Hen Party Invitation Wording (with 5 Creative Examples)

It doesn’t matter if your best friend is getting married by the beach, in a garden or a traditional church: you need to throw her an epic hen party!

The hen party, also called the hen do or the hen night, is a long-established British tradition designed to celebrate the bride’s transition from the single life to marriage. Traditionally, hen parties are attended solely by female guests (e.g. the bride’s sisters and girlfriends) – however, there’s nothing stopping you from inviting other genders in this day and age!

A hen do can be as big or as small as you’d like, and involve every kind of activity – from pub crawls to archery to pampering spa days. So when it comes to planning such an event, it’s an absolute must to send out hen party invitations to let guests know what’s going to happen and when.

But the question is: what exactly should you write on a hen party invitation, and how should you word it? Let’s find out.

What Information Do You Include on a Hen Party Invitation?

There are certain things that the hen party guests will need to know about the celebration. So, it’s important to take note of these details that should always be included in your hen party invitation. Double check you’ve included everything in this list to avoid being bombarded with phone calls from confused invitees!

The Date and Time

A hen party could be just a simple cocktail event or it could be an all-day event with different activities involved. This is why it’s very important to let guests know the exact date and time of the event and include a proper timeline if you’re doing multiple activities within it.

This will not only help guests navigate their way throughout the event, but also allow those who can’t make it in the beginning to know exactly where and when they can join in on the celebration.
You should also include an approximate end time. That way, people who need to book childcare or transport home will have a rough idea of when the party will finish.

The Name of the Bride and the Host

Obviously, everyone who’s invited to the party will need to know who the bride is, so make sure this information is prominent on the invitation!
Most hen parties are planned by the maid of honour, or someone else close to the bride. It’s vital to also mention the host’s name and contact details (such as a phone number or e-mail address), so that everyone knows who to contact if they have any questions. You don’t want them contacting the bride, because it may be a secret!

What’s Going to Happen

People will need to know what to expect at the party. Will it be held outdoors? Then you’d better mention it, so people know to bring appropriate footwear and wet-weather gear, just in case.

Will the party be held somewhere there’s a pool? People will need to know to bring their swimming costume. Are you going to be serving food? This will help everyone decide whether or not to eat beforehand. You get the idea!

The Location

Of course, it’s very important for you to let the guests know where you’re going to hold the hen party. Be specific about the exact location of the event (with the full address and post code), and give directions if possible, especially if it’s a remote or new location for most of your guests.

You should also include the travel time from the city to the location to give your guests an idea of how early they need to go to make it one time. Include information about parking and public transport if relevant.

The Dress Code

Most hen parties don’t usually require formal attire, but it’s still important to be specific about what you’d like guests to wear. This usually depends on the theme or vibe that you’re going for.

For instance, if you’re holding a hen party on the beach in the summer, you’ll want to let guests know to wear beach-appropriate clothes and footwear that won’t sink in the sand. They’ll also need to know to bring a bathing costume if they want to go in the water. This will help make choosing outfits easier for your guests.

Is It a Secret?

Most of the time, a hen party is a surprise for the bride – she won’t know exactly what’s happening or where the party will be held until she gets there. If this is the case you need to let the guests know on the invitation that it’s a secret, and not to tell the bride. Otherwise, they may casually mention it in conversation with the bride and this will spoil the surprise.

How to Word a Hen Party Invitation

Now that you know the most important details that you need to include on your hen party invitation, you can draw inspiration from these creative wording examples:

Our beautiful girl Anna Brown is tying the knot
Let’s celebrate her upcoming wedding with a night of fun!
On 21 March 2022
8:00PM ‘til Late
Forever Night Club
Brentwood, Essex
Dress Code: Cocktail
Any questions? Please contact the host Andrea Green on [number]

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Let’s join our dear friend Amanda as she says goodbye to the single life!
A surprise party will take place on 15 December 2021, 06:00PM in her honour and we want you to be there.
Join us for dinner and drinks at Joe’s Italian Restaurant
London, United Kingdom
Dress Code: Semi-formal
Hosted by Madison Rogers
Please don’t tell the bride!

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Let’s party!
Michelle is getting married soon! Let’s join together to honour her last few days of being a single woman, as we surprise her with an epic hen party on 11 September 2021, 07:00PM.
Ramsay Steak House
Savoy Hotel, London, United Kingdom
Dress code: Formal
Hosted by: Rachel and Jessie

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Bon voyage! Lizzie is saying goodbye to singlehood!
Join us for a weekend filled with sun, sand and sea as we celebrate Lizzie’s upcoming wedding. A day of manicures and mimosas await you at the amazing Ibiza Beach Club on 07 June 2021.
Dress Code: Beach/Summer
Don’t forget to bring your swimwear!
Please book your hotel room ahead of time
Contact Jessie Richards with any questions on [number]

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Here’s to one final drink to single life!
A hen party honouring Jane Smith, who’s about to become a wife!
21 April 2021
The fun begins at 06:00PM with welcome drinks
Dress code: Cocktail
Hosted by: Nicole and Christina

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Feel free to play with different catchy phrases to make your hen’s party invitation more fun and exciting.
You can try lines like “Let’s put the party in bridal party,” “It’s almost time to kiss the miss goodbye,” “A hen weekend in honour of the bride” or “Let’s have one last fling before the ring.”

The Best Theme for a Hen Party

Now, if you’re still stuck with choosing the right theme for a hen’s party, here are some ideas to help spark your imagination:
1) Bubbly and brunch
2) Manis and mimosas
3) Slumber party
4) Glamping weekend
5) The 70’s
6) Flings and films
7) A relaxing spa day
8) Disney princesses
9) Glamour
10) Vintage afternoon tea party

To help you decide on the best theme to choose for the hen party, try to think about the bride’s personality or interests and plan the theme around that.
This party will be all about the bride, after all, so it’s very important to relate the theme to her own interests. You should also choose a themed hen night invitation that expresses the vibe of the party

Where Can I Order Hen Party Invitations in the UK?

A hen party may be just for fun, but it’s an important way of honouring the woman who will soon become a wife, especially if she’s waited a long time to be married to the partner of her dreams.

When it comes to writing the perfect hen’s party invitation, you need to keep things simple but concise. Make sure that you have all the most important details done right, and be as creative as you want to be with the wording.
Feel free to draw inspiration from our examples and have fun planning the most epic hen party for the bride-to-be. And when you’re ready to start designing your hen party invitations, head to 123Print to browse our range of templates.

We have hundreds of different designs to suit any hen night theme or colour scheme imaginable. Simply choose the design that speaks to you and click on it to begin the personalisation process. You can add photos or images, alter the wording and add details of the party quickly and easily from your device.
Always order more invitations than you think you’ll need, just in case! When you’ve approved the preview and placed your order, we’ll have it printed and dispatched within 48 working hours. What are you waiting for?

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