Bath Hen Do

There’s so much to do on a hen party in Bath. To help you make the most of it, here’s our guide to the best bits:

• If you’re a group of shopaholics, you’ll love exploring the areas around Milsom Street. Here you’ll find shops like H&M, Oliver Bonas, L’Occitane and White Company, plus lovely local boutiques in Georgian shops. Just around the corner is SouthGate Bath, the city’s open-air shopping district, home to big-name stores like Urban Outfitters, Zara, Apple and Accessorize, along with restaurants and cafes.
• When night falls, head to George Street to find some of the city’s Bath’s best bar. Sub 13 is a local favourite with an intimate cocktail lounge downstairs and a heated terrace outside. The Botanist serves up Instagram-worthy drinks and live music in a stunning setting. If your bride likes a gin or two, The Canary Gin Bar is a must with over 300 gins to choose from.
• If you want your hen night to last until it’s light outside, you’ll be happy to here that there are lots of clubs here. Komedia Bath is a great choice for stand-up comedy, live music and club nights. Moles nightclub is legendary and perfect for hens who want to boogie all night. 
• The Roman Baths are the city’s most iconic landmark and well worth a visit. You can tour the historic site and learn loads of fun facts. If you fancy relaxing, head to Thermae Bath Spa. It’s famous for its open-air rooftop pool overlooking the city, an absolute must-do for a hen group looking to mix pampering with prosecco. Just next door is Bath Abbey, a stunning spot for photos.
• The Royal Crescent and The Circus are famous Georgian terraces that’ll make you feel fancy and they’re lovely spots for a walk and photos. From there, head to Pulteney Bridge for views over the River Avon.

Festivals

Bath is so much more than just beautiful buildings and bubbling spas. It’s also a city that knows how to throw a party! Throughout the year, Bath hosts a range of fantastic festivals that fill the streets with music, laughter and feel-good vibes. If your hen group loves a party with a bit of culture thrown in, it’s the perfect place to be.

The Bath Festival, held every May, is the city’s biggest event, with music and literature in stunning venues across town. Expect everything from orchestras and jazz bands to chart-topping acts and celebrity speakers. The city feels alive with open-air gigs, rooftop drinks and pop-up stages, making it an incredible time for a hen weekend.

For full-on colour and carnival energy, Bath Carnival in July is the ultimate day out. You can expect samba drums, gorgeous costumes and big crowds dancing through the city before the music continues into the night at outdoor parties and after-events. 

If food and fizz are more your thing, the Bath Food Festival at Victoria Park is an absolute must, with street food, local produce and loads of tasty samples to snack your way through. It’s ideal for a chilled day before your big hen night in Bath.

The Bath Fringe Festival, running from late May to early June, adds a creative twist to your day with comedy, cabaret and pop-up performances across the city. And for pure LOLs, the Bath Comedy Festival in spring guarantees giggles with a huge range of stand-up comedy performances with new acts and even some famous faces.