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Stag and Hen Parties in Dorset

Planning a stag or hen weekend in Dorset? You’ve reached the right place!

Dorset is becoming increasingly popular with stag and hen parties and it’s not hard to see why; from daring watersports on the Jurassic Coast and thrilling countryside pursuits, to rural escapist retreats and cocktails by the seaside, Dorset really has got the best mix of everything!

So, if you’ve been tasked with organising an experience to remember for your best pals, don’t panic, you’ll find all the inspiration you need right here.

On the Water

With 95 miles of Jurassic Coast to shout about, you can be sure that Dorset is packed full of exhilarating watersports.

For the daring hen or stag group, you’ll have a great time leaping from cliffs and exploring hidden caves as you go coasteering. You’ll be in safe hands with experienced companies such as Lulworth Outdoors and Cumulus so take the plunge!

For the less brave, kayak tours and stand up paddle boarding are favourite hen and stag do ideas in Dorset and one of the best ways to take in the beautiful coastal scenery, get active and have a laugh with your friends.

Adventure 4 All offer excellent packages and Jurassic Coast Activities will even throw in a tasty Fish n’ Chips supper for you.

If you want to be out on the water but don’t fancy getting wet, a boat ride could be just the activity for you. Lyme Bay RIB Charter offer an exciting range of packages that can be aimed specifically at stag and hen groups including, splash and dash blasts, treasure hunts and coastal cruises.

Nature’s Playground

Unleash your inner warrior and book a day of bushcraft and survival skills with Fore Adventure or Land & Wave! You’ll learn how to light a fire from scratch, fire an arrow, throw an axe and forage for food before camping overnight in the woods. Perfect for hens and stags alike.

Seeking adventure in the countryside? At Henley Hillbillies you can ride a quad bike, smash a clay pigeon, accelerate an Ace Polaris and soar over the hills in a hovercraft, guaranteed to satisfy all the thrill seekers in your party.

For something more leisurely, combine tranquillity, exercise and discovery on a bike and enjoy a themed tour of some of the loveliest parts of Dorset with Cyclexperience. Hire electric bikes and you won’t even break a sweat! A great group activity!

For some down & dirty fun, the Dorset mud trail will give you just that – literally! Leap over lagoons, swing over swamps, bounce through bogs and achieve full swamp monster status! Mud washes off but memories last a lifetime.

Spa Weekends

If all that wedding planning has made your bride (or groom!) frazzled and fraught, then a spa break will be just what they’re in need of to release all that tension and have a relaxing time with friends.

Book into one of Dorset’s best spa hotels and chill out in in the pool, sauna or steam room and enjoy some indulgent beauty treatments before following up with some afternoon tea or prosecco. Lush!

Or, why not rent a cottage complete with a hot tub or swimming pool for a weekend of frivolity. The possibilities are endless with a property of your own – hire in a private chef to rustle up a special dinner, a mobile therapist to pamper or book a luxury welcome hamper so you can crack open the champers and get the party started as soon as you arrive!

Fun for Foodies

Dorset is bursting full of world class produce and the ideal place to book a food-themed hen or stag do.

For beer lovers, a tour of one of Dorset’s breweries will go down a storm. Go behind the scenes at either Palmers Brewery or Hall & Woodhouse and watch first hand how the beer is brewed before heading off to the bar for a tasting.

If you prefer your grape to your grain then fear not, there are plenty of lovely English vineyards to get lost in as well, our favourites being Furleigh Estate and Langham.

For a truly sophisticated experience, take a cookery class or forage with one of Dorset’s resident celeb chefs.

After Dark…

The lively seaside towns of Bournemouth, Poole and Weymouth are Dorset’s most popular stag and hen destinations due to their vibrant nightlife.

Beachfront brasseries, trendy restaurants, pop up gin bars and cocktail clubs galore, there’s plenty of places to enjoy a few drinks after your day’s activities.

Many bars offer bespoke hen and stag packages such as fun cocktail making, wine tasting classes and special VIP areas, where you can truly make the most of your last night of freedom!

Where to stay?

Dorset has plenty of large hotels and self-catering properties that are ideal for accommodating stag and hen parties.

A hotel in the town centre will put you right at the heart of all the action or you may prefer a large house or cottage hidden away in the Dorset countryside – many have their own leisure facilities and will also arrange access to nearby activities such as horse riding, mountain biking, kayaking and golf.

Or you might like to stay in one of our activity centres which are geared up especially to host groups. A great budget option, at these multipurpose centres you can stay, eat and take part in outdoor sports like high rope adventures, volleyball, and rock climbing.

Take a look at our group travel pages where you can take your pick and book your stay.

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Adventure 4 All

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Adventure Sport Centre

Adventure 4 All are specialists in Outdoor Adventure. Their activities go beyond your expectations to give you an experience second to none. Their core activities include Coasteering, Stand Up Paddleboarding and Rock Climbing.
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159 reviews
Moonfleet Adventure Sailing

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Boat Trip

Portland

Both novice and sailor can try classic tall-ship sailing around Southern England’s stunning Jurassic coastline and the fascinating chalk downlands of The Isle of Purbeck and The Isle of Wight.

