Hen Do Destinations - UK & Abroad

1. Liverpool

Known as the party capital, Liverpool 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 hen weekend.

2. Newcastle

Famous for being a city to party, if you’re heading north Newcastle is 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

Funktion Events hometown, this quaint little city definitely packs a punch in the way of alternative hen party ideas & sophis­ticated nightlife.

5. Manchester

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

6. Birmingham

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

7. Leeds

Shopping, restaurants & nightlife are the theme of Leeds and coin­ci­dently, a lot of hen parties! If you’re after a classic hen do, look no further.

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 Bristol! 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 classic & alternative hen do ideas to suit all types of budding brides.

Should I Book a Hen Party Abroad?

Hen parties 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.­

Over the last 12 years 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

The best place for a hen party is Barcelona. 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 alternative for a hen do abroad, this classy city is filled with things to do on a hen party boasting high quality and low prices.

3. Marbella Hen Do 

Why choose Marbella? Sun, sand and champagne is the order in Marbella.  With private villas for hen parties 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 hen party she’d adore.

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. A hen party in the UK or a hen party abroad, that's a decision you have to make.

Easy Travel

A hen do would be nothing without your hen’s loved ones, so make sure the hen destinations are easy to reach for all. If you are wanting a hen do abroad 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 package in Barcelona, but if it doesn’t fit everyone’s budget then it’s time to let the dream go!

Hen Party Activities

Each location offers 100's of unique hen do activities. These are unique to suit each 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

When in doubt about the stress of planning/­budgets, remember there’s always hen party packages to help you out. These come with tried and tested accom­moda­tion and activities pre-organised.