We all know that we want to look our best on the Big Day, many women treat themselves to Spa Days a week or so before the Wedding, but have you thought about combining these wedding preparations with the Hen Party?
It’s no myth that most women love to be pampered! So grab the girls and enjoy a
weekend away at a fancy Spa and relax, unwind and let the stress float away. 

Why not Book yourself in for a Spicy Spa Day?:

• Full Body Massage
• Facial
• Eyebrow Shape
• Eyelash Extensions
• Manicure & Pedicure
• Hot stone treatments
• Aromatherapy
• Body Wrap

Enjoy all of these treatments, with a bottle of bubbly and great company!

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• Sing an embarrassing song of your friends’ choice on the middle of the street.
• Walk out of the toilet with toilet roll stuck to your feet and your skirt tucked in your pants and keep it that way for at least one circuit of the club.
• Find a man wearing sandals with white socks. Ask him for his phone number!
• Ask a guy for a piggyback ride.
• Just like the good old Essex girl, convince a stranger that you’re someone famous and secure a free drink. You could be from The Only way is Essex, Geordie Shore, Coronation Street or a famous girl band like The Pussycat Dolls, the choice is yours.
• Request a tragically cheesy tune from the DJ and then dance your heart out.
• Have your photo taken with a police man while he shows you his truncheon.
• Dance up to an ugly guy for a minute before walking off.

There are only a few golden rules but everyone absolutely must stick to them.

• Respect other people. It is OK to make a fool of yourself voluntarily but not of someone outside of your party who may be offended.
• Keep it light-hearted. No challenges should be taken too seriously.
• Do not break the law no matter what. No challenge is worth a night in the cells or even a criminal record.

The vibrant spirit and buzz makes Brighton the winner for hen weekends.

Dining

Mouth-watering dishes are served in stylish cafes and restaurants. You can indulge your taste buds with international cuisine from Thai to Indian. For a spot of celebrity fare, pop into Jamie Oliver’s charming Italian restaurant, Dermot O’Leary’s Fishy Fishy restaurant or try Fatboy Slim’s Japanese dishes in stylish surroundings just across from the Brighton Pavilion.

Shopping

If you love fashion then hit the town for a bit shopping and indulge in some serious retail therapy! Brighton holds all of your favourite high street fashion shops. In addition, you will find more shops in the famous Brighton Lanes that has over 300 small unconventional and quirky fashion boutiques and jewellery shops with unique assortment and designer gems. Heaven! 

Landmarks

Everything is in walking distance in Brighton. Tear yourself away from the shops, head down to the classic Brighton beach for a stroll along the promenade. Visit the infamous Brighton Pier that will spoil you with traditional fairground rides, sideshows, candy rock shops and amazing sea views.

The Brighton Wheel is sited on the seafront by Palace Pier and offers incredible views of the city! The ‘Wheel of Excellence’provides breath-taking, panoramic views of the sea, Palace Pier, surrounding architecture and landmarks. 

Nightlife

Brighton certainly parties hard and its clubs on the seaside are buzzing with energy. Lavish cocktail bars and over 30 nightclubs are all geared up to exhaust girls on hen nights. Clubs treat you with jazz, blues, live music, pop, celebrity DJ’s or themed nights that will certainly appeal to individualised desires. Hen weekend groups are guaranteed to enjoy themselves. You undoubtedly feel spoilt for choice in Brighton! Whatever your taste in music you will definitely find a venue in Brighton that will make your night full of flair and excitement.

This amazing city is perfect for hen weekends to celebrate in style. It will leave you with an unforgettable, memorable and eventful hen weekend…..  Brighton is a vibrant city you will never want to leave. It doesn’t have its reputation as a party capital of the South Coast for nothing!

1) New York – If you fancy going all Sex and the City for your Hen party, New York is a lot more affordable than a few years ago so you can pick up some fantastic long weekend deals. You can shop to you drop and the nightlife is truly fantastic. Indulge in a Cosmopolitan whilst taking in the skyline and create some amazing memories!

2) Brighton - They say it’s London by the Sea! Brighton is a cosmopolitan city which has something for everyone. Take in its famous nightlife, explore the narrow passages and cobbled streets of the lanes, or just relax at the beach. Its colourful array of seaside kitsch, historic sites and world renowned club scene and DJ’s make it a fantastic destination for a fun filled hen weekend.  