Price £20.00 to £85.00 Per Ticket
Lyme Bay RIB Charter

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Boat Trip

Bridport

Exciting & exhilarating boat trips running from West Bay along the Jurassic Coast.
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750 reviews
Rock Reef Activity Attraction and Pier Zip

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Adventure Sport Centre

BOURNEMOUTH

RockReef is an all-weather attraction with PierZip - the world's first pier to shore zip wire! Located at the end of Bournemouth Pier,there is a huge range of amazing activities to suit all ages from 4 – 94! Inside you will find 28 individually...

Price £11.00 to £33.00 Per Ticket
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239 reviews
Cumulus Outdoor Adventure

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Outdoor Activity/Pursuit Centre

Langton Matravers, SWANAGE

Activities include: Coasteering, Kayaking, Climbing & Abseiling and Bushcraft amongst other things, plus outdoor corporate events, fun days and team building for business plus school and youth programmes and activities.

Price £22.00 to £100.00 Per Ticket
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608 reviews
Jurassic Coast Activities

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Outdoor Activity/Pursuit Centre

We provide quality Jurassic Kayak Tours and Coasteering along Dorset's World Heritage coastline under the supervision of local qualified guides. You will see the coastline from a different and unique perspective, gaining knowledge of rock formations...

Price £50.00 to £65.00 Per Ticket
Henley Hillbillies

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Adventure Sport Centre

Buckland Newton, Dorchester

Henley Hillbillies - Affordable motorsport and shooting activities from only £35 per person.
Ride a quad, smash a clay, accelerate an Ace out of the corner, soar in a hovercraft, hit the target straight in the bull's eye!
Call one...

Price £35.00 Per Ticket to £159.00 Package
The Official Test Centre Ltd

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Watersports

Osprey Quay, Portland

The Official Test Centre (OTC) is the windsurfing, kitesurfing and stand up paddling (SUP) centre located right on the water’s edge, within the grounds of the National Sailing Academy on Portland.
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696 reviews
Land and Wave

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Adventure Sport Centre

SWANAGE

Climbing, Coasteering, Sea Kayaking, Bushcraft, Raft Building, Stand Up Paddle Boarding & more in Swanage and The Purbecks. Excellent instructors, top notch kit and passion for the Great Outdoors.

Price £25.00 to £137.00 Per Ticket
Walking & Cycling Trail

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Activity Centre

Mill Lane, Symondsbury

The scenic trail leads you down tracks and across fields where views of hills and valleys stretch to Colmers Hill and the sea beyond.
Dream Adventures & Cycle Mechanic 2 U

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Cycling and Mountain Biking

WAREHAM

Guided rides - Cycle hire - Mobile cycle mechanic and MIAS Leadership courses in Purbeck area of Dorset.

Price £5.00 to £25.00 Activity
Brenscombe Outdoor Centre

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Outdoor Activity/Pursuit Centre

CORFE CASTLE

Activities include: High ropes course, power boating, kayaking, climbing, mountain biking and so much more. The Centre is located in spectacular surroundings close to Corfe Castle and Poole Harbour. Experienced, qualified instructors provide...

Price £24.00 to £45.00 Activity
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81 reviews
Archery in Dorset, Crossbows & Axe Throwing in the woods

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Outdoor Activity/Pursuit Centre

Dorchester

Nestled in a rustic woodland you will find Insight Activities shooting and throwing ranges where anyone can learn the arts of Archery, Crossbows, Axe Throwing and Archery Combat Tag in Dorset. Insight Activities are a small specialist provider, not...
Harbour Sailing

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Boat Trip

POOLE

Sailing out of Poole, we provide one of the best ways to see the stunning Dorset and Poole coastline. For those who want to try sailing, or are ‘old hands’ – experience the amazing Poole Harbour on our racer cruiser yacht. Or join us for one of our...

Price £50.00 to £75.00 Per Ticket
Shell Bay Sailing Centre

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Watersports Centre

STUDLAND

Dinghy sailing tuition, RYA courses, dinghy hire.
Special Offers
- STUDLAND
  Are you considering learning to sail this year?
  Shell Bay Sailing Centre are offering free adult taster sessions throughout May, so come along and have a go.
  Contact us on 07853 986345, or email info@shellbaysailing.co.uk for further information or to book a session.
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Price £20.00 Activity to £55.00 Course
Fore Adventure

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Adventure Sport Centre

Studland, SWANAGE

Adventures include: kayaking, stand up paddle boarding, snorkelling, foraging, fishing, wild cooking, feasting, forest school, beach school, bushcraft, wild camping and mini expeditions.

Price £10.00 to £120.00 Per Ticket
Dorset Adventures

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Adventure Sports

We specialise in Mountain Biking, Kayaking, Stand-Up Paddle boarding, Rock Climbing, Coasteering, Archery, Axe & Knife Throwing!
Our team of qualified and experienced instructors offer a range of adventurous activities around Shaftesbury, and the...

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