If you are looking for ideas for activities to do at your hen party accommodation, these fun things will certainly set you off on the right track!
Lots of ideas from Butlers in the Buff, Cake Decorating, Wine Tasting, yoga, life drawing and everything in between
Mobile Massage/Beauty Therapist
Pamper Party Angels are a team of highly skilled, fully insured and qualified, Mobile Massage and Beauty Therapists. Specialising in providing pamper parties in the comfort of your Hen Party Accommodation.
They are able to provide all your guests with 30-minute Massage or Beauty treatments including Facials, Pedicures, Manicures and Back, Neck and Shoulder Massages. See their list of treatments HERE
Cake Decorating Party
Have a fun, unique afternoon cake decorating with Custom Cake Classes in the comfort of your Hen Party accommodation. All the ingredients together with 6 freshly baked vanilla cupcakes per person and equipment, including tablecloths, aprons and cake cutters are provided. No experience is needed as you will be guided throughout the class and learn how to make pretty decorations, including making handmade roses, learn how to colour sugar paste and how to pipe soft buttercream swirls.
Classes last for approximately 2 hours and you will be given a pretty presentation box to put your decorated cupcakes in. To discuss your requirements and find out more visit the Website.
Delightful Buffet delivered to your door
Vanilla Blue Catering offer superb buffets, delivered straight to your accommodation.
Always put together with love and attention, so you can sit back, relax and enjoy this very delicious, tasty food with the best service from a local provider.
On offer is a range of options from sandwich platters, canapes, sharing platters, finger buffets, fork buffets, grazing tables, afternoon teas and more as well as some delicious desserts. Finger buffet prices range from £7.45 to £10.75 per person. For more information visit the Website
Paint Party
Let’s get creative on your hen do! Create a work of art with your friends during your weekend away with The Paint Club. Find your inner artist and don’t forget the bubbly and cocktails for this fun not too serious activity.
The Paint Club will arrange a bespoke painting experience just for you, if you have an idea of what you could all paint together, they will provide all the equipment and guide you into creating your masterpiece. Pop them an email to find out more.
Mobile Cocktail Workshop
Thirsty Bee is a mobile cocktail service and experience that is designed to get the party started in a fun and interactive way. Lasting for two hours this is an ideal activity for hen parties or birthday parties. Your cocktail specialist will provide an in-depth explanation of how to construct your favourite cocktails, with all the equipment and glasses provided. They also offer other experiences like Gin Tasting, Beer & Cider Tasting and Whiskey Tasting.
Calling all wine and cheese lovers! How do you fancy spending 2 hours in the company of an experienced professional wine host, with an introduction to wine tasting. Your host will teach you lots of tips and useful information about the world of wine along the way. Learn how to swirl and sniff, pairing cheese and other food, explaining why each pairing works.
To make this experience cost effective for groups when you contact Bristol Wine School they will direct you to a supplier and provide you with a discount code, so that you can purchase the wine and chill it yourself at your Hen Party Accommodation. They will also provide you with details of cheese and nibbles to buy in advance ready for your wine tasting experience.
Our Beautiful Holiday Home sleeps 12 – 14 and is just 15 mins to Bristol and 20 mins to Bath. Check our Website for availability or email me with any questions.
Buff Bubbly Butlers
A great way to get your party started! Your buff butler has all the skills to make your party feel relaxed whilst giving you a night to remember.
These buff and bubbly butlers are as you would expect, charming, gorgeous and guaranteed to entertain everyone, at your hen party accommodation.
Buff butler prices start from £150 for 2 hour to £180 for 3 hours of fun. You can also choose from, cocktail classes from £25pp, life drawing including all materials from £20pp (based on 10 people) What are you waiting for, book your buff bubbly butler today via email or visit their WEBSITE for more information
The Crafty Hen
Have some fun with a Hen Party Workshop in the comfort of your Hen Party Accommodation. The Crafty Hen is a Bristol based company with plenty of packages to choose from. Parties for creative Brides and friends working together to create bespoke wedding day keepsakes for the big day or for a unique hen party experience, they have it all. Choose from the many workshop options available or contact them with your own ideas.
Tried and tested workshops include – Flower Crown making, Ceramic Painting, Patchwork Party, Jewellery making, Fascinator making and Nipple Tassels, Bunting making, Knicker Customisation, Garter making, and many more. These are super workshops, lasting for up to 3 hours, crack open the bubbly, be inspired and get ready for lots of laughs along the way. Check out the Website for more information.
Hot Tub Hire
Pepper Bells Glamping are a Bristol Company who hire out hot tubs as well as glamping tents. They are a friendly family owned local business.
They offer luxury premium quality Canadian Swift hot tubs, which are the deepest tubs available. Their tubs have a rigid outer shell offering greater insulation and support.
These Hot tubs are available to hire for weekends and are very affordable. Discounts also available if ordering more than one. Contact them for availability – Website
Personal Chef
Enjoy restaurant-quality cuisine cooked in the comfort of your Self Catering Accommodation by a Professional Chef.
