Cambridge hen do

8 Best Cambridge Hen Do Ideas

1. Champagne Punting - We've taken punting and elevated to a whole new level of fab!
2. Afternoon Tea - Treat yourselves to a spot of Afternoon Tea like the high-end hens you are.
3. Pampering Day - The perfect cure for any sore heads and a great stress buster for the bride!
4. Cocktail Mixing - Know your Cosmo from your Bramble as you mix, taste, learn and taste!
5. Wine Tasting - Learn the fine art of wine tasting as you sample a variety of vinos!
6. Mega Water Sports - Time to get wet and wild, ladies! Take on some chaotic challenges!
7. Escape Room - Tackle an eerie Escape Room as you try to bust out before you're trapped!
8. Burlesque Lessons - Cheeky, funny and a whole lot of WOW. Get ready to dazzle!

Where to Drink in Cambridge

King Street is home to a number of traditional pub venues where a homebrew or two can be found if you're after the true tipple of Cambridge. In fact, there are several brew-pubs dotted around the city which, to us, sounds like a hen-challenge!
This beautiful city is easy to explore by foot, so a short wander from the city-centre will have you bumping into all sort of vibrant cocktail bars or wine merchants. Underground speakeasy lounges are harder to find but worth the hunt for an exclusive night out. Up near Magdalene College, and amongst several punting stations, you'll find a cluster of riverside watering holes to check out after you've been for a glorious punt on the Cam. On a sunny day, it's pure bliss up here!

Sights & Sounds

Sights - No trip to Cambridge is complete without a trip on a punt. But forget the strawberries and cream, try our champagne punting hen do.

Should any of the girls wake-up suffering from a little overindulgence from the night before Cambridge University Garden has over 40 beautiful acres to enjoy fresh air and soak up some rejuvenating rays.

Sounds - For top sounds, great laughs and fantastic drinks Vinyl is the city's premier nightclub and THE place to party. Situated in the city centre the club has exceptionally drinkable cocktails and a state-of-the-art sound system. This superb venue has something to suit all tastes (although, rumour has it, there ain't no party like an S-club party). But don't waste time queuing, GoHen can arrange night club entry in Cambridge for your whole hen party.

Best Shopping Spots

Jemporium Vintage - Lovers of vintage fashion are in for a treat at Jemporium. Superb vintage and pre-owned designer labels.
Rejuvinate - Why aren't there more shops like this in the world? A real Aladdin's cave of curios, retro and vintage treasures.
Grafton Centre - If you prefer High St brand names you'll find all the usual suspects at The Grafton.

Getting Around Cambridge

Thankfully most of the city centre has been pedestrianised making it easy to get around in the evenings and it is very heel friendly. All our hotels are located in the city centre keeping you in the thick of the action.
If you do want to travel further afield a MegaRider ticket will give you unlimited travel during your stay.
Alternatively, you can go native and hire a bike from City Cycle Hire for some hen party pedal power.
However, the most sophisticated and enjoyable ways to see Cambridge is with a Champagne Punt along the river.

Hen Days

From energetic Dance Classes to calorific Afternoon Tea, a Cambridge hen do has more variety than you can swing a diploma at. Thirsty hens can enjoy Cocktail Mixing Classes or if you'd prefer to detox you can enjoy an all-out pampering day. We have over 50 Cambridge hen party activities to choose from.

Hen Nights

Cambridge has indeed been home to some real brainiacs: Jimmy Carr, Mel Giedroyc, Stephen Fry, Carol Vorderman. So it could be the perfect place to put your grey matter to the test on a hilarious Murder Mystery Dinner or for more laughs and slap up grub you can enjoy a Butler in the Buff. But once the dancing starts, make sure you're not waiting in line, we can arrange Guest List Nightclub Entry to the city's hottest clubs.

Quickfire Cambridge FAQs

Why visit Cambridge for my hen weekend?

Cambridge's nightlife is a hidden gem. If delicious cocktails and classy bars fit your description of a fun evening, then you'll love Cambridge. The city itself is also super stunning and there's a range of fun hen adventures to make your weekend truly memorable.

When is the best time to visit Cambridge?

Here at GoHen, we help you think two steps ahead of hens who go solo. Whilst you can have an incredible time all year round, June to August are a great shout as you'll be grabbing yourself all the amazing bar and club discounts since the students won't be there to claim them.

Is Cambridge walkable?

Cambridge is very compact and has the added benefit of being very flat, which makes it an easy city to walk through without having to climb your way to the pub or roll downhill to the car park.

How many days should I spend in Cambridge on a hen do?

50% of our hens heading to Cambridge head there for 3+ days so they have enough time to really enjoy all this superb city has to offer.

It's time for a hen party in Cambridge!

The beautiful, historic city of Cambridge is an ideal location for any classy hen weekend. The city centre is a blend of historic buildings with a commitment to excellence, elegance and modern living and a lively, student driven nightlife that creates an appealing, temptingly relaxed atmosphere. It's got everything girls could need for a chic, sophisticated weekend and gives you all the chance to toast the bride to be in style! Enquire now to get your Cambridge hen party started.

