Exeter Hen Do & Party Weekend Ideas

veliest town in Devon with nightlife that will surprise you for a town of its size. One of the top spots for mixing with the locals is down by the recently developed quayside which houses plenty of bars some of which have large beer gardens so during the summer it's a great place to chill out with a few beers before going hardcore after the sun goes down.

Culture:

Winner of the National Fund Art Prize ' UK Museum of the Year in 2012 the Royal Albert Memorial Museum on Queen Street has recently been renovated & is well worth a visit if you have the time, Another great place to visit if you're feeling cultural is the Exeter Phoenix on Gandy Street which is housed in the grounds of the old university & displays art from both national & international Artists.

Famous For:

Two of Exeter's most famous sons are Tommy Cooper ' the hilarious comic who died on stage some years ago & Chris Martin of Coldplay fame. The most famous landmark in Exeter is the Royal Albert Memorial Museum which is internationally respected.

Travel Info:

Located 200 miles west of central London & 75 miles south of Bristol the best way to get to Exeter for your hen weekend is to take the train from anywhere in the UK arriving at Exeter St David train station, if you're coming from farther afield then Exeter has an international airport located outside the city. Once in the city itself you'll find it to be quite compact which is helpful in that you can get anywhere on foot but taxis & buses are in abundance if the weather isn't great.

Hen Ideas:

Exeter is quickly becoming one of the most popular towns in England for weekend breaks and hen parties. You have the option to spend the night sipping drinks or dancing the night away down by the quayside on the banks of the River Exe. That's not all as this town has a lot more to offer, there are lots of other establishments in town that you can choose from. One of those may be the perfect venue for your hen party. Aside from having a lot of possible venues for your hen night, this small town also has a lot of facilities for various outdoor activities like paintball, assault courses, clay pigeon shooting & Archery. These are perfect daytime activities for any Exeter hen weekend.

Whether you're looking for a posh wine bar or a traditional English pub you'll find it in Exeter down by the quayside, some recommendations for good places to go are Prospect inn located on The Quay & is an old style haunted (reportedly!) pub which has live music at weekends, The Ship Inn located on Martins Lane is another famous historic pub & The Cavern Club on Queen Street is a must for all music lovers with the best new & established artists performing regularly.

Some of the most popular activities that we offer for Hens in Exeter include the likes of:

Go-Karting - Are you an adrenalin junkie? Or just prefer a faster way of life? Then why not try the exhilarating and fast-paced sport that is Go Karting on your hen party! Get your adrenaline pumping with this highly competitive activity as you race it out to be crowned grand prix champion and claim your place on the podium!

Perfume Making - This is a new craze which all the celebrities are doing it so why not try it yourself! With this fantastic new activity you will be able to learn a few of the secrets of the trade before creating and naming your very own perfume! Let your perfume consultant take you through the different fragrances that you will blend together to make your desired smell. At the end of the session you will come away with a 5ml bottle of your perfume and a nose for the finer scents in life!
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Paintballing - Looking for an action packed hen party? For the trigger happy, this activity is sure to offer a fast-paced and dynamic afternoon! A classic event that is ideal for team building on a party weekend. Let all your inhibitions and frustrations of the day evaporate in a blur of combat style fun, within the boundaries of a safe and adventurous environment! Choose whether to play as a team or go it alone as you strive for glory!

Food & Restaurants:

An essential part of any Hen weekend is of course food & you won't be disappointed with what Exeter has to offer, here are a few recommendations on the top places to eat, Goa Spice Premier on Cowick Street has the best curry in town & as we all know curry is the best food for Hen party's as it soaks up the beer!, Exeter Street Food located outside the Guildhall Shopping Centre serves dishes from all over the world & is very reasonably priced & The Hub Box Exeter on Sidwell Street serves the best comfort food in town if you're feeling a bit tender after a night on the beer, top burgers & hot dogs.

Some of the best spots to grab a bite to eat in Exeter include:

Harry’s Restaurant - Smart, long-established family-run place with a wide-ranging menu for all pockets and tastes.

Bella Italia - Bubbly chain venue for Italian pasta, pizza and grill dishes, with a special children's menu.

Lloyds Kitchen - Breakfast, lunch and Modern British main courses in a hip, urban-style restaurant with tiled walls.

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