Bournemouth hen do

10 Trending Hen Party Ideas Bournemouth for 2025/2026

1. Bottomless Brunch - Bournemouth hen parties and bottomless brunch are a perfect match!
2. Beyoncé Dancing - Learn some booty-shaking moves as you learn to dance like Beyoncé!
3. Inflatable Games - Hilarious hen chaos. Do battle across a number of crazy inflatable games.
4. Afternoon Tea - Sophistication, elegance and a delicious selection of cakes!
5. Bubble Mayhem - Bonkers, chaos, mayhem - the perfect blend for adventurous hens!
6. Cocktail Mixing - No hen party is complete without cocktails. Learn, make, taste and taste!
7. Life Drawing - Brushes at the ready, gear up for a hilarious afternoon painting a nude hunk!
8. Rage Buggies - High-octane hen chaos. Hit high speeds as you and the girls go off-road.
9. Party Bike - All aboard your own pedal-powered pub!
10. Private Spa Party - A unique party venue with a BYOB bar, hot tub, sauna, movie room and more!

Choosing Your Bournemouth Hen Do Activities

Bournemouth is twice the hilarity of a lot of hen party destinations.

Why?

Well, not only does it have all your classic hen party activities on offer, but it's also got a load of coastal adventures for you to take on.

We have over 150 hen party ideas in Bournemouth, so finding the ones that your group will love is easy.

Have a scroll through our amazing range or give our Bournemouth specialist a call today on 01225 474200 (Mon-Fri 8.30-17.30) and they'll be able to tell you what's hot and what's not right now!

Where to Drink in Bournemouth

Walking distance from most city-centre hotels are pubs, bars, nightclubs, luxury cocktail lounges, sports bars and live music joints. We could go on, but you get the point. Short story is, you'll never go thirsty in Bournemouth.

The Triangle is the go-to area for hens, with an easy-to-navigate set up so bars are always in Nan-friendly reach. It's also always great for any LGBT+ celebrators with drinking venues dotted about when you're in need of a beverage. Old Christchurch Road is also a good stop off for some household cocktail bar names if you fancy sticking to what you know.

Sights & Sounds

Sights - Of course Bournemouth's biggest draw is the miles of perfect golden beaches. Not only can you pass a few pleasant hours topping up your tans in the summer months but they are also the perfect place to rest and refresh tender heads in the morning.

The pier! Bournemouth Pier gives a great view along the coast and no trip beside the seaside is complete without a stroll along the "prom-prom-prom" (where the brass bands play tiddly-om-pom-pom).

Sounds - Some of the brightest bands on the music scene head through O'Neill's which is a fantastic place for the best new bands. Indie, Irish folk, rock, acoustic, O'Niell's is a massive advocate of supporting local talent from a wide range of genres and every night really is great craic.

Best Shopping Spots

Vintage Market - Located next to the Royal Arcade on selected Saturdays, this is a great place to pick up some unique items ranging from clothing to crafts and pretty textiles.
Clobber - If you're tired of the same old shops and are a vintage girl at heart then Clobber is definitely worth a visit.
Southbourne - This area, which lies a little further away from Bournemouth's main drag, is packed full of pretty independent bistros, cafes, shops and is within a short walk of the beach and everything you'll want to visit.

Getting Around Bournemouth

Everything in Bournemouth is easily accessible by foot as the town centre is quite compact. If you're looking to head further afield to places like Sandbanks then the buses cut through some incredibly picturesque countryside. Overall though the seaside and beaches really are best explored by foot.

Hen Days

For any South Coast hen party it would be rude not to really enjoy the stunning beaches: Paddleboarding, Surfing, Coasteering and Horse Riding all allow you to take advantage of this outstandingly beautiful stretch of coast.
If being near the water doesn't float your boat you can always line up a dance class for the girls with everything from Thriller to Burlesque to choose from.

Hen Nights in Bournemouth

If you're after something a little cheeky then a Male Strip Show or hunky Butlers in the Buff will put a smile on everyone's faces.

Alternatively, you could have a few laughs at a Cabaret Show or Comedy Club. But for any big night out you should expect a little VIP treatment so let us know and we'll arrange guestlist nightclub entry to avoid you having to worry about queuing or struggling to get into any of your chosen party venues.

Quickfire Bournemouth FAQs

What makes GoHen Bournemouth experts?

Being just under two hours away in the beautiful city of Bath, we often head to Bournemouth to make sure we're across everything we need to know about hen weekends there. As well as soaking up the sun on the beach and enjoying a few big nights out, we make sure we meet with the best suppliers about to ensure you get the most for your money.

Is Bournemouth good for a night out?

80% of hens who booked their Bournemouth hen do with GoHen in 2023 did so for 3 or more days. Why? Because it's one of the best south coast towns for a night out with plenty of clubs and pubs to choose from and an average pint price of about £4.

What is the main taxi company in Bournemouth?

