Stag and Hen Weekends Manchester

2012 Olympics - Will Manchester see an impact for Stag and Hen Weekends?

2011-09-22T06:49:00.000-07:00

So for those of you that have been living in a bubble for the last year or so the Olympics the centre piece of world sport comes to the United Kingdom and in particular London in 2012. The games are scheduled to last a couple of weeks between the 27th July – 12th August 2012. The question is what impact will that have on stags and hens planning to book time in Manchester for their last nights and weekends of freedom next year?

Well although slightly early still the team at Stag and Hen Manchester have been looking at things and thought you all might appreciate a blog on the subject so here we go.

Do any Olympic Sports happen in Manchester?

Despite being well renowned as being the home of British cycling and other sports like Squash the only sport scheduled to happen in Manchester during the Olympics is what the city is most famous for and that is Football.

Football will be a major feature of the Olympic programme at London 2012. Beginning with group matches and ending with a knockout phase, the competition will offer all the drama that fans have come to expect from major international tournaments. There will be two medal events at London 2012, one for men’s teams and one for women.

As the Olympic football tournaments are scheduled to happen at 6 stadiums around the country the whole of the two tournaments will not happen at Old Trafford in Manchester but there are 7 days during the Olympics where football will happen at the home of Manchester United.

They are as follows:-

Thursday 26th July 2012 – 5-9.45pm

Sunday 29th July 2012 – 12-4.45pm

Tuesday 31st July 2012 – 5.15pm – 7.15pm

Wednesday 1st August 2012 – 5-7pm

Saturday 4th August 2012 – 12-2pm

Monday 6th August 2012 – 7.45pm - 9.45pm

Tuesday 7th August 2012 – 7.45pm - 9.45pm

These games will cause an increase in visitors to the city as the stadium can hold 75,000 people but we are already working with our partners hotels and apartment providers in Manchester to nullify any impact on those stags and hens looking at a Manchester Stag Party or Manchester Hen Party on the two weekends where there is a game being played.

Interesting Facts on Olympic Football

- Football was introduced as a medal sport at the 1908 Olympic Games.

- Great Britain won the first gold medal

- The sport has featured at every Olympic Games since, with the exception of Los Angeles 1932

- Keep an eye out for the return of a Great Britain team this year.

- Stag and Hen Manchester is going with tickets to all games at Old Trafford J

Will Manchester See an Increase in Visitors During the Olympics?

All answers to this question point to yes as those visiting London for the games look to explore a country they might not have seen before and with Manchester only a few hours away by train or plane and well known as the UK’s unofficial second city. City centre bosses, hoteliers and ourselves all expect increased demand on the weekends during the games. This means that we will be looking to hold some hotel rooms with you lovely stags and hens in mind.

What Weekends Will See an Effect?

27-29th July 2012

3-5th August 2012

10-12th August 2012

We expect weekends before and after the Games to see an effect but that will be minimal.

Are any teams basing themselves in Manchester?

At time of writing no team is basing themselves in Manchester meaning no impact from an influx of athletes , officials and supporters.

Will there be Olympic Fan Events happening in the city?

Although not scheduled just yet we would strongly suggest that there will be a series of events to mark the Olympics if you are visiting Manchester during the Games and we will release details of those on our Twitter and Facebook pages and via our emailing as soon as we are aware of them.

I am trying to organise a Manchester Stag Weekend or Manchester Hen Weekend during the Olympics – What do I do now?

Our best advice is to put an enquiry in with us now and ask us to hold some hotel rooms for you – Once we have done that you can find out final numbers safe in the knowledge you won’t suffer due to any increased demand for hotel rooms. You can take your time deciding what to do on the day and then pay us a deposit when you are ready to book and are happy with the personal Stag Party or Hen Party proposal Stag and Hen Manchester has sent you.

As the meerkat from compare the market would say – Simples! J

We will continually be assessing the impact the 2012 Olympic Games will have and will update you as we progress further towards the Games themselves. IF you have any questions in the meantime do get in touch!

Kind Regards

Stag and Hen Manchester Team

Manchester Burger Off Competition at the Printworks

2011-08-21T03:12:00.000-07:00

Tuesday 26^th August saw Mike from Stag and Hen Manchester invited down to be a guest judge at “The Printworks Burger Off Competition”. What is that I hear you yell? - well it was a competition amongst the majority of the Printworks tenants for who cooked the best burger and Mike had the hard job of eating 7 Burgers and along with three other judges deciding which was best. This was done to celebrate National Gourmet Burger Week and showcase what this nightlife complex has to offer visitors to Manchester

We are now able to let you stags and hens know the results and whether Mike and the team at Stag and Hen Manchester agree with them. This will mean you will be already well versed on the best places to visit in the Printworks for your evening meal on your Manchester Stag and Hen parties.

Mike’s fellow judges were top chef from the Mark Addy and nominee for chef of the year at Manchester’s Food and Drink festival Robert Owen Brown, Rock Radio’s Paul Anthony and Paul Southworth the Twitter judge (@Paulsfloors).

Passing you across to Mike and he will tell the story of the day!

The afternoon started at Manchester’s Hard Rock Cafe where the first burger up for tasting was the Hard Rock California Burger:-

Now Stag and Hen Manchester already loved the Hard Rock Cafe and its food and this burger was no exception. We love it so much that we can offer the Platinum Menu to stags and hens coming to the city on their Manchester Stag Party or Manchester Hen Party.The burger had an excellent filling of Guacamole, good beef and lashings of cheese with their always excellent chips! (The Platinum Menu doesn’t include this burger though so let us know on enquiring and we can arrange it for you)

Second up and another of our offerings to Manchester bound stags and hens was Henry j Beans and their standard cheeseburger with Monterey Cheese. The secret ingredient that surprised us all though when the chef told us was “Love” and it was obvious that he took an awful lot of care over every dish he sent out from his kitchen.

With Burgers already on our special Stag and Hen Party meal menus and cocktails or jugs of beer included all for as little as £25 per person you are onto a winner if you decide to have your hen party or stag party dinner at Henry J Beans in the Printworks.

Next up as the day continued was a trip to Lloyds No 1 Bar where we sampled their Blue Cheese burger.

With consistently high hygiene ratings you can be rest assured your food is prepared properly and it is certainly packing a punch on taste with its wonderful Blue Cheese sauce but the chips scored quite poorly in our minds so if you like you accompaniments with a good burger you will get better elsewhere in the Printworks.

Following on from Lloyds No 1 Bar was Chiquitos for a bit of a Mexican theme and their Big Texan Cowboy Burger and bottle of Corona went down a treat with me until I got to the Bun of their burger which was massively soggy and needed improving. It was a shame as the whole group including the chef from The Mark Addy was scoring it very highly until then. See if you like the look of it here and oh if you order it doubled up and finish it – it is yours for free perfect for that Manchester Stag night challenge and lining the stomachs before enjoying some more Corona!

Next up on the Burger conveyor belt was a trip to Waxy O Connor’s Irish pub for their burger with cheese, bacon and Ballymaloe relish all the way from Ireland. Expertly presented this was definitely a feast for the eyes but did cause a bit of debate as to the Irish relish on top of the burger. Robert Owen Brown our resident chef judge felt it too sweet for a burger but I thought it was lovely and a great addition. A strong contender for me and as it turned out later the other judges!

Following Waxy’s we went to Old Orleans where we were presented with a number of burgers including a chilli burger and cheeseburger and we all tucked in having had them explained by the onsite chef.

The shame about these was whilst it was clear the chef was passionate and proud about what he offered to guests coming into Old Orleans unfortunately the chain sources it meat poorly and from London which meant the meat quality was poor in comparison to other locally sourced options we had had. However the Sweet Potato Fries are to absolutely die for!

Last up we headed into one of the more recent additions to the huge restaurant portfolio at the Printworks PapaG’s. Here the owner Angelou was probably the most passionate about his restaurant and food and he introduced us to the Big Greek Burger:-

The burger had halloumi, houmous and smoked ham as well as the burger and salad and went alongside some of Papa G’s famous thick cut chips or what I ended up calling half potato chips they were that massive. The smoked ham was a bit overpowering for me but yummy none the less.

Once we had finished and slumped back into our judging chairs we assessed the figures that we had given to the appearance, bun , burger meat, burger additions and overall taste of all the burgers we had tasted and after a little debate we came up with a winner on the day and that was the last burger we had tasted the Papa G’s Big Greek Burger which won by a short distance from Waxy O Connors and Henry J Beans. We still loved the Hard Rock Cafe burger and give it an honourable mention despite other critical words from my fellow judges.

So what have we to conclude from my afternoon of judging. Well:-

The quality of food across all the venues at the Printworks is of a very high quality

There is a huge variety of choice of restaurants always willing to accept large groups.

It is is conveniently situated in a nightlife hub for your Manchester Stag and Hen Parties and opposite the Birdcage for you hens

IF you do not opt to visit Henry J Beans or The Hard Rock Cafe we suggest heading to Papa G’s and seeing Angelo for food to remember and fill you up!

For additional information on the Printworks see www.theprintworks.com or simply ask us for details!

And remember we provide free nightife passes to top quality venues in the Printworks if you book your Manchester Stag Weekend or Manchester Hen Weekend with us so it will work perfectly to get some food at the same place!

Resilient Manchester Bounces Back to Stag and Hen Party Central

2011-08-13T08:40:00.000-07:00

At the end of a crazy week where the actions of a minority of thugs have made the news and Manchester has hit the headlines as being the centre of trouble on Tuesday evening we wanted to reassure all those looking at Manchester for a stag or hen party that all is back to normal and looking forward to welcoming you into the city.

The Stag and Hen Manchester team have been in touch with all our suppliers this week and in the majority of cases our suppliers have escaped with minor damage as the mindless thugs vented their fury on the city centre's many retailers. Although some shops and areas of Manchester see chipboard up protecting premises and repairing damage from Tuesday night a lot have already either started or even nearly finished repairs . Very soon the riots will be a very distant memory!!!

We headed down to help with the city clean up and with the hundreds of Mancunian volunteers had the streets cleared and cleaned by mid afternoon Wednesday and with organisations such as City Co and the management team at Manchester Piccadilly working exceptionally hard scenes of trouble have reverted back to safe green open spaces where thousands have come to shop, relax and enjoy some Northern hospitality in the city's many bars and restaurants.

We have a number of parties in the city centre this weekend doing a variety of activities from chocolate masterclasses to clay pigeon shooting and comedy evening to high end clubbing in the White Room. We have kept in touch with them all week as unlike other companies who organise parties in Manchester we are in the city and on the ground and they have been very grateful for that. Remember to not always believe what you hear from rumours or see in the press - we are here so ask us!

Our Twitter will constantly update you and our Facebook page is there to help and of course you can pick up the phone at any point if you have any questions at all. We are proud to be part of the I Love MCR campaign started today by the city and its many residents, hoteliers, landlords and retailers and still are hugely proud to specialise in making sure your last night or weekend offreedom is a hugely enjoyable one in our home city of Manchester.

Proud Mancunians aka The Stag and Hen Manchester team!

See how much Mancunians love their city here at a Facebook page dedicated to that very subject!

2011-07-18T08:15:00.000-07:00

July – Busy Busy Busy

Yet again our forays into the blogosphere have suffered recently but our very valid excuse has been the invasion of stag and hen parties into Manchester this July which at current account has had twenty three parties booked to happen on one of its 5 weekends. We have already had one of our busiest weekends this year on July 8-10^th and expect an equally as busy weekend later this month between the 29-31^st July as stags and hens react to losing the first two weekends in June to expensive accommodation prices caused by the influx of Take That fans.

So what have all these Manchester stag and hen parties been doing? Interested in what they have been doing and need ideas - well the list of activities in July that have been enjoyed or are still to be enjoyed are below. Email us at info@stagandhenmanchester.co.uk or call 0161 223 0417 to make an enquiry

Hen Wowballs in Manchester

Manchester Salsa Dancing

A night at Belle Vue Dogs for stags

Manchester Burlesque Dancing

Cocktail Masterclass for hens

Hen Segwaying

Manchester Birdcage tickets – VIP and Reserved Seat Tickets

Stag Go Karting

Manchester Assault Course

Manchester Casino Experience for stags

Chocolate Masterclass for hens

Indoor Skydiving

Bollywood Dancing in Manchester

Meal at Henry J Beans

Manchester Ch eerleading

Kayaking for Stags

Raft Building for Stags

5* Hen Spa

Hen Photoshoot

Cupcake Decorating Class in Manchester

2011-05-31T09:47:00.000-07:00

Last month saw the addition of yet another fun hen daytime activity for your hen parties in Manchester when we introduced Manchester Cupc ake Decorating Classes. After another tough round of due diligence the conclusion from me and more importantly Hen consultant extraodinaire Sharon was that a city centre cupcakery located in the popular Spinningfields area not only made the nicest cakes (Yummmm....) but had the best class for all you Manchester bound hens.