You can take time to relax with your friends whilst your dinner is being prepared and cooked from a bespoke menu tailored to your exact requirement and dietary needs.
Arriving with plain shoes and taking home a crystal pair, which you’ve designed yourself is a unique hen party activity idea from Rock My Shoes. Taught by an experienced shoe designer, spend 2.5 hours customising your shoes for the big day. Learn how to design with unlimited amounts of crystals and pearls. Add to any style of shoes, flats, high heels or trainers. If you’re not a shoe person, that’s not a problem you can still add some sparkle to your bag or a purse.
This is the perfect opportunity to bling up your favourite comfy shoes for the big day, it’s free for the bride to be and she will also receive a surprise crystal gift. Check out the Website for more information.
Yoga
Whether it’s a Hen or Birthday Party Weekend Yoga Bristol can offer a great class tailored to your group. Classes can last from 60 to 90 minutes and all the equipment can be provided, including yoga mats, blocks and belts, if needed.
Gary Osborn-Clarke has been teaching Yoga since 2003, so whether you are a regular student, a beginner or simply because you want to try something new, you will be in good hands.
Recent feedback from a Weekend Hen Party commented – We had such a great yoga session taught by Gary in the garden. He supplied all the necessary equipment and made the class appropriate for a range of different experience levels, including total beginners. He was really positive and friendly and made everyone feel comfortable. Would really recommend.
Rock the night away with professional karaoke equipment supplied by Hire Karaoke. Hire Karaoke is the number one leading karaoke supplier in the UK. Why not add that little extra to your party and hire a karaoke system and sing your heart out. They have packages to suit all budgets and any party size.
All the equipment needed will be delivered to your hen party accommodation and with over 20,000 karaoke tracks to choose from be prepared to party well into the early hours!
All bookings are covered by a contract for peace of mind, visit. Pop them an Email to arrange your booking today.
Life Drawings
Enjoy a bit a Cheeky Fun with a Nude Life Drawing class at your accommodation with Hen Party Life Drawing.
A fun and tasteful form of entertainment that’s classier than a stripper. Your professional model, will make you feel at ease, give you instructions and guidance throughout and all the supplies needed for you to create your masterpiece. Classic Cheeky Packages last for approx. 60 minutes and includes all art supplies, full guided instructions, group photo with the model and a keepsake branded folder to keep all of those cheeky drawings in. Or there’s an Ultimate Cheeky Package for 90 a minute session, which includes all of the above plus extra party games and bride and with model poses for sketches. Giggles are guaranteed at these sessions prices start from £20 per person. See the Website for more information.
Tailored made therapies from a Holistic Therapist
Treat yourself to relaxing spa treatments in the comfort of your accommodation, with Royall Holistics. Nicky specialises in Reflexology, Reiki, Swedish, Hot Stone and Deep Tissue Massage. Enjoy an afternoon of treatments and relax and unwind before hitting the town for the evening.
Nicky is a very experienced and professional therapist who will tailor treatments to your needs. She comes highly recommended and provides affordable group packages. Visit the Website for more information. Or call Nicky for a friendly chat 07786 407297.
Drag and Disorderly
If you fancy a sassy performer, bringing plenty of blue humour, dancing, singing and lots of fun and frolics. Why not book yourself a Drag Queen. The larger-than-life Felicity Suxwell is hilariously funny, entertaining and is sure to get your party started with a bang.
Bringing her own DJ, the music is sorted for those classic party sing-a-long songs. This very interactive show will have everyone laughing from start to finish. Contact Felicity for more information.
Candle Making Workshop
Enjoy a fun and relaxing 3-hour candle making workshop in the comfort of your Hen Party Accommodation with Mount Cottage Crafts. Learn all the basic skills of Soy Wax candle making, the difference fragrance options, wick types, how to measure wax and put fragrance and dye into candles and the best combination for the perfect creation.
Takeaway your candles for your special day or give as a perfect gift. You can choose from making one large candle with one fragrance or 3 medium candles with 2 fragrance. All tools and equipment are provided. Booking well in advance is essential. Visit the Website for more information.
Afternoon Tea – Heartfelt Vintage
Afternoon Tea makes for a fun activity for your Hen Party. Heartfelt Vintage does it in style, their passion is all things vintage with a good old-fashioned Afternoon Tea. They have 3 different packages. The most popular option is to simply take delivery at your accommodation and enjoy the freshly homemade baked scones with a choice of homemade clotted cream and jam, 4 different types of fingers sandwiches, a centrepiece cake decorated with flowers, 2 scrumptious traybakes and a selection of 3 different teas.
You also have the option to have all the lovely things as described above as well as hiring their vintage china, which is delivered and collected. Or just go the whole shebang, let them do all the work, sit back and relax whilst they serve you and then clear up. Prices start from £17.95 per person. Visit the Website for more information.
Murder Mystery where you all play the suspects!
