This Mother’s Day, March 30, 2025, was marked by heartfelt tributes and special treats across the UK, making it a memorable day for mothers everywhere. In Glasgow, a mother named Cath Magee was left emotional after her son, Robert Magee, surprised her with a loving tribute displayed on a First Bus. Robert, 27, had arranged for a picture of his mum along with a heartfelt message to be showcased on a bus as part of First Bus’s Mother’s Day competition. The unveiling took place at the depot, where Cath was invited under the pretense of accompanying her son to work.
As she arrived, Cath was taken aback to find her picture and Robert’s message on the bus. The emotional moment was captured on video, showcasing her surprise and joy. "I can’t believe it. What a lovely thing to do. I’m so proud of Robert, and it was actually my first time seeing him drive the bus, which was exciting enough, but when I saw what he’d done, it was really emotional. It made me feel so special," Cath expressed, thanking First Bus for making her Mother’s Day unforgettable. Graeme Macfarlan, the commercial director at First Bus Scotland, echoed Cath’s sentiments, stating, "What a lovely way to celebrate Mother’s Day, and I’m so thrilled that we’ve been able to help people share why they love their mums so much. It’s certainly a different and unique way of doing it compared to the usual chocolate and flowers."
In addition to personal tributes, many restaurants and cinemas offered special deals to celebrate mothers on this day. Showcase Cinemas provided mothers with a free ticket to see the newly released film, Bridget Jones: About The Boy. This one-day-only deal allowed mothers to enjoy a free admission with the purchase of another ticket. Showcase’s initiative was well-received, with locations in Paisley and Coatbridge participating in the celebration. The film, which debuted on February 13, 2025, has already set box office records, making £11.8 million in its opening weekend, earning the title of the best box office opening ever for a romantic comedy in the UK and Ireland.
Meanwhile, Italian restaurant group Prezzo rolled out the red carpet for mothers with a complimentary glass of prosecco and a £10 voucher for future visits. On the same day, if guests arrived at their local Prezzo by 11:30 AM, all adults in the party would also receive a complimentary glass of prosecco. This initiative aimed to show appreciation for mothers and encourage them to take some time for themselves.
Restaurant Bill's also joined in the festivities, offering mothers a free dessert or glass of prosecco with the purchase of a main meal. Options included a delicious passionfruit cheesecake or cinnamon doughnuts, making it a sweet treat for the day.
Theme parks were not left out of the celebrations either. Gulliver’s Valley theme park in Sheffield offered free adult tickets for mothers with one full-paying child, ensuring families could enjoy a fun day out together. In London, Thames Rockets provided mothers with a free speedboat ride along the Thames with every adult ticket purchased, using the code ‘MUM2025’.
The weather in Merseyside added to the pleasant atmosphere, as the Met Office reported it would feel "pleasant in the sunshine" on Mother’s Day, with temperatures reaching highs of 13°C and lows of 8°C. Liverpool was even forecasted to be warmer than Ibiza in the upcoming week, with temperatures soaring into the low 20s. The day was perfect for families heading out to celebrate, with the sun shining brightly.
As if the day needed more excitement, a partial solar eclipse was also expected to be visible in the UK on March 29, 2025, from 9:56 AM to 12:14 PM, with the peak occurring around 11:03 AM. Although this celestial event added an extra layer of wonder to the weekend, many mothers were simply thrilled to be celebrated by their families.
In a delightful twist, British retailer Morrisons offered a special treat for mothers shopping that day. The store introduced "mum lanes" allowing mothers and their children to queue jump, and gave away 50,000 boxes of Guylian chocolates at the checkout. Each box, normally priced at £7.50, contained delicious hazelnut praline-filled chocolates, ensuring mothers left with a sweet treat in hand.
Morrisons' Head of Marketing Events, Gareth Lloyd, explained the rationale behind the initiative: "The reality is that many mums still end up doing chores like the weekly shop on Mother’s Day – even though it is supposed to be the day that they are spoiled! Therefore, we’ve launched Mums’ Lanes in stores to give a little something back to all the mums shopping with us on their special day."
With all these special offers and heartfelt gestures, Mother’s Day 2025 turned out to be a day of celebration, showcasing the love and appreciation families have for their mothers. From emotional surprises to delightful treats and sunny weather, it was a day that many will remember for years to come.