So what happens in a cupcake decorating class in Manchester? Is it boring tutoring on how to bake cakes is it just sprinkling hundreds and thousands on ready made cakes? Nope put simply it is a session packed full of sugary goodness, buttercream madness and most importantly cupcake decorating tips. Bridesmaids beware though if you do to good a job though you may be asked to provide some of your own creations on the wedding day! (our advice if you are asked is have a quiet word with the friendly staff who can bake, decorate and deliver to your wedding if need be)

Your Manchester Cupcake decorating class will start with a luxury DIY hot chocolate as you settle in to the cupcakery and you meet the friendly staff before you are split up into two groups with one heading back in to the bakery to get their lesson on making the perfect buttercream icing whilst one starts practicing their buttercream icing piping techniques on sheets of paper provided. Then both groups switch before everyone returns to the front of the cupcakery to continue their practice before you are each given six newly created cupcakes for you to create your final designs on to take away with you back to your apartment or hotel.

You can be as creative as you want and as rude and cheeky as you wish – your cupcakes your final design is the rule we and the staff abide by. Nikki and her hens we the first group to go and enjoy our cupcake decorating class in Manchester before their Manchester hen night out and you can check out all their photos at our Facebook Page.

Cupcake Decorating Classes are available from £35 per person and can accommodate groups of up to 16 hens per two hour session for more information check out the cupcake decorating class page on our website www.stagandhenmanchester.co.uk .

Manchester SkyLounge

2011-05-03T11:48:00.000-07:00

Thinking of coming on a Hen Weekend in Manchester got your hen activities sorted, your accommodation sorted and your night out planned but struggling for that perfect Hen party meal? Well the latest hidden gem we bring to all you Manchester bound hens is the Sky Lounge.

The Manchester Sky Lounge, situated a top of a boutique 4* hotel eleven floors up is yours to use exclusively for groups of 8 – 40 hens for an evening meal . No hire fee is needed you simply pay for the cost of your three course meal. Imagine it your own dining room with floor to ceiling windows across three sides of the room giving panoramic views of the ever changing Manchester Skyline.

Situated just off Piccadilly Gardens right in the centre of Manchester it is walkable from all our city centre hotels and under fifteen minutes walk away from the popular hen night out venues at the Printworks and Deansgate Locks area of nightlife.

We love it not least because it’s dining in your own restaurant with all the positives and none of the negatives.

There is no need to worry about being cramped in, no shouting to make yourselves heard, no waiting for your table, no other hen parties and no mass cooked uncared for food

Instead the Manchester Sky Lounge gives you a floor all to your groups with your own toilets and bar, the choice of having either no background music or having music at a level where people can still hear each other, exceptional food on a menu using only fresh seasonal ingredients and panoramic views of the lit up Manchester Skyline and not the back of the heads on the people next to you.

Most definitely one of our favourite places for the Stag and Hen Manchester team to eat when heading out on the town. Our example menu for the Manchester Sky Lounge is yours for only £35 per hen:-

STARTERS

Chef’s Choice Soup of the Day (v)

Chicken Liver Parfait, red onion marmalade

Marinated Mackerel, ham hock potato cake, horseradish and beetroot salad

MAINS

Chicken Breast stuffed with sun-blushed tomato and herb, boulangère potato, chicken jus

Pan-fried Sea Bream with Potato Sarladaise, pak choi, lime and chilli dressing

Red pepper, Shallot and Goats Cheese Tart, rocket pesto (v)

DESSERTS

Bittersweet Chocolate Tart, orange compote

Glazed lemon tart, raspberry sorbet

Selection of Local Cheeses, homemade chutney and oat cakes

Manchester - Best City To Live in The UK - Why Not Visit?

2011-03-06T09:47:00.000-08:00

For the second year in a row our fantastic city has come top of all UK cities in a list compiled by the Economic Intelligence Unit of the best places to live. And hey if its great to live in we think it is even more awesome to visit for a Manchester Stag Night or Manchester Hen Party. We might be biased a bit but hey its difficult to argue with the logic.

Manchester came in at 42nd place three higher than last year and well and truly beat London into second as it only came in at 53rd place. So why is the city so great to live in and visit for your Manchester Stag Weekend and Manchester Hen Weekend?

Friendliness of locals

You are going to get nothing but a warm welcome from everyone in Manchester which is famed for its Northern hospitality as this testimonial from a group of hens about the staff at one of our Stag and Hen friendly hotels proves:- "The hotel accommodation was excellent, the staff were friendly, informative and very attentive."

Quantity of Things to Do for Stag and Hen Activities in Manchester

With such a variety of things for locals and stags and hens visiting Manchester to do you are spoilt for choice as what you do on an average weekend. One of only three indoor skydiving centres in the UK, the largest indoor golf centre in the EU, a large winter sports centre and that only names three of many active activities you can do. If you want to relax a little there are plenty of Spa days to relax and unwind in that locals and hens can enjoy alike. Check out this testimonial "GL14 was fabulous; we practically had the full spa to ourselves. The woman who welcomed us really looked after us and made us feel very special. Many of my friends commented on how their treatments were one of the best they have ever had. The lunch was perfect and we were very pleased they allowed us to have our pink bubbly and even kept it chilled for us"

Large Multicultural Nightlife Scene in Manchester

The last thing that makes up out three point theory on why Manchester is so great to live in and visit for your Manchester Stag Party or Manchester Hen Night is the huge nightlife scene the city has to offer. After all as the saying about that all important balance goes

"Work Hard - Play Hard!!"

With a huge amount of venues from the well known British Pub, to a trendy bar, to a city centre superclub spread from the first main nightlife area at Deansgate Locks to the south of the city centre up to the Printworks in the North of the city centre. Make sure you pick up some Manchester nightlife passes if you are heading out locally or on a Manchester Stag Night or Manchester Hen Night

So follow the experts when they say its a good place to live in or visit and then leave the rest up us the local Stag and Hen experts to sort the rest. Hassle Free Stag and Hen Party fun all in teh unofficial capital of the UK Manchester!!!

2011 Chester Racecourse Wedding Fayre

2011-02-19T05:30:00.000-08:00

It is that time of year again and after a very successful time meeting all you stags and hens in Chester last year we are heading back to the Racecourse tomorrow for the 2011 Chester Racecourse Wedding Fayre. We had a great time last year and are really excited to see you all tomorrow.

So if you want to chat about your plans for a Manchester Stag Weekend or Manchester Hen Weekend then come across to the stand as we enjoy nothing more than making sure your party is the fun first step on the road to your special wedding day.

Mike and Sharon will be available to give advice to both stags and hens on everything from the type of stag and hen friendly accommodation, to what unique and enjoyable activities Manchester has to offer, to the best night spots to party the night away. A wealth of information all available to you at our stand at the 2011 Chester Racecourse Wedding Fayre.

We have just started to use an exquisite 4* hotel in the centre of Manchester that no other stag and hen organisers can use to make sure you have that added degree of exclusivity and luxury to your Manchester Stag or Manchester Hen party. With plenty of 3*, 4* and 5* hotels and city centre apartments on offer you wont be found wanting for the right accommodation for your group.

Manchester is a vault of hidden stag and hen activity gems with plenty of options you might not have thought of. Want to live on the wild side well why not try out Manchester Indoor Skydiving, a Segway Safari or even some snow activities like Skiing or Snowboarding or if you fancied the more relaxed activities why not try an exquisite 5* hen spa day , a round of golf at the largest indoor golf centre in the EU or a fun cocktail masterclass and those are all just for starters.

Then lastly among all of Manchester’s varied nightspot options and all our nightlife passes on offer - our favourite hen nightspot is the Manchester Birdcage where you can get a good dose of retro cheese indispersed between Las Vegas style drag and showgirl cabaret performances. Look out for information we have at our stand and our special competition for a table at the Birdcage with a glass of bubbly on a Friday night where you can take up to 9 of your friends for a bit of hen party reconnaissance.

Looking Forward to Seeing You at the Chester Racecourse Wedding Fayre Tomorrow

– The Stag and Hen Manchester Team

Stag Party Stripper Nightmare - Avoid With Our Special Offer

2011-01-09T05:02:00.000-08:00

We were recently contacted by a guy who had come to Manchester for his stag do and had rather an unfortunate experience with a stripper his mates had organised for him. This inspired us to get a group of university students to recreate his awful experience and contrast with one he would have had if his mates had used us and our local contacts. See what you think of their video below.

Now we want to mark this video with a special offer to stags coming to have their stag parties in Manchester and therefore for all those that send us an enquiry in add “Stag666” to the additional info section at the bottom of your booking form and we will arrange free entry for the group to one of Manchester’s premier lap dancing club where you can enjoy the attentions of Manchester’s finest ladies all night and truly leave the groom with an idea of what he is leaving behind!! (Special stag shows can be arranged with venue management on arrival)

So please do get in touch with us on 0161 223 0417 and info@stagandhenmanchester.co.uk or visit the website www.stagandhenmanchester.co.uk and Build Your Own perfect stag party.

Seasons Greetings and Festive Opening Times

2010-12-22T13:45:00.000-08:00

With the silly season well and truly underway we felt it important to let all you stags and hens know about the Stag and Hen Manchester’s movements over Christmas. We realise that a lot of prospective stags and hens may well use the festive holiday period to do some investigations on those all important 2011 Manchester Stag Parties and Manchester Hen Parties so this blog is to make sure you know how to get in touch when you want to.

Monday 20^th – Friday 24^th December – Working

Use 0161 223 0417, 07970047821, info@stagandhenmanchester.co.uk , @stagandhenmanc on Twitter or drop us a message on our “Stag and Hen Manchester” Facebook page

Saturday 25^th – Monday 27^th December – Not Working

Please note we will be keeping an eye on our email address info@stagandhenmanchester.co.uk so we can respond to urgent enquiries but our phones will not be answered

Tuesday 28^th December – Thursday 30^th December – Working

Use 0161 223 0417, 07970047821, info@stagandhenmanchester.co.uk , @stagandhenmanc on Twitter or drop us a message on our “Stag and Hen Manchester” Facebook page

Friday 31^st December – Sunday 2^nd January 2011 – Not Working

Please note we will be keeping an eye on our email address info@stagandhenmanchester.co.uk so we can respond to urgent enquiries but our phones will not be answered

Sunday 3^rd January 2011 – Onwards – Working as Normal

For those of you with Stag and Hen parties in January you have been given all our numbers and email addresses you need and you are free to speak to us throughout the festive and New Year period as we appreciate how important it is to have someone available in the run up to your Manchester Stag and Hen Party.

From all the team at Stag and Hen Manchester we would like to wish a really Happy Christmas and a fantastic New Year and we look forward to speaking to you in 2011.

Kind Regards

The Stag and Hen Manchester Team

Snow Days, Manchester Christmas Market and Stags and Hens Ain't No April Fools

2010-12-02T09:26:00.001-08:00

The snow has hit the country again and Manchester has been no exception. A snow day – Well sort of has allowed us to catch up on a couple of matters.

Manchester Christmas Markets

Firstly we strapped on our hardiest walking boots and strode out to the station to get the train into Manchester to explore our famous and hugely popular Christmas markets. Passing through a wintry Piccadilly Gardens we ended up at the first Christmas market we planned to visit at Exchange Square.

As the official Christmas Markets website says "No Mancunian winter is complete without a wander through the chalet-lined streets of Manchester's famous Christmas market. "So if you are planning a Christmassy Manchester Hen Nights or Hen Weekends in Manchester we strongly suggest these markets form an important part of your plans.

Over 8 different spaces there is a huge variety of goods on offer from gifts, crafts, arts and toys to the always popular and ever delicious array of food on offer at the German Christmas market at St Anns Square opposite the town hall. The Stag and Hen Manchester team always make a point of going down for some Dutch mini pancakes, French Profiteroles, hot chocolate, Gluhwein, roasted chestnuts, Waffles and anything else we can fit in. We are heading back in again a week Friday

The team and especially our lovely hen specialist Sharon loves the Craft and Gift market on Exchange street aswell where she has picked up many a silly hat, specially made bag or stunning bespoke jewellery.