3) Ayia Napa – perfect if you want to get sun, sea and sozzled! Nissi Beach has lots of water sports for some adventure or a glorious stretch of white sandy beaches if you want to top up a sun tan. The nightlife is legendary – there are more clubs and bars than you can shake a stick at.

4) London –  If you don’t fancy venturing too far from home head to the capital city! London never fails to excite, Start with a meal then burn off those calories by trying out the latest craze of pole dancing classes. Then party away the night at celeb hotspots KoKo and FunkyBuddha or head to the trendy Club49 in Soho.

5) Marbella – They say the only way is Marbs! Marbella is a buzzing, cosmopolitan town offering traditional Spanish culture and International ambience. Here you can enjoy everything from tasty tapas and fine wines to a crazy, fun filled night in the port. Plus prices are cheaper here, so you can party your socks off without breaking the bank!

We asked Bride-To-Be Helena for her opinion on Joint do’s:

“Well the idea certainly sounds fun! I’ve got a picture in my head of a big group of girls and big group of boys and it sounds amazing! On the other hand though since it’s the last night out of single life to me it should be Hen and Stag not Hag! I personally will be having just a night out with my girls!”

If you decide to party with your man Spicy Hen’s packages can cater for both Men & Women, our Salsa dancing class and Dirty Dancing class will turn up the heat, break the ice, plus it will prepare the two-left-feet guests for the the First Dance! And our Michael Jackson Thriller dance lesson is perfect to get the guys involved without making them feel like they are at a dance class!

Indoor Activities

Dance lessons

For ultimate, totally different, exciting and fun dance lessons including Bollywood, cheerleading, Flamenco, Pole Dancing, Thriller, Beyonce, Pussycat Dolls, Showgirl, Dirty Dancing, Belly dancing, Salsa, Burlesque, 80’s Fame, Samba and Street Dancing visit Hen Party operator www.SpicyHen.co.uk.

Chill Factore

60 metres of real snow is waiting for your hen group. You can try try skiing or snowboarding! How cool is that!? Don’t forget to wrap up warm! www.chillfactore.com

Go Karting

Are you looking for an adrenaline fuelled hen weekend??? Who will be the top driver from your hen group?  At Daytona you’ll have tones of fun while speeding and racing with your friends! After the race pop into the bar overlooking the circuit and enjoy a glass of bubbly with the hens! http://www.daytona.co.uk/venues/manchester/

Outdoor Activities

Shopping

Pop onto the Trafford Centre for some retail therapy. It is one of the largest shopping centres in the UK. Enjoy!

Food and Drink

For vegetarians there’s the Fuel Café in Withington. The Café offers extremely delicious food! For an upmarket experience, Gaucho Steak House on Deansgate is famous for its Argentine grilled meat! Also, don’t forget to visit Rusholme’s Curry Mile. This infamous road offers Asian and Middle Eastern delights until the early hours!!!

Other hotspots:

• 63 Degress : http://www.63degrees.co.uk/
• Pan Asia: http://www.pan-asia.co.uk/
• Lime: http://www.limeuk.com/index.htm
• Michael Caines at Abode Manchester: http://www.michaelcaines.com/restaurants/manchester
• Katsouris Deli & Café http://www.manchester.com/restaurants/details/478/Katsouris_Deli_&_Cafe.html
• Chopsticks www.chopsticksorientalbuffet.com

Evening Entertainment

Comedy club

Get your hen night in Manchester off to a great start by visiting one of its two comedy clubs. Be sure to book a table at the front, let the comedians have their fun!  www.frogandbucket.com and www.thecomedystore.co.uk

O2 Apollo Manchester

Check out the latest gigs

Cocktails

Book yourself a Cocktail Making Class in Manchester!

Cocktails and Pre-clubbing Drinks

There are approx. 500 bars in Manchester- and that’s only in the city centre!  Enjoy the panoramic view of the city in the Sky Bar or at the Mint Hotel!

• Apotheca: www.apothecabar.co.uk/
• Mint Hotel: http://www.minthotel.com/our-hotels/manchester/skylounge
• Cloud 23: www.cloud23bar.com/
• The Odd Bar: www.oddbar.co.uk/
• Cinnabar: www.vermilioncinnabar.com/
• Pure Space: purespacecafebar.co.uk/
• Iguana Bar: http://iguanabar.co.uk/
• For more information:  http://www.manchesterbars.com

Clubbing

• Mint Lounge: www.mintlounge.com/
• The Tiger Lounge: www.myspace.com/tigerlounge
• The Factory: www.factorymanchester.com/
• Pure: www.puremanchester.com/
• Star and Garter: www.starandgarter.co.uk/
• Venus : http://www.venusmanchester.co.uk/
• Sankeys: http://www.sankeys.info/
• 42nd Street : http://www.42ndstreetnightclub.co.uk/
• The Warehouse Project: http://www.thewarehouseproject.com/

Travel

Train:

• Transpennine Express
  
• Northern Rail
  
• Cross Country Trains
  
• Virgin trains
  

Coach:     http://www.nationalexpress.com/coach/index.cfm

Car: 
Parking is at a premium so check your hotel/hostel/B&B to make sure it has dedicated parking before booking. 