Two actors will co-ordinate events and move the plot along. Each of the guests is given a character to play for the evening. These characters are based on all your favourite celebs.. who, have been invited to an Oscars after-show party. Not long into the party, a dead body is discovered. It’s up to you to uncover ‘whodunit’ over the course of an evening meal.
Anything you need to say or do will be explained on the night. The event works for between 8 and 14 guests. The bride and groom-to-be are interwoven into the plot as integral characters! This is a massively fun event from start to finish and the whole thing lasts approx 3 hrs max.
Contact Suzanne via email or call 07974 436331. Suzanne can suggest chefs or caterers for you to book for your meal.
If you are looking for somewhere to stay, our Beautiful Holiday Home sleeps 12 – 14 and is just 15 mins to Bristol and Bath. We would love you to come and stay. Check our Website for availability or email me clare@buryhillfarm.com
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You may also like our guide for other things to do away from your hen party house. Check out “Our Ultimate Hen Party Guide”, everything you can think of including, nightclubs, afternoon tea, bottomless brunch, restaurants (which will take hens) pole dancing, booze cruises, the list goes on and on.
If you are staying in Bristol for a Hen Party or Girls weekend away, here is the best guide with 40+ ideas of what to do and where to go in Bristol. From nightclubs, where to eat, afternoon tea, exciting activities and more. It also includes lots of great mobile “in house” activities you can book at your Hen Party Accommodation. Things like customising your shoes, caterers, cocktail classes, life drawing, candle making and so much more.
Bristol has so much to offer. There’s never a dull moment, it’s buzzing all day and night. There is so much to enjoy, the Vibrant Harbourside, massive shopping centre, restaurants, the nightlife is fantastic. Everything in this guide will be suitable for groups of 10 or more.
Best Nightclubs for a Hen Party in Bristol
Pryzm the biggest Nightclub in Bristol
PRYZM is a modern, state of the art, stylish night club, close to the harbourside. A modern-day coliseum consisting of 3 club arenas, luxurious VIP suites and the ultimate chic and sexy bar experience, containing bespoke designer furnishings with a modern twist. With all the biggest brand premium spirits, champagne and prosecco available plus plenty of tasty cocktails and shots to choose from along with some of the best DJs and PAs around, there’s simply no better venue to spend you the evening with friends. PRYZM offers an amazing combination of excitement, atmosphere, elegance and opulence alongside world-class entertainment and service standards. Book your hen party and enjoy the VIP treatment you ladies deserve plus the ultimate clubbing experience you want, all rolled into one for a truly amazing night out.
Popworld
Dance until the early hours in this popular thriving nightclub in the heart of the City Centre. They play the best and biggest songs from the 80’s, 90’s and upwards. This colourful venue has bookable booths for your VIP experience, with table service throughout the evening. So, whether you are planning a night out with the girls, birthday party or hen party this will be a great place to celebrate. Get the party started with Popworld sharer Cocktails from £9.95, or 4 for £8 on shots or something else from the array of drinks available. Check out the Website for more information.
Lola Lo Nightclub
Another one of Bristol’s popular nightclubs is this intimate Tiki-themed nightclub, spend the evening in this colourful nightclub giving you the feeling of being on holiday with their feature bamboo styled bar, impressive lamplit interior, colourful neon lights and decor and superb cocktails. Get into the spirit and take some selfies at the dressing up box. Playing a mix of music including cheesy and eclectic pool party-worthy dance tunes, this is a great place to party. Book a Tiki Style Cocktail making Masterclass, learn how to create a selection of bespoke cocktails with the added Lola Lo twist. Classes last for 2 hours and prices start from £28.95 per person. Or just book aVIP booth and get your name on the guest list.
Opa – Restaurant and Club
A fabulous Greek Restaurant servicing delicious fresh food but turns into a night club after 10 pm with great music and Weekly Themed Nights. It has an amazing sophisticated, luxurious interior and is set over two floors. Downstairs is where you will find the Bar and dance floor area with bookable VIP booths. They often have guest DJs and sometimes have ticketed nights. They host special packages for Hen Parties, with additional options for food. You can also book a Cocktail Masterclass. Upstairs is where you eat. There are plenty of options to choose from, depending on the size of your group. You could spend the whole evening there as it is open until 3 am. If you are just visiting for the nightclub, you will need your passport for ID as this is a venue for 23 + of age and proof will be required. Get yourself on their Guestlist.
The Old Market Assembly
A great place to spend the evening, with live music every weekend. Its aim is to create an environment where culture, food, drink and music and events connect people from all walks of life. You can book a table for food and then dance the night away from 10.30 pm into the early hours. Enjoy the wide variety of live music usually on Fridays, from local and up and coming bands. Saturdays are a mixture of anything from cabaret, drag queen acts, to club music, with the occasional live band.
Thekla – Harbourside
Thekla is a massive boat. It was originally a floating art gallery and theatre brought to the Mud Dock area back in 1982. In the early 90’s it was transformed into a nightclub, providing performance for Bands such as Massive Attack and Bristol’s Drum and Bass scene. It regularly has live gigs and is a firm favourite for dancing. This is a club that may not appeal to everyone, we would suggest checking what’s on before you go. Find out More.
