My Manchester Hen Weekend: A Real Story & Itinerary

Editor's Note (December 2025): While this legendary hen do took place a few years ago, we have updated this post to ensure all venues, activities, and prices are accurate for the 2025 season.

A hen weekend is one of the most amazing things you can be invited to. I was lucky enough to attend my best friend Lucy's hen party in Manchester.

I was a little nervous but excited—it was my first weekend away from my baby, and I was ready for a proper party. Here is the full diary of our weekend, from nude life drawing to hot tub nights.

Friday: The Apartments & The Model

We drove up in a convoy, singing along to cheesy songs the whole way. We headed straight to our accommodation: the 36 Blues Party Apartments.

They were amazing. We had two apartments between the 28 of us—basically the whole building. Having a private space with a Hot Tub on the lower floor was so much better than being split up in a hotel. We unpacked, popped the prosecco, and waited for our first activity.

Activity: Nude Life Drawing

We headed out to a private function room for Nude Life Drawing. When the model, Tom, arrived and disrobed, the shrieks were deafening! He was brilliant—not just a model but a great laugh who interacted with the group. Seeing everyone's terrible drawings at the end was hilarious.

We spent the rest of the night exploring the bars. We found a place with 2-for-1 cocktails and eventually made our way to a nightclub where we danced until the early hours.

Saturday: Pampering & "Linner"

Saturday morning was a slow start. We nursed our hangovers in the apartment until there was a knock at the door. It was the Mobile Pamper Team.

Three therapists arrived with massage beds and kit. It was perfect timing—I desperately needed a back massage! While three of us got treated, the rest of the group cracked open the bubbles and played games. It was the ultimate lazy afternoon.

Activity: Bottomless Brunch

For our main meal, we booked a **Bottomless Brunch** in the city centre. It was more of a "Linner" (late lunch/early dinner), which worked perfectly. The food was superb, and the bubbles kept flowing for 90 minutes. I think I ate my body weight in cakes!

Saturday Night: The House Party

After brunch, we headed back to the apartments. We decided to take it a little easier for the second night and make the most of our amazing accommodation.

We topped up supplies at the local supermarket and had a massive house party. We used the hot tub, played games, and enjoyed each other's company without the hassle of queuing for clubs. It was the perfect way to end the trip.

The Verdict

Lucy’s hen do was an amazing experience. I’ve made friends for life, and Manchester was the perfect host city.

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