Hen Party Ideas for Small Groups

Best Small Hen Party Activities (Perfect for 6-10 Guests)

Small groups deserve activities that don't come with minimum numbers, supplements or "will it still be fun with six of us?" worries. After organising 55,000+ hen parties across the UK, we know these options work perfectly for 6–10 guests — no extra costs, no awkward gaps, just brilliant experiences that feel personal and relaxed.

Dance Classes

Small groups absolutely shine in dance classes because everyone gets proper attention from the instructor and you're not standing at the back unable to see the moves. Whether it's Line Dancing, ABBA Dance Class, or Single Ladies routines, 6-10 people creates the perfect energy without feeling lost in a crowd.

Most classes run from £26-30pp with no supplements for smaller groups, and instructors love teaching intimate sessions where they can actually help everyone nail the choreography.

Hire a Cocktail Bartender

Here's a clever one for smaller groups staying in accommodation: hire a professional bartender who brings the skills and equipment while you supply your own spirits and mixers. You're only paying for his time and expertise, not marked-up venue prices, which means better value for 6-10 people.

He'll teach you cocktail techniques, make drinks for the group, and you're in control of what you're spending on alcohol. Perfect for groups who want the cocktail making experience without paying £40-50pp at a bar.

Smartphone Treasure Hunts

Brilliant for small groups who want to explore a city without paying per-head venue costs. You download an app, split into teams (or stay as one group), and race around solving clues and completing challenges. Works fantastically with 6-10 people because you've got enough for competitive banter but you're not herding 20 people through busy streets.

Check out: Smartphone Hen Party Treasure Hunt

Available in loads of UK cities, costs around £16-18pp, and runs for 2-3 hours. No minimum numbers, no supplements, and you control when you start.

Dreamboys Show

This one's perfect for smaller groups because you're simply buying tickets – the cost doesn't change whether you're 6 or 16. You turn up, get seated together, watch the show, and enjoy the night without worrying about venue minimums or group discounts that only apply to big parties.

Available in major cities nationwide. Book early for better seats, and you'll have a proper laugh without the stress of coordinating a massive group through a busy venue.

DIY Hen Party Kits

These are absolute lifesavers for smaller groups. Everything gets delivered to your door or accommodation – all the materials, instructions, and equipment you need to run your own session. No venue hire, no instructor costs, no minimum numbers to worry about. You've got complete control over timings and can run it at your own pace with your own music and drinks.

Popular DIY kits include:

• DIY Pimp That Penis – hilarious craft session decorating willies
• DIY Ceramic Painting – paint mugs, plates or pottery pieces
• DIY Flower Crown Kits – gorgeous flower crowns to wear on your night out

Best bit? The cost stays the same whether you're 6 people or 10, and you're not rushing to finish because an instructor needs to leave.

Small hen groups are honestly some of my favourite bookings. Everyone gets properly involved, there's no stress coordinating massive numbers, and with the right activities you're not paying supplements or worrying about minimums.

Eleanor
Group Booking Specialist

Why These Activities Work Brilliantly for 6-10 People

As hen do organisers, we've run thousands of celebrations for smaller groups and we know the frustrations: paying supplements because you don't have 12+ people, activities that require minimum numbers you can't meet, or worrying whether it'll be fun with "just" six of you.

These activities solve all three problems:

No minimum number stress. DIY kits, treasure hunts, Dreamboys tickets and dance classes don't require 10+ people to run. You book for however many you've got, and the activity works just as well.

No supplements or hidden costs. You're not subsidising empty spaces or paying extra because your group is "too small." The price is the price, whether you're 6 or 10.

Actually more fun with smaller numbers. Dance classes feel less intimidating, treasure hunts are easier to coordinate, DIY kits mean everyone gets properly involved, and you're not dealing with the chaos of managing 20+ people across a city.

Smaller groups also get loads of benefits that big groups don't:

• Easier to book restaurants and bars without stressing about group deposits
• More flexibility with timings – you're not waiting for stragglers
• Everyone actually gets to chat and spend time together
• Lower overall costs so nobody feels priced out

Want more options? Browse our full list of hen party activities to see everything available for your group size.

Activities You Can Run at Your Accommodation

If you're staying in a cottage, Airbnb or hotel, bringing the activities to you makes brilliant sense for 6-10 people. No taxi costs, no venue minimums, and you're in complete control of the day.

Hire a Cocktail Bartender

Book a professional bartender to come to your accommodation. You supply the spirits and mixers (buy whatever suits your budget from a supermarket), and he brings the skills, equipment and recipes to teach you proper cocktail making.

This works beautifully for smaller groups because you're not paying venue hire or inflated bar prices, and you can run it exactly when you want – afternoon, pre-drinks, or as an evening activity.

DIY Kits Delivered

Order your DIY Pimp That Penis, Ceramic Painting or Flower Crown Kits before your weekend and they'll arrive ready to go. Everything's included – you just need drinks, music and good company.

How to Plan a Hen Do for 6-10 People

After organising 55,000+ hen weekends, here's what actually works for smaller groups without the stress or extra costs.

Choose activities designed for smaller numbers. Stick to options like DIY kits, treasure hunts, dance classes and Dreamboys where you're not paying supplements or struggling to meet minimums. These are built for 6-10 people.

Consider DIY or mobile options. If you're staying in accommodation, bringing activities to you saves money on taxis, removes venue minimums, and gives you complete control over timing.

Pick your city carefully. Cities like Bath, Chester, Brighton and York work brilliantly for smaller groups – compact centres, easy to navigate, and venues that welcome groups of 6-10 without requiring big party bookings. Check out our hen party destinations to see which cities suit smaller groups best.

Use individual payments. Our individual payment system removes the awkward money collecting that's even more painful in smaller groups where everyone knows exactly who's paid and who hasn't.

Plan one standout activity. You don't need to pack the schedule. One brilliant activity plus a nice meal and drinks creates the perfect flow without exhausting everyone or overspending.

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