Cocktails, Gin Tasting and Bottomless Brunch
Bottomless Brunch with Cocktails?
Brunch is very popular in Bristol. Many places are providing great Brunch experiences. How about Brunch with an endless supply of your favour Cocktails at Aluna – 2-hour eating and drinking experience. Choose your Cocktail, and delicious food from the Brunch Menu, one main and one dessert. Dishes range from a traditional breakfast to pancakes or even cheesecake. served every Saturday and Sunday between 11 am and 4 pm. See their full menu and book HERE Aluna is a great place even if you don’t fancy a Bottomless Brunch. They are also very popular for their food and unique amazing cocktails. It’s the perfect place for people looking for something a little bit different in the bustling Broad Quay of Bristol. Why not book a Masterclass? – Cocktail Masterclasses will be a personal guided session with your own bartender, who will show you the basic Aluna techniques to making show-stopping cocktails. Packages start from £22.95 per head up to £39.95 per head, although groups must be a minimum of 4 people and a maximum of 12. Any groups larger than this must be completed in two sessions to ensure the guests receive the best experience with each session lasting roughly 1-3 hours depending on package and group size. Booking in advance is essential due to demand.
Enjoy a masterclass at the Florist, hosted by a Gin expert, for a fun event full of sipping the classy spirt. Learn how to pick out the many flavours of distilled gin, from citrus to fruity and which tonics and garnishes complement them the most. A great way to kick start your weekend. The Florist provides Gin tasting experiences which last for 90 minutes and accommodates up to 12 people. The Florist is a beautifully decorated very popular restaurant in Bristol, so if you are feeling peckish after you can also enjoy a lovely meal. Visit their WEBSITE for dining options or book you Gin Tasting Masterclass.
Revolucion de Cuba
A Fabulous Bar and Restaurant right on the harbourside, with an electric atmosphere, tasteful funky Cuban inspired decor and live music during the weekends. This is one of the biggest bars in Bristol and is spread over two floors. Book your Classic Cocktail making Masterclasses, or you can combine the Cocktail Classes with food, such as tapas or deliciously indulgent 2-course meals. There are a few different options. How fab is that, a great Hen Party Weekend starter. Book a Cocktail Masterclass
Set in a historic building, an old tram shed, right in the heart of the great city you will find this stunning restored Building. It has three spacious outdoor terraces to make the most of the summer sunshine and relaxed atmospheric interior. This much loved, marvellous microbrewery, brews its own beer and services deliciously tasty locally sourced food and fabulous cocktails. Zerodegrees serves quality tasty food and has an extensive range of all of your favourite Cocktails, at very reasonable prices. A great place to start your evening out. Find out more on the Website.
Cosy Club
A grand venue in the centre of Bristol. Cosy Club is a really stylish bar with a restaurant at the back. It was formerly a bank and has retained all of its character features, with its very elegant and grand high ceilings with an awe-inspiring domed roof and marble flooring. This smart and sophisticated bar makes for a super start to any evening. Serving Brunch, Lunch and Tasty Tapas and Dinner. They have a massive range of Cocktails. Check out there Menus.
Best places to Eat for a Hen Party in Bristol
Italian Restaurant – La Grotta
Being on Union Street right in the Centre of Bristol La Grotta is perfectly situated for either lunchtime visits whilst shopping, early dinner after wandering Broadmead & Cabot Circus, Dinner before venturing out to one of a host of Bristol’s many nightspots, pubs, clubs & Theatres etc or for a Special night out meal. They have a very extensive menu, including the obvious Pasta & Pizzas but also a good range of Fish, Chicken, Meats & Steaks and Daily Specials with an array of homemade desserts to finish your meal. They proudly boast that all meals are prepared with the freshest locally sourced ingredients and all meals are prepared & cooked freshly to order. La Grotta is able to cater for larger groups, Hen Parties, Birthday Parties or Family Gatherings, as well as couples. Highly recommended. Tel – 0117 9290466
A bar with its own Magic Theatre featuring Close up Magic, Live Music, Stand Up Comedy, Burlesque, Comedy and Magic Shows with inhouse Magicians. Expect to be entertained in the cosy bar with close-up magic from the minute you enter the door. The show starts at 8 pm, you will be welcomed into the theatre to enjoy 2 hours of hilarious comedy and magician acts. Your face will ache from all the laughing during the very entertaining show. After the show, you can relax and enjoy live music in the cosy bar which services a wide variety of drinks and serves pizzas and other delicious bar snacks. Smoke and Mirrors also run Cocktail and Magic Masterclasses. You can learn how to make up to 3 classic cocktails. Classes are run every Saturday from 3 pm to 5 pm and you can not only learn how to make your favourite cocktails, they also teach you some magic tricks so that you can talk away feeling accomplished from your new skills. Booking well in advance is essential. Something quite unique and different for you to enjoy on your girls night out.