With Manchester Hen Party Accommodation at special rates make sure if its a Winter wedding you head to Manchester between the 18^th November and Christmas for that Hen party to remember.

Prospective Stags and Hens Aren’t No April Fools

We haven’t had the Christmas silly season yet and already all you organised stags and hens have been booking your 2011 Manchester Stag Parties and Manchester Hen Parties and a lot of the time you have followed the example of the new royal couple and picked April dates for your event to remember.

Manchester Stag and Hen Accommodation in the city centre across all weekends in April is already looking fairly booked up so if you are planning for that month I would suggest getting your plans and friends together as soon as possible and getting booked in.

Don’t fret though we know all the best places to source value for money 3*,4* and apartment accommodation and will move heaven and earth to get you booked in and if for some reason we can’t we know the best places just outside the city centre that will work for you instead! So get in touch with us locals and let Stag and Hen Manchester get you that perfect bespoke party you will remember ahead of your special day!

Regards and Early Seasons Greetings the Stag and Hen Manchester team!

A copy of this blog at www.stagandhenmanchester.co.uk

Our Motto - Flexibility Is Key - Stag and Hen Manchester

2010-11-22T03:25:00.000-08:00

This week on the blog we wanted to talk about Stag and Hen Manchester’s motto and that motto is “Flexibility is Key” – Unlike other companies out there we will book any and all combinations of activities, accommodation and nightlife passes as we can appreciate everyone has different needs.

Taking this weekend as an example Rebekah and her hens had already booked their own hen accommodation in Manchester and therefore only wanted activities and nightlife passes. So what did we do? That’s right we booked them their Manchester Butler in the Buff and sorted out FREE nightlife passes to not one, not two but three venues at the Printworks. Now we think you can’t say fairer than that.

So whether you are looking for Hen Weekends in Manchester or Manchester Stag parties you can use our specially designed “Build Your Own Party” pages to pick that perfect combination. You can even ask for more than one proposal to make sure that you have a few options to choose from when talking to your fellow stags and hens.

Now flexibility doesn’t end with the choice of activities, accommodation or nightlife because our bespoke personal proposals that we send out to you come with a guarantee that where you want to tweak the itinerary we send out to you and the situation allows we of course change it to meet your requirements. You are the boss!!

You can call us at any time of the night or day seven days a week as we appreciate you can’t always organise things or ask questions when you are at work and more importantly when those all important Manchester Stag Party and Manchester Hen Party discussions are happening at all hours of the weekend you know someone is available to answer any queries the group may have.

So if you are looking at Manchester do consider us as Stag and Hen Manchester have the flexibility to give you that bespoke party experience to remember!!

Manchester Hen Weekend Heaven

2010-10-29T06:14:00.001-07:00

Last weekend saw two groups of hens come to Manchester for their Hen Weekends and they really managed to illustrate what a great central location Manchester is – Jocelyn and her hens who came up from Devon on the South coast and Jana and her hens who came down from County Durham in Northern England. Location wasn’t the only difference in the groups though as whilst Jocelyn and her friends enjoyed a cocktail masterclass and meal at the Hard Rock Cafe, Jana was treated to cocktails served by her Butler in the Buff, Phil, in their city centre apartments.

Jocelyn’s Hen Party

For only £141 per hen Jocelyn’s group enjoyed a full Manchester Spa day at our exclusive 5* Hen Spa in the city centre on the Saturday followed by a Manchester cocktail masterclass and yummy three course meal at the UK’s largest Hard Rock Cafe in Manchester’s popular Printworks nightlife complex. To finish their Saturday off we organised a Manchester Hen night out to remember with FREE Q jump passes to Tiger Tiger, Henry J Beans and Manchester’s only city centre superclub PURE. Then it was back to their 3* hotel for a good night's sleep and a full English breakfast in the morning before a trip back home.

Jana’s Hen Party

For only £124 per hen Jana’s group enjoyed a couple of hours in a Manchester Pole Party, the company of Phil a Butler in the Buff who helped serve drinks in their apartment for a couple of hours before they went out, FREE Q jump passes to Tiger Tiger, Henry J Beans and Manchester’s only city centre superclub PURE and then after breakfast the following morning the group enjoyed a full Manchester Spa day at our exclusive 5* Hen Spa in the city centre that Jocelyn’s group had visited the previous day. Jana’s group had booked accommodation themselves and we were happy to be flexible enough to allow them to just book activities with us and even split their group into different numbers on Saturday and Sunday which each Hen only paying for what they enjoyed.

Remember ladies it is never to early to get your 2011 hen party booked so do get in touch. The organised amongst you have already booked as late as next August!! We are available at any time of the day so do get in touch.

The Stag and Hen Manchester Team

http://www.stagandhenmanchester.co.uk

Be Pole Divas on Your Manchester Hen Weekend

2010-09-20T03:35:00.000-07:00

I was invited recently by our dance partner to a competition organised by them called Pole Divas National Pole Fitness competition. Naturally I leapt at the opportunity to do something I wouldn’t normally do on a Sunday afternoon and head off into town to the venue Pure Manchester at the Printworks.

Normally known as Manchester’s only city centre superclub, Pure Manchester during the day was a somewhat strange experience for me as I usually only head to its entrance at 11pm rather merry if I am honest. Still with three massive dancefloors and a sound and lighting system to match the best out there I could totally see why it was chosen to hold the Manchester heat of a competition that I am reliably informed has been going for 5 years and has only been getting more and more popular.

Now I have to say if the competitiors were anything to go by in the Manchester heat the competition is in for its best year yet as I couldn’t believe what they could do with the pole and would have certainly put me to shame if I had tried. Check out this competitor from the advanced amateur category and prepare to be amazed!!!

Fay who is one of the two organisers of Pole Divas National Pole Fitness competition organises a variety of dance sessions for hens visiting Manchester on their Manchester Hen Party, Manchester Hen Night or Manchester Hen Weekend. Fay is the matriarch of Manchester dance and has been running dance lessons in Manchester for more than 6 years and is perfectly qualified to get you hens dancing like a professional whilst having tremendous fun into the bargain. We have already organised the following and are constantly striving for new dancing options to give to you.

Manchester pole parties

Manchester Cheerleading Parties

Manchester Burlesque Dancing Parties

Manchester Bollywood Dancing

Manchester Salsa Dancing

All the locations are in the city centre in either dance studios a la “Pineapple Dance Studios” or studios in fitness clubs and last two hours as standard as Stag and Hen Manchester find that the perfect length to learn some basic moves comfortably before performing a routine with your fellow hens. The focus is on fun and having a laugh whilst dipping your toes in something new. All teachers are professionally qualified dancers who have been specially chosen for your group.

We suggest a minimum of 8 hens although so long as you pay the minimum price you can come along with a smaller group and the larger the group the lower the price so we are very flexible when it comes to hen dancing in Manchester. We can split you into two groups if need be as well for groups above 16 if wanted and can even do one hour of one type of dancing and one hour of another – simply ask on booking.

So if you want to enter or follow the heats of the Pole Divas competition visit the website here and good luck to all involved and we look forward to hearing from you dance mad hens.

Regards

Mike

Stags at the Footy on a Manchester Stag Weekend - The Blue Half of Manchester Reviewed

2010-09-15T07:38:00.000-07:00

Saturday September 11^th saw me invited to the latest Premier League football match at the blue half of Manchester’s stadium Eastlands where Manchester City were to take on Blackburn Rovers. Having just recently released Manchester City as an option for the footie keen stags coming to Manchester for their Manchester Stag weekend I felt it necessary to pop along and make sure things were still up to scratch.

I think summing it up as normal off the pitch the club is well set up to accommodate footie mad stags looking to watch some football on a Manchester stag weekend but on the pitch unfortunately at the moment performances aren’t coming up to scratch. Entertaining nonetheless but the results certainly aren’t following despite the influx of playing talent like Balotelli, Milner, Yaya Toure, and David Silva to name but a few.

Stag and Hen Manchester would certainly encourage Manchester City as value for money alone on the performances of Carlos Tevez – Utter Class!

I ended up on the entry level food hospitality package that starts at £85+VAT which was called the Citizens Suite where you get a car park space if needed, programme, pre and post match entertainment with City Legend Gary Owen and guests, three course carvery meal, half time cakes and pay bar all afternoon. Seats for the ticket are East Stand Level 2 on the half way line which made for a fabulous view.

I enjoyed the meal barring a couple of questionable roast potatoes “me being picky really” and had a fat moment when i went for two pieces of the biggest most calorie inducing chocolate fudgecake I had seen in my life. Bar prices weren’t outrageous and 5 pints of lager, two pints of coke and a rum and coke came to £29.60. The seats for the game were spot on and bathed in sunshine and the only real disappointment was the 1-1 final result but you can’t have everything.

For those stags thinking of a visit check out Man Cit y Football and give us a call with any questions as we can run through all the available options from the basic premier seat and programme package to the higher end hospitality packages as with different pricing for different category games and availability varying wildly on occasions it is best to talk to us about what you want and we will find the best option for you.

Not a blue but a red then don’t forget to visit Man Utd Footy aswell for the Manchester United, Manchester Stag Party ticket options.

Mike from Stag and Hen Manchester

Manchester Stag Party Good Times - September 2010

2010-09-14T15:46:00.001-07:00

Paul and his stags from Cumbria were the latest group to hit the delights of Manchester on their Manchester Stag Party. In the planning since May with the organising duties split between the best man Rich and the main man himself the groom Paul they eventually settled on 1 nights 3* stag friendly accommodation, “Have a Go” Clay Pigeon Shooting package, two hour private poker session at one of Manchester’s finest casino’s, cocktail wristbands at Illusions Magic Bar and priority entrance tickets to Manchester’s only city centre superclub in the Printworks , Pure Manchester.

Taking each element at once Paul’s group arrived in Manchester via train and thanks to a swift tram ride and short walk to Castlefield in the city centre the group arrived early at the hotel at about 12.30pm. As with most of our bookings they were able to check in early but even if they couldn’t have done they would have been able to store luggage until they could. With twin rooms B&B and free access to the health club it was ideal for their needs. Then bang on 1.30pm our travel firm picked the group up for the short ride to their first activity in some woods out in West Manchester- Clay Pigeon Shooting.

Once at the Clay Pigeon Shooting club in west Manchester in picturesque woods the experienced staff including ex Olympic medallists greeted the group and hand out the necessary equipment before giving the essential safety briefing before it is out to the many traps to start the session. The entry level option for Clay Pigeon Shooting “Have a Go” gives each Stag in Manchester doing Clay Pigeon Shooting 25 shots with full instruction and you needn’t worry because even I with my glasses started to hit the targets a few shots in. With 11 guys the session lasts about 1.5-2hours and as with all our clay pigeon shooting bookings the included transport comes back to pick you back up to take you into the city centre again.

Once back in town a short walk away from the hotel found the lads at one of Manchester’s finest casinos where met by a host the group first of all signed in with their photo ID – (a must for all casino and poker packages) before a dealer,a private table, all the necessary equipment and a free drink all greeted them as they walked in. Paul and his mates decided to have a quick learn to play refresher course before they all kicked into a tournament with £5 per person prize money they had as standard and added another £5 per person on arrival. Paul ended up winning by all accounts and a kitty for the evenings drinks suddenly came into being.

To finish off the evening the lads headed to one of the main areas of nightlife in Manchester the Printworks. Within the Printworks is Manchester’s only city centre superclub Pure where three dancefloors, three bars, a variety of music with a sound and lighting system to rival any out there and Manchester’s finest women awaited them. By all accounts a good night was had or at least the bits they told me left me with that impression.

Like what you hear stags and want your Manchester Stag night, Manchester stag weekend, Manchester Stag Party, Manchester Stag do or even private party to do the same then let us know after all the boys paid only £130 per stag!!

Keep your eyes peeled for more Manchester Stag Party stories from the team at Stag and Hen Manchester

Stag and Hen Manchester - Monthly Update

2010-09-06T16:05:00.000-07:00

It has been a fair old while since we have last hit the blogosphere and we can make no excuses other than being hectic sorting out Manchester Stag and Hen parties galore both this year and next, appearing live on the radio telling people about how brilliant we are and attending the odd event or two! So sit back and enjoy as we update from the last four weeks!

So who has come for their Manchester Hen party since we last spoke – Louise and her hens that’s who!

