Hen Do Ideas in Bath That Are Not a Spa Day

Bath is not short of spa days. If your bride wants candlelight and cocktails instead, read on.

Bath does a roaring trade in hen dos, and most of them look identical: a spa, a sash, a set menu. There is nothing wrong with that. But if the bride in question would rather be conspiring in candlelight than wrapped in a towel, Bath has better ideas hiding beneath its streets.

Make the cocktails, not just drink them

A cocktail masterclass turns a hen do into an event. Your group takes over Opium's secret room, builds signature serves around the apothecary, and ends the session with drinks they made themselves. It is hands-on, a little theatrical and far more memorable than another round of fizz.

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Her last rite should be unforgettable, not interchangeable.

Claim the secret room

For up to fifteen guests, the secret room offers candlelit privacy without the awkwardness of a hired function space. Private hire of the full vault is available for larger parties. Either way you get atmosphere money usually cannot buy: stone arches, antique gold and a bartender who will happily indulge a theme.

Build the night around the bride

Tell us her vices and we will tailor the evening: her favourite spirit woven through the serves, a welcome cocktail named for the occasion, the playlist kept low and conspiratorial. Bath has enough spa days. Give her a descent instead.