Hen Do Activities in Lake District
The Lake District has everything for active hen weekends. With stunning lakeside scenery and outdoor adventure setting, from treasure hunts and sports days to relaxing activities and gorgeous surroundings, this destination delivers something special.
With 1000's of Lake District hen parties under our belt since 2007, we know what makes them memorable. Discover our recommended activities below and put together your dream celebration.
Activities
Mobile Cocktail Making
- Make cocktails at your own venue
- Learn to mix & shake cocktails
- Includes all drinks & equipment
- Cottages, Apartments, Hotels
- £39.95
Mobile Bunting Making
- We come to you!
- Bespoke bunting to suit your theme
- All materials and equipment included
- Cottages, Apartments, Homes
- £44.00
Smartphone Hen Party Treasure Hunt
- Self-run – start any time
- Includes 3 pub challenges
- Specifically designed for hens!
- Challenges, clues and puzzles
- £16.00
Ghyll Scrambling & Canoeing
- Two water activities
- Ghyll scrambling
- Canoeing
- All safety equipment included
- £130.00
Hire a Cocktail Bartender
- Professional bartender hire
- All equipment is included
- Cocktail shopping list
- Cottages, Apartments, Hotels
- £230.00
Smartphone City Treasure Hunt
- Fully organised city treasure hunt
- Self-run – start any time
- Great value, latest app technology
- Team challenges, clues, puzzles, scavenger hunts
- £16.00
DIY Pimp That Penis
- Delivered to you
- Self-run hilarity
- Paints and decorations
- Ceramic penis each
- £21.00
DIY Nipple Tassel Kits
- Group crafting
- Bespoke tassels
- Delivery included
- Sequins, trims & templates
- £22.00
DIY Flower Crown Kits
- Faux flower crowns
- Advanced delivery
- Materials provided
- Unique & self-run
- £24.50
Smartphone Pub Treasure Hunt
- Fully organised pub quiz treasure hunt
- Self run – start any time
- Great value, latest technology
- Team challenges, great questions
- £16.00
Mobile Nipple Tassels Making
- Cheeky crafty activity
- Make nipple tassels
- Sequins, crystals, leatherette
- Learn construction techniques
- £44.00
Mobile Garter Making
- Bespoke garter making
- Ribbons, trims & charms
- Expert tuition
- Beautiful presentation box
- £44.00
Mobile Fascinator Making
- Create your own fascinator
- All materials included
- Take home your creation
- Vintage handmade headwear
- £47.00
Ghyll Scrambling
- Adrenaline packed
- Scrambling, climbing
- Jumping into pools
- All safety equipment included
- £65.00
Mobile Cocktail Ring Making
- Homemade cocktail ring
- Preciosa crystals, pearls, glass beads
- Presentation box
- Expert craft tutor
- £44.00
Mobile Knicker Making
- Customise knickers
- Great fun, cheeky activity
- Colourful fabrics
- Motifs, sequins, lace
- £44.00
Personal Chef Service
- Gourmet dining experience
- Professional Chef
- Fresh ingredients used
- Cottages, Apartments, Homes
Mobile Jewellery Making
- Homemade jewellery
- Bracelets, necklaces, earrings
- Precosia beads & vegan pearls
- Lovely presentation box
- £44.00
Perfume Making
- Create your own fragrance
- Choose from 21 blends
- Free gift for the Bride to Be
- Classy hen activity
- £45.00
Mobile Pimp That Penis
- Penises to decorate
- All materials and paint
- Art tutor
- Cottages, Apartments, Hotels
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Mobile Ceramic Painting
- Three items to paint
- Plate for the bride
- High quality paints
- Take home creations!
- £44.00
Mobile Chocolate Making
- Luxury chocolate
- Make chocolate bars
- Melt, dip and decorate
- Comes to your venue
- £55.00
Mobile Masterpiece Challenge
- Creative painting workshop
- Canvas, paints, brushes
- Creative host
- We come to you
- £40.00
Lake District Hen Do Ideas
Before you head for the hills, we have some cracking hen party ideas amidst the breathtaking beauty of the Lake District! Famous for its stunning landscapes, picturesque lakes and charming villages, the Lake District sets the perfect stage for an unforgettable celebration. Dive into outdoor adventures, discover hidden gems for drinking, and revel in the region's rich heritage on a genuinely memorable last weekend of freedom with the girls!
