Your Essential Guide to Lake District Hen Do Weekends & Party Houses
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Planning a hen party? Look no further than the breathtaking Lake District! The Lake District is the largest national park in the UK, covering a staggering 2,362 square kilometers, which means your hen party won't be lacking in space! The Lake District is the perfect "get away from it all" destination, and it has everything. From a good selection of accommodation, to activities that cover every avenue, from challenging and adrenaline-pumping to relaxing. The Lake District has everything a major town or
Dotted around the numerous hamlets, villages, and towns of the National Park, you'll find a fantastic selection of Lake District party houses . These properties have been designed and furnished with groups in mind, from converted cottages and farmhouses to manor houses, all catering to groups of all sizes.
The accommodation options here are unmatched, specializing in luxury, large-group stays that transform a weekend into an event. Whether you need a massive party house with every feature imaginable or an exclusive retreat for privacy, we have you covered. For grand celebrations, consider The Grand Hall, which offers sleeping space for twenty guests alongside a spa pool and hot tub. If you need unrivalled seclusion and space for twenty-four, The Island provides total privacy. Alternatively, for a truly unique experience, Rydal Pub offers a fantastic party house setup with a cinema room and hot tub for up to sixteen guests. These houses are the perfect base for your memorable Lake District Hen Do.
While there are numerous B&Bs and guesthouses in the Lake District, because of their boutique nature, they may be more suitable for couples. For large hen groups, booking a private property is essential. It gives you the freedom to play games, hire private chefs, and relax in a hot tub without worrying about other guests.
You can't ask a question about "what to do in the Lake District" without stating the obvious: explore the unique and absolutely stunning countryside, rolling hills, and numerous bodies of water. It truly is a beautiful scene, well worthy of your consideration as the backdrop for your hen party. Fun fact: there's only one official lake in the "Lake District" (Bassenthwaite Lake), but don't let that fool you! It's also home to Scafell Pike, England's highest peak. So, a Lake District hen party would be the perfect destination for those outdoorsy hens who value some of the finest scenery in the UK.
Of course, being rural also gives your Lake District hen party a solid option for other outdoor-style activities. Think bushcraft courses, and with the many lakes in the area, there are perfect water sports opportunities. Kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding are very popular, and for the more dramatic water sports fans, there's even white water rafting available to get that adrenaline pumping. You certainly won't be short of Lake District hen party activities. For an alternative experience, consider afternoon tea on a steam train. Nearby, an activity center offers horse riding, quad biking, go-karting, archery, clay pigeon shooting, paintballing, air rifles, and gorge scrambling. For more information about these and any other of our amazing activities, get in touch and speak to one of our experts.
Obviously, if you're staying in one of our self-catering Lake District party houses, you may wish to cater for yourselves or even get one of our private chefs in to serve you a delicious two- or three-course meal. Nothing beats sitting in a pub garden, with stunning 360° views of the beautiful countryside in the sunshine, enjoying a scrummy meal with your besties.
With a plethora of market towns, hamlets, and villages within its boundaries, your Lake District hen party will be spoiled for choice at mealtimes, whether that's a little artisan bakery for a bit of lunchtime sustenance, traditional country pubs serving pub classics, or classy fine dining restaurants offering some spectacular fare. The Lake District has you covered, so we highly recommend exploring some of these wonderful residential hubs to find one that suits you and your group.
The great news for groups, despite being what you would call a rural hen and stag do destination, is that some of the larger towns of the Lake District have some quality nightlife if your group wants to dance the night away. Keswick, Bowness-on-Windermere, and Kendal (of Kendal Mint Cake fame) all have a healthy selection of nightlife to satisfy your "getting your groove on" itch. While most of the little hamlets and villages will have traditional country pubs, the larger towns will have more modern bars in addition to the traditional pubs. This selection of nightlife again goes to demonstrate that choosing a Lake District hen party really can and will give you everything you want for a truly memorable celebration with your closest family and friends.
Still not sure if The Lake District is right for you? Please explore our other amazing locations or browse our comprehensive property list for more posh hen do options. Alternatively, simply get in touch with one of our one of our expert team or visit our main page to discover more hen weekend ideas and inspiration and how we can help.
The Stag and Hen Experience has been creating the best hen weekends away since 2009, so if you're looking to plan a hen weekend package anywhere in the UK or abroad, get in touch on 01202 566100 or via this email address : [email protected] and one of our expert hen do organisers will help you put together a fantastic celebration for you and your group.
