On the big day, everyone expects the Brides stress levels to rise, she’s about to embark on the biggest adventure of her life. Of course her nearest and dearest will be sympathetic towards her tantrums and wobbles, but is this the case when it comes to Organising a hen party?

Over the last few years, hen parties have soared from small gatherings in local pubs with cheap picnic food and a hunky stripper, to extravagant weekends away with the girls. It’s easy to forget the realities and costs that come with organising one of these extraordinary trips, whilst envisioning yourself sipping a Pina Colada by a pool in a warm climate far away from here. Everyone wants the Bride to Be to have the time of her life celebrating her last night of freedom, but at what point does stop and does it have to come at such a steep price?

Remember that everyone’s budget is different and it isn’t fair to expect your girls to fork out more than they can afford. You are the leading lady and the link between all your girls, who may not necessarily know each other beforehand. Be conscious of everyone’s circumstances and have a budget in mind that will suit everyone. Choose activities that will keep the majority happy, it’s ok if everyone doesn’t want to take part in every aspect of the weekend, but the majority is always a winner. When appointing an organiser, be clear from the start about what kind of hen party you would like. Remember that she knows you better than anyone but she isn’t a mind reader! Give her a heads up on any potential clashes within the group and make sure you’re clear about anyone that you don’t want to come on your party weekend.

So, you’ve been clear and fair from the start, now it’s time for the hardest part… breath, take a step back and let go of the organising. Let your nearest and dearest organise a hen party that you will cherish forever. Don’t suffocate her efforts and spoil her surprises, you have to trust that she will come up trumps and organise the best weekend possible. So sit back, wait and let the butterflies go crazy in the pit of your stomach, then be grateful as you are taken on a special journey tailor made to suit you! 

UKGirlThing have plenty of hen do ideas and packages that are available in several locations throughout the UK. In Cardiff we have a package as low as £53.95 per person, which includes a 1 night’s stay at one of our bronze hotels and a comedy evening. You and the girls will be falling off your chairs laughing as you’re faced with some of the finest comedians, before dancing the night away at the after party. Bump that price up to £57.95 per person and you will swap your night of comedy with a night on the town! Enjoying a delicious meal at a restaurant of your choosing, before partying hard with VIP entry and our UKGirlThing exclusives in the best bars and clubs that Cardiff has to offer!

So, please try and keep the number of emails down to a bare minimum. Don’t keep throwing out new ideas and demands that will complicate the organisation and trust that your night is in good hands! If you’re looking for those initial hen do ideas or would like to see the packages we have to offer, please check out our website on www.ukgirlthing.com or call the team today on 0115 941 5282.