Arriving on one of the busiest city centre weekends of the year Manchester Pride, Louise and her hens headed straight into the Northern Quarter for a day at a photostudio getting make up from a professional makeup artist before each getting a half hour photoshoot in 3 or 4 outfits before coming together for a group shot for the Bride to remember her Hen party by. Throw in lunch nibbles, a glass of bubbly and a professionally touched photo to take home each and you have the perfect hen activity for your Manchester Hen Party. Check out the hen activities and look for Hen Photoshoot for details.

Once done there it was a quick journey to the groups hotel which was only 4 miles out of the city centre as for weekends where United play at home or large events are occurring its better value for money to get hen friendly accommodation a little out of the city centre where the prices artificially inflate. Don’t worry hens though we have listed these dates on our website in our Hen Accommodation section and on other weekends you will be firmly in the city centre making the most of our lower hotel accommodation rates.

Once back in town it was straight to OPUS in the Printworks for a meal out and a Manchester Hen Comedy Evening before nightlife passes allowed them to drink and dance the night away. All for only £135 per Hen.

Bookings are flooding in for 2011 from all you organised hens and we have put a number of parties in our diary for next year already so if you are thinking it’s too early why not get in touch and start discussing plans with your fellow stags and hens. Remember its only 20% deposit now with the remainder coming 5 weeks prior to your party and you are guaranteed 2010 prices - a plus ahead of the VAT increase and any supplier increases that may come.

We are currently looking at providing you with some more pre paid food options to include on your bespoke stag and hen parties in Manchester so keep your eyes peeled and have a few interesting new activities in the offing as well. Murder Mystery anyone?

The 23rd August even saw Stag and Hen Manchester interviewed on Manchester's premier business show on BBC Radio Manchester talking about our bespoke stag and hen parties in Manchester and how great all you stags and hens are!!!

I celebrated my birthday in style with the team which left us with sore heads for days, visited Portsmouth to check out how stags and hens party down south (Manchester is still the only way to go!!) and have been invited to a few football games at the blue and red side of the city as the football season kicks off again. Stags remember with Man City Football and Man Utd Football you could be there too!

Then finally this past weekend saw us at Mulligans on Southgate down the road from Oxford Road Revolution which is heaving and full of partygoers every Saturday singing and dancing to the live band that is on. Well worth a visit if you are a fan of Irish pubs and we danced and drank the night away until the wee small hours but were a little too drunk to get some pictures to share with you. Sos!

We will be back a little more often now after our extended break so look out for more updates from Stag and Hen Manchester

The Divine Comedy at Hard Rock Cafe Manchester

2010-08-10T03:24:00.001-07:00

Ever popular with Stags and Hens for its food, atmosphere, friendly staff and convenient Printworks location, the biggest Hard Rock Cafe in the UK (there are unbelievably only 4!) was the venue last night for a Q Music sponsored gig by The Divine Comedy. Neil Hannon has been producing brilliant music since the early 90’s and his latest album “Bang goes the Knighthood” continues this trend.

Stag and Hen Manchester decided to go for a quick meal at Tampopo just across exchange square on the outside lower floor of the Triangle shopping centre beforehand. For Manchester Stags and Hens that don’t fancy any food at the Hard Rock Cafe Manchester and fancy instead just a Manchester cocktail masterclass with a spot of far eastern cuisine afterwards it is an ideal and relatively cheap option ahead of a good stag or hen night out.

As it happened though as we had been invited there was the wide ranging buffet that Hard Rock Cafe put on with their brill Manchester cocktail masterclasses to have before The Divine Comedy came on stage. So chicken strips, mini burgers, stuffed potato skins and warm brownies later the team were more than stuffed! We then hit the bar with avengeance – Sorry guilty as charged but we don’t get many Monday nights out and got a smidge Giddy! J

When The Divine Comedy hit the stage Neil Hannon was on good form and played a real mixture or back catalogue classics and new music from his latest album and had the crowd of 650 competition winners and mad keen fans eating out of his hands from the stage. He played for a full hour before shooting off to another appearance that Stag and Hen Manchester believe was on the radio (not confirmed and we can’t be sure

For a taster of the man himself and the fab venue that is the Hard Rock Cafe Manchester check out our Facebook and Youtube channels for pictures and videos from the Gig.

So remember stags and hens if you are in Manchester on a Friday night head to the Hard Rock Cafe at the Printworks for live music, good food, tasty cocktails and an atmosphere for food that struggles to be beaten.

Stag, Hen and Sten/Hag Hard Rock Activities

Platinum Menu = £25 per person

Cocktail Masterclass = £20 per person

Cocktail Masterclass with buffet = £35 per person

Until the next time Stag and Hen Manchester signing out

Manchester Go Karting

2010-08-06T10:03:00.000-07:00

Long known as a nation of speed demons the United Kingdom and its stags and hens have for a long while seen a spot of Stag or Hen Karting as an ideal Stag Weekend or Hen Weekend activity. Allowing you to safely speed around a course of long straights and sharp challenging turns whilst racing your fellow stags and hens it is great fun and with the lap times the true F1 champion of the group can be crowned.

Stag and Hen Manchester caters for those wanting to a spot of Manchester Go Karting with two tracks one in East Manchester and one in Trafford Park Salford close to where Manchester United play their football. One has slightly more modern facilities but a smaller track and the other has slightly less modern facilities but a bigger track. Stag and Hen Manchester always try to send those stags and hens that fancy a spot of Manchester Karting to the longer track where possible as at the end of the day you are there for the hi-octane action and not to admire the additional facilities.

With either track please do be aware that neither are within walking distance of the town centre and therefore when you are quoted for their use on your Manchester Stag Party or Manchester Hen Party you will need to factor in getting a large amount of people from the city centre to the track into your timings and costings. Stag and Hen Manchester always will tell you this but unscrupulous others might not!

What about the format of your stag karting or hen karting in Manchester? Well put simply at both tracks your session will go as follows:-

1. Arrival and Sign in – Making sure everyone is there that needs to be and that you sign the necessary disclaimers. (both tracks have full Public Liability Insurance)

2. Safety Session – Not a long lecture but a necessity to make sure you know the rules of the track, how to safely operate the cars and the signals of the stewards

3. Practice Laps – Five or Six drivers at a time will be allowed to take the karts out to make sure they know what the accelerator and what the brake is!

4. Heats – This is where you sort the Wheat from the Chaff, The Men from the Boys, The Women from the girls. Winners go through to semi finals, losers face humiliation and sitting out to watch the finals.

5. Semi finals – Narrows the field down further to form the final line up

6. Finals – Typically there will be a B Final and then the A final

7. Presentations and Applause

As most Saturdays in Manchester will see stag groups, hen groups and Mancunians packing the track on Saturdays both the tracks run open sessions where anything up to 40 drivers take part. Don’t get too concerned with this though- Stag and Hen Manchester have found this to be enjoyed by stags and hens alike as it really adds to the competition and fun.

Should you however want a private session the track in East Manchester will allow groups of 12 drivers or more to book private sessions on Friday and Sunday which follow exactly the same format as the open sessions on Saturday but simply allow you the track to yourselves. The cost even remains the same.

If you have those that don’t fancy the drive then don’t worry as both tracks have large viewing areas to stand on and watch and with a cafe and TV at both there is enough to keep the none drivers amused whilst you pit your wits to be the next Lewis Hamilton!

Be careful not to mix partying and driving though as if you are perceived to be drunk or over the limit to operate the go karts on arrival then you will be barred from taking part and will lose not only your chance for a bit of fun but your money to. So either get it booked for early in the morning or just after breakfast so your day of drinking isn’t eaten into too much.

Stag Karting Manchester and Hen Karting Manchester at £45pp is a value for money activity that lasts three hours and will be well received by all. Check out our YouTube and Facebook channels for some images and videos to give you a flavour of Manchester Go karting.

Let us know if you have any questions or you want to book and we would be delighted to help you.

Kind Regards

The Stag and Hen Manchester team

Manchester Stag Weekend Activities - OLD v NEW? Who Wins?

2010-07-29T08:58:00.001-07:00

OLD V NEW ??? WHATS YOUR FAVOURITE?

The team at Stag and Hen Manchester has realised with shock and horror :-() that we have been focussing a little too much on the girlier side of things and need to readdress the balance with a few blogs about Manchester stags on a good ole fashioned Manchester Stag Night!

Now since January you stags that have got in touch have been bluff old traditionalists and have plumbed for enquiring about some good old fashioned activities like Manchester Paintballing, Manchester Karting, Stag Nightlife Passes and Stag Lapdancing for your last night of freedom all of which are a good shout but of those who actually went ahead and had their Manchester Stag Weekend with us went for the more unique options like Manchester Luging, Indoor Golf and a Manchester Comedy Evening for stags.

So we found ourselves asking whether the traditional era of the popular stag afternoon activities is over generally?, or whether it is just Manchester’s source of unique activity options that have you leaving your driving gloves and paintball guns at home – Why not let us know?

Our local knowledge and base allows us to continually search for those ideal activities others don’t know about and we feel its healthier to give you a mix of both the old and the new as after all its your event , your choice! With our unique and easy to use “Build Your Own” page you can even combine the old and the new on your Stag Parties in Manchester should you want.

We have made sure that from the traditional to the more modern and unique, every activity supplier is tried and tested to make sure its value for money, close to your accommodation and Damn good fun into the bargain. Lets face it better to tell stories of your activities during the day than at night!

Keep track of the blog and our website http://www.stagandhenmanchester.co.uk for more Stag focussed updates and activities that are added.

Regards

The Stag and Hen Manchester Team

Manchester Sten and Hag Weekends - Worth Thinking About.

2010-07-20T05:35:00.000-07:00

Now we at Stag and Hen Manchester have all come to love the traditional Manchester Stag Weekend and Manchester Hen Weekend but more and more recently we are being approached by couples wanting to break the normal traditions and have a Manchester Sten weekend or Hag party in Manchester.

Now for those of you asking what on earth is a Sten or a Hag do/party/weekend is – Put simply it is a stag do with hens allowed to come to “Sten” or a Hen do with lads brought along “Hag” do. For all of you non-believers yelling “There’s obviously no trust in that relationship” we say for shame it is simply all to do with getting everyone together before the wedding to make sure your special day is special for everyone and a lot of the time these joint do’s end up being more fun than single ones!!

So how does it all work? Well you all have the same sten/hag accommodation, split during the day for separate sten/hag activities or depending on your wishes have guys against the girls at one activity then meet up for a meal and night out in Manchester together afterwards. As with the normal stag and hen do what is most important to Stag and Hen Manchester is that you end up with a fantastic and memorable event that is value for money and we will help you throughout to achieve this.

As an example we have a group of 9 booked with us “6 hens and 3 stags” where they are all booked in to the same luxurious 4* hotel across a variety of different room types - doubles for couples and twins for those that are friends of the bride and groom and in this case a triple to accommodate the odd numbers.

After check in the three stags are heading down to an indoor snow centre to try their hand a spot of Manchester luging and mixed snowboarding whilst back in the city centre the remaining 6 hens are going to enjoy two hours of cheerleading with our expert, fun and friendly tutors.

Following that they all meet back up for a Manchester comedy evening which includes some food before heading out to enjoy the Printworks area of nightlife with some complimentary nightlife passes to Tiger Tiger.

So when considering your options don't let other people dictate what you should do, despite all the other things that you have to consider, its your party and you should get to have it how you want. Bride's mention all your girlfriends the best man hasn't seen before are coming and vice versa groom and bridesmaid. You watch they will come round to the idea!

A Sten/Hag party in Manchester – original, modern, sensible and still huge fun!!

Henry J Beans Manchester - Hen and Stag Dining at the Printworks

2010-07-06T07:00:00.001-07:00

Last Friday saw me head into Henry J Beans in the Printworks in the selfless gesture to make sure that the high quality of the food offered to Hens and Stags coming to Manchester was as good as ever. I can happily say that it most definitely is!!

Now I didn't push the boat out too much as the Manchester Stag and Hen packages start with sharing platters so I opted to head straight into the main course with "The Classic Burger" and go for the mark of a good restaurant in my and Stag and Hen Manchester's mind a good burger.

After ordering with the friendly bubbly staff my burger arrived in short order and looked stunning on the plate on its toasted bun with plenty of salad, chips and American coleslaw. The burger itself tasted fab and was hand made with what I can say was very good beef. I dolloped a splurge of tomato ketchup my favourite sauce and got stuck in. Now be you a stag or a hen if you can manage to eat the burger properly you can officially award yourself a prize for your big gob as I opted for a knife and fork approach but don't let that stop you trying.

