{"id":54339,"date":"2017-06-26T12:50:58","date_gmt":"2017-06-26T11:50:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.weddingdates.ie\/blog\/?p=54339"},"modified":"2024-05-13T12:13:19","modified_gmt":"2024-05-13T11:13:19","slug":"summer-hen-party","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/weddingdates.ie\/blog\/summer-hen-party\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Ideas For Hosting The Ultimate Summer Hen Party"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>If your pre-wedding\u00a0celebrations happen to fall during the summer months, then you are in for a treat with a generous range of fun-filled ideas available to you. Hen parties often run the risk of all becoming a little &#8216;samey&#8217;. So if you want yours to stand out from the crowd and leave a lasting impression on your main ladies, you&#8217;ve come to the right place.<\/p>\n<p>We caught up with Jonathan, owner of\u00a0HenorStag.com, who shared some inspiration for planning the most epic summer hen party ever!<\/p>\n<h2>Life\u2019s A Beach<\/h2>\n<p>If you are lucky enough to get good weather during your weekend away, then a trip to the beach should be on the cards. Sunbathing with a cocktail in your hand, followed by a refreshing ice cream is guaranteed to be a fabulous day for all. Your group will be looking Instagram ready armed with stylish straw hats and aviator sunglasses &#8211; don&#8217;t forget those mandatory swan pool floats! If you&#8217;re searching for a more thrilling activity, go the extra mile and\u00a0book some surfing lessons.<\/p>\n<div class=\"gallery overflow\"><div class=\"grid\"><div class=\"col-1-1 mob-col-1-1 tiny-col-1-1\"><div class=\"gallery-image gcl-1\"><a class=\"lightbox\" alt=\"Summer Hen Party\" title=\"Summer Hen Party\" href=\"https:\/\/weddingdates.ie\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/tomas-salas-81161-1600x1067-1000x667.jpg\" data-imagelightbox=\"f\"><img decoding=\"async\"   src=\"https:\/\/weddingdates.ie\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/tomas-salas-81161-1600x1067-1000x667.jpg\"><\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"col-1-1 mob-col-1-1 tiny-col-1-1\"><div class=\"gallery-image gcl-1\"><a class=\"lightbox\" alt=\"jerry-kiesewetter-192478 (1600x1060)\" title=\"jerry-kiesewetter-192478 (1600x1060)\" href=\"https:\/\/weddingdates.ie\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/jerry-kiesewetter-192478-1600x1060-1000x663.jpg\" data-imagelightbox=\"f\"><img decoding=\"async\"   src=\"https:\/\/weddingdates.ie\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/jerry-kiesewetter-192478-1600x1060-1000x663.jpg\"><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<h2>Outdoor Activities<\/h2>\n<p>Whether you are looking to stay on dry land or venture onto the water, take advantage of the rugged Irish landscape and plan an experience your hens won&#8217;t forget in a hurry. Exciting\u00a0outdoor activities such as\u00a0zip-lining, zorbing, kayaking, and rock-climbing will instantly\u00a0boost your adrenaline ahead of refueling with a cheeky cocktail later in the evening. For something alternative yet leisurely, a forest segway experience or a themed treasure hunt is sure to get plenty of laughs.<\/p>\n<div class=\"gallery overflow\"><div class=\"grid\"><div class=\"col-1-1 mob-col-1-1 tiny-col-1-1\"><div class=\"gallery-image gcl-1\"><a class=\"lightbox\" alt=\"Summer Hen Party\" title=\"Summer Hen Party\" href=\"https:\/\/weddingdates.ie\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/kalen-emsley-94118-1600x1067-1000x667.jpg\" data-imagelightbox=\"f\"><img decoding=\"async\"   src=\"https:\/\/weddingdates.ie\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/kalen-emsley-94118-1600x1067-1000x667.jpg\"><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<h2>Festival Vibes<\/h2>\n<p>With festival season in full swing during those warmer months, why not gather your hens and cross the experience off your bucket list. We&#8217;re spoiled for choice when it comes to top notch festivals in the UK and Ireland. If your taste is more mainstream when it comes to music, Glastonbury and Electric Picnic should be your top choice. But if you&#8217;re looking for something a little more chilled back with an indie vibe, Longitude or Indiependence will be right up your street. For a splash\u00a0of luxury and comfort, check in to a nearby hotel instead of slumming it in bog standard camping facilities. Only the best will do for the bride-to-be!