
Renoufs Cheese and Wine Bar
23 High St, Lyndhurst SO43 7BE, UK
Renoufs Cheese and Wine Bar is a popular restaurant with a 4.7 star rating and is good for groups. Perfect for including in your hen party itinerary.
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Southampton Central station is 1 hour 20 minutes from London Waterloo by direct South Western Railway train, and Ocean Village Marina puts the group at the waterfront within a 15-minute walk of the station.
2 Nights
Typical minimum booking requirement
£177 - £178
Per person for a 2-night weekend
Prices are approximate and vary based on season, group size, and specific property. Check individual listings for exact rates.
Top Hen Party Destination
Plan your hen weekend in Southampton with practical local guidance and verified stays.
Groups who want a Southampton base with local character, practical logistics and a weekend that suits the destination's natural strengths.
Groups expecting a radically different destination type or weekend style than what Southampton naturally delivers.
Southampton weekend with local attractions, accommodation base and plans shaped around the destination's authentic character.
Plan ahead — see when hen parties book most often in Southampton
Steady spring demand from city break and group bookings; Easter weekend and bank holidays see above-average occupancy as Southampton is an easy London day or overnight trip.
Summer is the busiest period with the port in full operation and day-trippers for the New Forest and Isle of Wight ferries — but less sharply peaked than coastal resort towns.
The Southampton Boat Show (September) creates an unusual demand spike; after the show, autumn is moderate with decent value available for October and November bookings.
Southampton holds its demand better in winter than purely rural locations — the theatre programme, indoor markets and consistent transport links mean group stays remain viable year-round.
Southampton's role as a major transport hub means it's genuinely easy for groups travelling from different directions — the airport, two mainline rail stations, and motorway junctions make coordinating arrivals straightforward.
Best for: Mixed-age groups, accessible budget hens, groups from multiple locations
Ocean Village Marina for waterfront brunch and bar terraces, the SeaCity Museum's Titanic exhibition, a walk along the medieval Old Town walls, and the Mayflower Theatre for evening shows.
Weekend tone: Urban, relaxed, accessible
Properties within 20 minutes' walk of Southampton Central station maximise the group's transport options — taxis and the city bus network cover the rest, and the Old Town and Marina are within walking distance.
Planning edge: Book the Mayflower Theatre or Nuffield Southampton Theatres for Saturday evening if the group wants a show
The Southampton Boat Show (September at Ocean Village) is a major international event that fills city-centre accommodation well in advance — avoid or book early if your weekend falls during it.
Peak season: Summer; September (Southampton Boat Show)
Location Information
Southampton is a working port city rather than a polished heritage destination — and for the right hen group, that directness is exactly the appeal. Ocean Village Marina has some excellent bar terraces, the Old Town retains two miles of medieval walls, and the SeaCity Museum covers the Titanic story with genuine depth. The city's transport connections are outstanding: London Waterloo in 80 minutes by train, Southampton Airport for arrivals from further afield, and the M3 and M27 converging outside the centre.
Southampton suits budget-conscious or mixed-age groups who want a city base with decent nightlife, easy transport access and good value accommodation. It works for groups arriving from different parts of the country because the transport hub status genuinely helps. It does NOT suit groups whose primary goal is elegant heritage, upscale boutique hotels or a curated 'beautiful city' atmosphere — Winchester (13 miles north) delivers all of that significantly better.
Southampton Central station is served by South Western Railway with direct trains from London Waterloo in approximately 1 hour 20 minutes. Southampton Airport (Eastleigh, 4 miles north) has domestic and short-haul European connections. The M3 and M27 motorways provide easy road access. Within the city, the main attractions are walkable from the centre, and Uber and taxis are readily available for evenings.
The SeaCity Museum's Titanic exhibition (free entry to permanent collection) is genuinely well done and gives a morning of real substance. Ocean Village Marina has good waterfront bars and restaurants for afternoon drinking. The medieval Old Town walls (free to walk) and God's House Tower arts venue are underrated. The New Forest is 20 miles — easily viable as a day trip for forest cycling at Burley or Lyndhurst. Paultons Park (Peppa Pig World) is 10 miles north for groups with children — less relevant for pure hen parties.
For groups focused on nightlife and the city centre, properties near the Portswood or Bedford Place areas (both within 20 minutes of the centre) give good value. Ocean Village properties are more expensive but put the group on the waterfront. Groups wanting a quieter base with New Forest day-trip access might look at properties in the Totton or Lyndhurst direction, 10–15 miles out.
