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Hen Activities & Things To Do

Hen Party Planning 101: Venues, Activities, and Themes

July 28, 2026

Planning a hen party and not sure where to begin? This complete guide covers venues, accommodation, activities, themes and the planning process, with practical tips to help you create a fun celebration that feels righ...

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Gifts

12 Hen Party Accessories Every Bride Will Love

July 27, 2026

Looking for hen party accessories the bride will actually love? From pearl bags and statement headbands to playful sunglasses and an espresso martini sash, these 12 picks bring together practical finds, pretty details...

Hen Party Games

34 Best Hen Party Dares

July 24, 2026

Looking for funny hen party dares that will get everyone laughing? From cheeky challenges to easy icebreakers, this list of 34 hen party dares has something for every bride tribe. Plus, discover fun ways to play, simp...

Two bridesmaid and a bride casually sitting on a couch at a hen party, with a disco ball on the right.

Hen Party Planning Tips

What to Do the Week Before a Hen Party: A 7-Day Checklist

July 23, 2026

Seven days to go! Follow this practical day-by-day hen party checklist to organise payments, confirm bookings, prep welcome bags and get everything ready without the last-minute panic.

Hen Party Planning Tips

75 Hen Party Ideas for Every Bride Type and Budget

July 20, 2026

The Complete 2026 Guide From slow spa mornings to full-volume dance floors, these ideas will help you plan a celebration that feels right for the bride. There are options for different personalities and budgets. ...

Hen party with with beautiful pink and sage tablescape.

Hen Party Planning Tips

The Not-Tacky Hen Party: How to Design a Luxury Tablescape on a Bridesmaid Budget

July 17, 2026

A practical guide to creating an elevated hen party table that photographs beautifully, feels genuinely special and does not leave the bridesmaids recovering financially.

Bride-to-be checking her phone and waiting for group chat responses while planning a hen party, sitting indoors with a glass of wine and candlelit décor.

Planning Tips

How to Handle Guests Who Keep Making Excuses to Skip the Hen Party

June 15, 2026

Hen party guests making excuses, ghosting the group chat, or asking to pay less? Here’s how to handle dropouts, protect the budget, and keep planning calm.

Bachelorette Planning Tips

The “Anonymous Survey” Method: How to Get a Real Bachelorette Budget Without the Group Chat Drama

May 22, 2026

Skip the awkward group chat money talk. Here’s how to use a quick anonymous survey to get real bachelorette budget answers before you book anything.

23 Hen Party Gift Ideas For The Bride - The Hen Planner

Gifts

24 Hen Party Gift Ideas for the Bride-to-Be

May 14, 2026

Looking for a thoughtful hen party gift for the bride-to-be? You’re in the right place. Whether you’re the maid of honour, a bridesmaid or the friend who wants to make her feel extra loved, these bride gift ideas a...

Bachelorette party group toasting with champagne in a pink party room.

Community

Hen Party vs. Bachelorette: What’s the Real Difference?

April 26, 2026

The difference between a hen party and a bachelorette is simpler than you think. Spoiler: it’s mostly geography, a little bit of vibe, and a whole lot of celebrating the bride.

Hen party guests in satin pyjamas and robes pouring champagne into glasses during a bridal party celebration or wedding morning get-ready moment.

Hen Activities & Things To Do

How to Plan a Hen Party in 8 Steps!

April 17, 2026

Planning a hen party and already feeling the chaos? ✨ From budgets and guest lists to themes, activities, and all the fun little extras, here’s how to pull it all together without losing your mind.

Women celebrating on a yacht with champagne at a luxury hen party by the marina

Themes

Hen Party Ideas Based On Your Zodiac Sign

April 14, 2026

Planning a hen do for a bride-to-be who’s obsessed with astrology? Here are fun hen party ideas based on every zodiac sign, from chilled spa lovers to full-on party girls.

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