Outdoor Activities for Hen Parties – Your Guide to the Perfect Garden Hen Party
November 10, 2025
So you have been asked to plan the hen do and you are absolutely buzzing… but also slightly panicking because there is actually quite a lot to think about. Don't worry, that is completely normal and you are definitely not the first maid of honour to stare at a blank notepad wondering where on earth to start.
That is exactly why we have put together this free hen do checklist which is simple to follow covering all the main aspects. At Sashay Dance we have helped organise over 2,150 hen parties across the UK, so we know exactly what goes into a brilliant hen weekend and more importantly what gets forgotten when there isn't a proper hen do planning checklist in place. We have seen the hen dos that go beautifully and the ones where someone just hasn't quite thought about what the bride might enjoy.
Whether you are planning a big hen weekend away, a classy hen party at home, or a one day hen do in the city, our free hen party planning checklist covers all the major steps, minus the overwhelm! Download it below and tick things off as you go.
And if you are still looking for the perfect hen party activity, have a peek at our hen party dance classes. We come to you anywhere in the UK, it is suitable for all ages and abilities, and the bride always goes free!
What Does the Hen Do Checklist Cover?
Our hen party checklist is broken down by timeline so you know exactly what to do and when. Here is a flavour of what is included:
- Setting the date, guest list, and budget without any awkwardness
- Picking a theme that suits the bride's style
- Planning activities everyone will love
- Sorting transport, evening plans, and all the logistics that catch people out
- Personal touches such as decorations, balloons and gift bags
- The all singing all dancing hen party itinerary
- Tips for organising a hen do on a budget
- Capturing the special moments
- Celebrating success at the end, sending thank yous and sharing the memories
- The free hen party checklist guide
It is a simple step by step hen do planning checklist that takes you from the moment you start organising right through to after the event itself. No more guessing, no more 47 WhatsApp messages at 11pm on a Tuesday trying to work out if anyone has actually booked the taxi.
Why Every Hen Party Needs a Checklist
After running over 2,150 hen parties we can tell you that the hen weekends that go smoothly are always the ones where someone had a proper hen party checklist. And the stressful ones? Almost always because someone tried to wing it.
A hen weekend checklist keeps you on track, helps you delegate to the other bridesmaids, and means the bride gets to relax and enjoy the build up instead of worrying whether anything is actually sorted. It does not need to be fancy, it just needs to cover everything, and ours does.
Download Your Free Hen Do Checklist
We have turned everything we know about planning a hen do into a gorgeous printable hen party checklist that you can download for free. We really hope it takes the stress out of planning and helps you give your bride the best time ever!
Just pop your details in below and we will send it straight to your inbox.
Add a Sashay Dance Class to Your Hen Weekend
If there is one thing we would add to every hen do checklist, it is a hen party dance class. It's the perfect fun way to bring people together at a hen do whether they have 2 left feet or are a dancing queen! We cover every corner of the UK and can hire a venue or come to you. Check out our top trending hen party dance class themes out below.
