Hen Do Itinerary: UK Sample Weekends & Free Template
Copy a ready-made hen do itinerary for a UK weekend, with Fri-Sun timings, planning tips, printable PDF and a free itinerary builder.
We pinned one version in the group chat and stopped the 'what time is dinner?' messages by Friday night.
How to build a hen do itinerary that actually works
A hen party itinerary template should read like a shared travel plan, not a pretty invitation. You want one customizable document with times, locations, dress codes and costs so the maid of honour is not answering the same WhatsApp questions all weekend. Browse Hen Party Games for the first house evening when you need a memorable ice breaker.
Quick setup
- Pick the template closest to your vibe and nights.
- Swap in real bookings and 30-minute buffers.
- Pin the final version for the group one week ahead.
Best sample hen weekend if you want our Fri–Sun shortlist
This is the stress-free hen weekend itinerary we start from before adding city-specific bookings.
Fri 4pm — Arrive, unpack and welcome drinks at the house
Calm landing before the first big moment.
Fri 7pm — Casual dinner - takeaway or pub booking
Low pressure while late trains still arrive.
Fri 9pm — Mr and Mrs or Never Have I Ever at the house
Warms the room before heavy Saturday bookings.
Sat 9am — Late breakfast and no fixed plans until 11am
Stops day two feeling punishing after a late Friday.
Sat 11am — One main activity - spa, cocktail class or sightseeing
One anchor slot is easier to book and split fairly.
Sat 2pm — Buffer for travel, outfit change and photos
Thirty to sixty minutes here saves the whole evening.
Sat 6pm — Group dinner with confirmed headcount
Sitting down together beats grazing between venues.
Sat 9pm — Night out or house party - pick one energy level
Commit to the vibe. Trying both usually exhausts mixed groups.
Sat 11:30pm — Shared taxi numbers pinned in WhatsApp
Stops the MOH becoming emergency control at midnight.
Sun 10am — Brunch, pack-down and staggered goodbyes
Gentle close so nobody leaves on a sour note.
Sun 12pm — Final group photo before keys hand back
One last memory without another paid slot.
Sun 2pm — Travel home - share costs in one message
Clean end. Outstanding kitty rows start here if you skip it.
1. What belongs on your hen party itinerary template
Pin one version in WhatsApp
Send the final hen do itinerary as a single pinned message with times, postcodes and dress codes. Link our [hen party outfits guide](/hen-party-ideas/outfits) when guests ask what to wear. Update it once when bookings change instead of drip-feeding edits.
Build in buffer between blocks
Leave at least 30 minutes between back-to-back activities for taxis, outfit changes and the bride needing a breather.
Share costs next to timings
Add a rough per-person cost beside paid slots so nobody gets surprised when you chase payments.
Assign one helper per day
You should not run every taxi and dinner reservation alone. Give one friend Saturday night and another Sunday brunch.
2. Pick the weekend shape that fits your group
Classic Fri-Sun house hen
The default UK hen weekend itinerary: arrive Friday, main activity Saturday, gentle Sunday.
- Friday: travel, settle, dinner, house games
- Saturday: activity, dinner, night out
- Sunday: brunch and travel
Saturday-only city hen
Best when guests live in different cities and only one night away is realistic.
- Afternoon activity plus dinner
- One venue for drinks after food
- Optional Sunday brunch for locals
Hybrid house plus big night out
Stay in a house for space but go into town for the main evening.
- Daytime at the house or nearby
- Return to get ready as a group
- Single bar or club reservation
3. Calibrate pace so the schedule stays fun
Spa-paced vs party-paced
If the bride hates rushed mornings, cap the schedule at one timed activity per day. Party groups can handle more but still need a lazy block on day two.
Match the bride, not the group chat
The loudest suggestion in WhatsApp is rarely what she wants. Check one thing with her privately before you publish the hen party itinerary.
Leave opt-outs visible
Mark optional slots clearly so quieter guests can skip the club without feeling like they ruined the plan.
Hen do itinerary templates at a glance
Pick the weekend itinerary shape first, then copy timed blocks from the section below.
| Template | Best for | Nights | Jump to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spa and relaxation hen weekend | Groups who want pamper and early nights | 2 nights | View template |
| Party and nightlife hen do | One big night out with recovery built in | 2 nights | View template |
| Culture and sightseeing weekend | Mixed groups who want one anchor activity | 2 nights | View template |
| One-night hen do itinerary | Guests who cannot do a full weekend | 1 night | View template |
| Three-night house hen weekend | Longer stays with a gentle day three | 3 nights | View template |
| City and house hybrid | Stay out of town, party in the city | 2 nights | View template |
Free hen party itinerary template you can paste into WhatsApp
If you are planning a hen weekend, pin one timed version in WhatsApp before anyone books dinner. Save the PDF from this page and edit times once deposits are paid.
Pair this with our planning checklist when the city is fixed, and hen party ideas while you are still shortlisting destinations.
List dress codes, taxi buffers and who pays for what in the pinned message. Link our hen party outfits guide when guests ask what to wear. That stops you becoming the human FAQ on Saturday morning.