Check out Lake District's many towns for unbeatable nightlife with excellent views focused around Windermere and Ambleside. It's got some interesting old buildings turned into sleek bars and restaurants for your weekend away. Between exciting activities and endless bubbly, visit some cute shops, and comfy spots to hang out, not to mention some top-notch places to grab a bite. For more hand-picked recommendations for your Lake District hen party, read on!
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Top 10 Hen Do Activities in the Lake District in 2026
1. Mobile Cocktail Making
Bring the fun straight to your accommodation and learn how to craft your favourite tipple with help from an experienced bartender.
2. Canoeing
Take to the crystal-clear lakes and explore the natural beauty around you as you traverse the water on your canoe!
3. Smartphone Pub Treasure Hunt
Discover all the best boozers around Keswick, Ambleside and Windermere whilst taking on pub trivia questions and boozy challenges.
4. Flower Crown Making
Unleash your creative side and learn how to design and build your flower crown with a crafty expert's help and guidance!
5. Kayaking
See the Lake District’s stunning natural beauty from a unique angle as you take to the water in your kayak!
6. Bunting Making
Bring out your creative side as you sit down to design and make your bunting with plenty of help and guidance from a crafty instructor.
7. Ghyll Scrambling
Test your nerves and explore the region’s unique landscape as you climb and scale one of the Lake District’s challenging ghylls!
8. Personal Chef Service
Bring the celebrations straight to your doorstep as an experienced chef prepares and serves up a fantastic meal of your choice.
9. Perfume Making
Engage the creative side of your brain as you sample and pair some fantastic scents to create your perfumes!
10. Fascinator Making
Create your very own fascinator with the girls, which you can wear on any special occasion! Decorate with feathers, fabrics, ribbons and buttons!
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Lake District Hen Party Packages
Our Lake District hen party packages are a fantastic way to ensure you and the girls have an unforgettable weekend. Just a few of the benefits of booking hen party packages in the Lake District with Funktion Events include:
Save Time: Less time spent on planning and more spent on getting excited!
Save Money: Cheaper than booking separate activities
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One Deposit: Everyone's covered by one payment
ABTA Bonded/Protected: Financial cover for the whole group
Hen Party Nights in the Lake District
With stunning market towns around the region, the Lake District boasts a unique way to celebrate your weekend, making it the perfect destination for an unforgettable hen night out. Get ready to be surprised by the Lake District's lively nightlife, offering the ideal party atmosphere for your celebratory evening.
The area presents a diverse array of country pubs and late-night bars to explore, ensuring an abundance of fantastic venues where you and your friends can indulge in a night of revelry and create cherished memories that will last a lifetime!
Ambleside
Situated on the northern edge of Lake Windermere, Ambleside offers a charming backdrop for a night out between history—quaint venues, stunning views, and a barrel of laughs await!
- The Unicorn
- The Flying Fleece
- Golden Rule
Bowness
Situated on the eastern edge of Windermere, Bowness is a large and lively market town with a fantastic nightlife scene that is perfect for your Lake District hen party night!
- Village Inn
- BAHA Bowness
- Quayside
Keswick
Keswick, nestled in the heart of the Lake District, offers an ideal setting for a lively hen party night - This town’s pubs and scenic streets will surely provide the perfect backdrop!
- Bar eS
- The Crafty Baa
- The Wainwright
Best Bars for a Hen Do in the Lake District
Luckily, you and the girls will be spoilt for choice when finding party bars in the Lake District, where you can celebrate your last weekend of freedom in style. Whether looking for chic and classy cocktail bars like the Crafty Baa, classic country pubs like the Golden Rule, or anything in between, the Lake District’s market towns certainly won’t disappoint you with their choices.
Here are just a few of the best hen party bars in the Lake District that we haven't mentioned yet:
- Hole in t' Wall - A hugely popular pub in Bowness, best known for its quirky décor, such as floating teacups!
- The Flying Fleece - A bright and modern pub in the heart of Ambleside.
