Portsmouth Hen Do & Party Weekend Activities
Portsmouth Hen Weekends
If you're interests in maritime history then you'll be in your element in Portsmouth which incidentally is the only city in the UK located entirely on an island. However...
en if you don't know one end of a boat from the other Portsmouth is still an excellent little town with an abundance of pubs & restaurants, On Albert road you'll find many trendy venues so make sure your wearing your best!
Culture & History:
Portsmouth was a military port of high importance for centuries and was also Admiral Nelson's launching point for his fleet which went on to victory in the battle of Trafalgar. Bombed during both World War 1 & 2 the city was rebuilt quickly & ended up with some not too pretty architecture but in recent times waterfront areas like Gunwharf Quays have been redeveloped & have given the city a new lease of life.
Famous for:
The Spinnaker Tower is one of the most famous buildings in Portsmouth & a great place to bet a birds eye view of the city ' Why not visit the Blue Reef Aquarium & see the undersea safari exhibition ' The Renaissance Trail is a beautiful place to take a stroll ' Hit the party scene down at Gunwharf Quays ' There's a superb waterbus that does tours of the Harbour ' And of course you can't miss a tour of the flagship of Nelsons fleet for the battle of Trafalgar, HMS Victory.
Travel info:
Portsmouth is located on the south coast of England 64 miles southwest of London & 20 miles east of Southampton. The closest airport is Southampton airport located 30 minutes away by road. The handiest way to reach Portsmouth from anywhere in the UK is by rail. Once in Portsmouth you'll find the city is very condensed & everything can be easily reached by walking, there are certain areas where pubs & restaurants are grouped together making it easy to hop from one to another. Palmerston road is a good example of this but if the weather doesn't allow for walking there plenty of taxis & buses to get you where you need to be.
Hen Ideas:
Portsmouth offers all the usual activities that hen parties are attracted to like clay pigeon shooting & go karting however seen as you're down on the coast why not try some power boating, nothing blows the cobwebs off after a heavy night drinking better than racing around the harbour in one of these zapcat boats.
Some of the very best activities that we offer in Portsmouth include:
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!
Spa - For those who just want to switch off and unwind on their hen party! There's no doubt about it - everyone loves to be pampered, so if you fancy getting the VIP treatment and feel like a goddess for the day, then this is the activity for you! Enjoy being massaged and spoilt with everything on hand to make sure that you leave feeling fully refreshed and ready for the rest of your hen party!
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!
Comedy Club - Fancy relaxing and having a laugh with your friends on your hen party? Well this is the perfect way to do it - kick back your feet and enjoy some entertainment at the Comedy Club!
Nightlife:
Portsmouth is divided up into a number of compressed areas where most of the pubs and clubs are located so pub crawls are all the rage & tend to be very popular for hen weekends. The main one of the sub-areas is Gunwharf Quay where you will find some very fancy wine bars & also a large casino which is housed in a new development with some restaurants, The two main clubs in this area are Tiger Tiger & Highlights. This is an excellent area for a night out however if your budget is slightly more aimed at student entertainment then Guildhall will be more up your street as it has a load of more modest prices pubs & restaurants, if you love 80's music then head to Babylon for the night of your life!
Some of the best nightclubs in Portsmouth include:
PRYZM - Chain nightclub with high-tech sound and lights and a regular lineup of themed dance music events.
The Astoria - Nightclub with VIP balcony luring party crowds and students to house anthems and alternative sounds.
Tiger Tiger - One stop nightspot with tiki bar, disco room, harbour-side terrace and modern, eclectic restaurant.
Pop World - Buzzing bar/club with pop music from the 1990s to the present day, plus cocktails and theme nights.
Places to eat On Gunwharf Quay:
You'll find all the regular chain restaurants which are perfect for a quick bite before hitting the pubs. For some delicious Asian food the Bamboo restaurant located on Palmerston road is recommended, Albert road is a great place to find a curry house which as we all know is the best hangover food. Rosies vineyard is a great place for food & music located elm grove.
