[AD] Planning a one-night hen party? Without time on your side, the pressure to plan an unforgettable hen party can be overwhelming. To help you keep your cool, we’ve listed five of our favourite one-night hen do ideas, both indoors and outdoors.
One-night hen party ideas
Head to a festival
Finding the right festival for your bride-to-be could be a fantastic idea if you’re booking in advance for a summer hen party. Many of the best UK festivals, including BST Hyde Park, offer multiple one-day ticket options. So, regardless of your hen’s favourite genre, you’ll be able to pick the lineup that best reflects her music taste.
Rent a party house
Privacy can make for the best hen do, so why not celebrate from your own exclusive space? With hundreds of purpose-built party houses to choose from across the UK, you could stay at the coast, up in the mountains, or in the middle of the city.
And once you’ve arrived and taken some time to settle in, you’ll be following your own schedule. Why not book a butler in the buff to guarantee a night of raunchy games and laughter?
Opt for a boat party
Did you know that you can rent out narrowboats for private parties?
Depending on the city you choose to revel in, you’ll find a wide range of options available for a fun-filled night on the water. Boat parties offer an exclusive atmosphere without the added pressure of a fancy nightclub or venue. What’s more, you’ll be able to do some sightseeing as you cruise past all the best scenery, too.
Host a drag-themed night
If you and your girls adore RuPaul’s Drag Race, why not host a lip-sync evening extraordinaire? This one could be a great shout if you’re hoping to avoid the colder weather. Simply track back to your favourite series and set a dress code for the night.
Once all your hens start to arrive dressed as your favourite drag queens, the rest should be outrageously entertaining.
Go down to London
Nothing quite compares to the allure of the capital, so taking your hens to London could offer something to all the girls. From karaoke bars like Hyper Reality to the most incredible cocktail bars, you won’t be short of possibilities.
From the moment you arrive, you’ll be able to choose from almost every nighttime activity imaginable. Whether you’re feeling up to bingo, poker, live music, comedy, fine dining or theatre, there’s no denying the appeal of a London hen night.
We hope you’re feeling inspired to plan an unforgettable one-night hen party after reading our guide. We’re always open to more suggestions, so why not share your best tips in the comments section below?
I've only been to 2 hen parties and both were the same. Very casual pub crawl. Always wanted to go to an all out hen party x
Renting a party house is a great idea for a one-night hen party! Going to London is also a good idea! x
Lucy | http://www.lucymary.co.uk
Admittedly mine was 15 years ago now but we went out for dinner. We headed to the pub on the way home because there was supposed to be karaoke but turned out that one particular night it had been cancelled boo! Also because my cousin was coming and she was 13/14 at the time we either needed a suitable something for her and then a second night out or just do it all in one go. (I'm not really a go out and party kind of person so the one outing worked for me). I think I've been to one maybe two hen dos and they've always been quiet calm affairs lol. They've nearly always involved some kind of meal whether it's going out or having it at home and that's kind of been it.
I loved my hen do even though I was about 16 weeks pregnant. We rented a house at the beach and just played, sunbathed and partied the whole time. Love your tips, great AD, smashing it girl!
Rosie
I've never been to a hen party but I bet they're so much fun!