Planning the Perfect Cosy Hen Do: Steal this Itinerary
Forget the chaos of city centres and overpriced club entry fees. Sometimes the best hen dos happen in the comfort of your own space, surrounded by your favourite people and all the treats that make you feel properly pampered. Here's how to plan a cosy hen-do that's all about relaxation, connection, and creating memories without the stress.
10:00 AM - The Arrival & Welcome Treats
Start the day right with a proper welcome. As your guests arrive, have a little something waiting for them - a personalised goodie bag (or TreatBox!), special PJs for the day and their favourite coffee order. It's those small touches that make people feel special from the moment they walk through the door.
Set up a designated area where everyone can drop their bags and settle in. A few strategically placed cushions and throws will instantly make any space feel more inviting.
11:00 AM - Pamper Session Prep
This is where the relaxation begins. Transform your living room (or wherever you're hosting) into a mini spa. Lay out face masks, set up a nail station, and get those fluffy towels ready.
Preparation is Queen here - have everything organised beforehand so you can actually enjoy yourself instead of running around looking for cotton pads. You could even send everyone a little pamper package beforehand so they arrive pre-relaxed and 100% in the cosy hen do mood.
12:00 PM - The DIY Spa Opens
Face masks on, feet soaking, nails being painted - this is peak cosy hen do territory. Put on a feel-good playlist (nothing too intense, think background vibes rather than dance floor bangers) and let everyone settle into relaxation mode.
This is when the real conversations start happening, tea is split and even the strangers of team bride become besties. There's just something about having cucumber on your eyes that really makes people open up.
1:30 PM - Lunch & Cocktails
Keep lunch simple but special. Think sharing platters, finger foods, or even a gorgeous afternoon tea setup if you're feeling fancy. The important thing is that it's easy to eat while you're chatting and doesn't require too much cleanup.
And yes, it's absolutely acceptable to start on the cocktails now. Pre-mixed options work brilliantly - you can focus on your friends instead of playing bartender all day.
3:00 PM - Hair & Beauty Time
Time to get creative. Whether it's trying out new hairstyles on each other, experimenting with hair accessories, or just having a good gossip while someone braids your hair, this is an integral part of any girls night in - no matter what the results look like.
It's about the experience, not perfection. Some of the best memories come from the slightly wonky attempts that had everyone in stitches.
4:30 PM - Sweet Treats & Games
Bring out the good stuff - proper sweets, chocolates, maybe some homemade treats if someone's been ambitious. Pair this with some gentle hen do games. Nothing too competitive or complicated, just something to keep the conversation flowing.
Card games, would-you-rather questions, or even just sharing funny stories about the bride-to-be all work perfectly.
6:00 PM - Cosy Dinner
Keep dinner relaxed. Order in from somewhere everyone loves, or if you're cooking, make it something that can largely look after itself. The focus should be on being together, not on whether the timing is perfect.
Set the table nicely, light some candles, and create an atmosphere that feels special but not stressful.
8:00 PM - PJ Time & Wind Down
This might be the best part of the whole day. Everyone changes into comfortable PJs, and the evening takes on a properly cosy feeling.
More cocktails, deeper conversations, and that blissed out feeling of being completely comfortable with your favourite people.
9:30 PM - Movie Night or Music & Memories
Wind down with something that suits the group's mood. A feel-good film, a playlist of songs that mean something to your friendship group, or just more chatting with some background music.
Keep snacks within easy reach and make sure everyone's got their drink of choice topped up.
11:00 PM - Late Night Snacks & Final Giggles
The night might be winding down, but there's always room for late-night snacks and those conversations that only happen when everyone's properly relaxed. This is often when the best stories come out and those soul-deep belly laughs happen.
Planning Tips To Remember
Send packages ahead of time - Little treats arriving in the post build excitement and mean everyone comes prepared to be pampered.
Create a playlist together - Ask everyone to contribute a few songs beforehand. It makes the soundtrack personal and gives you one less thing to worry about on the day.
Prep as much as possible - The more you can do in advance, the more you can actually enjoy the party you’ve planned.
Have backup plans - Not everyone will want to do every activity, and that's fine. Having options means everyone can participate in their own way.
Don't overpack the schedule - Some of the best moments happen in the spaces between planned activities.
The Beauty of Staying In
There's something special about a hen do that doesn't ask anyone to brave the weather, navigate public transport, or worry about losing each other in crowded venues.
When you create a cosy space filled with thoughtful touches, good food, and the people who matter most, you're creating exactly the kind of celebration that people remember for all the right reasons!
