HEN PARTY DINNERS

Depending on the size of the hen party there maybe quite a few guests who have legitimate reasons as to why they cannot attend afternoon activities or join in a full weekend of fun.

That is why the hen party dinner is so important. It is the one time during the whole event where all the guests can get together and swap stories, give presents and play some hen party games. If the maid of honour does nothing else but organise a memorable meal then she will have done a good job.

When organising the meal be sure to consider the following points

1. Type of Restaurant : The key point to bear in mind here is whether or not the restaurant you fancy is appropriate. The Bride to Be may have a  favourite spot but is it suitable for a hen party? If you have booked a weekend away chances are the organisers of the afternoon activities can also arrange  the meal but if that is not the case then you need to be 100% sure at the time of booking that the restaurant you select welcomes hen parties. It would be a  disaster if entry was refused on the night itself.

2. Check : If possible visit the restaurant you plan to use. In most cases the restaurant will be familiar to the wedding party and may have been used by  friends but it is always best to leave as little as possible to chance.

3. Seating Plan : This will be discussed in greater detail in a future post but when booking a restaurant try to think of the seating plan. How many guests will there be, do you want to be in the centre of the restaurant or at a quiet corner, are any special arrangements required.

4. Don’t forget to plan the decorations and hen party accessories. Restaurants that welcome hen parties will have no problem with helping you arrange all the accessories that go with a hen night.

For anyone with limited experience of hen parties it is vital they understand the importance of organising a memorable meal. It is the one time when all the  guests will be together with the Bride to Be at the head of the table.

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WINE TASTING FOR HENS

For hens who are not too keen on outdoor activities then an afternoon spent wine tasting is  a perfect alternative. Over the last few years it has grown in popularity and there are plenty of  companies offering the service.

If you cannot find a company advertising the specific service then just ask. Most hotels and venues are more than happy to work with local wine shops to provide the activity and some will even organise the tasting in your own home.

Dublin Wine Tasting Company cater for groups of up to 15 people. Everything is organised, wine, speaker and venue. All the hens have to do is turn up and enjoy themselves.

If you are planning an overnight stay somewhere and are looking for a mix of both indoor and outdoor activities then the The Kippure Estate website is well worth a visit. Self catering accommodation is available as well as activities such as  wine tasting, fondue evenings and Tarot card reading.

The great thing about a wine tasting session is that it can be enjoyed by adults of all ages. It is something that the mums can participate in and it also allows people to chat , mingle and have some fun.

Of course make sure you do not forget to bring allong some hen party accessories. A few bunny ears and sashes will make sure the Bride to Be remains the centre of attention.

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