HEN PARTY ACTIVITIES & VENUES
Discover the best bars, restaurants, spas, and activities for hen parties in Southampton.

23 High St, Lyndhurst SO43 7BE, UK
Renoufs Cheese and Wine Bar is a popular restaurant with a 4.7 star rating and is good for groups. Perfect for including in your hen party itinerary.
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17 Lower Banister St, Southampton SO15 2EH, UK
Popworld - Southampton is a popular bar with a 4.6 star rating with moderate prices and is good for groups. Perfect for including in your hen party itinerary.
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South Unit WM03, Lower level, West St, Southampton SO15 1DE, UK
Boom Battle Bar Southampton is a popular bar with a 4.6 star rating with moderate prices and is good for groups. Perfect for including in your hen party itinerary.
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134 Bevois Valley Rd, Southampton SO14 0JZ, UK
The Hobbit Pub is a popular bar with a 4.6 star rating with budget-friendly prices and is good for groups. Perfect for including in your hen party itinerary.
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Town Quay, Southampton SO14 2AR, UK
Dancing Man Brewery is a popular restaurant with a 4.5 star rating with moderate prices. Perfect for including in your hen party itinerary.
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Old Romsey Rd, Cadnam, Southampton SO40 2NP, UK
Rated 4.5/5, The White Hart pub offers a lively cocktail bar vibe perfect for group-friendly hen party fun at a moderate price!
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2 Boult Bee Cottages, Emery Down, Lyndhurst SO43 7DY, UK
New Forest Inn Lyndhurst is a popular restaurant with a 4.5 star rating with moderate prices and is good for groups. Perfect for including in your hen party itinerary.
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Canterton Ln, Brook, Hampshire SO43 7HE, UK
Green Dragon is a popular restaurant with a 4.5 star rating with moderate prices and is good for groups. Perfect for including in your hen party itinerary.
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Chilworth Rd, Chilworth, Southampton SO16 7JZ, UK
Chilworth Arms Southampton is a popular restaurant with a 4.4 star rating with upscale prices and is good for groups. Perfect for including in your hen party itinerary.
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Greatbridge Rd, Romsey SO51 0HB, UK
The Duke on the Test is a popular restaurant with a 4.4 star rating with moderate prices and is good for groups. Perfect for including in your hen party itinerary.
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Shawford Rd, Winchester SO21 2BP, UK
The Bridge Inn is a popular restaurant with a 4.3 star rating with moderate prices and is good for groups. Perfect for including in your hen party itinerary.
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Hampshire, The Common, Southampton SO15 7NN, UK
The Cowherds is a popular bar with a 4.2 star rating with moderate prices and is good for groups. Perfect for including in your hen party itinerary.
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166 Above Bar St, Southampton SO14 7DU, UK
The Scholars Arms is a popular restaurant with a 4.1 star rating with moderate prices and is good for groups. Perfect for including in your hen party itinerary.
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Adanac Dr, Southampton SO16 0AU, UK
Walnut Tree Farm - Dining & Carvery is a popular restaurant with a 4.1 star rating with budget-friendly prices and is good for groups. Perfect for including in your hen party itinerary.
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30 High St, Southampton SO14 2DF, UK
The Standing Order - JD Wetherspoon is a popular bar with a 4.0 star rating with budget-friendly prices and is good for groups. Perfect for including in your hen party itinerary.
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175 Lyndhurst Rd, Ashurst, Southampton SO40 7AR, UK
Merritts Coffee Lounge is a popular restaurant with a 4.8 star rating. Perfect for including in your hen party itinerary.
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Beaulieu Rd, Dibden Purlieu, Southampton SO45 4PT, UK
The Coffee House is a popular café with a 4.7 star rating with budget-friendly prices and is good for groups. Perfect for including in your hen party itinerary.
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John Montagu Building, Beaulieu, Brockenhurst SO42 7ZN, UK
National Motor Museum, Beaulieu is a popular tourist attraction with a 4.7 star rating. Perfect for including in your hen party itinerary.
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High St, Beaulieu, Brockenhurst SO42 7YA, UK
Pallets Tea and Coffee House is a popular restaurant with a 4.7 star rating. Perfect for including in your hen party itinerary.
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Beaulieu Rd, Lyndhurst SO43 7FZ, UK
Rated 4.7/5, Lime Wood Hotel offers luxe afternoon tea and spa experiences perfect for intimate hen parties. Prices vary.
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NCI Stone Point c\o: HCC, Office Country Park, Lepe, Southampton SO45 1AD, UK
Lepe Beach is a popular tourist attraction with a 4.7 star rating. Perfect for including in your hen party itinerary.
