Hen Do Destinations - UK & Abroad

1. Liverpool

Known as the party capital, it has a lot to offer both in the day and after dark. Compact and easy to navigate, it’s a laid-back place to enjoy a party.

2. Newcastle

Famous for being a city to party, if you’re heading north, its a no brainer. Pretty landscapes and endless bars, anyone?

3. Brighton

The city by the sea has recently see a lot of development in the way of bars & clubs. Combine that with shopping in The Lanes & ice cream on the pier and you’ve got a winner.

4. Chester

This is our (Funktion Events) hometown. This quaint little city definitely packs a punch in the way of sophis­ticated day activities & nightlife.

5. Manchester

This classic hen do UK location has an impressive amount of activities & experiences. If you’re after a jam-packed weekend, Manchester is your best bet.

6. Birmingham

Being the second largest city in the UK means tons of things to do, not to mention booming nightlife whatever the time of year.

7. Leeds

Shopping, restaurants & nightlife are the theme of this city and coin­ci­dently, a lot of hen groups!

8. Belfast

Gaining popularity quickly, a Northern Ireland hen party is done the best in Belfast. Plus, the nightlife is sure to take you by surprise!

9. Bristol

Who needs to go abroad when you’ve got this city by the sea! Sipping cocktails at the harbourside & trying something new is just a short train journey away.

10. Edinburgh

The Scottish capital is mighty impressive both day and night, serving up some unique experiences to suit all types of budding brides.

Should I Book a Hen Party Abroad?

Hen celebrations have transformed over the years since the introduction of budget airlines and easy travel between Europe’s many countries and cities.­  Hen weekends abroad now account for almost 40% of all travelled to hen party desti­nations.­

Since 2007, Funktion Events has built up some great travel partners both in the UK and across Europe to offer you 25+ hen do abroad locations.

1. Barcelona Hen Do

With its is cosmo­politan city feel, Spanish sun and a sandy beach.  Full of attractions to spend your euro's on, Barcelona has to be an option for a hen party abroad.

2. Budapest

A great option for a European hen do, this amazing city is filled with things to do, boasting high quality and low prices.

3. Marbella Hen Do 

Sun, sand and champagne is the order in this spanish resort.  With private villas and 100's of activities like boat parties and beach clubs in Puerto Banus.

4. Albufeira

Portugal has proved popular over the last few years, and Albufeira has the perfect combo of beaches, nightlife and activities all under a super relaxed vibe.

5. Amsterdam

Different from the rest, swap sunny hen weekends in Spain for a gritty & memorable weekend in the capital of the Netherlands.

Your Bride

Obviously, this whole celebration is for your lovely budding bride, and you should firstly think about all the places she loves to be, or at least what kind of party she’d like.

Home or Away?

Relating to the points above, it might be easier to split your picks into home or away when you’re making this monumental decision. It is a location in the UK or a overseas, that's a decision you have to make.

Easy Travel

A get together would be nothing without your bride to be's loved ones, so make sure the hen destination is easy to reach for all.

If you are wanting a further away trip, make sure you book a package so that it is easier to accommodate everyone.

Don’t Forget the Budget

You might be gazing lovingly at that hotel hen package in Barcelona, but if it doesn’t fit everyone’s budget then it’s time to let the dream go!

Choosing Activities

Each location offers 100's of unique hen do activities. These are only found in this location, such as punting in Cambridge and afternoon tea in York.  Also the hen party theme you decide may be influenced by the location.

Remember Accom­moda­tion Packages

Don't get overwhelmed with hen do planning, remember there’s always ready made packages in every city to help you out. These come with tried and tested accom­moda­tion and activities pre-selected.