Harrogate Hen Night Ideas

When planning your hen night in the North, look no further than Harrogate. This gem in the Yorkshire Dales really does promise a night out to remember! With so much on offer, you can't fail to find something that meets the entire group's needs, whether you decide to celebrate with an evening of sexy hen hosts wearing nothing much at all, or you'd prefer to find out 'whodunit' during a murder mystery night, there's something for everyone!

Your guide to hen nights in Harrogate

Harrogate may seem traditional and quiet during the daytime, but don't be fooled - as soon as the sun sets, it becomes a really great place to enjoy some top quality food, tasty cocktails and really let your hair down. You can rest assured that there's more than enough to keep your whole group partying until the early hours, and plenty of ways to make the night extra special!

Bars and Pubs

There are so many places to grab a drink when night falls in Harrogate that you might find it difficult to choose! There are cosy traditional pubs, trendy bars to order up some tasty cocktails as well as relaxed, laid-back joints all over town. The fashionable Montpellier Quarter, close to the Royal Parade, is home to a great selection of fine places to drink. Head to The Blues Bar and Café, which offers fantastic live music every single night, or take a step back into the past at Hales Bar, which is Harrogate's oldest public house, dating back to the 17th century. The Montpellier Pub, The Fat Badger and the Old Bell Tavern are all great cosy spots to visit too. For something a little more trendy, try The Place Bistro in Crown Place or there's even a couple of chain favourites in town which are perfect pre-club. Get a real taste of Yorkshire when you drink in Harrogate's wonderful, friendly locals or experience a taste of the high life in one of its many modern bars.

Love Harrogate

There's plenty going on in Harrogate at night, even if you don't feel like drinking or dancing in the many bars and clubs. Take a walk around the extremely picturesque centre and admire the stunning, award-winning floral displays which decorate this Yorkshire town to perfection. If you fancy sitting back and relaxing in front of some quality theatre, the beautiful, Edwardian Royal Hall in Harrogate or equally stunning Harrogate Theatre is the place for you. Catch a ballet, music from big names like Daniel O' Donnell and comedy from household names like Jimmy Carr, Phill Jupitus and Pam Ayres in old-school splendour.

Getting Around Harrogate

The town centre of Harrogate is very small and compact, making it really easy to navigate on foot. Our accommodation options are located very close to all the action, meaning that you're not likely to need transport at all. If you don't fancy tottering from your hotel to the club in high heels however, taxis are always available for a couple of pounds - book ahead and use one of GoHen's trusted firms. If necessary, we can also organise any necessary transfers for you and your group.

Party Life in Harrogate

Clubs in Harrogate are well known for their consistently warm, friendly vibe - you'll feel right at home dancing the night away in its great selection of nightlife spots with the town's cheerful locals. Enjoy chilled out funky house, the latest chart releases or club classics across the town. Live music in Harrogate is also second to none, so look out for various venues offering up rocking new bands as well as quality world-class acts to dance along to. With 4 major clubs in this lively Yorkshire town, there's plenty to keep you boogying until the small hours! Although Harrogate may be small, its nightlife certainly packs a punch, with clubs often staying open until 4am.

Harrogate Hotspots

Aside from the many charming, cosy, local pubs to be found in picturesque Harrogate, there's also a really great selection of stylish and modern bars to be found. Hit up the town's handful of well-loved chain watering holes which are sure to keep your group happy, or check out cult favourite Montey's Rock Café on The Gimmel, voted Harrogate's best bar time and time again, and listen to some excellent live music over a drink or two. Funky Lure Bar offers great drinks deals in a trendy, vibrant spot which stays open late whilst CJ's Retro Bar is home to great cheesy 70s and 80s tunes as well as reasonable prices on all your favourite tipples. When you're looking for something a little special, head to the charming Banyan Bar on John Street. Their cocktail menu rivals some of the best out there, offering inspired drinks such as the chilli and cucumber margarita, a honey daiquiri and the tropical 'Zoolander' full of fruity flavours, as well as all the traditional classic favourites. When night falls, there are plenty of classy joints to choose from in Harrogate's buzzing party scene.

Harrogate Bites

Gourmets and food lovers are in for a real treat in Harrogate, as practically every local pub or street corner holds a culinary teat of some variety in over 100 different restaurants! For quality French cuisine, Mirabelle is well loved by tourists and locals alike or even try out The Blue Nile on Montpellier Parade for some exotic Egyptian dishes. Italian, Chinese, Mongolian and Spanish food is all to be found in Harrogate, too, but stick to the flavours of delicious Wensleydale cheese, rhubarb and traditional roasts for a real taste of Yorkshire. When you book with GoHen, we can add tasty group meals in a wide variety of popular eateries to your package - guaranteed to keep everyone happy!

Party the night away with GoHen

Harrogate really is the jewel in the crown of stunning North Yorkshire and a totally classy and laid back spot to enjoy with your group at any time of the year. Be whisked to your chosen club or bar in a glitzy limousine, guess whodunit at a hilarious murder mystery or enjoy evening entertainment from a very sexy hen host wearing nothing but an apron! With fantastic packages on offer in this Yorkshire town, you're sure to find your perfect Harrogate hen night when you book with GoHen. There's plenty on offer, but if none of our ready-made package options sound quite perfect to you, simply contact us and we'll be happy to help you craft your own personalised hen night in Harrogate. Here's to a fantastic time in Harrogate, the stylish and picturesque spa town which is laid back by day, but really comes alive at night!