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3 Merriemeade Parade, Dibden Purlieu, Southampton SO45 4PY, UK
Nova forest kitchen is a popular restaurant with a 4.6 star rating and is good for groups. Perfect for including in your hen party itinerary.
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Exbury, Southampton SO45 1AF, UK
Exbury Gardens & Steam Railway is a popular garden with a 4.6 star rating. Perfect for including in your hen party itinerary.
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65 High St, Lyndhurst SO43 7BE, UK
The Greenwood Tree is a popular café with a 4.6 star rating with moderate prices and is good for groups. Perfect for including in your hen party itinerary.
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39 High St, Lyndhurst SO43 7BE, UK
The Forage is a popular restaurant with a 4.6 star rating with moderate prices and is good for groups. Perfect for including in your hen party itinerary.
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20 High St, Lyndhurst SO43 7BD, UK
Mettricks Lyndhurst is a popular café with a 4.6 star rating. Perfect for including in your hen party itinerary.
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6 Bedford Pl, Southampton SO15 2DB, UK
Halladays Tea Rooms is a popular restaurant with a 4.5 star rating with moderate prices. Perfect for including in your hen party itinerary.
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5 Maritime Walk, Southampton SO14 3QT, UK
Harbour Hotel Southampton is a popular hotel with a 4.5 star rating. Perfect for including in your hen party itinerary.
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Palace Ln, Beaulieu, Brockenhurst SO42 7ZL, UK
The Montagu Arms Hotel is a popular restaurant with a 4.5 star rating. Perfect for including in your hen party itinerary.
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Market Pl, Romsey SO51 8ZJ, UK
The White Horse Hotel is a popular restaurant with a 4.5 star rating. Perfect for including in your hen party itinerary.
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26 High St, Lyndhurst SO43 7BG, UK
4.5/5 Tea Time Treat! The Lyndhurst Tea House offers charming tearoom vibes. Perfect for intimate hen chats over tea. Moderate pricing!
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Pikes Hill, Pikeshill, Lyndhurst SO43 7AS, UK
Waterloo Arms is a popular restaurant with a 4.5 star rating with moderate prices and is good for groups. Perfect for including in your hen party itinerary.
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9 High St, Lyndhurst SO43 7NF, UK
The Crown Manor House Hotel is a popular hotel with a 4.5 star rating. Perfect for including in your hen party itinerary.
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B3055, Brockenhurst SO42 7QL, UK
The Pig is a popular restaurant with a 4.5 star rating. Perfect for including in your hen party itinerary.
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Country Park, Lepe, Southampton SO45 1AD, UK
Lepe Country Park is a popular tourist attraction with a 4.5 star rating. Perfect for including in your hen party itinerary.
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37 High St, Hythe, Southampton SO45 6AG, UK
Seashells Bar & Restaurant is a popular restaurant with a 4.4 star rating with moderate prices and is good for groups. Perfect for including in your hen party itinerary.
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Coldeast Dr, Sarisbury, Southampton SO31 7PT, UK
Orange Grove Hotel & Gardens is a popular restaurant with a 4.4 star rating with moderate prices. Perfect for including in your hen party itinerary.
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Balmer Lawn Hotel, Lyndhurst Rd, Brockenhurst SO42 7ZB, UK
Balmer Lawn Hotel & The New Forest Spa | Brockenhurst is a popular restaurant with a 4.4 star rating. Perfect for including in your hen party itinerary.
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Pikes Hill, Lyndhurst SO43 7AS, UK
Forest Lodge Hotel is a popular restaurant with a 4.3 star rating. Perfect for including in your hen party itinerary.
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Hill Top Nursery, Beaulieu Rd, Hill Top, Beaulieu, Brockenhurst SO42 7YR, UK
Royal Oak is a popular restaurant with a 4.2 star rating with moderate prices and is good for groups. Perfect for including in your hen party itinerary.
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Rookery Ave, Whiteley, Fareham PO15 7AJ, UK
Solent Hotel & Spa is a popular spa with a 4.2 star rating. Perfect for including in your hen party itinerary.
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Bucklers Hard, Beaulieu, Brockenhurst SO42 7XB, UK
Master Builder's House Hotel is a popular restaurant with a 4.2 star rating. Perfect for including in your hen party itinerary.
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22 High St, Hythe, Southampton SO45 6AH, UK
Costa Coffee is a popular café with a 4.1 star rating with moderate prices and is good for groups. Perfect for including in your hen party itinerary.