- The Lake View - Stunning pub with unforgettable views of Lake Windermere.
Hen Friendly Bar Crawls in the Lake District
The Lake District offers an impressive variety of traditional pubs and more modern bars that make the region a hidden gem when it comes to a Lake District hen party bar crawl. Here are some of the best crawls to embark on with your fabulous bride tribe:
Ambleside Bar Crawl
Bowness Bar Crawl
Keswick Bar Crawl

Found on the northern edge of Lake Windermere, Ambleside makes for a fantastic place to go for a bar crawl on your Lake District hen do!
- The Lily Bar
- Bar eS
- The White Lion Hotel
- Ambleside Tavern
- Golden Rule

Straddling the eastern edge of Lake Windermere, Bowness has plenty of lively and impressive pubs and bars that can provide the perfect backdrop to your big night out!
- Boaters Bar
- Quayside Bowness
- The Lake View
- Village Inn
- The Albert

Sitting on the edge of Derwentwater, Keswick has plenty of fantastic boozers and late bars where you can celebrate your last night of freedom in style!
- The Wainwright
- Lake Road Inn
- Bar eS
- The Crafty Baa
- The Bank Tavern
Hen Party Restaurants in the Lake District
When it’s time to relax and enjoy each other’s company and some great food, the Lake District has plenty of great places to eat that you'll love! Whether you're in the mood for quick and tasty pub grub, a relaxed dining experience or a fancy gourmet meal, this lively area has many fantastic choices!

Pub Grub
When you and the girls need a delicious meal that will energise you for the rest of the day, make your way to one of the region’s many fantastic country public houses for some pub grub.
- The Queens (Windermere)
- Royal Oak (Ambleside)
- Pack Horse Inn (Keswick)
Casual Dining
Alternatively, if you and the girls are after a no-nonsense meal at a casual restaurant, then places like Ishaas Indian Eatery, Urban Food House or Woodstone Pizza would be fantastic options to think about.
- Ishaas Indian Eatery (Ambleside)
- Urban Food House (Bowness)
- Woodstone Pizza & Flamegrill (Keswick)
Fine Dining
On the other hand, if you're looking for an exceptional place for a sit-down meal, one of the Lake District's fine dining restaurants can provide the perfect backdrop to your big evening of celebrations!
- Porto (Bowness)
- Merienda (Keswick)
- The Old Stamp House (Ambleside)
Things to Do in the Lake District for a Hen Party
Lake Windermere - Explore the largest natural lake in England with boat cruises, water sports, and breathtaking views.
Canoeing - Take to the crystal clear lakes and explore the natural beauty of the region from a unique angle! - See more »
Mobile Cocktail Making - Learn how to mix, shake, muddle and stir up your favourite drinks in the comfort of your venue in this instructor-led experience - See more »
Scafell Pike - Hike to the highest peak in England for stunning vistas and a rewarding outdoor adventure.
Beatrix Potter's House - Visit the charming home of the famous author and illustrator, surrounded by beautiful gardens.
Smartphone Pub Treasure Hunt - Get competitive and have tonnes of fun as you explore the region’s best boozers whilst tackling a host of trivia questions and challenges - See more »
Personal Chef Service - Have an experienced chef bring his expertise to your accommodation and prepare a delicious meal to enjoy - See more »
Derwentwater - Cruise along Ullswater Lake on a traditional steamboat and take in the tranquil beauty.
Ullswater Steamers - Cruise along Ullswater Lake on a traditional steamboat and take in the tranquil beauty.
Flower Crown Making - Learn how to design and build your very own flower crowns with plenty of expert tips, tricks and advice from your crafty host.
Mobile Hen Activities - Can't make it to the Lake District? We bring buff butlers and cocktail making to your home, cottage or Airbnb across Cumbria and the North West. Choose from 30+ mobile activities from £21pp - mobile hen party activities.
The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction - Step into the magical world of Beatrix Potter's stories through interactive exhibits.
Keswick Market - Browse local crafts, fresh produce, and more at this bustling market in the heart of the Lake District.
Ghyll Scrambling - Traverse your way through one of the region’s most challenging ghylls with this thrilling adventure experience - See more »
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