Alongside my main course I opted to go for one of the three cocktails offered to Hens on arrival as part of the Manchester Henry J Beans Hen dining package a "June Bug" as I was off afterwards to drink a fairly large amount of beer (the stag option) with friends so fancied something different with lunch. I thoroughly enjoyed a couple of glasses of this as it fulfils one of my good cocktail criteria which is being ridiculously easy to drink.

Now I had serious plans after my burger to get some of Eli's vanilla cheesecake but I had been watching the Wimbledon tennis and dawdling so unfortunately i had to scarper but don't worry I got the following description from a table next door to mine which had opted for it " Heavenly - End of" so hang fire as you see me shamelessly find another excuse to head back all in the name of Stag and Hen Manchester to try it for myself.

In the meantime if you are thinking of a Manchester Stag Party or Manchester Hen Party and need some food for your night out you will find a delicious three course option with starting drinks all for the value for money price of £25. Simply head to the Stag activities page and select Henry J Beans Manchester or head to the Hen activities page and select Henry J Beans Manchester.

Henry J Beans Manchester is located in the popular Printworks area of nightlife and will fit perfectly with nightlife passes or tickets to the Birdcage, Pure or Entourage and a Manchester Stag Comedy Evening or the Manchester Hen Comedy Evening.

Mike says - Give it a try!!

Stag and Hen Manchester

Stag and Hen Manchester Guest Blogs

2010-06-22T08:46:00.001-07:00

It has been a little while since the team at Stag and Hen Manchester have written to you stags and hens out there but it is down to the fact that we were delighted to spend a little bit of time using our knowledge about all things Manchester in a guest blog on another travel blog where you can also find cheap flights.

Look out for upcoming blogs about some hen party filming due to happen soon.

All the best for now from Stag and Hen Manchester

June 17th Important Date to Consider for Stag and Hen Parties in Manchester

2010-06-17T08:00:00.000-07:00

June 17^th doesn’t seem like it is an important date in the world of stags and hens and Manchester but it actually very much is. Why you ask? Well put simply it heralds the announcement of the fixtures for the next season of the Barclays Premier League and in particular the home fixtures for Manchester United for the next season of the Barclays Premier League .

This impacts on all you stags and hens out there as due to the invasion of 75,000 mad keen Manchester United football fans the city centre hotels ideal for use during a Manchester Stag Party or Manchester Hen Weekend immediately see a large increase in demand for hotel rooms and therefore immediately increase their prices.

This means that Stag and Hen Manchester can no longer pass on the benefit of our cheaper rates at these ideal city centre hotels on these particular weekends to you and your ideal stag or hen party plan will suddenly become more expensive which nobody wants.

Well, how do you avoid such a situation?, I hear you ask. Put simply you do one of two things:-

1. Visit our stag, hen or sten and hag accommodation pages to ascertain when planning your party whether or not your preferred dates fall on any of the weekends in Manchester where city centre hotels are either unavailable or horribly expensive.

Stag Accommodation - Dates to Be Aware Of

Hen Accommodation- Dates to Be Aware Of

Sten and Hag Accommodation- Dates to Be Aware Of

If it does simply change it to a weekend that doesn’t see a Manchester United game or major event.

If you are unable to change it due to your stags or hens commitments then simply move onto our second point.

2. Don’t despair!! Allow us to source you some stag or hen friendly accommodation within the near vicinity of the city centre but not actually in it. We have scoured the nearby areas for accommodation that has rooms on for example weekends where Manchester United play at home and is within easily reach of the town centre.

What do we define as within easy reach of the town centre? - well Stag and Hen Manchester define it as within walking distance of a tram or train stop, on a bus route or within a £15 taxi ride away from the town centre. Its accommodation where you will have to get in and out of town but it is chosen because of how it lessons that irritation of doing that very thing for your group. We have also been known to provide a minibus to a group at a very reasonable cost for use during their Manchester Stag Weekend or Manchester Hen Weekend which helps get to and from activities and the hotel and then the nights out and the hotel.

What is most important to us is you end up with a fantastic and memorable event at the right price and we will work with you every step of the way to achieve that goal. If you are still not sure visit our testimonials pages written by Stags and Hens who have used our company previously as they are the best judges after all!

Stag Testimonials

Hen Testimonials

Est at Trafford Centre - An Italian Delight at the Trafford Centre

2010-06-11T03:53:00.000-07:00

Stag and Hen Manchester has spent a lot of time on the delights of the city centre of Manchester has to offer but has now decided to let all you prospective stags and hens know about the delights that are within approximately fifteen minutes drive/minibus ride away. A lot of people in this regard get put off by activities that are this far out as they feel it is too much effort and money to get there but with our local transport firm Swinton Travel we keep those transport costs low leaving you money to enjoy at your activity or on the following night out.

Starting this series we are going to look at a hidden gem situated within the Trafford Centre located within the Orient in the food hall – “Est”. Perfect for lunch or dinner during or after a day of Manchester hen party shopping providing authentic Italian food and drinks Stag and Hen Manchester found it to be a little oasis of heaven amongst 60 other dining options . Marie the manager and her team stopped at nothing despite a full and heaving restaurant to make us feel really looked after which fits in with our customer service ethos at Stag and Hen Manchester.

We decided to go with a couple of options from the Focaccia Rosmarino as we weren’t in the mood for pizzas but looking around there were plenty of healthy pizzas being devoured and enjoyed. We opted for a Ciabatta Con Bistecca or in English toasted ciabatta bread topped with minute steak and roasted onions and served with fries and mustard in a pot and the classic Mozzarella E Prosciutto or in English mozzarella and prosciutto ham. At £8.75 and £6.75 respectively we certainly felt it was more than value for money and utterly delicious.

Following that we opted for the Torta Vaniglia or in English Baked Vanilla Cheesecake with strawberries and Cialda E Gelato or in English warm Belgian waffle topped with vanilla ice cream, toffee crunch and caramel. Again at £4.50 and £4.95 there were no complaints from us and as we sat back in the pleasant surroundings digesting a fab lunch not wanting to move we were struck with how we had to let you stags and hens know.

So be it a Hen Party in Manchester or Manchester Hen Weekend get down to the Trafford Centre for spot of shopping and Italian excellence at Est! We are glad we went!!

Stag and Hen Manchester at Worcester Racecourse Wedding Fayre

2010-05-21T04:16:00.000-07:00

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On the 23^rd May 2010 Stag and Hen Manchester will be exhibiting at our final wedding fayre of this particular season at Worcester Racecourse Wedding Fayre. We will be spending the day between 11 and 3pm answering any and all queries from Worcester based stags and hens. Remember as well that even if your wedding isn’t for a while it is never to early to get that Stag and Hen info in your wedding planner or box!!

It is always fun for Stag and Hen Manchester to meet Stags in person and discuss your plans for that all important Manchester Stag Weekend. And hey the good news is that if you get bored looking at dresses or flowers you can sneak across to us and discuss ideas. We have even brand new activities to talk about with a range of watersports like Manchester Kayaking and the prospect of Wowballs and the normal popular activities like Belle Vue Dogs, Stag Lap dancing and stag nightlife passes.

Then of course there are all you lovely hens to talk to at the Worcester Racecourse Wedding Fayre and we can talk through everything from the more relaxed family hen parties with champagne afternoon tea in a hotel overlooking Manchester’s skyline and make your own perfume sessions to the more raucous strippers, Manchester Butlers in the Buff and hen nightlife passes. You will end up with the perfect Manchester Hen Weekend

We have a wide range of city centre Stag and Hen friendly accommodation across all star ratings at 3,4 and 5* and all within walking distance of both popular stag and hen nightspots at Deansgate Locks and the Printworks where we will get your group a number of complimentary Q Jump access passes for your group.

Check out our Twitter and Facebook special offers at Worcester Racecourse Wedding Fayre as well where you can get updates from all things Stag and Hen in Manchester right up until you book at which point you can get a free twin hotel room per group booked. We will also be running a competition where you can win a bottle of bubbly every hour to help you with further wedding planning after you get home.

So come on stags and hens come and see us at our last wedding fayre – we will answer every and all query you have for us.

Regards Stag and Hen Manchester Team

Watersports for Stags and Hens in Manchester

2010-05-20T07:47:00.000-07:00

It has been a while since the Stag and Hen Manchester team have hit the blogosphere but we are happy to be back with plenty of news for Stags and Hens coming to Manchester. First and foremost the introduction of some watersports activities to the list of available Stag and Hen activities we offer here in Manchester.

Long gone are the days where you all have to sit on a coach and travel for hours out of the centre of Manchester where the action is at as the waters of Salford Quays and its watersports centre are only a short tram ride and walk away. Close to the location of the famous Manchester landmarks of the Lowry centre and Old Trafford are a series of quays which are a perfect environment for the beginners or pros amongst you. With that in mind we looked at what we could offer and have started with four activities with the possibility of two more exciting and fun options to follow.

Stag Sailing or Hen Sailing in Manchester

The first activity we are offering is Sailing. The small Dinghy boats as used by Olympic sailing stars like Ben Ainslie will provide you with something completely different to offer your stags and hens when you sit down to discuss that Manchester Stag Party or Manchester Hen Party activity. The Laser Pico boats can provide a beginner with a fun start to sailing or an expert the opportunity to tweak some existing skills. Hens or Stags you could continue the theme onto your night out and dress up as sailors or admirals.

Stag Kayaking or Hen Kayaking in Manchester

The second activity is Manchester kayaking. Whether it be a kayak expedition to see the sights and sounds of the urban landscape of Salford Quays like the final stages of construction of BBC’s Media City or a game of kayak Polo this fun and easy to do activity is again something very different and fun to offer your prospective stags and hens on a Manchester stag weekend or Manchester hen weekend.

Stag Canoeing or Hen Canoeing in Manchester

The third activity is Manchester Canoeing. Canoes are open topped kayaks essentially and you can learn the basics and be paddling like an explorer in no time or again head out with your instructor to head around the quays on a canoe expedition. Why not get dressed up as explorers before you arrive? Stick the stag in a Ray Mears outfit perhaps?

Stag Windsurfing and Hen Windsurfing in Manchester

The fourth activity is Manchester Windsurfing. Just because you aren’t at the beach with sets of waves heading towards you doesn’t mean you can’t windsurf and the breezy nature of Salford Quays mean you can be up and running in no time at all. This one isn’t for the weaker ones amongst you as getting up on your board takes some strength and persistence!!!

All activities are a set price for a group of a maximum of 8 people and last for 90 minutes to include 15 minutes safety and introduction briefing and 15 minutes to pack the gear away which leaves a solid hour on the water. All instructors are fully trained and the centre we used is also fully insured meaning a happy and wet day for all at the Watersports Centre.

Keep your eyes peeled for the arrival of Raft building and WOWBalls that are to come shortly. Check out the sneak pictures below.

Keep in touch as we will answer any and all queries

The Stag and Hen Manchester Team

Customer Reviews of Stag and Hen Manchester

2010-05-10T06:05:00.001-07:00

We can imagine what a hard process it must be to put your faith either as best man or chief bridesmaid or even as bride or groom in a company to organise your stag or hen party! So what we are doing in our blog entry today is showing you customer reviews of Stag and Hen Manchester. These will hopefully set those minds at rest that we know what we are doing and will move heaven and earth to get you that perfect party to go with that perfect wedding.

David Martinez Ortin - Spain

Yes, we had a great time at Belle Vue. Everything was ok, and no problems arised. Some of my friends won some money also, and the stag was really excited with the evening there.Thank you for the experience. Really funny.

Daniel Streete - UK

Thanks for all your help Mike. I'll keep you in mind for future events!

James Ryan - Ireland

“ What to say about Stag and Hen Manchester! As a stressed best man charged with organising the enjoyment of a group of around 10 demanding blokes lads for a weekend, the prospect of booking events and venues at short notice in Manchester on a United weekend was daunting to say the least. As I was browsing around accommodation options I stumbled upon the Stag and Hen Manchester website which seemed to offer exactly what I was looking for: a one stop shop for the whole event. I called the team at SAHM and spoke to Mike Ferguson who is friendly and knowledgeable- Manchester is his home town and was able to reel of literally dozens of possibilities for a fun packed weekend. I knew immediately I was in safe hands. I had fairly exacting needs and wanted to tailor the package rather than following a set agenda. Within hours Mike had come back with a set of options for me which I was able to present to the guys.

