Your Essential Hen Party Activities Hub: Find Your Squad's Vibe
Good times gonna roll!
Gone are the days when every hen do followed the same script. In 2025, personalization is king. Whether your group wants high-octane adrenaline, a "naughty-but-nice" cabaret, a morning spent crafting bespoke jewelry, or a long, boozy lunch, the options are endless.
At The Stag and Hen Experience, we’ve organized thousands of celebrations. To help you pick the perfect event, we’ve categorized the most popular UK and European activities into eight distinct "vibes."
1. The "Crowd-Pleasers": Most Popular for a Reason
Cocktail Making: The undisputed king of hen activities. Available in almost every destination, these classes ensure everyone has a drink in hand while learning to shake, stir, and pour like a pro.
Escape Rooms: A modern classic. Pit your group against puzzles and themes—it’s the ultimate test of teamwork and a great icebreaker for groups who don’t know each other well.
Pamper Days: The perfect "reset" button. Whether you do it on the first morning to start in style or Sunday morning to recover, a day of saunas, steam rooms, and pools is never a bad idea.
2. The "Foodie Hen": For the Ladies Who Lunch
For many groups, the best memories are made around a table. Food-based activities are excellent because they double as a meal and entertainment.
Afternoon Tea with Unlimited Prosecco: A brilliant activity that satisfies both your tastebuds and your thirst. Enjoy a spread of sandwiches and cakes with the prosecco flowing for two entire hours.
Chocolate & Cupcake Making: Get busy in the kitchen making truffles or decorating perfectly iced cupcakes. The best part? You get to eat your creations straight away.
Cheese & Wine Tasting: One of our most unique activities, particularly popular for an Amsterdam Hen Do. It’s a sophisticated way to spend an afternoon sampling the world's best savory treats.
Medieval Banquets: For an extravagant night, quaff wine from goblets and enjoy piles of roasted meats while being entertained by classic medieval performers.
3. The "Zen Hen": Relaxed & Low-Key
Not every weekend needs to be high-octane. If the bride-to-be prefers a "chilled" vibe, these options are perfect:
Punting & Prosecco: Available in the historic cities of Cambridge and Oxford. Hire a chauffeur to pole you down the river while you sip bubbles and take in the sights.
Bottomless Brunch: The ultimate late-morning activity. Enjoy a two-hour window of unlimited cocktails or prosecco paired with anything from a Full English to Caribbean or Mexican cuisine.
Psychic Hen Night: A mind-blowing addition to a night in. A professional psychic comes to your accommodation to give readings to the girls, letting them know what the future holds for their love lives and careers.
Mobile Pampering: If you've booked a Hen House, have the spa come to you. Relax in your pajamas with a glass of bubbly while therapists provide massages, manicures, and facials.
4. The "Creative Soul": Crafty & Bespoke
Crafternoons: Spend a relaxing afternoon learning a new skill. From Fascinator Making (wear them to the wedding!) to Jewellery Making with Swarovski crystals, you’ll walk away with a personalized memento.
Naughty Crafts: For a cheekier edge, try Knicker Making or Lingerie Crafting, where you can design lacy garters or nipple tassels to keep as a fun reminder of the weekend.
5. The "Action Junkie": Wild Adrenaline
White Water Rafting: Brave the rapids on an inflatable raft. It’s a high-adrenaline adventure that is perfect for the "Wild" hen.
Inflatable Games (It’s A Knockout): School sports day for adults, featuring giant inflatable logs, buckets of water, and plenty of "gunge."
West Country Games: Hilarious, tongue-in-cheek fun involving "Welly Wanging" and the "Cider Run."
6. The Dance Studio: Pick Your Routine
Pop Classics: Master a routine to ABBA, the Spice Girls, or Grease.
Sultry Styles: Learn the art of the feather boa in Burlesque or hit the studio for a high-skill Pole Dancing session.
Modern Vibes: Try Street Dance or the iconic Dirty Dancing (Baby lifts included!).
7. The "Spiced-Up" Nightlife: Naughty but Nice
Bingo Lingo & Funny Boyz: Interactive nights featuring twerk-offs, lip-sync battles, drag queens, and confetti cannons. It’s "Bingo" like you’ve never seen it before.
Dominatrix Class: Head into an actual dungeon with a professional to learn basics like rope bondage and "Mistress-class" skills.
Nude Life Drawing: Exercise your artistic skills (and have a good look) by sketching a male model. A "posh" alternative to a standard strip show.
Strippers & Cheeky Butlers: The traditional hen favorite. Hire a "Bronzed Adonis" for a private show or a Cheeky Butler to serve your drinks dressed only in an apron, collar, and cuffs.
8. The Bargain Hunter: Budget-Friendly Daytime Fun
Smartphone Treasure Hunts: At just £10 per person, this is the ultimate budget hack. Use your phone to solve clues across the city or embark on a "Pub Crawl Treasure Hunt."
Pool-Only Spa Access: Many hotels allow all-day access to pools and jacuzzis for a small fee without requiring expensive treatments.
Low-Cost Dance Workshops: Activity-only packages can start from as little as £34 per person, including evening nightlife entry.
Ready to Plan Your Perfect Activity?
Whether you want the "Wurzel Knockout" in a field or a five-star spa in London, we can build the perfect package for you.