast potatoes, and Yorkshire puddings. 

To add an extra sweet touch to the occasion, order the limited-edition rhubarb and custard trifle, perfectly paired with a Rhubarb Fizz cocktail. This special drink is made using Glendalough Rose Gin, where every batch includes roses from the garden of the head distiller’s mum, making it a fitting tribute for Mother’s Day.

Visit thecadoganarms.london; thegeorge.london; thehound.london

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