Hen Party Ideas in Edinburgh for Every Type of Bride

From craft enthusiasts to flower lovers, every bride is beautifully unique – which is why our 2024 range of hen do ideas in Edinburgh will help you plan the perfect prenuptial celebration for your blushing bestie! No matter what her favourite hobbies or activities are, we've got something to suit every bride, making it a soirée that she'll remember for years to come. Pick your favourite workshop, gather your gang and mix wedding planning with memory making in Scotland's capital with our unique Edinburgh hen do ideas. Cheers!

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For the nature-loving hen: play with blooms at a floristry class

Flowers crowns and fresh flowers

When it comes to flower themed hen do ideas Edinburgh has the pick of the bunch! During this hands-on class, you will be creating your own customised flower crown with beautiful seasonal flowers. A local expert florist will guide the festivities in a friendly and casual environment to create the most gorgeous flower crowns that are ready to wear. All materials are provided for you to play and experiment with different colours and blossom combinations.

Relaxation, nature and a glass of wine

Enjoy a relaxing hands-on dried flower wreath workshop and play with different textures to make a gorgeous long lasting decoration. All materials are provided, so the only thing you have to think about is spending some peaceful time getting in touch with nature. You'll also enjoy delicious beverages and tasty cakes and baked treats!

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For the creative hen: get stuck into crafty workshops

Make gorgeous DIY fascinators

Design and make your very own hens party keepsake by creating your own impressive fascinators! In this fun craft workshop, you'll learn how to design, construct and embellish your accessory, experimenting with different fabrics such as tulle, lace and ribbon. You'll finish the session with a gorgeous fascinator to wear for the rest of the hen weekend, or even to the big day itself. This crafty workshop is held in a friendly and creative setting, perfect for crafts lovers who want to learn new skills – and have fun!

A soap that suits your skin

If you're looking for unique Edinburgh hen do ideas, try a cosy and relaxing craft session! At a soap making class, you'll learn how to make your own natural soap you can use every day at home. You’ll learn all about the soap making process, experiment with essential oils and botanicals and play with natural colours to design your signature soap bar that’s completely personal to you. Have fun, unleash your creativity and take home a set of unique bars of DIY soap at the end of the workshop.

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For the foodie hen: tantalise those tastebuds with a little gourmet indulgence

Handmade truffles

Enjoy the sweet side of life with the best company in this fun chocolate truffle workshop in Edinburgh. Start the class with a few tasty samples before discovering everything there is to know about how chocolate is made. Then, put your newfound knowledge into practice and become a chocolatier for a day by experimenting with flavours and textures. With a master chef on hand, you'll have the chance to whip up a selection of chocolate bars, truffles, ganache and more, with plenty of taste testing along the way. Delicious!

The perfect sweet treat

Mix things up (quite literally) for your hen do ideas in Edinburgh and learn how to ice your way to perfection at a fun cupcake decorating class in the city. You'll spend a few hours in fun and relaxing environment, soaking up some quality time with your friends and discovering how to whip up the smoothest buttercream frosting. Led by a professional dessert maker, you and the hens will learn how to perfect your icing bag and nozzle skills, and finish with a flourish with decorative edibles such as pearls, lace and flowers. With these techniques under your belt, a DIY wedding cake could be on the cards!

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For the party hen: add cocktail making to your hen do ideas in Edinburgh

Mix, muddle and shake

If dinner and drinks are on your shortlist of Edinburgh hen do ideas, shake things up with a cocktail making class with two course meal. Get the party started with a complimentary drink to get you in the mood, then let the fun begin with a full mixology demonstration from your talented teacher. You'll be able to feast on delicious light bites such as calamari, loaded nachos and katsu chicken, finished off with a sweet treat and washed down with plenty of DIY cocktails made by your own hands. The perfect way to kick off a hen weekend in style!

Rooftop cocktails

All the fun of shaking cocktails at a delightfully quirky location! Discover what makes a cocktail taste so great and shake up some delicious drinks guided by a mixology pro at this lively cocktail making class in Scotland's capital. In a casual setting, a cocktail making connoisseur will teach you the tricks and tips you need to take your mixed drinks to the next level, utilising premium spirits and tasty garnishes. Aside from learning how to shake it 'til you make it, you and the gang will drink two fabulous DIY cocktails and indulge in a few shots – complete with games, prizes and punishments!

Searching for something special?

We’re here to help! We have a wide variety of unique classes in the city to try that will make this special occasion one to remember. Check out our full list or drop us a line and let us know what you are looking for. Our experienced team loves sharing their favourite suggestions for hens do ideas in Edinburgh!