Top 5 Hen Night Tips

Over the past few years the Bride's hen party has become a major part of the wedding experience. This is a night of great expectation and one where there is a lot of fun and excitement to be had. What chief bridesmaids don't realise is how much planning goes into a night like this and how to prepare. Below are 5 tips to help plan an incredible hen night for all.

1. Start planning at least one month in advance
Don’t wait until last minute to plan the hen night. If you do, you’ll end up spending more money, having disorganised plans, a group who is upset with one another, and a night that isn’t fun. A party is not fun when limousines don’t show, when the clubs visited have attitudes, expensive dinners and uncertain plans. It takes at least one month to plan a great stress-free hen do. It’s better to plan early, relax, and look forward to a great night.

2. Appoint a leader!( The Cheif Bridesmaid )
Although many women in the hen party may not know one another, it is crucial that someone is appointed to take the lead. The leader should gather the group, talk about what everyone would like to do, decide on how much everyone wants to spend– and start planning! This is not an easy job, but for this important night - it’s worth it! All too often women wait until last minute to plan, and end up putting together sloppy plans that don’t run smoothly.

3. Have more than one activity for the evening.
Whether your plan is to go to dinner, dance the night away, have a lap dance lesson or theatre shows have a plan of what to do afterwards. These activities last 2-3 hours and it takes more than a few hours of activity to create a memorable evening. Play it safe, be prepared to have the most fun and have more than one activity on the agenda.

4. Know where to go & what it’ll be like once you get there.
I’ve heard plenty of stories about a group going to a club or restaurant based on a recommendation, which ended up being disaster. This place may have been a “hot spot” several months ago, but when this new group went there the scene was no longer happening. This can be a real upset, and no one wants to figure out a new place to go last minute. Popular places change from month to month and the only way of knowing if it’s still good is to do your research.

5. Reputation, reputation, reputation!
If you are getting a limo for the evening, hiring a male stripper, going to a restaurant, spa, or club ask around before you book and see if the place or company is reliable. Strippers don’t always show up, limousines may be promised as “top of the line” but when they arrive were definitely not, restaurants' and clubs' staff may rude or make your group wait. Remember, your goal is to have a memorable evening that runs as smooth as possible.

As an extra bonus tip don't forget great hen night accessories make for a great hen party.