Hen Party Activities in Leicester

Did you know?

• Thomas Cook created his 1st package trip in 1841, a train journey from Leicester to Loughborough.
• Leicester host the world’s biggest Diwali celebration outside of India.
• In 2012, King Richard III’s remains were found buried beneath a local carpark. He was reburied in Leicester Cathedral.
• Modern standard English was born in Leicester, originally developed to help the Vikings and Anglo-Saxons communicate.
• Leicester Market is the biggest covered outdoor market in Europe. It’s a must visit during your hen do in Leicester.
• Walkers crisps were created by Leicester-born butcher Henry Walker in 1948. Thanks Henry!
• This is a city steeped in history. From Roman bath house ruins to an Iron Age hillfort, there’s loads for history lovers to explore during your Leicester hen weekend.
• There are more traffic lights here than in any other UK city.
• The River Soar was once pink due to textile waste from local factories running into it.
• DNA fingerprinting was discovered by Sir Alec Jeffreys at the University of Leicester in 1984.
• Leicester Comedy Festival is the biggest and longest running comedy event in the UK. Sorry Edinburgh!
• The city’s home to the longest established women’s footie club in England, Leicester City Ladies FC.
• In 1961, the city held the Guinness World Record for the biggest Tesco in Europe.
• Queen’s Building at De Montford University is the biggest naturally ventilated building in Europe.
• The Space Centre is the UK’s biggest visitor attraction dedicated to space and its exploration. It also houses the UK’s largest domed planetarium.

Leicester in numbers

• Leicester is the 10th biggest city in the UK.
• This fascinating city’s history stretches back over 2,000 years.
• More than 35,000 people descend open Belgrave Road every year for the annual Diwali celebrations.
• The hottest temperature ever recorded in the city was 35.1°C in 2003.
• The UK’s first ever local radio station first broadcast in Leicester in 1967.
• Legendary band, The Beatles performed in Leicester three times.
• Leicester Market, the largest outdoor covered market in Europe, features more than 300 stalls.
• Leicester’s home to the biggest Jain temple in the UK. The Jain Centre opened in 1988, making it the first ever Jain temple to be established in the West.
• Leicester Tigers hold the record for winning the league the most times, making them the most successful rugby club in England.
• Burrough on the Hill spans seven mills and dates back to 100 BC. Head here for some gorgeous views of the surrounding countryside during your hen do in Leicester.

From award-winning restaurants to cheap and cheerful takeaways, there’s something to make everyone’s mouth water. If you like curry, you’re in for a real treat; Leicester’s won loads of awards for theirs including the Curry Capital of the UK title. The city even has its very own restaurant quarter that’s packed with the big chains we all know and love from Coast to Coast to Wagamama. Not your thing? Don’t worry, you’ll also find lots of local gems from artisan bakers to independent hipster hangouts.

Activities for Foodie Hen Parties in Leicester

Afternoon Tea - Sit back, relax and enjoy good food on your Leicester hen do with a spot of afternoon tea. This sophisticated daytime treat is available at a range of venues from swanky hotels to chain bars, quirky independent cafes to big name restaurants. The menu will vary from place to place but we all know the tastiest dish usually includes those irresistible scones, loaded with clotted cream and jam.

Bottomless Brunch - If you fancy kickstarting your Leicester hen party celebrations early, bottomless brunch is the activity for you! You’ll tuck into a mouth-watering brunch dish, accompanied by totally unlimited glasses of alcohol from fizz to cocktails. Menus vary massively so you could munch on any meal from traditional breakfast dishes to burgers or pizza.

Las Iguanas - 13-15 Belvoir Street, Leicester, LE1 6SL

Tuck into some tasty tapas or a filling two or three course meal at Las Iguanas. This Latin American bar and restaurant has a laid-back atmosphere, perfect for enjoying some quality time with your favourite friends and chowing down on some delicious grub on your hen do in Leicester. Each dish is packed with Latin flavour and spice. If this wasn’t enough, their happy hour cocktails are two for one, all day, every day!

Healthy Louisa - 13-15 Belvoir Street, Leicester, LE1 6SL

If you’re watching your waistline before the wedding, are vegan or just fancy a healthy meal out, Healthy Louisa is one of the most popular spots in town. Their menu features a whole host of plant-based goodies such as rainbow vegan duck, vegan soya chicken shawarma, buddha bowls, pancakes, porridge and more.

Revolution - 6B New Walk, Leicester, LE1 6TF

Revolution might not be somewhere you immediately think of when choosing where to chow down, but if you’re on a budget and fancy a bar that serves reasonably priced food and offers the chance to party afterwards, it’s a great shout. Revolution is conveniently located in the heart of the city centre, a few minutes’ walk from Leicester station. Chic décor, high ceiling and an impressive mezzanine floor give you the perfect place to party after you’ve eaten. Their menu includes a range of British and international dishes from nachos to burgers, salads to cheesecakes.

