Beyond the obvious, location, fee, facilities, and availability what should be after that on your London hen party venue checklist
Next look for a London hen party venue with top notch experience, references and client list.
A good way to spruce up your shortlist is to incorporate top London corporate event venues as they will often be quiet at weekends and happy to host your birthday party
Another good idea is to look at the top review sites like Hardens or Fluid Foundation and check for good and bad reviews
A final tip is to look at authority sites and publications such as Time Out and The Stage it is not possible to buy so called “advertorial” as you can with lesser publications so you can have confidence in the reviews
As regards experience the hen party venue needs to have experience in the kind of party you are putting on (eg cocktail lesson, 90s club night) and for parties in your size bracket (eg live music club night for 150)
When visiting the London hen party venue of your choice make sure to speak to the events manager about your party and to the bar manager who will be in charge on the night
Without being pushy it is perfectly reasonable to be ask for a walk around the venue. On your tour check the following
- bathrooms. The girls toilets need to be perfect in every sense. It is preferable that on busy nights the venue has toilet staff to ensure toilets remain in top condition – kitchen facilities. If it is possible try and have a quick peek – bar. A well stocked bar is essential. Ask the serving staff about cocktails and maybe get them to make you one – menus. Check the bar and restaurant menus are appropriate in terms of the range of products and prices on offer – sound system. Ask for a demonstration of the sound system to make sure it is loud enough and the quality excellent – your reserved area and seating. Try and pin down exactly what seating and space your social gathering will be given on the night
Before picking your London hen party venue read our special report on choosing the best venue and party options like cocktail classes for your special day



