GLASGOW is one of the greatest cities in the entire world. With hundreds of different activities on offer within the city or nearby, there’s no better place to hold a hen do.
Here are the Evening Times’ top suggestions:
NIGHT ON THE TILES
One of the most important ingredients for a great night out is having a large selection of bars available to drink in.
Enjoy a tipple at Gin71, a cocktail at Vodka Wodka and a pint at BrewDog.
Add live music into the mix by hitting The Howlin’ Wolf, Broadcast, Slouch, Bloc, Nice N Sleazy and King Tut’s on your crawl.
To end the night, there’s a range of fantastic clubs to suit your hen party’s style. If you like rock, hit The Cathouse. If you want 80’s, go to Reflex. There’s also the likes of The Shed, Sub Club, Bamboo, The Garage, The Buff Club and Kushion – all offering different musical experiences.
If you’d rather stay in one place all night, to save the hens traipsing around the city, the likes of Arta offers cocktail making, dinner and club entry all under its roof.
CASINO
Enjoy a taste of Las Vegas at one of the many casinos within the city.
Alea Glasgow offers everything you could possibly want for a great night out. Spread over two floors with high ceilings and boasting views of the River Clyde and city skyline, the casino has the look and feel of a five-star hotel with customer and dealer service to match.
Go to glasgow.aleacasinos.com for more information.
PAMPER DAY
A spa day is the perfect activity to leave the group feeling spoiled and pampered.
Blythswood Square Hotel hosts nine luxury treatment rooms, a thermal suite, two relaxation pools, a lounge and café.
Go to phcompany.com/principal/glasgow-blythswood-square for more information.
PERFUME MAKING
Enjoy a perfume mixology class and enter the world of bespoke perfumery. Hens will get the chance to design a unique perfume that’s completely individual to them, whilst enjoying some fizz.
Go to theperfumestudio.com for more information.
PIZZA MAKING
Hens will be able to whip up a storm with Tennent’s Training Academy’s pizza-making masterclass.
Cooking at The Academy Cook School is fun as well as educational so by the end expect the group to be experts in kneading, seasoning and dressing.
A complimentary pint of Tennent's and Magners Cider will complete the meal as you all sit down together to enjoy the feast.
Go to tennentstrainingacademy.co.uk for more information.
EAT YOUR HEART OUT
There are hundreds of fantastic restaurants in Glasgow that will cater to your every need.
If the group's in the mood for Italian, go to La Lanterna. If the girls fancy something Spanish, hit up Cafe Andaluz. For Chinese fine dining, choose Lychee Oriental.
Check out tripadvisor.co.uk for the best restaurants within the city.
CHEERLEADING
Unleash your inner American teenager with some cheerleading routines. Get the girls together, pull out the pom-poms, and dance until your hearts’ content.
Go to cheerleadingcompany.co.uk for more information.
ESCAPE ROOM
Taking on an escape room is the perfect activity for hens that want to conquer a challenge.
In order to beat the live escape game, the group must solve many puzzles, riddles, brainteasers and identify clues to get out of the room.
Go to escape-glasgow.co.uk for more information.
GLAMPING
For luxurious outdoor fun, nearby Eden Leisure Village offers glamping activities for more adventurous hens.
Spend a night or weekend in a top quality pod, hobbit hut or bell tent and seek some refuge in the surrounding nature. As well as spa treatments on offer, the group can also test their marksmanship with a spot of archery or nerf wars.
Go to edenleisurevillage.co.uk for more information.
HORSE RACING
Experience the thrill of a day at the races – sample the fantastic atmosphere and pick a few winners.
As well as Hamilton Park, Ayr Racecourse also offers hospitality packages and events to suit your group’s needs.
Go to hamilton-park.co.uk or ayr-racecourse.co.uk for more information.
COCKTAIL MAKING – MURDER MYSTERY – KARAOKE
Get the girls together for a cocktail masterclass and learn how to mix, muddle and mash your favourite tipples. Take the party from day to night by adding a little mystery and music into the entertainment.
Hummingbird is the ideal venue for hens that want to party in style. As well as cocktail making classes, there are various packages available including murder mystery, private dining and karaoke.
Go to hummingbirdglasgow.co.uk for more information.
SOAR TO SUCCESS
Soar Braehead has got everything under one roof for hens looking to pack everything into a single day.
The group can show off their putting skills at Paradise Island Adventure Golf, shoot to thrill at the Laser Station and bowl to win over at Tenpin.
For the cool cats, Snow Factor offers skiing, snowboarding and an ice-climbing wall. After the indoor snow fun, grab a hot chocolate or cold beer at Bar Varia, a family-friendly Bavarian-themed restaurant.
There is also a whole host of other eateries within the centre, including China Buffet King, Frankie & Benny’s and TGI Fridays.
After taking part in all the action-packed activities on offer, end the day by relaxing with a fantastic film at the Odeon cinema.
Go to soar.intu.co.uk for more information.
GREASE LIGHTNING
Assemble the Pink Ladies for a fantastic Grease-themed dancing experience. Dance away those summer nights by learning all the best moves from the film.
Go to ukgirlthing.co.uk for more information.
QUIDDITCH
With a growing popularity of Harry Potter-themed hen weekends, guests can Hufflepuff around the pitch for a game of quidditch.
Go to gohen.com/activities/quidditch.asp for more information.
AFTERNOON TEA
This is a chance for the bride to channel her inner Prue Leith or Mary Berry and indulge in a sophisticated spot of afternoon tea, with dainty cakes, delicate sandwiches, scones, fresh cream and even cocktails served in teapots.
Go to gohen.com/activities/afternoon-tea.asp or gohen.com/activities/tipsy-tea.asp for more information.
DUCKYING
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Unique to Scotland, this is for the Lara Croft-type hens who are looking for bigger adventures. There will be wet and wild hen hilarity as the girls take to the river rapids to ride.
Go to gohen.com/activities/duckies.asp for more information.
HIGHLAND GAMES
Show those boys exactly how it should be done with a mini-Highland games developed especially for hen parties.
Events include Haggis Hurling, Bagpipe Playing, Welly Throwing, Tossing the Caber, Whisky Challenge and more.
Go to gohen.com/activities/glasgow/highland-games.asp for more information.
BURLESQUE LESSONS
Add a touch of cheeky fun in a friendly all-female environment with your own private burlesque dance. Learn the most scintillating and sensual art form all with a certain demure finesse.
Go to gohen.com/activities/burlesquedancing.asp for more information.
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