From cheap as chips student pubs to swanky cocktail bars, traditional boozers to hedonistic nightclubs, a hen night in Leicester is what you make it! The most buzzing area of the city come night fall has to be the roads near the Clock Tower including the High Street, Church Gate and Silver Street.

Cocktail Making - Get the drinks flowing and your group bonding with a spot of Leicester hen party cocktail making, a super popular activity that’ll get everyone warmed up for a big night out as you learn how to make the most delicious drinks. Whether you already know your Sex on the Beach from your Cosmopolitan or just want to get a bit merry, you’ll have a right laugh as a professional mixologist welcomes you with a drink before teaching you all the tricks of the trade.

Our cocktail masterclasses are perfect for a Leicester hen night, breaking the ice and getting everyone involved in something fun. Plus, we all know alcohol has that special way of getting everyone relaxed and chatting, making this activity ideal for hen groups who perhaps don’t know each other that well yet. You’ll all be besties by the end of it!

Gin Tasting -We offer some fabulous gin tasting masterclasses that are sure to get you in the party spirit as sip on your favourite tipple, trying and learning about a range of different gins. You'll learn how to mix, muddle and shake up you very own gin-based cocktails under the guidance of an experienced mixologist. You can even amp it up a level and pair with a two-course meal that's sure to soak up all that alcohol. Ideal if you're planning a big night on the town!

Manhattan 34 - 37 St Nicholas Place, Leicester, LE1 4LD

This place claims to serve up the best cocktails in the city, but we’ll let you be the judge of that! With cool art deco and prohibition-era décor, live music and comedy, a friendly atmosphere and delicious cocktails and American craft beers, this is a great place to celebrate in style. Make sure to dress to impress and take loads of photos!

Mosh - 37 St Nicholas Place, Leicester, LE1 4LD

Ready for a boogie? There are loads of nightclubs here that’ll help you and the girls end your last night of freedom on a high! Whatever music you’re into, you’ll find it here! If you fancy experiencing something alternative on your hen do in Leicester, head to Mosh, a three floor alternative nightclub. Here, you can party the night away to rock, indie and pop hits and enjoy some purse-friendly drink prices.

Club Republic - Gravel Street, Leicester, LE1 3AG

Club Republic is one of the biggest nightclubs in the city with rooms playing 10 different music styles so there’s something to get everyone dancing and letting their hair down on Leicester hen party. The boudoir décor is a great backdrop to your last night of freedom. You may even be treated to a banging set from a famous DJ!

Leicester Comedy Festival

There’s always something going on in this awesome destination so you can celebrate your hen do in Leicester at any time of year. Leicester Comedy Festival is the biggest of its kind in Europe. The Guardian even described it as ‘one of the best comedy festivals in the world.’ Praise indeed! Visit in February to see hilarious local and international comedians take to the stage to make you laugh out loud.

Glastonbudget

Glastonbudget takes place each May and is said to be the world’s biggest best tribute festival! If you fancy hearing your fave songs but can’t quite afford the real thing, this is a great alternative with a brilliant atmosphere.

Download Festival

Download Festival is world famous, hosting some of the biggest names in rock and heavy metal music. Every June, the festival comes to Donington Park, situated just a short drive away from Leicester city centre. Previous performers include Iron Maiden, Motorhead, Aerosmith, Metallica and Guns ‘n’ Roses. If you like your rock and you’ve never been, it’s time you changed that!

The Riverside Festival

June is also the month of a slightly quieter event but no less fun. The Riverside Festival offers boat trips, live music, activities and food stalls from all around the world for a fun-packed weekend.

Caribbean Carnival

Transport your Leicester hen party to warmer climates during the Caribbean Carnival in August! This beautifully vibrant celebration of Caribbean culture includes a colourful street parade, music, entertainment and food and drink stalls.

A Christmas Hen Do in Leicester

If you’re planning a festive last weekend of freedom, Leicester is magical at Christmas. Unleash your inner Jayne Torvill on the ice rink, hop on the giant ferris wheel and explore the Christmas markets for gifts and a tasty snack.

Getting To Your Leicester Hen Do

If you’re traveling in a car or coach, the M1 and M69 motorways link Leicester with the north plus London, Birmingham, Nottingham and Sheffield. The city’s also easily reachable by train.

Getting Around During Your Leicester Hen Do

Getting around during your Leicester hen do is easy and breezy! There’s tons to do in the city centre that’s within walking distance. You’re never far from a shop, bar, restaurant or attraction. The city has excellent transport links including buses and trains.

If you fancy unleashing a bit of pedal power, bicycles are available to rent throughout the city centre. If that sounds like too much exercise during a weekend away, we totally get it! Save those legs for dancing and hop in a taxi, available at ranks outside the main night time hotspots.

Exploring the city by foot is a must during your hen do in York and luckily most places of interest are close together. However, if you’re girls who love their heels, you might find the winding, cobbled streets get a bit much. No worries though because you can jump on a bus or hop in a taxi in a flash. You can even hop on a boat to explore the River Ouse and soak up the stunning sights in style from a unique viewpoint.