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Hen Do Activities in Essex
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Essex's glamorous spirit and easy London access make it brilliant for hen parties. From cocktail making and themed dance classes to buff butlers, bubble mayhem and proper Essex celebrations, you'll find everything sorted.
We've organised 1000's of Essex hen dos since 2007 and know exactly what works. Browse the activities below and create something brilliant.
Activities
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Dance Party Ideas
- 40+ Dance party themes
- Props used in some classes
- City centre private venues
- Experienced dance instructor
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Lip Sync Battle
- Choose your song
- Two teams battle
- Choreographed routine
- Props included
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Line Dancing
- Line dance routine
- Country music
- Experienced instructor
- Bubbly for the hen
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ABBA Dance
- Classic ABBA songs
- Learn a dance routine to ABBA
- Experienced dance instructor
- Spectators are free
- If you want this class to be based around the Mamma Mia film – please let us know on enquiry
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Beyoncé Texas Hold 'Em
- This Ain’t Texas…
- Learn Beyoncé’s routine
- Experienced dance instructor
- Complimentary bubbly
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Spice Girls Dance
- Learn a Spice Girls routine
- Held in city centre venues
- Experience dance instructor
- Spectators come free
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Burlesque Dance
- Fun burlesque themed routine
- City centre private venues
- Dance instructor
- Fun props like fans or boas
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Wicked Dance
- Wicked themed routine
- Central venues
- Megamix of songs
- Bubbly provided
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Beyoncé Single Ladies Dance
- She put a ring on it!
- Fun dance class to single ladies
- Central private venue
- Spectators are free
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Belly Dance
- Get your hips ready!
- Dress to impress
- Available in central venues
- Guided by dance instructor
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Boy Band Dance
- Nostalgic dance class
- Dance instructor
- Private venue
- Iconic songs & moves
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90’s Dance
- Learn a fun 90’s dance theme
- City centre private venues
- Dance instructor
- Spectators are free
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Taylor Swift Dance Class
- Look what you made me do!
- Choreographed class
- Experienced instructor
- Private venue
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Can Can Dance
- Energetic, high kicking dance routine
- Can Can skirts included
- City centre private venues
- Experienced dance instructor
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Bollywood Dance
- Learn a story through dance
- City centre private venues
- Guided by an instructor
- Spectators free of charge
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Dirty Dancing Dance
- Fun dirty dancing routine
- City centre private venues
- Experienced dance instructor
- Spectators are free
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Charleston Dance
- 1920’s dance theme
- City centre private venues
- Experienced dance instructor
- Spectators are free
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Cheerleading Dance
- High energy cheerleading routine
- Pom-poms included
- City centre private venues
- Experienced dance instructor
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Chicago Dance
- Jazz hands at the ready ladies!
- Dress to impress
- City centre private venues
- Experienced dance instructor
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GLEE Dance
- Inspired by hit TV show GLEE
- Songs include Don’t Stop Believing
- City centre private venues
- Experienced dance instructor
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Jive Dance
- Learn a Jive dance theme
- Taught by a dance instructor
- City centre private venues
- Spectators come free
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80's Dance
- Learn a fun 80’s dance routine
- City centre private venues
- Experienced dance instructor
- Spectators are free
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Kisstory Dance
- Energetic dance class
- Professional instructor
- Private function room
- Fully choreographed routine
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Kylie Dance
- Learn a Kylie dance routine
- City centre venues
- Includes a dance instructor
- Spectators come free
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Mobile Dance Party
- We come to you!
- 40+ Dance class themes
- Dance instructor
- Cottages, Apartments
- £26.00
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Grease Dance
- Taking you back to Rydell High
- Grease themed dance routine
- City centre private venues
- Pink Lady Jackets included
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Musical Theatre Dance
- West End dance class
- Dance instructor
- Private venue
- Iconic songs & moves
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Thriller Dance
- Michael Jackson Thriller routine
- Fancy dress welcome
- City centre private venues
- Dance instructor
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Disney Dance
- Nostalgic dance class
- Dance instructor
- Private venue
- Iconic songs & moves
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Hip Hop Dance
- Learn a Hip Hop theme
- City centre private venues
- Expert instructor
- Spectators are free
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Strictly Dance
- Learn to become a Strictly Champion
- City centre private venues
- Experienced dance instructor
- Spectators are free
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Madonna Vogue Dance
- Experienced dance instructor
- Learn the famous routine
- City centre private venues
- Spectators are free
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Little Mix Dance
- Chart hits dance class
- Dance instructor
- Private venue
- Iconic songs & moves
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Essex Hen Do Ideas
Essex is a tourist heaven nestled in the heart of the UK, spread out between different towns, coastal resorts and countryside stays. If you’ve ever watched TOWIE, you know that a hen party in Essex will also be packed with nightlife to remember.
