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Planning a hen party with a Halloween twist is the perfect way to add a cheeky, spooky edge to your celebrations. If your group is ready to ditch the usual tea and cake and dive into something a little more thrilling, there are plenty of unforgettable options to choose from. Leading hen party experts, The Foxy Hen, share their top tips for a spooktacular Halloween hen party, reminding us that the key is to mix fun, scares and creativity for a day or night that everyone will love..

Murder Mystery

One of the most exciting ways to get everyone involved is with a hen party murder mystery. Hosted across multiple locations across the UK, these immersive events turn your group into amateur detectives for the evening. You'll follow clues, interrogate suspects and work together to solve a spine-tingling whodunit. It's interactive, hilarious and a brilliant way to see who in your group really has a knack for sleuthing. Some of you might even get speaking roles!

Squid Game Challenge

For hens who like a bit of friendly competition and don’t mind a bit of chaos, the Squid Game Challenge is a must. Inspired by the hit TV show, this experience takes traditional games and turns them into pulse-pounding challenges. Your gang will race, strategise and maybe even form a few alliances while trying to outsmart each other. It’s high energy, completely unique and the perfect way to release some competitive tension before hitting the bars later. And don’t worry, the guards will only be using water pistols!

Ghost Tours

Ghost tours are another classic activity that never fails to entertain, especially at Halloween. There’s something about wandering through dark streets and old buildings with your friends, listening to tales of restless spirits and eerie happenings, that brings the perfect mix of chills and laughs. These tours are interactive, often guided by storytellers who love to add a theatrical twist, ensuring your group stays engaged and giggling one moment and gripping each other the next.

Thriller-Themed Dance Class

If your crew loves to dance, why not mix a workout with a spooky twist? A thriller-themed dance class takes you through the iconic moves of Michael Jackson’s epic song and music video. From slick, sharp choreography to dramatic flair, these classes are all about having fun, working up a sweat and letting everyone’s inner diva shine. It’s a playful way to bond and build anticipation for the rest of your Halloween hen party night.

Emo Bottomless Brunch

Brunch takes on a darkly delicious turn with the Emo Bottomless Brunch in London. With moody music, gothic vibes, and endless drinks, it’s an experience that flips the traditional brunch on its head. You’ll sip bottomless cocktails, sample indulgent dishes, and soak up an atmosphere that is perfectly edgy yet ridiculously fun. Expect to hear hits from My Chemical Romance, Panic at the Disco, Paramore, Green Day, Linkin Park and more. It’s ideal for a daytime start to a hen party that needs a bit of attitude.

Wizarding Afternoon Tea

For a magical twist on the traditional afternoon tea, it’s time to wave those wands. This enchanting experience offers spellbinding sweet and savoury delights, including poisoned apple mousse, sorcerer’s hat chocolate dacquoise and pumpkin Valrhona chocolate mousse. Each tea is served with a potion of choice, such as Hudson’s Whipped Brew or a colour-changing concoction. It's a delightful way to indulge in a touch of magic while enjoying a classic treat.

Hexmoor: Wizarding Bar

Step into the world of mysticism and alchemy at Hexmoor, the world's first immersive wizarding prison bar. Don your official jumpsuit and rub shoulders with notorious dark arts wizards who call Hexmoor home. Combining immersive theatre, film-like set design, magical special effects, and world-class cocktails, Hexmoor transports you to a world you can only imagine. Enjoy three magical cocktails crafted by a team of mixologists or "hexologists," while immersing yourself in the unfolding experience. It's a thrilling adventure that combines mystery, magic and a bit of mischief.

Horror-Themed Escape Rooms

For those who enjoy a good scare and a challenge, horror-themed escape rooms offer an exhilarating experience. Teams are locked in themed rooms and must solve puzzles and uncover clues to escape before time runs out, all while navigating spooky settings and unexpected frights. Here are some top-rated horror escape rooms in the UK: Horror Escape London offers immersive scenarios like Murder Mansion, where players face theatrical scares and live actors in a suspenseful environment ScareTOUR. 

Paralysis Escape Rooms in Stoke-on-Trent is known for rooms like Phobia, set in eerie locations with unique puzzles. Tulleys Escape Rooms in Sussex are home to Nethercott Manor, a haunted manor escape that promises fast-paced challenges and spine-chilling moments. Finally, the Great Escape Game in Leeds and Sheffield features Abducted, a horror room where players experience physical interactions and personalised scares.

Zombie Experience

For a more adrenaline-packed experience, a zombie experience will definitely get hearts racing. Your group will navigate scenarios where zombies are on the loose, testing your nerves, teamwork and ability to stay alive. Actors, props and themed challenges create an incredibly immersive experience that makes you feel like you’re in the middle of an apocalypse. You’ll be tasked with shooting zombies with airsoft guns and running as fast as you can. It’s thrilling, slightly terrifying and a total laugh when everyone is screaming together.

Alcotraz Prison Cocktail Bar

Alcotraz is the perfect spot for those wanting a truly immersive bar experience. Step inside this prison-themed cocktail bar and you’re instantly part of the story. You and your friends become inmates, dressed in jumpsuits, sneaking contraband liquor past the crooked guards, and mixing with bartenders who play along with the plot. Each cocktail is carefully crafted, and the entire night is a mix of mischievous fun, theatrical flair and interactive storytelling. It’s cheeky, unforgettable, and ideal for hen groups who love a bit of drama with their drinks.

A Halloween-themed hen party gives you the perfect excuse to dress up, get creative and play roles you might never attempt in everyday life. Costumes instantly break the ice and make everyone feel part of something special. Halloween themes naturally create a sense of adventure and excitement and activities can range from spooky to hilarious. There’s a playful edge that encourages everyone to let loose, laugh more and create memories that will be talked about for years.