Organising a hen weekend can be a daunting task, but we’ve got everything you need to take the stress away for your stay in Somerset. Luxury holiday houses that sleep up to 30, with super comfy beds, ensuite bathrooms, heaps of space indoors and out, and amazing features like private indoor swimming pools, hot tubs, saunas, movie rooms, games rooms and Scandi style BBQ lodges. And we’ve got a whole list of extras to choose from including catering, activities, entertainment, florists and prop hire!
So, you’ve chosen Somerset as your hen weekend destination – what a great choice! Spectacular scenery, cosy country pubs, loads to see and do, and big and beautiful holiday houses for you to take over and make the most amazing memories. You’ve got the date and the guest list, so all you have to do is pick the venue and organise activities. That’s easy-peasy with Sleeps12, because we’ve got everything, and we mean EVERYTHING you need for the best hen weekend ever, with a host of activities that can be brought to you. Here we go!
Private Spa Days & Pamper Parties
Imagine. An afternoon or a whole day of totally unwinding in your luxury holiday house, relishing the beauty of being you, of being with a great group of people for such a special occasion. That deserves a whole load of pampering, courtesy of experienced therapists who will come and spoil you. What a treat. We work with providers who will bring you your very own visiting spa service or pamper party; tailor the treatments to suit your schedule, work it in with a splash in the pool, a soak in the hot tub, or a sauna. Sheer indulgence for a very relaxing hen weekend, because you’re worth it.
A Celebration Dinner
Every hen weekend should have a celebration dinner, but no-one wants to be doing the slicing and dicing, the cooking and serving, and then clearing away when you’ve all finished. Check out or local chefs and book one to come and do it all for you. Tailor the menu to what you want to eat, call in local florists to dress the table, look forward to an evening of delicious dining. The chefs we work with don’t just stop at dinner either – you can have a belly filling brunch, a leisurely lunch, an elegant afternoon tea, a BBQ in the sunshine, a picnic in the garden, sharing boards – whatever you want!
A Murder Mystery Night
Oh, what fun this will be, brought to you by My Event Concierge, the brains behind many happy occasions at our holiday houses. They’ll work closely with you to set the scene for Murder at the Mansion (cocktails and dinner included if you wish); pick your theme, put on your glad rags and get in character for a light-hearted whodunnit. Think Cluedo, Agatha Christie and Knives Out. Think of the laughter and the memories.
A Dance Workshop
Who doesn’t like to dance – and what a great activity for your hen weekend. Learn Flamenco or Bollywood in the privacy of your holiday house, with instruction from an experienced professional dancer. She’ll bring the costumes and the fans and even Flamenco musicians and a small troupe of Bollywood dancers to put on a show. Get your feet tapping, your arms swinging and your hips swaying. All jolly good fun!
Yoga and Meditation Days
Nurture mind, body and soul with a yoga and meditation day, brought to you by people who have been doing this kind of thing for years. Add in a relaxing gong bath or singing bowl session, bring in some breathwork or herbal workshops. You’ll be floating on air, soooo relaxed! Everybody say “ohm….”
Life Drawing
Another opportunity to get creative, with giggles along the way. Experienced tutors and real artists will come to you and show you what to do, bring with them the necessary materials, retro swing music, berets and fake moustaches if you want them, and even a male model. Don’t worry if you think you can’t draw – it’s all about having fun, but who knows, you might just end up with something worth framing.
Craft Workshops
Clear the decks and get set for an afternoon’s crafting. Bring your creativity to the forefront with a selected package or have it tailored to make what you want. From bunting, flower crowns and pompom crowns to fascinators, garters and paper wedding flowers, there’ll be fun, laughter and chitchat At the end of it you’ll have something to keep and will have learned a new skill. Our listed suppliers will bring everything you need, all you have to do is sort out the snacks.
Pottery Painting
Brushes at the ready for a unique pottery painting workshop, something different for your hen party. Let your imagination soar to dizzy heights and come up with a design for your piece, whether it’s a bowl, mug, plate, piggy bank or trinket box. Your finished pieces will be taken back to pop in the kiln and sent out within a week or two. Then you can display your creation in pride of place and when people say “Ohh, this is lovely!” you can smugly reply “Oh, yes! I made that!”
Laser Clay Shooting
Thrills and spills at your hen weekend house in the form of outdoor pursuits – not just laser clay shooting, but also archery, rifle shooting and team building type activities. Our local provider is not only fully qualified to instruct in these sort of things, but he also has years of experience, and don’t worry if you miss – like we say, it’s all about the fun times, the happy memories. Who knows, you might be able to channel your inner Robin Hood and hit the bullseye every time.
A Sports Day
Ready, steady go! Another exciting activity from My Event Concierge, and boy, is this fun or what! Pack your shorts, your gymslip and your plimsolls and rouse your competitive spirit for old school sports day favourites like bean bag balancing, a sack race, egg and spoon race, three legged races and skipping. Cocktails and a 3 course dinner are included for when you’ve collected your medals and gone and got changed. Absolutely brilliant fun!
A Casino Night
Invoke all the thrills and anticipation of Monte Carlo and Las Vegas when you stage a private casino night at your holiday house. Professional croupiers will show you how to play roulette, poker and blackjack, with hire including all you need to set the scene – the tables, the lamps, the chips and the cards and even pretend money. Get glammed up, mix the cocktails, step into the world of James Bond.
A Night of Magic
Be transported back to the Golden Age of Magic and Illusion with all its theatrical grandeur! This is an intriguing mystery game experience, something very, very different, brought to you by a professional conjuror. You’ll be unravelling clues, solving puzzles and unlocking secrets – all very entertaining. Add to it with a performance of visual magic and sleight of hand, embrace the glamour of the times by donning fancy dress. What a night!
A Cocktail Class
Think this. Think your own bartender telling you all about the history of cocktails and showing you how to mix your own drinks, from Manhattans and Mojitos to Pina Coladas and Tom Collins. You’ll have your own cocktail station and all the gear is provided – the booze, the ingredients, the fruit, the ice and the glasses. Hold it in your memory and show off your skills at the wedding reception.
A Professional Photo Shoot
What a way to remember your hen weekend – with a professional photo shoot indoors or outdoors. Emily Fairweather knows our properties in Somerset well and will choose the best backdrop for your pics. They’ll be natural, some with all of you, some with smaller groups, produced as black and white or colour images. A lasting memento of a very happy weekend.
There’s plenty to choose from to make your hen weekend swing along just perfectly. You’ll find all the details on the Extras page of your chosen property, so all you need to do is get in touch with the supplier to book. You’ll find more besides – florists to come and make it all look so pretty, balloon arches, sweet carts and props. We’ve totally got you covered for the best possible hen weekend in Somerset!