Za Za Bazaar – multi-cuisine buffet restaurant
Located right on the Harbourside this restaurant is a world banquet and bar. An “all you can eat” restaurant where you can feast on food for all around the world. Once inside this enormous venue, you feel like you’ve been transported into another world, with big neon lights and a theatrical feeling. This is a self-service venue and has specialist chiefs for each type of cuisine, you can watch the food being created right in front while you wait to load your plate. Each cooking station is run as an individual restaurant and all the food is freshly prepared on-site. A great opportunity to try something you may not normally order in a restaurant. The food choice is huge, food from – Far East, China, Italy, India, Thailand, Mexico and Great Britain Classics. This amazing venue also has a downstairs bar, with plenty of seating and Live Bands on Fridays and Saturdays making it for a great place to get you warmed up before going to a nightclub.
Best Places to go for Afternoon Tea for a Hen Party in Bristol
How about a really special Cream Tea aboard The Matthew
Take in the atmosphere and indulge in a traditional cream tea aboard the magnificent Matthew ship. This reconstruction of the original has been modernised to comply with safety regulations and is a sight to behold. Enjoy scones, beautifully homemade cakes, jam and clotted cream with tea or coffee, while cruising for 1 ½ hours aboard this incredible ship, sedately travelling along the harbour, passing the SS Great Britain along the way.
Vintage Birdcage Cakeryis a really beautifully decorated café and is very popular for Afternoon Tea. Afternoon Tea consists of a variety of freshly made sandwiches, wraps and mini quiches, coleslaw and crisps together with a selection of homemade cakes, mini scones, clotted cream and jam. Prices start from £14.00 per person.
This very popular café is a little gem with a unique personality. They pay great attention to detail the staff are really friendly and everybody talks about their amazing food which caters for all dietary needs. Take a look at their Menu.
They also serve breakfasts, lunch – loaded jacket potatoes, salads, sandwiches, paninis, toasties, baguettes, bespoke homemade cakes, cream tea, milkshakes etc including a children’s menu, the list goes on and caters for everyone. Open every day until 4.30 pm apart from Sunday when it closes at 3 pm. This is situated right next to the lovely Kingsgate Park, if you fancy having a stroll and burning off some calories afterwards.
Old Down Country Estate
Old Down Country Park is set within 66 acres of breath-taking countryside, with beautiful views and gardens. Offering lots of outdoor space to relax in and also their very popular, generously sized afternoon teas.
Afternoon tea is served in the beautifully restored cosy barn café, with a selection of savoury sandwiches, homemade pork pies, scotch eggs, scones with cream & jam, homemade cakes, chocolate covered strawberries, crisps and pots of tea. Prices start from £22.50 per person. Visit the Website to make a booking.
The Bristol – River Grille
With beautiful views of the harbourside, this is a fabulous place for Afternoon tea. Set in a lofty conservatory-style space River Grille has an elegant light and airy, spacious dining room with a relaxed and informal ambience. Afternoon tea consists of freshly made finger sandwiches, homemade cakes, pastries and a selection of fine teas. They also have a full menu and boast about their spectacular steaks and perfectly cooked fish from their award-winning chef.
Do you need somewhere to stay, check availability HERE for affordable accommodation
Activity ideas for your Hen Party in Bristol
Pole Dancing – 360 Pole Dancing
Have a bit of sassy fun with a 2-hour pole dancing class at 360 Pole Dancing Bristol. Classes are held at a glamorous dedicated, mirrored dance studio in Bedminster Bristol. Learn some of the sexiest moves and poses including “The Wrap Around”, “The Fireman”, “The Back Slide” and “Body Wave”. Learn how to make a big entrance. Don’t worry if you don’t have any experience everyone will be able to learn something. Feather Boas props are available to use on the day. Make sure you take your camera and high heels for those sexy photo opportunities. Enjoy a bottle of pink bubbly, a special gift for the bride and sweeties to keep your energy up. Hen Parties on Saturday’s start from 11 am, 1.30 pm or 4 pm. Visit the Website for more information.
Chocolate Making Workshop – The Chocolate Tart
With an “eat as much as you like” policy, this has to be the most heavenly Hen Party activity you can imagine. The ChocolateTart offers a wide variety of workshops to cater for everyone. Classes last from 1 – 3 hours depending on your choice. You can learn how to make a chocolate box and fill it with truffles that you’ve made. Or you can work with a mould to make a coloured hollow figure, such as a Chicken or Dog and then stuff your mould with delicious chocolates and package to take away. Or enjoy a workshop learning the art of hand-rolled fresh cream truffles, moulding your own homemade flavoured cream fondant, inside the chocolate shells you’ve made. Work with transfer sheets which embellish edible coloured patterns onto the bottom of your chocolate floretines to give your chocolates the professional look before packaging your chocolates into boxes, ballotins and sachets and decorating with stickers and ribbons. Class prices start from £40 per person. Bespoke packages are available. Visit the Website for more information.
