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  Wiggle and a giggle
  Pole dancing has graduated from seedy Soho strip clubs to the respectability of health clubs and gyms throughout the UK. Ever since then it's become a hugely popular hen party activity. But pole dancing classes are not the only game in town. Why not try Salsa lessons or even belly dancing? Universal Dance Creations even offer Moulin Rouge-style can-can classes in Leeds. So get out there and shake your thang! Check out Pole/Lap Dancing Lessons and Dance Classes in the directory.
• Light my fire
  
  
  

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  Dance Creations
  Hens love firemen – it's just a fact of life. Throw in a tour of local bars and nightclubs and you're onto a winner. Don't underestimate this as a Hen night out – it's fantastically popular! See Fire Engine Tours in the directory.
• Pull!
  Blasting things out of the sky with a double-barrelled shotgun is more fun than you think. Clay pigeon shooting is a great opportunity to get out into the countryside and put your skills to the test.
• Cocktail heaven
  What does Tom Cruise have in common with a Screaming Orgasm, a Slippery Nipple and a Slow Comfortable Screw Against The Wall With A Kiss? Get answers to these questions and more on a cocktail making course.
• Circus skills
  Have you ever thought 'I could do that', while watching a circus show? No, neither have we. But you might if you've been on a circus skills course. On the Hen do you will get the chance to experience the flying trapeze, juggling, acrobatic balancing and plain old clowning around (some of us are pretty good at that already).
• Girls in the curl
  Ahhh yes ... sand, sea and surfing. You don't have to go abroad to find great surfing beaches. Devon and Cornwall have world class waves and there are plenty of surf schools for those who need a few lessons. If you fancy a Hen weekend further afield then Biarritz in France is the surfing capital of Europe and has some great nightlife too.

• City getaway - Budapest
  Within easy reach of the UK, Budapest is a perfect hen weekend destination. The Hungarian capital is one of the most beautiful, historic and cosmopolitan cities in Europe. It’s also packed with bars, nightclubs and restaurants. The outdoor thermal spas make for an ideal hangover cure for the day after the night before. To top all this, it's also seriously cheap! So what are you waiting for? If Budapest doesn't float your boat, how about one of these cities abroad:
• Barcelona (Spain)
• Puerto Banus (Spain)
• Prague (Czech Republic)
• Madrid (Spain)
• Amsterdam (The Netherlands)
• Benidorm (Spain)
• Paris (France)
• Malaga (Spain)
• New York (USA)
• Bratislava (Slovakia)
• Vilnius (Lithuania)
• Riga (Latvia)
• Tallinn (Estonia)
• Copenhagen (Denmark)
• Villa in the sun
  Take one long weekend, a group of Hens and a villa in Ibiza and you've got the recipe for a weekend to remember (or maybe you won't!). Clubbing in Ibiza is second to none and having your own villa is a lot more fun than staying in a hotel. Top it all off with a few lazy sessions on the beach – what could be better?
• Need help?
  If this is all too much for you, or you haven't got the time then these companies in the Directory can organise the whole thing for you. See Stag & Hen Organisers.
  Float your boat
  Many major cities in the UK have a river and your Hen do is a great opportunity to make the most of it. Start your boat party with a couple of cocktails while you watch the city glide by. Follow that with a sit down dinner or a buffet. Then hit the dance floor or dock at a riverside nightclub to dance the night away.
• Ballooning
  Tranquil and exhilarating at the same time.
• SCUBA diving
  There are plenty of places to learn in the UK. If you're all qualified then jet of with the girls on a dive break abroad.
• Sunset stripper
  We couldn't exactly have a Hen party list without mentioning the infamous Hen party stripper, could we? Whether it's butlers in the buff or full on cabaret shows, we all know Hens are much more demanding than Stags when it comes to this sort of thing. Whatever you choose, we're sure it'll be a great fun night out! See also Girlie Shows in the directory.

• Sphering, schnapps and secrets
  Strap yourself into a giant plastic ball and tumble down a hill at 30mph. Sounds crazy and it is! This is sphering or Zorbing and the idea comes from New Zealand, the land of bungee jumping and other strange outdoor activities. Once you’ve finished scaring yourselves to death, head back to a cosy country cottage where you can get out the schnapps, play a few drinking games and get to know each others deepest secrets. Beware, Zorbing can be cancelled if wind speeds are higher than about 15mph so make sure you have a backup plan.

• Skydive
  Throw yourselves out of a plane at 20,000 ft.
• Bobsleigh
  Yes you can actually try this in Austria, Norway or Latvia without dying.
• Skiing or snowboarding
  Let's be honest, the après ski is just as much fun as the skiing itself.
• Powerboating
  Experience the thrilling power and manoeuvrability of a powerboat.

• Picnic in the park
  Take champagne and delicious food to the park for a Hen party with a difference. In the summer, many parks hold events, such as 'Bard in the Botanics' - Scotland's only annual outdoor festival of Shakespeare. Harewood House in Leeds and Hyde Park in London host the O2 Wireless Music Festival - 3 days of great music in a stunning landscape. Alternatively, celebrate under the stars with champagne, music and fireworks at one of the English Heritage Picnic Concerts.
• Day at the races
  Get merry and walk away stinking rich (alternatively, with no shirt on your back).
• Pampering and spas
  Go on, treat yourselves to a luxury weekend.
• Pottery painting
  Take a few bottles of bubbly and have fun while creating unique gifts for the bride and groom. Paint mugs, dinner services or whatever takes your fancy.

• Foreplay lessons
  This is it if you're looking for something that's sexy, fun and full of giggles. It's your chance to find out what every woman should know. Perfect for a cheeky Hen night (or maybe even the wedding night!). Milkymoments offer lessons throughout the country. No undressing though, sorry!
• Comedy club
  Loosen everyone up with a good laugh.
• Ann Summers party
  Embarrassing demonstrations of sex toys in your own home - always good for a laugh.
• Dinner and a nightclub
  Inexpensive meal followed by a trip to the pub or a nightclub. It may not be that exciting but it's one of the most popular formats.

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