Places to Host Hen Parties in Suffolk
One of the most important, and fun, parts of being a bride-to-be is your hen night… or hen day and night, or even hen weekend! And with more choice then ever when it comes to planning your ‘other’ special day, you’ll have no problem putting together a fabulous hen party with your friends and family in Suffolk.
Doves Barn
Doves Barn – The Perfect Suffolk Escape for Hen Parties
Gather your favourite people and celebrate in style at Doves Barn near Needham Market. This stunning Grade II listed barn, nestled in the heart of Suffolk’s countryside, is the ultimate destination for a hen party to remember. With space for up to 22 guests, it’s the ideal blend of charm, comfort, and fun.
Hen Party Accommodation
Doves Barn features eight luxurious bedrooms, including a grand four-poster bed and three en-suite bathrooms, making it perfect for group stays. Two spacious sitting rooms boast vaulted ceilings and wood burners, so you’ll feel cosy and pampered. The fully equipped kitchen and dining space for 22 ensure you can cook, dine, and laugh together.
Relax and unwind in the private hot tub in a garden cabin, or enjoy a glass of bubbly on the picturesque grounds.
Activities at Doves Barn
🎤 Karaoke Nights: Belt out your favourite tunes in the games room.
🚴 Explore the Countryside: Take scenic bike rides to nearby villages and pubs.
🍷 Wine & Cheese Tasting: Savour local Suffolk flavours with a tasting session.
🌿 Outdoor Fun: Play croquet, table tennis, or enjoy al fresco dining in the gardens.
💆 Pampering Time: Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub.
Go Beyond Doves Barn
Stroll through the Suffolk countryside, explore charming villages like Lavenham or Long Melford, or indulge in a pub lunch by the River Stour. For thrill-seekers, nearby attractions like Go Ape and kayaking adventures offer even more excitement.
Celebrate in Style
Doves Barn is designed for unforgettable hen parties, with space to celebrate, laugh, and make memories. Whether you’re planning a sophisticated soirée or a fun-filled weekend of activities, this unique barn offers everything you need for a perfect celebration.
Bring your vision to life at Doves Barn – Suffolk’s ultimate hen party destination!
Ufford Park
Ufford Park Hotel in Woodbridge offer a selection of pampering treatments and special packages including lunch or dinner. They also offer afternoon tea and have many events on throughout the year from discos to ladies nights. Check out what’s on by clicking on the link above.
Swilland Mill
A luxurious treat for your hen party weekend would be the hire of the upmarket and beautifully converted Swilland Mill in the Suffolk countryside just outside of Ipswich. The three fully equipped apartments can be hired out together as one big house sleeping a total of 16. The large dining table seats all of your guests for a delicious hen party dinner, you can also enjoy a glass of champagne in the hot tub or relax and watch a girly movie on the cinema screen. Perfect for a chilled weekend with friends.
Stonham Barns Leisure & Retail Village
Stonham Barns is not only a fantastic wedding venue located in the stunning Suffolk countryside it is also perfect for stag and hen parties, these include golf, foot golf, fishing and hair and beauty packages by Elegant Hair & Beauty.
Stoke by Nayland Hotel, Golf & Spa
An exclusive spa break at the Stoke by Nayland Hotel, Golf & Spa is a great way to celebrate your hen weekend in Suffolk. Their package includes a 3-course dinner, bed and breakfast accommodation for each Hen plus complimentary use of the indoor pool, jacuzzi and steam room. Hens can enjoy tailor-made facials and massages, as well as aromatherapy, reflexology, CACI non-surgical face lifts, Indian Head Massage, manicures, pedicures, St. Tropez tanning and waxing.
SK Clinic & Spa
Here’s another great hen party idea for the ultimate daytime spa experience you can’t beat the SK Clinic + Spa in Bury St Edmunds. There are a variety of treatments to choose from as well as regular special offers, seasonal discounts and bespoke packages. We love the ‘Hens & Me’ package, which includes an express facial, SK 30-minute signature massage, full body polish and express manicure for just £95 per hen (120mins total treatment time)
High Lodge clay
Set amongst 100 acres of Suffolk countryside close to the Suffolk coast, High Lodge Leisure is a sporty hens dream come true. As well as a 50 acre, 9 hole golf course there are two well stocked fishing lakes to choose from, archery lessons and even clay pigeon shooting! High Lodge has a variety of hen packages (based on a minimum of 10 hens) to choose from which combine food and activities, or smaller groups packages can be created on request.
A weekend at the beach
With stretches of beautiful beach famed the world over and a delightful selection of pretty coastal villages to choose from, a Suffolk beach break makes a picture perfect hen weekend. Suffolk’s most popular coastal towns of Aldeburgh and Southwold each have a wide selection of bed & breakfasts, hotels and holiday cottages to choose from as well as an endless selection of vintage boutiques to browse in.