Wine Tasting Experience
Discover how wine is made at Wine Unearthed, how it affects what you see, smell and taste in your glass. Understand the differences in how white wine, red wine and rose are made. Taste and compare wines side by side to really see the differences in styles. Compare oaked and unoaked white wines – How are ‘unoaked’ wines made and what does ‘oaked’ really mean? Learn how Sparkling wine is made – what gives the wine it’s fizz and why does Champagne differ from Prosecco, Cava etc.
A full Wine-Tasting Experience day, lasting for 5 hours – tasting, learning and talking about wine including a delicious 3 course wine matching lunch. Everything is included and you’ll leave with a ‘World of Wine’ or ‘Vine to Wine’ course book, your wine-tasting notebook, and most importantly increased confidence and a smile on your face! Visit the Website for more information.
Something you probably haven’t thought of– Inland Surfing
Why not try the newest attraction in Bristol? Opening in November 2019, inland surfing at The Wave. Enjoy a 2 hour session with a lesson at the amazing 180 metres long surfing lake. Everything needed will be provided, including wetsuits, boots and board. The venue will be at a beautiful site in Easter Compton and will not only have a wave pool, but it will also have a natural swimming lake, barefoot trails, a rope and tunnels course, foraging areas and gardens of various types, a clubhouse serving delicious food and surf shop. If not all of the group fancies surfing, spectators are welcome for a small fee, to just sit relax and watch all the action. This is sure to be a very popular venue, booking well in advance will be essential. Visit the Website for more information. Open every day of the year, except Christmas day.
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How about a booze cruise with Bristol Ferry Boats?
Bristol Ferry boats offer a variety of options to see the City from a different viewpoint. Take a trip around the harbour on one of their, fully licensed, iconic Blue and Yellow Ferry Boats. Packages include – trips along the dockside pubs and bars – where you have the opportunity to hop on and off of the boat or you can organise Vintage Tea Parties, Bubbly Breakfast or you can create your own bespoke party with them. Daily Cruises are also on offer and can be booked in advance, trips last from 2 to 3 ½ hours. Trips range from Sundown Sailing, Brunel’s Tour, Avon Gorge Trip, Friday trips with to venue with live music and Sunday Riverside Roast trips.
Bristol is very popular for Dance classes for Hen Parties. The Cheerleading Company offer over 30 different dance lessons for hen parties that are held centrally within walking distance of Bristols best attractions for hen dos including Park Street, Whiteladies Rd, and the Waterfront. Just choose which dance class the bride to be would love! Check availability HERE. There are so many Hen Party classes to choose from, here are just a few to give you an idea – Salsa & Latin – Line Dancing – Girl Band – Spice Girls Hen – 50’s Swing Dance – Cheerleading – Single Ladies – Dirty Dancing – 80’s Hen – Charleston – Grease – Bollywood Hen – Burlesque If you prefer, they can provide lessons at your Hen Party Accommodation, so you can have a laugh and a few drinks without having to travel.
Clay Shooting / Archery / Rifle Shooting
Be adventurous and book a session with Bristol Clay Shooting. Where events are tailored to your requirements. They have plenty of options from all day, half-day or even just a few hours of shooting and they supply everything needed.
Your day will start with a safety talk and briefing from their professional CPSA qualified coach. You will learn how to safely handle a shotgun and everything you need to know about cartridges, shooting and target types. Then you will split into smaller groups, each with your own instructor who will show you how to shoot the clays. Bristol Clay Shooting also provides Archery and Air rifles to make your day even more interesting. Prices start from £35 per person, contact them via their Website for a tailor-made package.
Locked in a Room
A live escape room experience. Participants are locked in a room with a series of tests, puzzles and clues that combined, allow the unlocking of the room’s mystery and hopefully a successful escape, challenging you every step of the way. Once the door slams, you’ll need to quickly figure out what lies ahead of you and ensure you have the best-laid plans in order. You’ll need to collect clues, solve riddles and think outside the box in order to escape in time. Teamwork is key!
The games are designed for 3 players or more. You will find yourself submerged into a new world in the heavily themed rooms, there are three to choose from! And be taken on a journey through the world of science and time travel. Faced with non-physical, yet exhilarating, challenges, cryptic clues, tests and puzzles which are aimed at stretching the usual thought processes. Locked in a Room Bristol is the only escape venue in Europe that can enable a large group up to 52 players (up to 72 coming soon!) to race against each other simultaneously. This considerably adds to the pressure, excitement and adrenaline rush, as if it wasn’t tense enough already! Booked your great escape Now!