I signed up for the deal and the whole booking process was straightforward and costs for the weekend were good value compared to what I could have done myself including the time taken. The accounting team are also very pleasant and easy to deal with and the whole transaction was completed very quickly.

For the stag weekend itself, Mike prepared a detailed itinerary for the weekend. Everything was arranged, taxis, hotels, events guest passes. It all went like clockwork. As the ultimate in customer service, Mike even turned up briefly at the main event (ice Luging) to make sure we were doing okay! The good news was despite two mad days and nights in one of the most exciting cities in England the stag ( survived) and enjoyed himself as did the rest of the guys.

I would confidently recommend SAHM for professionalism, cost and customer service for any stag do. As a relieved best man having delivered on the stag do, I only have my speech to worry about now J”
Lucy Perry - Altrincham
I’m still smiling now at how well it went and the fun that we had....and will be for a long time. We had comfort knowing that we could phone any of you to help solve a problem...even better that we didn’t need to. It will be a weekend to remember for all of us for the rest of our lives.

If we get some good photos, Katie & I will pass them on to you......there are some very funny ones!

THANK YOU SO MUCH!
So if you are searching for customer reviews of Stag and Hen Manchester look no further and remember we are here to help you and give you that party in Manchester to remember!!

2010-05-10T04:53:00.000-07:00

Sunday 8^th May 2010 saw Stag and Hen Manchester exhibiting at the Cresta Court Hotel Altrincham Wedding Fayre. We made the decision to come down after a ringing endorsement from a group of Altrincham ladies who came on a hen weekend the weekend before.

“I’m still smiling now at how well it went and the fun that we had....and will be for a long time. We had comfort knowing that we could phone any of you to help solve a problem...even better that we didn’t need to. It will be a weekend to remember for all of us for the rest of our lives.”

We arrived early to discover we were in pride of place in one of three suites full of wedding suppliers and set up our stand as normal. The doors opened at 11am and the brides flooded in. The majority of them bringing their bridesmaids along with them and immediately deputised them to come talk to us about that perfect weekend in Manchester 30 minutes drive north.

The usual suspects kept cropping up. Firstly and foremostly that hen favourite the Manchester Spa Day or day in a health club and spa in Manchester and that hen party mecca the Manchester Birdcage. Some family hen parties were discussed as well with the idea of a champagne afternoon tea in Cloud 23 coming quite high up on the list of mothers of the bride and bridesmaids when they were involved.

Now the end of the Premier League Season happened to fall on this particular wedding fayre day so the stags that had come/been dragged out to the Altrincham Wedding Fayre needed cheering up and we did that with offers of complimentary limo ride to Manchester’s finest gentlemens club with free entry inside for any party they booked with us – out of earshot of the bride though!! That seemed to do the trick. Twin that with an array of adrenalin hunter activities like indoor skydiving, Manchester paintball and Manchester luging and Manchester tubing and they went home happier!

The bridal show at 1pm went off without a hitch and numerous stunning brides showed off the latest fashions and jewellery- (pictures) and we were proud to be part of the event that included wedding planners, florists, make up, jewellers, photographers, table linen providers and obligatory chocolate fountain provider.

We were disappointed to leave at 3pm but had to and went off home to start preparing proposals for those that wanted them from the fayre. Bring on Worcester Wedding Fayre later in the month as we thoroughly enjoy meeting all you stags and hens face to face.

Check out Twitter and Facebook and Youtube for special offers and videos and pictures from our day at Altrincham Wedding Fayre

Wolverhampton Racecourse Wedding Fayre

2010-04-26T03:05:00.000-07:00

Sunday April 25^th 2010 saw Stag and Hen Manchester At the Races and specifically Wolverhampton Racecourse Wedding Fayre. We set off early from Manchester and were set up and in place in plenty of time and were pleased to see queues to get in at 11am.

We were next to BHS and a bridal fayre and opposite a honeymoon organiser. Other stands included balloons, flowers and favours, a toastmaster, a videographer, catering, a yummy chocolate fountain and a stand selling gold flake infused sparkling white wine.

It was a day where it was mainly all hens with the odd couple of stags thrown in for good measure. Popular requests centred around private Manchester karaoke pods in Tiger Tiger and funnily enough the Manchester hen party mecca across the road at the Birdcage Manchester. There was also a smattering of requests centred around the more relaxed and sophisticated Manchester spa days, champagne afternoon tea in Manchester and Manchester cocktail masterclasses.

A couple of stags who came to see us for ideas for their Manchester Stag Weekends were also after the ever popular Manchester lap dancing and Belle Vue Dogs and we were quite happy to oblige them with all the information they needed to organise their last night of singledom.

The Wolverhampton Racecourse wedding fayre did prove that you wolverhampton brides to be are supremely organised though as all of you were for weddings in 2011,2012 or 2013!! But hey lets face it, it is never too early to start thinking hen and stag party. We certainly made it into some wedding folders and wedding books with our leaflets.

We ran our usual competition for our bottle of pink bubbly and congratulations to the stunning Lizzie and Sinead who became winners and were presented the bottle by our hen expert Sharon. Lizzie was especially thrilled and was planning to go home and have further wedding planning session with a little liquid refreshment. She had also bought a small bottle of 23 carat gold flake infused champagne to go with our pink bubbly she had won.

Pictures from the day are on our Facebook and Twitter sites and don’t forget that if you become a fan of Stag and Hen Manchester on Facebook or twitter and then book your party with us we give you a twin room for your stay absolutely free!! It is a fantastic way of keeping in touch with all the new activities and from the stag and hen side of Manchester.

Our next wedding fayre is on May 8th in Altrincham so why not come down and have a word with us.

Regards the Stag and Hen Manchester Team

http://www.stagandhenmanchester.co.uk

Frog and Bucket Manchester Comedy Club

2010-04-17T10:28:00.001-07:00

On Thursday evening this week Stag and Hen Manchester were invited down to what we believe to be the best Manchester comedy club the Frog and Bucket to experience a comedy evening in the Northern Quarter just a few minutes walk from the Printworks. We were thrilled and gratefully accepted the invite as we tend to use this venue wherever possible for a Stag Comedy Evening or Hen Comedy Evening.

The doors to the Frog and Bucket will open at 7pm and the shows at the weekends will tend to start at 8.15pm. We decided we would get there quite promptly and arrived at the main entrance and gave our lead name, (no actual tickets are exchanged), and the bouncer let us through. (stags it is at this point you will be asked for a crisp ten pound note per stag as a good behaviour bond if you wish to enter – It is not intended to put you off it only acts as a safeguard to ensure you all enjoy the entire night as if one of your group is ejected you will lose the whole lot)

A member of the Frog and Bucket team will then lead you through into the venue itself. The Frog and Bucket is a small venue split between the ground floor and balcony. Everyone regardless of whether you are eating with your tickets or not gets a seat around a variety of tables. It ranges from a bar stool and table for those smaller groups not eating to long thin tables or 6ft rounds for those that are. There are also some smaller booths upstairs on the balcony. For your Manchester Hen or Stag Comedy evening don’t worry as you will all either be on the one large table or you will be split across two tables right next door to one another. Our table was smack bang in front of the stage which for a ginger haired lad meant Mike was in for some good natured ribbing!!

The other essential for a Manchester Comedy Club is a good bar and the Frog and Bucket doesn’t disappoint with a large ground floor bar and smaller balcony bar upstairs so you are never more than feet away from liquid refreshment. The only decision you need to make is are you prepared to get up in the middle of the show and risk being seen by the comedian to go and get the next round in!

So we had arrived and sat down and decided to have some of the food that is on offer as all our Manchester Stag comedy evening and Hen comedy evening tickets include two courses. We went for a pizza and curry to start with and both were good for what they were and followed it up with some chocolate cookie and cheesecake. Now Stags and Hens the food does a job and is very nice for what it is but just don’t be expecting restaurant standard from a smaller comedy club as your expectations probably won’t be met. In our opinion other Manchester comedy clubs offer the same standard as it is an additional thought and not what the clubs are set up to do. There isn’t a set time for having your food and plenty of people decided to eat during the comedy itself when it started but with a large group I would suggest using that first hour or so to get it out of the way so you can fully concentrate on the hilarious comedians.

The comedy itself generally lasts until about 11pm and is split into manageable segments so that there are breaks in between and the show is kept together by a hired in MC who is also a comedian to get a bit of banta with the audience. One of our favourite comedians from the night was Paul Tonkinson a previous winner of Best Comedy Performer at Jongleurs amongst other things but you never know who might be on or popping in as the Frog and Bucket spawned the famous like Johnny Vegas for example and he has been known to pop back unannounced every now and then to. One piece of advice though it is adult humour so those with delicate sensitivities this probably isn’t the best Manchester Stag or Hen activity for you.

Come close of the comedy show the chairs and tables are removed downstairs and very quickly the Frog and Bucket reverts from Comedy Club into small exclusive disco with hits from the 70’s, 80’s and 90’s until 2am for those that don’t wish to make the short walk to the Printworks and worry about getting in elsewhere. This time though we didn’t hang around for it but it’s great fun for those that like a bit of retro cheese.

Stags remember to get your behaviour bond money back at the end of the evening as stags very rarely get thrown out and lose it that way but have been known to forget to collect it on the way out at the end of the night!!

All in all a fabulous night and our thanks go to the Frog and Bucket Comedy Club in Manchester for the invitation.

So why do we recommend the Frog and Bucket over other Comedy Club options. It is because with a smaller capacity of 200 sat on tables in groups rather than theatre style, additional food and drink to have during the show, a comedy pedigree and a position close to the ever popular bars of the Northern Quarter and the Printworks bar and club complex at Shudehill it has the full package.

For additional pictures and videos check out our youtube channel, facebook site and twitter pages as the pictures will give you more of a feel for the venue aswell. Then for any queries or if you wish to book regardless if you are stag or hen, private individual or group feel free to get in touch on info@stagandhenmanchester.co.uk or by telephone on 0161 223 0417.

Stag and Hen Manchester at Wolverhampton Races Dunstall Park Wedding Fayre

2010-04-14T10:33:00.000-07:00

Yes you have read that correctly a week on Saturday on the 25^th April 2010 Stag and Hen Manchester will be at the Wolverhampton Racecourse in Dunstall Park. Now just as we won’t be gambling but exhibiting at the wedding fayre you Wolverhampton prospective bride and grooms shouldn’t gamble on the quality of your Stag or Hen parties. They are after all as important as the big day itself so let us at Stag and Hen Manchester organise that unique party to remember.

The Wolverhampton Racecourse wedding fayre on April 25^th 2010 is an ideal chance for you to start thinking stag and hen parties. We focus on solely Manchester as we are based here and passionate Mancunians and can provide you with invaluable local knowledge to give you only the most friendly stag and hen friendly accommodation, best and in certain cases unique activities and activity venues and best places to experience Manchester’s cosmopolitan nightlife.

Now we know it is highly unlikely that you aren’t going to be booking your stag and hen parties at a wedding fayre so we offer an easy way to keep in touch with our Facebook, Twitter and normal website pages and run a permanent offer whereby if you join as a fan and then book your party with us we will give you one twin room completely and utterly free (t&c’s apply). We will also be running an hourly competition for a bottle of sparkling wine which lets face it could help you mull over your wedding plans after the fayre J All you need do is fill in some details about you and your special day ahead to be entered into the prize draw.

So what’s on offer in Manchester you ask? How about an enviable and large selection of hotels in a city centre where you can walk to almost everything. Manchester Stag Accommodation and Manchester Hen Accommodation are covered with options from 3* independents, to 4* apartment hotels to 5* chains. Prices range from as low as £40BB upwards so every budget is catered for.

Our enviable range of stag and hen activities stretch from the adrenalin end of things with indoor skydiving, snowboarding, indoor assault course and Manchester paintballing down to the popular relaxed activities like cocktail masterclasses, mini spa days and even a champagne afternoon tea in Manchester. All designed to make those Manchester stag nights or Manchester hen weekends extra special.

Then we can advise and organise passes to a wide range of Manchester’s nightlife with highlights including the only city centre super club Pure, the hen mecca that is the Manchester Birdcage and a large number of bars in the popular Printworks and Deansgate Locks complexes.

So head down to the Wolverhampton racecourse wedding fayre on the 25^th April 2010 and come and see the Stag and Hen Manchester team. We'll be looking out for you to see what you've got in mind. If you're not heading off abroad then Manchester is the place to be.

See you there!!

