| Year | Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 10 Mar | Sun | Mother’s Day |
| 2025 | 30 Mar | Sun | Mother’s Day |
| 2026 | 15 Mar | Sun | Mother’s Day |
| Please scroll down to end of page for previous years’ dates. | |||
Mothering Sunday, observed on the fourth Sunday of Lent, typically falls in March.
It’s a traditional celebration where individuals return to their baptismal church and pay tribute to their mothers.
This day is marked by both the Roman Catholic and Anglican churches in the UK.
Beyond the religious observances of Mothering Sunday, Mother’s Day is celebrated with customs similar to those in the US, Australia, and other countries.
In recent years, Mother’s Day has seen an increase in commercialisation.
Despite this, the essence of the day remains focused on family.
It’s a time when children often present their mothers with gifts, flowers, and cards, offer relief from daily household tasks, or treat their mother to a relaxing day at a salon or spa.
Previous Years
| Year | Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 19 Mar | Sun | Mother’s Day |
| 2022 | 27 Mar | Sun | Mother’s Day |
| 2021 | 14 Mar | Sun | Mother’s Day |
| 2020 | 22 Mar | Sun | Mother’s Day |
| 2019 | 31 Mar | Sun | Mother’s Day |
| 2018 | 11 Mar | Sun | Mother’s Day |
Mother's Day FAQs
Mother’s Day in the UK is celebrated on the fourth Sunday of Lent. In 2024, Mother’s Day will be celebrated on Sunday, March 31st. This date is consistent with the traditional observance of Mother’s Day in the UK, which falls on the fourth Sunday of Lent each year.
Some traditional Mother’s Day gifts include:
- Flowers, particularly roses and carnations
- Chocolates and sweets
- Handmade cards or gifts
- Jewelry
- Spa or beauty treatment vouchers
- Personalized items such as photo frames or custom-made gifts
- Breakfast in bed or a special meal
- Books or items related to her hobbies or interests.
Some specific customs and traditions associated with Mother’s Day in the UK include:
- Giving flowers, particularly daffodils and roses
- Simnel cake, a traditional fruit cake, is often associated with Mother’s Day.
- Family gatherings and meals to honor and celebrate mothers and mother figures.
- Traditional afternoon tea or special meals at home or in restaurants.
- Cards and gifts to express love and appreciation for mothers and mother figures.
To make Mother’s Day special for your mom or mother figure, you can consider the following ideas:
- Giving her a thoughtful and personalised gift
- Planning a special activity or outing that she enjoys.
- Preparing a homemade meal or organizing a family gathering.
- Expressing your love and gratitude through heartfelt gestures and words.
- Considering her hobbies and interests when selecting a gift.