Fancy an afternoon of fun games in the countryside
West Country Games have it all. Voted Bristol’s no 1 Activity by Tripadvisor. Embrace what the countryside has to offer and take part in 9 totally unique “West Country” themed games. You don’t need to worry about the weather either as you can have use of their indoor activity centre between November and February. Here are just some of the activities. Cider Run – Get your cheeky pint and leg it as far as you can before getting twanged by the bungee. West country skittles with a twist. Bar Skittles with humans on cider kegs, daft and fun, be prepared. Welly Wanging – lobbing your welly boots at a series of fun targets. Pitchfork Duel – Inflatables of course. Vicky Pollard Handbags – Batter the life out of each other in Pollard inflatable suits. West Country Wipeout – Keep jumping and try not to get wiped out by the sweeper arm. This is a great ice breaker if not everyone knows each other that well at your Hen Party a fun experience from start to finish. Your faces will be hurting by the end where you have laughed so much and you will all know each other that little bit more. Check out the WEBSITE for more details.
A Water Park with so many options to choose from!
West Country Water Park, the ultimate activity for an action-packed activity for your hen party weekend near Bury Hill Farm! Just a short 10-minute drive away.
Get ready for an unforgettable adventure, choose the grand aqua course, paddleboard across the serene waters, windsurf with the wind in your hair, kayak amidst picturesque views or enjoy heart-pounding waterskiing and jet-skiing thrills.
With a dedicated party host by your side, you’ll feel supported and have a blast throughout your day and when it’s time to refuel, pop in the onsite restaurant where they serve up mouthwatering dishes amidst stunning lake views.
At West Country Water Park, they guarantee an extraordinary hen party experience filled with laughter, camaraderie, and cherished memories. So gather your ladies, escape to Bury Hill Farm, and embark on a water-filled journey that will leave you buzzing with excitement. Visit the website for more details or read our full blog post here.
How about something different? – Quad Biking, Hovercrafts
Based in Bristol near the Massive shopping centre at Cribbs Causeway Max Events has a purpose-built outdoor activity centre providing professional experiences for an actioned pack day. On offer is the widest range of sporting activities found at any venue. You can choose from 1 – 6 activities depending on your budget – Rage Buggies, Quad Biking, Hovercraft, Paint Ball, Zombie Apocalypse – this list goes on and on. They’ve been hosting hen parties in Bristol for over 14 years.
Pottery Class – 3 hour session
Pottery Shed Studio, allows you to make your own pottery in a relaxed atmosphere with professional help and guidance. Using a unique building method you can make your own hand built salad bowl. All oven, microwave and dishwasher safe. The only thing that will limit you will be your imagination. Enjoy a 3 hour taster session full of fun and laughter as you create your own special creation. Contact Brenda to discuss your ideas and requirements.
Not going out? Bring the entertainment to your Hen Party Accommodation
Looking for Hen Party Accommodation at affordable prices, Check availability HERE
Mobile Massage/Beauty Therapist
Pamper Party Angels are a team of highly-skilled, fully insured and qualified, Mobile Massage and Beauty Therapists. Specialising in providing pamper parties in the comfort of your Hen Party Accommodation. They are able to provide all your guests with 30-minute Massage or Beauty treatments including Facials, Pedicures, Manicures and Back, Neck and Shoulder Massages. See their list of treatments HERE
Bling up your shoes
Arriving with plan shoes and taking home a crystal pair, which you’ve designed yourself is a unique hen party activity idea from Rock My Shoes. Taught by an experienced shoe designer, spend 2.5 hours customising your shoes for the big day. Learn how to design with unlimited amounts of crystals and pearls. Add to any style of shoes, flats, high heels or trainers. If you’re not a shoe person, that’s not a problem you can still add some sparkle to your bag or a purse.
This is the perfect opportunity to bling up your favourite comfy shoes for the big day, its free for the bride to be and she will also receive a surprise crystal gift. Check out the Website for more information.
Buff Bubbly Butlers
A great way to get your party started! Your buff butler has all the skills to make your party feel relaxed whilst giving you a night to remember.
These buff and bubbly butlers are as you would expect, charming, gorgeous and guaranteed to entertain everyone, at your hen party accommodation.
Buff butler prices start from £150 for 2 hour to £180 for 3 hours of fun. You can also choose from, cocktail classes from £25pp, life drawing including all materials from £20pp (based on 10 people) What are you waiting for, book your buff bubbly butler today via email or visit their WEBSITE for more information
Delightful Buffet delivered to your door
Vanilla Blue Catering offers superb buffets delivered to your accommodation. Put together with Love and attention on every plate. Sit back, relax and enjoy this very delicious tasty food with the best service from a local provider. On offer is a range of options from sandwich platters, canapes, sharing platters, finger buffets, fork buffets and more as well as some delicious desserts. Finger buffet prices range from £6.25 to £10.75 per person. For more information visit the Website
Candle Making Workshops
Enjoy a fun and relaxing 3-hour candle making workshop in the comfort of your Hen Party Accommodation with Mount Cottage Crafts. Learn all the basic skills of Soy Wax candle making, the difference fragrance options, wick types, how to measure wax and put fragrance and dye into candles and the best combination for the perfect creation.
