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Five Summer Hen Activities

Recently, we suggested five destinations for your summer hen do and we’re not about to stop there with the timely advice. For your girls getaway, not only do you need a perfect location, you need things to do while you’re there!

Whether your bride tribe are all-action, or prefer to do something more relaxing, there are summer activities to suit all. And if you have a divide within your hens, why not do a bit of everything?

We have picked out the top five activities to do on your hen weekends over the summer period, whether that’s this year or next. Read below to see what we have picked out for you ladies…

IT’S A KNOCKOUT  

If you and the girls are after a truly unforgettable day of inflatable madness, then It’s a Knockout is the activity for you. With all the props from the original BBC gameshow, this is how to have a competitive laugh on your hen weekend.


The concept couldn’t be simpler, as you and the girls compete against other hen and stag parties for an afternoon of wet, wild and hilarious games. To make it even funnier, you can all go in fancy dress and remember your team name can be anything you like!

Take on the ‘slippery summit’ and get the opportunity to dress in huge penguin and giants costumes – there’s so many great photo opportunities here! This is the perfect daytime activity to enjoy in the summer, you won’t be disappointed.

HIGH ROPES COURSE  

Sticking on the great outdoors theme, if your bride tribe are adrenaline junkies, they will love a session at a High Ropes Course. With courses scattered across Europe, this is an activity that can accommodate many a summer hen weekend.


Always wanted to channel your inner Lara Croft? Well, this is your chance as you and the girls take on a treetop assault course – it’s not one for the faint hearted!

Take on walkway bridges that are suspended over woodland area and make your descents down on zip wires. If your bride to be has a sense of thrill, she won’t be disappointed by this unique hen do activity!

TREASURE HUNT  

If you’re organising a summer hen weekend, it makes perfect sense to be embrace the sunshine as much as you can. By taking on this modern adaptation of a traditional treasure hunt, you are able to do exactly that!


Don't worry, you won't be wandering round with paper maps hunting for boxes of treasure, this is the 21st century. Using either iPads or smartphones, you will be set a series of clues and challenges to overcome in your teams.

This is a fantastic way to explore your city of choice, whilst having a bit of competitive fun. Have you got the brains to solve puzzles and the skills to take the best selfies? Find out with this treasure hunt!

YACHT CHARTER 

We know that the more energetic activities we have discussed so far aren't for everyone. Some of you going on your hen weekends over the summer want to sit back, soak up the sun and relax. If that sounds like a bit of you and your girl gang, then a yacht charter trip will be just what you need.


Set sail around stunning coastlines, take in the glorious views on the horizon. This is your opportunity for an exclusive trip with the girls on your privately skippered yacht, so make the most of it!

Enjoy drinking some bubbles on your voyage, it's the perfect way to toast your bride to be. And don't forget the cameras, as this is the ideal photo opportunity that you will all look back on in years to come.

BEACH CLUB  

Inevitably, with a summer hen party, you and your ladies are going to head to the beach. But, don't just settle for laying on a towel with your toes in the sand, you need to visit an exclusive beach club!

Dress in your best bikinis and designer shades and be prepared to party in surroundings like never before. This isn't your bog standard city centre club, the well-stocked bar is situated with deluxe loungers and sea front views.


After a day and night of partying in such style, you'll be wanting more! Just remember to book on with us, if you simply turn up on the day, you will struggle to get in. So, let us do the hard work for you and you can concentrate on partying!

If these activities sound like a bit of you and your hen party, get in touch with us to discuss planning your very own.

Email: sales@henweekends.co.uk

Phone: 01773 766 000

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Date Posted: Friday 12th May 2017

Author: Jenna Halford

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