Why: reasons to celebrate a Cambridge hen do

For a relaxed and stylish hen party, Cambridge is ideal! It's a small enough city to make sure that none of your guests feel overwhelmed and so it's perfect for you and the girls to easily navigate and enjoy. However, as a cultural force in British history and as a thriving student town currently, Cambridge is plenty large enough to offer you and the girls a huge range of exciting options! The city itself is well worth a visit, with more than 3.5 million visitors a year travelling in to experience its delights. The colleges and architecture are a gorgeous backdrop to any hen weekend and make for wonderful walks between activities. The Quayside by the River Cam in the heart of the city offers a wonderful opportunity to unwind in style - head there after an active morning and enjoy river cruises, punting, riverside bars and restaurants. This classy and cool city can most certainly offer you a quality Cambridge hen party!

What: planning your hen party in Cambridge?

Between the day and night activities, GoHen offers over 50 things to do in Cambridge, meaning that you and the girls will be able to find the perfect activity to suit everyone! Although a Cambridge hen party does provide hen staples such as cocktail mixing and dance classes, gorgeous Cambridge is a really great city to try out some of our more leisurely, classic activities. Take advantage of the beautiful Cambridgeshire countryside with a relaxed outdoor activity like archery or golf and then try Market Square right in the centre of town, flanked by Cambridge's main shopping streets which will give you the chance to exercise a little hen weekend retail therapy! For a cracking Cambridge weekend, you hens could even take a relaxing cruise along the River Cam! You'll be in the perfect frame of mind for enjoying your big night out - and with our fantastic nightlife options like Butlers in the Buff and guest list nightclubbing, it will be a big one!

Shop: Cambridge shopping areas & recommendations

As well as offering a fabulous range of independent boutiques and stores, Cambridge is also home to a number of excellent shopping centres, offering all the retail therapy you need under one roof! Check out the Lion Yard Shopping Centre which is situated right in the centre of Cambridge and has over 35 outlets including Accessorize, Miss Selfridge and Kew all offering great fashion solutions. Alternatively have an explore of the Grand Arcade on your Cambridge hen weekend, the contemporary arcade boasts over 50 great shops, cafes and restaurants including the largest John Lewis department store in the region. Also worth a visit is The Grafton, a shopping centre with over 60 stores, a multiscreen cinema and a variety of cafes and restaurants to keep you busy for an hour or two! Don't forget to mix in some activities to stop the hens getting tired feet.

How: Getting to Cambridge?

There are trains running frequently from a few of the major towns in the UK, like London or Birmingham, and regular buses to take you from the train station to the city centre. Coaches also run from a few of the major cities; again including London and Birmingham, as well as Oxford. Parking in the city isn't always the easiest, as much of the area is pedestrianised. If you do decide to drive to your Cambridge hen accommodation and you're coming from a London direction, it's the M11, or if you're driving down from the north, the A1.

Stay: Choosing your Cambridge accommodation

Where you stay in Cambridge is really important as being close to all the best shops, activities and nightlife on offer is essential. Fortunately we've put in the hard work and done the research and we've found the best group-friendly options, so whichever option you choose, a great nights stay will come as standard! If you're cutting costs, go for our comfortable 2 star hotel, or our 3 star options are the most popular with hen parties? However, it's not every day that you and your best friends embark on a hen party, so you could even push the boat out and enjoy a luxurious 4 star hotel! See more information on hen party accommodation in Cambridge.

Party: Where Cambridge hen parties head after dark

In Cambridge, you'll encounter an eclectic group of pubs, bars and restaurants, all with a great atmosphere and lively vibes. If you fancy a look at the pub scene, head to King Street, which used to be home to the King St. Run where Cambridge students would have to run between all the pubs, stopping at each to down a pint! Have a go if you like by all means but luckily, this tradition is not compulsory. Nowadays, there's simply a fantastic selection of cosy pubs which enjoy picturesque scenery to enjoy. The main night-time district of choice in the city though is Grantchester where you'll be able to find a good selection of bars and then it's on to the town centre where all the best clubs and late night venues come to life. Why not enjoy an evening of sexy Butlers in the Buff or a murder mystery night, followed by our ever-popular guest list nightclubbing? We have plenty of amazing options for your hen night out in Cambridge.

When: A good time to visit Cambridge

When it comes to events, Cambridge excels, with a variety of great festivals occurring all year round. In September, there's the Cambridge Film Festival, and November sees both the literary Wordfest, as well as the Cambridge Urban Festival, which brings graffiti, street dance and ultimate Frisbee to this usually restrained city! In April, the Wordfest hits the streets again, and in May there's the delicious Eat Cambridge food festival. In summer things really kick off, with heavyweights like the Cambridge Shakespeare Festival occurring in the University gardens and Jazz and Brass coming to the parks of Cambridge. In June, see the Buskers and Street Performers Festival, the Strawberry Fair, and the Midsummer Fair. Music dominates in July, with both the Cambridge Folk Festival and the Big Weekend and the summer rounds off in August with another Urban Festival. There's so much to see whenever you visit Cambridge!