Takeaway your candles for your special day or give as a perfect gift. You can choose from making one large candle with one fragrance or 3 medium candles with 2 fragrance. All tools and equipment are provided. Prices start from £29 per person. Booking well in advance is essential. Visit the Website for more information.
Drag and Disorderly
If you fancy a sassy performer, bringing plenty of blue humour, dancing, singing and lots of fun and frolics. Why not book yourself a Drag Queen. The larger-than-life Felicity Suxwell is hilariously funny, entertaining and is sure to get your party started with a bang.
Bringing her own DJ, the music is sorted for those classic party sing-a-long songs. This very interactive show will have everyone laughing from start to finish. Check out her WEBSITE for more information.
Mobile Cocktail Workshop
The Bartender Hire Company provides premium cocktails for premium hen parties and can offer the very best tailor-made drinks packages, in the comfort of your Hen Party Accommodation. There are a number of options for these afternoon activities. Cocktail Clinic is a fun training session where you learn all about cocktails and how to make them, this is the original and best cocktail workshop. All-inclusive packages – a hassle-free option where your cocktail bartender provides and serves you with a choice of four superb cocktails from their menu. You can also upgrade to butlers in the buff or a flair bartender. Gin and Teatime – learn the intricacies of gin and taste some great gin cocktails all served by your bartender. If you like gin this is the best way to get ready for your evening out. Everything is provided, glasses, drinks all the ingredients including ice, just choose the best package for you. Sessions last for between 2 and 2 ½ hours depending on the package.
Cake Decorating Party
Have a fun, unique afternoon cake decorating with Custom Cake Classes in the comfort of your Hen Party accommodation. All the ingredients together with 6 freshly baked vanilla cupcakes per person and equipment, including tablecloths, aprons and cake cutters are provided. No experience is needed as you will be guided throughout the class and learn how to make pretty decorations, including making handmade roses, learn how to colour sugar paste and how to pipe soft butter cream swirls.
Classes last for approximately 2 hours and you will be given a pretty presentation box to put your decorated cupcakes in. To discuss your requirements and find out more visit the Website.
The Crafty Hen
Have some fun with a Hen Party Workshop in the comfort of your Hen Party Accommodation. The Crafty Hen is a Bristol based company with plenty of packages to choose from. Parties for creative Brides and friends working together to create bespoke wedding day keepsakes for the big day or for a unique hen party experience, they have it all. Choose from the many workshop options available or contact them with your own ideas. Tried and tested workshops include – Flower Crown making, Ceramic Painting, Patchwork Party, Jewellery making, Fascinator making and Nipple Tassels, Bunting making, Knicker Customisation, Garter making, and many more. These are super workshops, lasting for up to 3 hours, crack open the bubbly, be inspired and get ready for lots of laughs along the way. Check out the Website for more information.
Life Drawings
Enjoy a bit a Cheeky Fun with a Nude Life Drawing class at your accommodation with Hen Party Life Drawing.
A fun and tasteful form of entertainment that’s classier than a stripper. Your professional model, will make you feel at ease, give you instructions and guidance throughout and all the supplies needed for you to create your masterpiece. Classic Cheeky Packages last for approx. 60 minutes and includes all art supplies, full guided instructions, group photo with the model and a keepsake branded folder to keep all of those cheeky drawings in. Or there’s an Ultimate Cheeky Package for 90 a minute session, which includes all of the above plus extra party games and bride and with model poses for sketches. Giggles are guaranteed at these sessions prices start from £20 per person. See the Website for more information.
Tailored made therapies from a Holistic Therapist
Treat yourself to relaxing spa treatments in the comfort of your accommodation, with Royall Holistics. Nicky specialises in Reflexology, Reiki, Swedish, Hot Stone and Deep Tissue Massage. Enjoy an afternoon of treatments and relax and unwind before hitting the town for the evening.
Nicky is a very experienced and professional therapist who will tailor treatments to your needs. She comes highly recommended and has Hen Party packages, prices range from £17 – £25 per person. Visit the Website for more information. Or call Nicky for a friendly chat 07786 407297.
Afternoon Tea – Heartfelt Vintage
Afternoon Tea makes for a fun activity for your Hen Party. Heartfelt Vintage does it in style, their passion is all things vintage with a good old-fashioned Afternoon Tea. They have 3 different packages. The most popular option is to simply take delivery at your accommodation and enjoy the freshly homemade baked scones with a choice of homemade clotted cream and jam, 4 different types of fingers sandwiches, a centrepiece cake decorated with flowers, 2 scrumptious traybakes and a selection of 3 different teas. You also have the option to have all the lovely things as described above as well as hiring their vintage china, which is delivered and collected. Or just go the whole shebang, let them do all the work, sit back and relax whilst they serve you and then clear up. Prices start from £17.95 per person. Visit the Website for more information.
Thanks for reading, we hope you enjoy the content and find the information useful. If you are looking for somewhere to stay, our Holiday Let sleeps 12 – 14 and is just 15 mins to Bristol and Bath. We would love you to come and stay. Check our Website for availability or email me clare@buryhillfarm.com
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