Accommodation

Manchester is a popular tourist destination so you won’t be short of places to stay – you just need to be sure they accept hen parties before booking.  You can check out the full range of hotels, B&Bs and other types of accommodation in Manchester for you Hen party on http://accommodation.spicyhen.co.uk/

Afternoon Tea – A Cream tea complete with the girls makes for the perfect relaxing afternoon. Book into a fabulous hotel that will make & prepare your finger food and drinks for you! Go all out and dress to impress – think 1950′s vintage! 

Cookery Class – If the B2B lacks in the kitchen department why not book you and the girls in for an expert cookery class? Create your own perfect pastries, take a bottle of champers and the conversation & giggles will be flowing in no time!

Comedy Club – If your Hens are into their comedy there is no better way to enjoy the evening than laughing your socks off!

Cocktail Masterclass – Learn how to make delicious cocktails guided by an expert mixologist! Impress your friends with your newly found skills!

Dilemma 1: Should the hen night be a surprise or planned with the bride?

The majority of hen nights are arranged in consultation with the bride. They may not know everything that is going to happen on the night, but they usually know the date, who has been invited, and where the party is going to start. 

If you are arranging a surprise, make sure it is something that the bride would really love. Be honest with yourself; is she a burlesque dancing, male stripper, all night drinking session kind of girl, or would she prefer a cookery class and a manicure? Also consider whether you have the resources to pull off a surprise party. Will you be able to contact all the people she’d want to invite? Will you be able to arrange a date when you know for sure she doesn’t have anything else planned?

Dilemma 2: One night or more?

It is becoming more common for hen parties to take place over an entire weekend. Taking a trip to a different city for a hen party can be a great way to get that party feeling.

Many hen party groups opt going abroad. Unsurprisingly there will be a larger range of activity options for you and for your friends in the UK. No matter what the tastes and preferences of your group are you’ll be able to find something that suits all of you. The options available in the UK are as varied as the hen parties, whether you are looking for beaches, big city excitement or buzzing nightlife, you will be spoilt for choice. 

Of course these types of hen party can be very expensive, and you will need to judge whether the people the bride wants to invite can afford it.

Dilemma 3: What hen party activity?

Struggling to decide what activity to choose for your hen weekend? Have you thought about a dance lesson? Dance activities have become extremely popular for hen parties. Why? Dance lessons are unconventional, fantastic bonding experience and create memories that your group can look back on and laugh heartedly.

Remember, hen party dance activities are extremely popular amongst ladies are typically booked months in advance. So, if you want to take dance lesson on your hen weekend, it is imperative that you plan ahead and make necessary arrangements. Look through the dance activities providers’ websites, gather all the information you need and make reservations for the dance lesson well before the hen weekend to avoid last minute disappointment.

Throwing a good hen do is easy. Just use some of the other ideas already out there. Start browsing around different hen party sights to get a good idea of what other people have done with great success for their own hen do.  Good luck with the planning!

Choosing the perfect song can be tricky…So why not take some inspiration from the celebs!

• Kate Middleton & Prince William chose ’Your Song’ by Elton John (performed by Ellie Goulding)
• The Beckham’s chose ’It Had To Be You’ by The Starlight Orchestra
• Beyoncé & Jay-Z chose ’Crazy in Love’ by Beyoncé (the couple’s first collaboration!)
• Kate Moss & Jamie Hince chose ’If There Is Something’ by Roxy Music
• Joel Madden & Nicole Richie chose ‘What a Wonderful World’ by Louis Armstrong

Some couples dread the first dance, especially if you haven’t dusted off your dancing shoes in a while! But with the help of Spicy Hen and our fantastic dance instructors we can ensure your steps are in check and that you shimmy your way onto the dance floor for your first dance as Husband and Wife.

Our lessons take place in the comfort of your own home, so you can feel totally relaxed as you prepare for the big day!