Mother's Day at The Lion in Wendlebury

Mother’s Day is a Sunday that deserves to be set aside.

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On Sunday 15th March, we’ll be welcoming families to The Lion near Bicester for Mother’s Day — a day that calls for good food, thoughtful service and time set aside for the people who matter most.

In the heart of the village of Wendlebury, The Lion has become a place people return to when the occasion feels important. This is your invitiation to bring your family to ours.

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A Mother’s Day Lunch in Oxfordshire

Our Sunday menu will be served throughout the afternoon, alongside a handful of seasonal dishes created by the kitchen team especially for the day.

Roasts will take centre stage: carefully prepared, generously served and accompanied by the kind of details that define a lovely Sunday.

For those searching for Mother’s Day lunch near Bicester or a charming pub in Oxfordshire for Mother’s Day, The Lion offers the setting and experience many are looking for, with our quiant surroundings, considered cooking and a dining room that feels homely and welcoming.

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The Right Setting for the Occasion

Mother’s Day often brings together families travelling from across Oxfordshire and beyond — from Wendlebury, Bicester, Headington and further afield. The Lion's heritage building, generous dining spaces and established reputation make it a natural meeting point. It is a place accustomed to full dining rooms and long afternoons, where service moves at the right pace and every table feels looked after. On a day like Mother’s Day, that sense of familiarity matters.

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Occasions invite small indulgences.

A Little More Than Usual

A glass of Champagne to begin. A bottle chosen with care. A dessert that might not ordinarily make it to the table.

Our wine list has been curated to sit comfortably alongside Sunday roasts and seasonal dishes — from Champagne and English sparkling wines to classic reds and whites suited to the afternoon. It’s about choosing something that elevates the moment without overshadowing it.

Things to do this Mother’s Day