Regards the Stag and Hen Manchester team

Espionage, Entourage and American Foodage

2010-04-14T09:13:00.000-07:00

Stag and Hen Manchester’s blog has unfortunately lain dormant over the last two weeks due to a large amount of work being done to expand our list of both stag and hen activities in Manchester and due to a large amount of bookings very quickly approaching in by far the most popular month of the year so far May. We were tempted to try and fool you with something obsurd on April 1^st but decided you would see through it.

So on we go to additions to the activity listings. Firstly came a dip into the deep and murky world of Espionage Manchester as we donned our finest spy gear and met up at an undisclosed city centre location to discuss how best to get a unique spy experience for you stags and hens visiting Manchester.

So the question is what is Espionage Manchester? Espionage Manchester is a fast paced hi tech treasure hunt around Manchester involving various gadgets, tasks and challenges. The city is divided into twelve different sectors where if you solve the challenges and are first to report back to mission control you win each particular city sector. The action is tracked and scoreboard updated real time and sent out to the teams so you can see at any one time what state the game is at. The winning team is the team to win the most city sectors in the time frame allowed.

Espionage Manchester will start off at HQ with a 30 minute team briefing before you are divided into teams and let loose on the streets of Manchester. From trying to find a barcode to scan on a lamppost in the Northern Quarter to getting Chinese translated in Chinatown you could end up doing anything. Half way through the morning of afternoon you meet up again at a designated rendezvous point at which the remaining challenge information will be released and then once time is up you will meet back at HQ to discover who has won and divvy up the prizes.

Half day packages are available in the morning or afternoon and it is an ideal stag, hen or even mixed group activity for those looking to explore Manchester during the day and who are a little competitive. Our advice the larger the group the better but games have been set up with as low as 10 people before.

Next to be added to our activity list came the impressive and stylish Entourage Manchester nightclub inside the Printworks. Reincarnated from its previous existence as Paparazzi this nightclub is ideal for those stags and hens who want to really dress up in their finest gear and be part of clubbing glitterati at the Printworks as you throw some moves on its sizeable dance floor to tunes from crowd pulling DJ’s. If you want to get some stag or hen props or fancy dress going on Entourage Manchester is one to avoid however. Up against the more mainstream and bigger superclub Pure it tries to differentiate itself by its glitz and glamour so girls get your gland rags on and head on down. Stags max group of 12 allowed so if you are above that not one for you.

Last but by no means least Stag and Hen Manchester were contacted about linking up with our favourite American Bar and Grill Henry J Beans Manchester and needless to say we jumped at the chance. We have been given a stag and hen package which includes either pitchersof beer or cocktails on arrival a fab three course meal and then a shot to send you off on your way and all for just £25 per stag or hen. That is if you want to go as with its sizeable bar and enviable collection of spirits and cocktails its hard to drag yourselves away a lot of the time.

Then not content with being a restaurant during the day Henry J Beans Manchester transforms into a venue to rival any bar in the Printworks as a dance floor appears as if from nowhere and a house DJ starts playing plenty of music to enjoy your night to. So even if you don’t want food and just a good night you can get entry for the special price of £2 per hen or stag if pre booked with us.

We are currently working on sailing, kayaking, canoeing, climbing, windsurfing and powerboating all at a venue only a tram ride away from the city centre so keep an eye out for further activity additions.

Football, Groovy Wonderland, Pure Comedy and A Busy May

2010-03-31T03:48:00.000-07:00

It has been a busy old week in the life of Stag and Hen Manchester since we last updated our blog. Highlights included a invite to see how the other half live in a corporate box at Manchester City V Everton, attended the launch of Groovy Wonderland Tiger Tiger's new Friday night party for stags and hens and finally headed to the launch of Pure nightclubs comedy club. Throw into the mix a numbers of confirmed stag and hen parties booked for May and you easily lose a week like that.

So the football well put simply the city is split into two separate halves Blue (Manchester City) and Red (Manchester United) and so I donned a light blue scarf and posh shoes and headed to East Stand Corporate Box 19 for an evening as a guest of Draf Engineering a local firm. The food and drink were fabulous the result was not. Still it gave weight to our plan to introduce football tickets both normal and corporate to both Manchester City and Manchester united from next season. Keep your eyes peeled on our website, twitter and facebook feeds for more information when we release it.

For Manchester Hen Weekends normally we would always suggest a night at the Manchester Birdcage that mecca for visiting hen parties but now Tiger Tiger in the Printworks have come up with a more than equal alternative for a bit of retro fun on a Friday night. Groovy Wonderland in a private room with glitterball, multicoloured flashing dance floor, groovy chicks roller skating around, stilt walkers and cocktails galore served in hollowed out fruit. My favourite being a hollowed out watermelon!! We posted some pictures and a small video on Facebook but they didn't even do it justice it is great fun. Again I am awaiting final details to release to the website and hope they will come soon.

Then after a bit of Groovy Wonderland it was off to Pure Comedy Club for a spot of giggles followed by late night clubbing. Pure Manchester's only city centre superclub with over 2000 people hitting the club on a Saturday night out are now doubling the value for money by offering a comedy show with club entrance from only £10 per person and with the quality of local comedians I experienced on opening night and buckets of 5 beers at only £12 I can safely tell you that if you eat early and fancy something different it is definitely the way to do comedy and Pure whilst on your Manchester Stag Party or Manchester hen night.

Then suddenly this week we have had bookings galore for May and am thrilled to have sorted out two stag parties and one hen party since the weekend! So if you were planning a Manchester stag night or Manchester hen party in May get a move on accommodation is getting harder to find!

Signing off for Now Mike at Stag and Hen Manchester

Stag and Hen Manchester Illusions Magic Bar VIP Opening

2010-03-24T06:50:00.000-07:00

The Stag and Hen Manchester team accepted an invite to go to the grand VIP opening of Illusions Magic Bar last night and thought that we would twin it with a meal at the Hard Rock Cafe to celebrate Sharon our hen expert’s birthday.

We booked a table at 7.15pm at the Hard Rock Cafe Manchester and when we arrived were greeted by the friendly staff and immediately taken to our own booth and given menus to choose what we having. We opted to wait until after the meal to have some of their legendary cocktails and instead opted for a cheeky pink number from their wine list to go with our food. To start with we shared some Tupelo Chicken Tenders for mains Sharon went for Caesar Salad and Grilled Shrimp and I went for the Hickory Smoked Pulled Pork sandwich and then we evened squeezed in a desert Creme Brulee for Sharon and I opted for the strawberry cheesecake. Everything was top notch and we stuffed ourselves!

The restaurant’s popularity shone through as even on a Tuesday night it was bustling with people throughout the course of our meal and the friendly team were very attentive to sort out everyone’s need no matter how big or small the group. There was an atmosphere with rock music on in the background but the important thing is that you can still hear each other talk. They have the mix just right at the Manchester Hard Rock Cafe.

We finished up our meal and then headed down to the legendary Hard Rock Cafe Manchester cocktail bar where Luke whipped us up an Electric Long Island Iced Tea (one for the stags) and a Raspberry Prosecco (one for the hens). Luke is one of the bar tenders that will be doing some of our cocktail masterclasses and that is because he knows his stuff and hens he isn’t bad to look at!! Both stag cocktail masterclasses and hen cocktail masterclasses are available at the Hard Rock Cafe right through from midday to midnight if needs be and prices start from just £35 per person for 2 hours of mixing fun!

Following our meal we headed around the corner in the Printworks to Illusions Magic bar where after a few weeks of soft opening they had rolled out the red carpet and were having a grand opening. Stag and Hen Manchester always enjoy a trip into Illusions Magic Bar as the cocktails are superb and thanks to our special exclusive deal are 2-4-1 with wristbands we will organise and the magic always leaves us open mouthed. Misdirection is the name of the game and no matter how hard we try we never see the slight of hand it is truly amazing.

It is a brilliant and ultimately different venue as it is one of only two branded magic bars in the entirety of the United Kingdom and on a Manchester Stag Weekend or Manchester Hen Weekend you can experience it for hardly any money at all. Entrance is free and we will give your discount drink wristbands for free aswell all you need do is tag it onto your enquiry that you send us , it is that simple.

Once you have a drink you can sit at the “Magic Bar” where magicians will do shows from 7pm onwards throughout the night and once you have finished with the magic why not try the acoustic guitar or piano live music that is played on a Friday and Saturday night and all before you pop next door for the Manchester clubbing experience at Pure or across the road to the Birdcage. In Manchester stag nights and hen nights out are that easy!!

Check out our website for Illusions Magic Bar for hens and Illusions Magic Bar for stags and then check out our Youtube, Facebook and Twitter pages for photos , videos and updates from last night. Why not follow us or become a fan!

Watch out for our next blog following a visit to the Blue footballing half of the city as Stag and Hen Manchester head to a corporate box for tonight’s big game Manchester City against Everton.

Regards the Stag and Hen Manchester Team

Our Day at the Vincent Hotel Wedding Fayre March 21st 2010

2010-03-22T05:29:00.001-07:00

Sunday March 21^st March brought Stag and Hen Manchester’s 4^th wedding fayre of the season at the Vincent Hotel Wedding Fayre in Southport. From 12 midday to 4pm we spent the afternoon helping all your stags and hens and encountered everything from a groom who was passing our details on to his best man in Australia who was struggling to get something organised to a lovely group of bridesmaids who were at pains to shoo the bride away when talking to Mike about plans for the Hen Do.

The day started brightly and we enjoyed meeting friendly faces from the Crosby Cake Company where Sharon snaffled a rather delicious bit of white Belgian chocolate cake. The view directly across to the 15 wedding cakes all afternoon was a killer though and had us both salivating!! We also had the pleasure of flawless hair and bridal make up and linzi next to us on the stand who also did the make up and hair for the two bridal catwalks. Then on the other side of us were the hosts The Vincent Hotel themselves and the lovely team there.

Straight from opening time at midday we were delighted to see a steady stream of brides and grooms mainly with some bridesmaids and best men coming to see us with some queries. A lot of those with weddings this year were asking specific questions particularly hens about the mecca that is the Manchester Birdcage for that Manchester Hen night out and stags this time it was a lot of questions about Manchester Karting which we were happy to help with.

Those with weddings a few years off were eager to start their stag and hen planning early and were over the moon to hear about our Facebook and Twitter special offer available at http://www.stagandhenmanchester.co.uk/special-offers.html . They really felt like they could keep in touch with all things Stags and Hens in Manchester without feeling pushed into booking.

We ran our usual competition for our bottle of pink bubbly and congratulations to the stunning Jennifer Edwards who became our winner and was presented the bottle by Mike. She said she was thrilled and planning to go home and have further wedding planning session with a little liquid refreshment.

Check out all our photos and videos from the day at our Facebook site and brand new YouTube channel – why not subscribe for regular updates and all things Stag and Hen in Manchester.

Next up for Stag and Hen Manchester is a trip to the races in Wolverhampton for our penultimate wedding fayre of the season on the 25^th April so if you are in the area we look forward to seeing you there!!

Regards the Stag and Hen Manchester team

Wedding Fayre The Vincent Hotel Southport

2010-03-20T13:54:00.000-07:00

Wedding Fayre The Vincent Hotel Southport - Sunday 21st March 2010

It’s another wedding fayre this Sunday for Stag and Hen Manchester – this time at The Vincent Hotel wedding fayreon the iconic Lord Street in Southport. This is another opportunity for you brides and grooms to come and talk to us about your stag party Manchester and hen party Manchester. We know your thoughts are focused primarily on your big day but don’t forget your stag and hen parties – they deserve some thought too!

Manchester is far enough away from Southport to make it an easy journey to get to but also somewhere different for a very special Manchester stag weekend and Manchester hen party. There is plenty of stag and hen accommodation in Manchester to choose from to suit all budgets from 3* through to 4* apartment hotels to 5* luxury.

At Stag and Hen Manchester we are constantly on the lookout for new and exciting things for you party loving stags and hens. This season the most popular activity for your hen party in Manchester is definitely the cocktail masterclass Manchester. Each hen gets a chance to go behind the bar and have a go at mixing a cocktail for the other hens to try and don’t be afraid to try the fancy moves with the mixer that the experts make look so easy – trust me we’ve all discovered it’s not that easy! And then you finish your 2 hour cocktail making session with a delicious light buffet.

Now judging by your bookings it seems that you stags are definitely up for an evening at a lapdancing club on your stag party Manchester and we have just the one for you – Silks Gentleman’s Club Manchester with its sumptuous surroundings and its delectable ladies all ready to perform exciting dances just for you stags! With floor to ceiling mirrors behind the stage you won’t know where to look guys and the extensive drinks menu is second to none at prices that won’t hurt your wallets.