We would recommend United Taxis - you can download their app and track your car, or simply Google them and give them a call. They offer a variety of big-capacity cars that will be able to transfer your hen do from one venue to another with ease.

Is Bournemouth town centre walkable?

Bournemouth town centre is definitely walkable. A lot of the best bars, clubs, and restaurants are all located in a similar area, so you won't have to stomp too far on your big night out.

When is the best time to visit Bournemouth?

Whilst you can have an amazing night out in Bournemouth all year round, the best time to visit is late spring/early summer when the weather is at its finest. This means that not only will you be able to sit out and top up those tans, but you'll be able to hit the beach to take on the range of coastal activities on offer.

It's time for a hen weekend in Bournemouth!

It could be the invigorating sea air, or the miles of gloriously sandy beaches.  Maybe it's the trendy beachside bars and chic boutiques overlooking the glittering bay.  Or the award-winning nightlife, sun-soaked activities and deliciously decadent spas that combine to make a Bournemouth hen do such an unforgettable experience.  Whatever the secret, there's something undeniably infectious about the golden shores of Britain's top resort.  It's no surprise that this sassy, vibrant, party-loving hub of the south continues to shine as one of our top destinations in the UK.

Sun-kissed & fun-packed

Girls just wanna have fun in the run up to the big day and when it comes to letting your hair down and celebrating in style, hen weekends in Bournemouth really are the best bar none!

And with sensational hen do packages in Bournemouth and Bournemouth hen party houses ranging from cosy B+B's to your very own hen house, GoHen have all the ingredients needed to get your party started in fantastic fashion! 

So why not drop us a line and take a step closer to feeling the sand between your toes, with a glass of something fizzy by your side...

Why choose Bournemouth?

With sun, sea, sand, buckets of charisma, a fantastic range of activities and a town jam-packed with everything from stylish bars and clubs to chic eateries, spas and shops galore, Bournemouth is perfectly kitted out for pre-wedding parties to let loose by the sea.  Whether you want to top up that tan, indulge in a beachside cocktail (or... three?), get stuck into some adrenaline-fuelled activities or treat yourself in the swanky stores, hen weekends in Bournemouth offer an amazing choice for a girls' weekend away. 

From funky clubs to fish and chips, surfing to spas, the pier to the glamorous Sandbanks, Bournemouth really is a dream destination for hen parties looking to let their hair down in a thriving cosmopolitan town. 

What can you do?

Whatever takes her fancy! You'll be spoilt for choice with over 80 fantastic hen do activities in Bournemouth to choose from.  Day or night, from the beach to the club to the sauna, surfboards and torso of your tasty chocolate male model, we guarantee you're in for a real treat that the girls won't be forgetting any time soon! 

Get dance floor ready with some hen do dance classes at our top dancing studios, or make the most of your beachside location with some action on the waves.  Surfing, Paddleboarding and Coasteering are guaranteed to get the heart racing and a turn on the hovercraft is sure to blow away any hint of a hangover!

After all that hard work it'll be time for a reward, so lie back and enjoy being pampered and preened to perfection at a top spa, or indulge in some well-earned retail therapy with a mooch down to Westbourne, affectionately known as 'The Village', with its mix of designer stores, beauty shops and delicious eateries or pop over to Boscombe for quirkier gifts, great open-air markets and a meander along Britain's Best Pier.  A stroll down Old Christchurch road is great for smaller shops, or head straight to the town centre for its impressive collection of high street stores, boutiques, restaurants, cafés and coffee shops.

Bournemouth after dark...

When it comes to after-hours entertainment Bournemouth's vibrant nightlife offers a fantastic collection of exotic bars, great nightclubs, live music, comedy, cabaret, casinos and an electric atmosphere that will see you rocking those killer heels well into the early hours! 

Take a ride in our fire engine limo where your hunky hosts (in uniform!) will deliver you in enviably unique style to Bournemouth's top clubs and bars, or forget the outfit altogether and add a saucy male strip show or your own buff butlers to the occasion for a fantastic night to remember!

When to visit Bournemouth

Summertime is undoubtedly when Bournemouth comes alive as a dazzling array of festivals revel in the balmy climate, stunning backdrop and party vibe of the high season.  From the award-winning Arts By The Sea, Food and Drink fest and Carnival, to the regatta, funfair and free concerts at Christchurch and Summertime in the South across Poole Quay and the Sandbanks, there are endless opportunities to soak up the sun and great entertainment in equal glorious measure.  And with the BIC, pier, Pavilion and spectacular Bournemouth Gardens hosting events throughout the calendar, not to mention the sprinkling of festive magic brought by December's Christmas Market, Bournemouth is a pretty special place to visit any time of the year.

Let's get this party started!

Between the golden sands, lively nightlife, enviable location and party-loving crowds, Bournemouth is one of the most popular locations for hen and stag parties in the UK.  So there's no better time to get in touch and start planning the pre-nuptial event of the year!  Give our dedicated team a call on 01225 474200 or send us a brief today.