<\/p>\n<div class=\"gallery overflow\"><div class=\"grid\"><div class=\"col-1-1 mob-col-1-1 tiny-col-1-1\"><div class=\"gallery-image gcl-1\"><a class=\"lightbox\" alt=\"Summer Hen Party\" title=\"Summer Hen Party\" href=\"https:\/\/weddingdates.ie\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/maxime-bhm-110039-1600x789-1000x493.jpg\" data-imagelightbox=\"f\"><img decoding=\"async\"   src=\"https:\/\/weddingdates.ie\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/maxime-bhm-110039-1600x789-1000x493.jpg\"><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"gallery overflow\"><div class=\"grid\"><div class=\"col-1-2 mob-col-1-2 tiny-col-1-2\"><div class=\"gallery-image gcl-2\"><a class=\"lightbox\" alt=\"Summer Hen Party\" title=\"Summer Hen Party\" href=\"https:\/\/weddingdates.ie\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/andrea-enriquez-cousino-3278-1600x1071-1000x669.jpg\" data-imagelightbox=\"f\"><img decoding=\"async\"   src=\"https:\/\/weddingdates.ie\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/andrea-enriquez-cousino-3278-1600x1071-475x475.jpg\"><\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"col-1-2 mob-col-1-2 tiny-col-1-2\"><div class=\"gallery-image gcl-2\"><a class=\"lightbox\" alt=\"Summer Hen Party\" title=\"Summer Hen Party\" href=\"https:\/\/weddingdates.ie\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/maxime-bhm-110038-1600x1067-1000x667.jpg\" data-imagelightbox=\"f\"><img decoding=\"async\"   src=\"https:\/\/weddingdates.ie\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/maxime-bhm-110038-1600x1067-475x475.jpg\"><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<h2>Laid Back BBQ<\/h2>\n<p>For those of you hoping to host your celebration in the comfort of their own home, a backyard BBQ is definitely the call of the day. A vast array of tasty bites, champagne on ice and some of your favourite tunes blasting in the background will set the scene nicely. This is the perfect option for all ages; the mother-of-the bride and your pals alike. It&#8217;s an ideal opportunity to catch up on all the last-minute wedding gossip before the big day arrives.<\/p>\n<div class=\"gallery overflow\"><div class=\"grid\"><div class=\"col-1-1 mob-col-1-1 tiny-col-1-1\"><div class=\"gallery-image gcl-1\"><a class=\"lightbox\" alt=\"Summer Hen Party\" title=\"Summer Hen Party\" href=\"https:\/\/weddingdates.ie\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/kirsty-tg-146655-1600x1067-1000x667.jpg\" data-imagelightbox=\"f\"><img decoding=\"async\"   src=\"https:\/\/weddingdates.ie\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/kirsty-tg-146655-1600x1067-1000x667.jpg\"><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<h2>Luxury Boat Party<\/h2>\n<p>Living the mermaid life! If a seaside getaway and a nautical theme sounds like bliss, then hop aboard a plush party boat to kick-start your celebrations. Most\u00a0boats offer a fully licensed\u00a0bar, live entertainment, tasty nibbles and relaxing indoor and outdoor facilities. The perfect excuse to party like a celeb all day long!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"If your pre-wedding\u00a0celebrations happen to fall during the summer months, then you are in for a treat with a generous range of fun-filled ideas available to you. Hen parties often run the risk of all becoming a little &#8216;samey&#8217;. So if you want yours to stand out from the crowd and leave a lasting impression on your main ladies, you&#8217;ve come to the right place. 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