A hen do in Essex offers many activities you and the girls will love. The famous faces that visit this county have created a bustling atmosphere and unmatched restaurants perfect for a special meal. If you're in the mood for beach relaxation, Southend-on-Sea is calling your name, or party all night in Brentwood for the last night of freedom!
Essex's nightlife is fantastic, and we've got buzzing party cities across the whole country. Browse our full list of hen do activities to compare what's on offer, or get in touch with our hen party experts for suggestions.
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Top 10 Hen Do Activities in Essex for 2026
1. It’s a Knockout
Experience the nostalgia of the classic 1970s show as you immerse yourself in an array of exciting games while running and crawling through inflatable obstacle courses!
2. Smartphone City Treasure Hunt
Work together in groups to unlock clues and puzzles in a competitive treasure hunt that can take place in Chelmsford, Colchester or Brentwood!
3. Naked Butlers
Feel like a TOWIE star and be treated by a butler in the buff, serving drinks and food while playing cheeky games!
4. Tipsy Tea Party
Experience a modern twist on afternoon tea where you’ll enjoy sandwiches, scones, desserts and most importantly, tantalising prosecco!
5. Escape Room
You’ll be locked in a room with the girls and have just an hour to escape. Solve the puzzles and clues to make it out in time!
6. Dodgeball
Unleash your competitive streak as you battle it out by playing fun-filled dodgeball games with the girls. It's an absolute blast!
7. Ceramic Painting
A creative daytime activity that includes an experienced workshop leader who will teach you the basics of painting your own pots and plates!
8. Lip Sync Battle
For any bride-to-be who loves the performing arts, split into groups and face off in a fun lip sync battle – Pitch Perfect style!
9. Bubble Mayhen
Bounce and bash your way through this wild outdoor activity! Picture yourself encased inside a massive inflatable Zorb suit, enjoying action-packed games.
10. Dance Party
Choose from over 30 dance party themes, including ABBA and Beyonce, for a short and sweet dance class led by an experienced instructor in a central venue.
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Essex Hen Party Packages
Our Essex hen party packages are a brilliant way to ensure you and the girls have an amazing weekend. Just a few of the benefits of booking hen party packages in Essex with Funktion Events include:
Save Time: Less time spent on planning and more spent on getting excited!
Save Money: Cheaper than booking separate activities
Tried & Tested Activities: Loved by thousands of happy customers
One Deposit: Everyone's covered by one payment
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Hen Party Nights in Essex
Essex is home to plenty of fantastic nightlife hotspots split across the different towns around the county. From sophisticated cocktail bars in Brentwood to lively pubs lining Southend-on-Sea, it has something for everyone. You're guaranteed a blast in Essex, as it caters to all preferences! Check out a handful of the top places to party in Essex:
Brentwood
Home to the ever-popular Sugar Hut, all you need to do is watch an episode of TOWIE to see what the interior of the swish nightclub is like.
Aside from Sugar Hut, you’ll find some quirky bars around the Brentwood area. For more bang for your buck, a classic option is Slug and Lettuce, and there’s one just across the way from Sugar Hut. If you're heading there, we suggest getting a cocktail/gin tree between the hen group.
Chelmsford
It's probably not as big as Brentwood, but more relaxed in the Chelmsford area of Essex. You can still find expensive suits and eye-catching styles here, so if you’re a bride who wants to splash the cash somewhere special, this is the place to go,
To give you memories that will last forever, take advantage of the colour-changing photo booth in Maisons Bar – a highly Instagramable venue for the girls!
Colchester
If you’re planning on wearing dangerously high heels, it might be worth booking a taxi to get you around Colchester. Although the nightlife is more spread out, it’s worth the extra time for the fun you’ll have in each venue.
Southend-on-Sea
If you love the coast, then head to Southend-on-Sea! There are plenty of fantastic bars and pubs with stunning beach views.
It is a great choice for a hen party, offering both chilled outdoor venues by the sea and sophisticated bars with impressive cocktail menus.
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