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If you’re organising something a little bigger than a table for two this Mother’s Day — a family gathering, a group celebration, or an event bringing together several generations — finding the right venue matters. Oakwood Hotel, just outside Barnwood on the edge of Gloucester, offers flexible event spaces suited to Mother’s Day celebrations of all sizes, from an intimate family group to a larger organised gathering.
Not every Mother’s Day plan looks the same. Some families want a private dining room away from the main restaurant; others are organising a larger community or club event to mark the occasion together. At Oakwood, our function spaces can be arranged to suit a range of group sizes and formats, from seated meals to more relaxed drinks-and-canapés style gatherings. Our team works with you ahead of time to understand numbers, timings and any special requests, so the day runs smoothly from start to finish.
Oakwood Hotel was created to be a genuine gathering place for the local area, and Mother’s Day is exactly the kind of occasion that reflects that purpose. Our food and drink menus draw on quality Gloucestershire produce, giving any event a strong foundation, while spaces like The Drawing Room provide a comfortable, welcoming setting for groups to relax together. For larger or more formal bookings, our wider events and occasions services can be tailored specifically around your Mother’s Day plans.
Located a short drive from Barnwood on the Tewkesbury Road in Twigworth, Oakwood Hotel is an easy destination for local groups and clubs organising a Mother’s Day event. On-site parking makes arrival straightforward, and for families travelling from further afield or wanting to make a weekend of it, our rooms are available to extend the celebration into an overnight stay.
Organising a group event is rarely simple, especially when you’re trying to coordinate around different tastes, ages and travel distances within the family. One of the advantages of booking a venue like Oakwood is that the coordination effort shifts from you to our events team. Once we understand your numbers and preferences, we take care of the table plan, the catering logistics and the timings, so your focus on the day can stay on the people you’re celebrating rather than the practicalities.
This is particularly useful for Mother’s Day, where it’s common for one family member to end up organising on behalf of several others. Having a single point of contact at the venue — rather than juggling multiple restaurant bookings or trying to cook for a large group at home — tends to make the whole day considerably less stressful, while still delivering a proper, memorable celebration.
Because Mother’s Day is a popular date for group bookings, we’d encourage organisers to get in touch as early as possible. Our team can talk through space options, catering styles, and any specific touches you’d like to include, helping you put together an event that feels genuinely special for the mothers being celebrated.
From arrival to the final round of coffee, our aim is for a Mother’s Day event at Oakwood to feel effortless for everyone involved — organiser included. That combination of flexible space, dependable catering and genuine hospitality is what makes us a popular choice for families and groups across the Barnwood area looking to mark the day properly.
We can accommodate a range of group sizes, from small family gatherings to larger organised events. Speak to our team about your numbers and we’ll recommend the most suitable space.
Given how popular Mother’s Day is for group bookings, we recommend enquiring several weeks in advance to secure your preferred date and space.
Yes, our kitchen can create a bespoke menu for private events, drawing on the same quality, locally sourced produce used across our dining offering.
Yes, we’re a short drive from Barnwood, located on the Tewkesbury Road in Twigworth, just outside Gloucester.
Yes, we have spaces that can be arranged privately or semi-privately depending on your group size and the nature of your celebration.
Yes, our rooms are available for guests wishing to extend their visit into an overnight stay, which many families choose to do.
Yes, we have on-site parking, making it convenient for groups arriving from Barnwood and the surrounding area.
Yes, our kitchen is happy to accommodate dietary requirements for group bookings, provided we’re informed in advance.
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