- Friday: arrival, settle in, casual dinner, light Hen Party Games at the house.
- Saturday: one main activity, outfit change, group dinner, one night out.
- Sunday: slow brunch, pack-down and staggered travel.
Hen weekend planning without over-scheduling
The best hen party itinerary templates leave gaps on purpose. The weekends that work are rarely the ones with six timed activities per day. They are the ones where everyone knows where to be and still has room to breathe.
Slot Hen Party Games on the first evening when energy is high but the group is still warming up. Mr and Mrs, Never Have I Ever or bridal bingo all work as low-prep house rounds.
Agree spend first with the budget calculator, then lock restaurants and activities. Our itinerary builder is for when you want verified venues swapped into an editable schedule.
Editable templates vs a hen do itinerary builder
This page owns the hen do itinerary template and sample weekends. The builder owns customization once you know the city, vibe and headcount.
If guests ask about a separate bridal shower or bachelorette party abroad, keep those plans in a different chat so this UK hen weekend itinerary stays focused.
Pair the schedule with a packing list a week before travel and hen party houses once dates and area are agreed.
Spa and Relaxation Hen Weekend Itinerary
One pamper block, gentle meals, early nights. For brides who want recovery, not a bar crawl.
Party and Nightlife Hen Do Itinerary
One big Saturday night, lazy Sunday. Do not stack six timed activities per day.
Culture and Sightseeing Hen Party Itinerary
One anchor booking plus free time to wander. Works in Bath, York, Edinburgh.
One-Night Hen Do Itinerary Template
Saturday-only when not everyone can do a full weekend. One activity, dinner, home.
Three-Night House Hen Weekend Itinerary
Three nights needs recovery built in. Day three should still feel optional, not mandatory.
City and House Hybrid Hen Weekend Itinerary
House for space, city for the main night. Share lift plans before Friday traffic.
Customise your hen do itinerary in the builder
Start from these templates, then pick your destination, vibe and activities to generate a shareable schedule with verified local suggestions where we have them.
Open itinerary builderHen weekend planning links
Pair your editable templates with these Hen Hideaways planning pages.
Templates and tools
Hen Party Games for the schedule
Further reading for hen weekend planning
- Bachelorette itinerary guidance on The Knot
Useful for gathering preferences before you build timings.
- Hen weekend itinerary tips on GoHen
Independent UK planner perspective on pacing.
- Party itinerary templates on Template.net
Compare format ideas, then use our PDF for hen-specific copy.
- Hen party planning on Hitched
Timeline context for MOHs juggling wedding tasks too.
- Weekend planning on Rock My Wedding
Budget and guest-list reminders alongside scheduling.
More hen party planning resources
Hen party itinerary builder
Customise these templates with your city, verified venues and shareable day-by-day output.
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Planning checklist by location
Once the destination is fixed, use a location checklist so nothing gets booked in the wrong order.
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Mr and Mrs questions for the house
Slot a printable quiz on the first evening when the group is still warming up.
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Hen party budget calculator
Agree cost per head before you lock restaurants and activities into the schedule.
ExploreFrequently asked questions
What should a hen do itinerary include?
A good hen do itinerary includes arrival times, addresses or venues, dress codes, one main activity per day, meal bookings, transport notes and emergency contacts. Leave buffer time between blocks so the group is not running late all weekend.
How many activities should you plan per day on a hen weekend?
Most UK hen weekends work with one paid daytime activity, one sit-down meal and one evening plan per day. Leave at least 30 minutes between back-to-back slots so taxis and outfit changes do not wreck the night.
What is a good hen party itinerary template for a two-night weekend?
A classic two-night template runs Friday arrival and house Hen Party Games, Saturday main activity plus dinner and a night out, then Sunday brunch and travel. Copy the best-weekend shortlist on this page as your starting point.
How do you share a hen do itinerary with the group?
Send one pinned WhatsApp message with the final times, postcodes and costs. PDF or printable editable templates help guests who are not in the chat daily.
Can you use a free hen party itinerary template without an app?
Yes. Download the PDF from this page or copy the timed blocks into Notes or Google Docs. Use our customizable itinerary builder only when you want verified venues for your city.
What is the difference between an itinerary template and an itinerary builder?
The template gives you ready-made Fri–Sun timings you can paste and edit. The builder lets you pick destination, vibe and activities once bookings are confirmed, then share one pinned version in WhatsApp.
How far in advance should you send the hen weekend itinerary?
Share a draft hen do schedule when deposits are paid, then pin the final weekend itinerary about seven days before travel. That gives guests time to arrange taxis, outfits and childcare without last-minute chaos.
What are good hen party itinerary ideas for a mixed-age group?
Keep one big night optional, mark recovery mornings clearly and book a sit-down dinner everyone can attend. Classy Hen Party Games at the house beat a packed bar crawl when mums or aunties are in the room.
Ready to book the house for your hen weekend?
Once your hen party itinerary is pinned, shortlist a hen-friendly house with space for getting ready, games and a proper kitchen brunch.