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159-161 Hampton Ln, Blackfield, Southampton SO45 1WE, UK
New Forest Bistro is a popular restaurant with a 4.0 star rating with budget-friendly prices and is good for groups. Perfect for including in your hen party itinerary.
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114-118 Bevois Valley Rd, Southampton SO14 0JZ, UK
Clowns Wine Bar and Jesters Nightclub is a popular bar with a 4.4 star rating with budget-friendly prices and is good for groups. Perfect for including in your hen party itinerary.
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Compton Walk, Southampton SO14 0BH, UK
The Edge & The Box Bar is a popular nightclub with a 4.2 star rating with moderate prices and is good for groups. Perfect for including in your hen party itinerary.
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Unit 2 Pylewell Rd, Hythe, Southampton SO45 6AP, UK
The Thai Corner Restaurant is a popular restaurant with a 4.8 star rating with moderate prices and is good for groups. Perfect for including in your hen party itinerary.
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West Quay, Unit WM17, Harbour Parade, Southampton SO15 1QF, UK
Wingstop Southampton is a popular restaurant with a 4.7 star rating with moderate prices and is good for groups. Perfect for including in your hen party itinerary.
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124 Hampton Ln, Blackfield, Southampton SO45 1WE, UK
Zoutorias Limited is a popular restaurant with a 4.7 star rating with moderate prices. Perfect for including in your hen party itinerary.
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36 High St, Lyndhurst SO43 7BG, UK
New Forest's Finest Fish & Chips is a popular restaurant with a 4.7 star rating and is good for groups. Perfect for including in your hen party itinerary.
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24 High St, Lyndhurst SO43 7BG, UK
Chiang Mai Thai is a popular restaurant with a 4.7 star rating and is good for groups. Perfect for including in your hen party itinerary.
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6b High St, Hythe, Southampton SO45 6AH, UK
Amalfi is a popular restaurant with a 4.6 star rating and is good for groups. Perfect for including in your hen party itinerary.
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Beaulieu Rd, Lyndhurst SO43 7FZ, UK
Hartnett Holder & Co is a popular restaurant with a 4.6 star rating and is good for groups. Perfect for including in your hen party itinerary.
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Southampton Rd, Lyndhurst SO43 7BQ, UK
La Pergola Restaurant is a popular restaurant with a 4.6 star rating with moderate prices and is good for groups. Perfect for including in your hen party itinerary.
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2 Romsey Rd, Lyndhurst SO43 7AA, UK
Dolce Vita Italian Restaurant is a popular restaurant with a 4.6 star rating with moderate prices and is good for groups. Perfect for including in your hen party itinerary.
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Providence Hill, Bursledon, Southampton SO31 8DW, UK
Miller & Carter Southampton is a popular restaurant with a 4.5 star rating with moderate prices and is good for groups. Perfect for including in your hen party itinerary.
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109 Long Ln, Holbury, Southampton SO45 2ND, UK
Holbury Fish Bar is a popular restaurant with a 4.5 star rating with budget-friendly prices and is good for groups. Perfect for including in your hen party itinerary.
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268 Woodlands Rd, Woodlands, Southampton SO40 7GH, UK
The Gamekeeper is a popular restaurant with a 4.4 star rating with moderate prices and is good for groups. Perfect for including in your hen party itinerary.
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3-5 Romsey Rd, Lyndhurst SO43 7AA, UK
Passage To India is a popular restaurant with a 4.4 star rating with moderate prices and is good for groups. Perfect for including in your hen party itinerary.
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1 Bridge Rd, Park Gate, Southampton SO31 7GD, UK
Kams Palace is a popular restaurant with a 4.3 star rating with moderate prices and is good for groups. Perfect for including in your hen party itinerary.
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Lone Barn Studios, Stanbridge Ln, Awbridge, Romsey SO51 0HE, UK
5/5 Ayano Spa offers serene relaxation, ideal for intimate hen parties. Various price options for a pampering escape. Perfect for small groups!
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Botley Rd, West End, Southampton SO30 3XH, UK
Hilton Southampton - Utilita Bowl is a popular spa with a 4.4 star rating. Perfect for including in your hen party itinerary.
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Lyndhurst Rd, Brockenhurst SO42 7QH, UK
New Park Manor is a popular restaurant with a 4.4 star rating. Perfect for including in your hen party itinerary.
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Barnes Ln, Sarisbury Green, Southampton SO31 7BJ, UK
Holly Hill Leisure Centre is a popular spa with a 4.1 star rating. Perfect for including in your hen party itinerary.
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