With a whole load of other activities to fill your weekend from a Manchester tubing party on the real snow slopes at Chill Factor to an afternoon racing at Manchester karting, from an afternoon trying your luck out at our Manchester casino to a Manchester spa day the choice is yours for a perfect Stag party Manchester and hen party Manchester.

So don’t forget to look out for us at the wedding fayre at The Vincent Hotel Southport – it starts at 12 noon with fabulous cat walk shows at 1pm and 3pm – don’t miss it! We’ll be waiting to talk to you and share the secrets of Manchester!

Live Music at the Hard Rock Cafe Manchester

2010-03-20T13:13:00.000-07:00

Stag and Hen Manchester were thrilled to have a VIP invite to a charity live music gig at the Hard Rock Cafe Manchester for the evening of the 18^th March 2010. On the set list were the South African superstar Arno Carstens who flew off after finishing back to South Africa to prepare for the performances he has scheduled for the 2010 World Cup and James Walsh of Star Sailor fame who had once famously clashed with those legendary Manchester Rockers Oasis.

I was the only member of the Stag and Hen Manchester Team who was available to head to the gig but he was more than delighted to go and represent the team. The charity that money was being raised for was Bombay Teen Challenge which brings light and new life to women used in prostitution and their children in Mumbai, India. On top of a new wristband purchased on behalf of the charity I also put a bid in for a draw for a guitar signed by the whole of the Stereophonics which I unfortunately didn’t win but there is always next time. Manchester Radio station XFM also provided some music in between sets and recorded the gig for playing out at a later date.

The Hard Rock is well used to live music events as every Friday is Live Music night and this evening was no exception. With the now normal exceptional buffet of tortilla, salsa, mini burgers, mini cheeseburgers and expertly well cooked Southern Fried Chicken came the normal brilliant cocktails and friendly helpful service from the entire team at the venue. Special thanks to David and Luke! The view from the VIP balcony added to the evening and all the photos and videos are now added to our Facebook page with one added below to give you a sneaky peak!

Remember the Hard Rock Cafe Manchester is available for cocktail masterclasses in Manchester and special stag and hen food packages to make catering on your Manchester Stag night or Manchester Hen night stress free and delicious.

Mike at Stag and Hen Manchester

2010-03-12T11:32:00.000-08:00

Dont Miss the Boat for Your Stag and Hen Weekends in Manchester

You've been asked by the bride or groom to organise the hen party or the stag night but the wedding is months ahead yet so you imagine there's plenty of time. Well with Manchester becoming an ever more popular destination for stags and hens you need to get organised now to make the most of that all important stag weekend Manchester or a Hen party Manchester.

Everyone has different ideas about the best way to celebrate the bride and groom's last night of freedom so girls you need to get together with a few bottles of wine and stags you need to start the discussion off the next time you're all in the pub to sound out everyone about what they want to do. One thing you can be sure about there won't be a shortage of suggestions! And you have to decide on a date that'll suit everyone- perhaps not as easy as it sounds....

Well let me share some hints with you about how to get the best out of a Manchester stag weekend and Hen weekend Manchester.

First of all try to avoid weekends when Manchester United are playing at home because you can guarantee that you'll pay more for any hotel rooms you can get your hands on and they almost certainly won't be city centre rooms.

It might also be worth while looking at which bands are playing at the MEN because there is also high demand for rooms those nights too. And definitely avoid the week in September of the Labour Party conference!

All of our stag accommodation Manchester and hen accommodation Manchester is city centre based so that you can walk to all the great nightlife venues on offer.
With accommodation from 3* hotels to 4* apartment hotels and 5* hotels we have something to suit all budgets.

Now if you fancy a cheesy Saturday night at the hen party mecca of The Birdcage Manchester then we recommend you book up to 3 months in advance of your hen party Manchester to guarantee a table near the stage so you can get a good view of the Las Vegas style stage shows.

And if you're after a Karting Manchester session then the best one to opt for is the one that starts at 1 o clock- that means you don't have to get up early and you're free from 4 o clock to make the most of your night on the town acquainting yourselves with all the bars and clubs in Manchester. But don't wait too long to make your booking as this session is by far the most popular and gets taken early on.

So the message to all you stags and hens is don't put off too long to get your fellow party goers committed to your plans or you may find that you can't book exactly what you want when you want to do it and you may have to pay over the odds for hotel accommodation.

So if you need any advice about what to do on your stag weekends Manchester and hen weekends in Manchester or help with bookings then get in touch with us either by completing the contact us page or the Build Your Own Form on the website or by giving us a call - we're here in Manchester to help with our detailed on the spot knowledge.

Manchester - A safe place for stags and hens

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Awarded by the Association of Town Centre Management, Manchester has become one of only 6 cities in the UK and the only one in the north to be presented with a safe nightlife award "The Purple Flag" accreditation for a better night out. Judges visited the city in December and were impressed with how well managed and clean the concentrated and well known areas of nightlife were at The Printworks, Peter Street, The Gay Village and Deansgate Locks were. They also commented on their cosmopolitan and safe feel. Another plus mentionned being the Taxi Marshall scheme employed at six ranks in the town centre to help all you stags and hens get home from the big night of your Manchester Stag Weekend or Manchester Hen Weekend.

Councillor Pat Karney, city centre spokesperson for Manchester city Council said: "Manchester is widely regarded both nationally and internationally as a fantastic city for nightlife. This accolade is further welcome acknowledgement that we lead the way when it comes to vibrant nights out with a huge choice of venues and a real buzz. We pride ourselves in providing people with a pleasant experience and ensuring the city remains clean and safe, so it's great to be one of the first places in the country to get this award."

Stag and Hen Manchester are proud to call the city our home and are thrilled that our range of Manchester Stag parties and Mancehster Hen parties have been further added to with this prestiguous award. Yet another reason to choose Manchester for that last night of partying before the big day. Why not join the 500,000 people a week that enjoy Manchester's nightlife across 650 bars, restaurants and clubs.

We give you group complimentary VIP Q Jump passes for a venue at Deansgate Locks or the Printworks for one night of your stay regardless of what you book with us to help you enjoy Manchester's nightlife and can advise on other places to go - Just ask us on booking, we are here to help.

Check out our other special offers including if you follow us on Twitter or Facebook we'll give you free of charge for each group booking with us one twin room for 2 people for 1 night of your stay (terms and conditions apply).

Midlands Stags and Hens - Pole position for Partying

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Thank you to all you brides and grooms who came to talk to us at the Ramada Hotel Warwick yesterday- it was great to meet you and introduce you to what we can offer for your Manchester stag nights and hen party. Manchester is the place to be!!! We met a great Master of Ceremonies at the show- he had a very commanding presence and made Mike look positively short and Mike is 6ft!!!

It became apparent from talking to you hens that an important aspect of your Manchester hen nights is the wealth of bars and clubs Manchester has to offer. With our hen nightlife pass you can Q jump a number of these venues in both the exciting Deansgate Lock and Printworks areas of the city- you don’t want to waste valuable time in queues! And of course The Birdcage is a must for hen parties with its Las Vegas style shows with flamboyant drag queens and showgirls and music till the early hours – we all love a bit of cheese! With prices starting from £15 on Saturdays we can arrange for tickets with a reserved table for your party in front of the stage with drinks delivered to your table up till about 11.30pm.

For you grooms Manchester karting is the popular choice- we reckon you’re all budding Lewis Hamiltons!. We recommend a Grand Prix open session with up to 40 drivers lasting about 3 hours. You get practice laps followed by heat races of 5 laps with 2 finals of 12 laps for the fastest racers. All drivers get laptimes so you can work out who the slowest driver was so he can stand the first round of drinks ...........

But there’s so much more on offer for your stag weekend Manchester and your hen weekend Manchester whether it’s a weekend that’s energetic, adventure seeking, clubbing or just chilled out. Check out the activity pages on our website for details of all that’s on offer and then get in touch via our Build Your Own pages, our contact page or simply by picking up the phone and speaking to us direct- we’re here to help you plan you perfect hen and stag party.

Wedding Fayre Ramada Hotel Warwick

2010-03-04T04:35:00.000-08:00

Well this Sunday sees the team from Stag and Hen Manchester heading off to Warwick for a wedding fayre at the Ramada Hotel Kenilworth. It starts at 11am so it’s a bit of an early start for us but all you brides and grooms are worth it!

Manchester is an easy journey for all you Midlands based people so hens why not think about having your hen parties in Manchester and stags come on organise a Manchester stag night.

Manchester is a very popular destination for stag and hen parties with loads of daytime activities and nightlife. If you’re looking for an adventure adrenalin filled weekend then look no further- check out the extreme activities on our site for Indoor Skydiving– the latest craze – or if you’ve enjoyed watching the Winter Olympics then have a go at Manchester snowboarding. And of course there are the good old favourites of Manchester karting and paintballing Manchester.

If you prefer something a little less energetic but just as much fun then take a look at what a Manchester casino can offer-you can learn how to play poker or try your luck at the tables and slots. How about a spot of golf? Well Manchester has a venue to play indoor golf – the Golftorium where you can play ony one of 53 courses but never be too far away from the bar – in fact drinks get delivered to your booth- what could be better?

Now for you hens that love to dance we can offer you anything from Burlesque dancing to Manchester cheerleading parties to poledancing lessons. And how about singing your favourite songs with some Manchester karaoke in your own private booth you don’t even have to go to the bar to get drinks – they’re brought to you in your party! Rather go for a bit of pampering then check out a Manchester spa day – go the whole hog andbook a mini pamper day at a 5* spa or for those of you on a lower budget have a look at the health club and spa where treatments start from £30.

But what about that all important night out o the town? For you hens THE place to go is The Birdcage with Las Vegas style shows throughout the evening from drag queens and showgirls and music till the early hours. Or get one of our nightlife passes that give you VIP Q Jump entry to a number of clubs in the best nightlife areas of the city.

And for you stags how about a gentleman’s club to watch some lovely ladies dance before going on to the numerous pubs and clubs dotted around the city. With a stag Q Jump pass you can get fastrack entry to any number of great venues.

So admit it - this really has wetted your appetite for a Manchester stag weekend or a hen weekend – Manchester has it all.

So head on down to the Ramada Hotel Warwick this Sunday and we’ll let you into all the secrets Manchester has to offer. We’ve got some bottles of Prosecco to give away this weekend so come and talk to us and don’t miss out.

If you follow us on Twitter or Facebook we’ll give you free of charge for each group booking with us one twin room for 2 people for 1 night of your stay (terms and conditions apply).

As the Winter Olympics come to a close keep the Golden feeling going with Stag and Hen Manchester

2010-03-01T16:16:00.001-08:00

Been watching the Winter Olympics recently and sad they are coming to an end? Want to emulate our athletes efforts still and not sure how best to follow in Amy Williams footsteps? Well Stag and Hen Manchester are here to help keep that golden feeling going with a selection of Winter themed Manchester Stag and Hen activities.

Worry not Manchester can offer a selection of Winter themed Manchester Stag and Hen activities.

Situated only a short minibus ride away from your city centre stag accommodation or city centre hen accommodation in Manchester is the North West’s premier indoor snow centre The Chill Factor. Here both Stags and Hens can ski, snowboard , luge and go tubing and all for a very manageable cost.

With Manchester Skiing if you fancy yourself as a Chemmy Alcott and can already ski we have 90 minute lift passes available at only £25 or if you are like me and need a little tuition 45 minute learn to ski lessons are available on the smaller slope with a group of ten to each instructor again priced at £25. (if your numbers are under 10 sessions are non exclusive)

With Stag Snowboarding if the Snowboard cross is your level of snowboarding you can again opt for the 90 minute lift pass for the main slope or if you have been a skier and you want to try something new why not take a snowboard lesson on the smaller slope again with groups of ten being trained by one instructor for 45 minutes. (If your numbers are under 10 sessions are non exclusive)

Manchester Luging is the closest you will get to the Skeleton Bob that brought Amy Williams success and that involves sliding down a 60 metre ice slide at the side of the main slope. Each Manchester luging session is 45 minutes long and is for 16 people. ( Lower numbers will mean a non exclusive session) See which stag or hen can slide to the gold medal time!

The final option is the somewhat mad and mental Tubing- Ever gone on holiday and been towed behind a speed boat on a giant rubber ring. Right now picture that rubber ring at the top of a ski slope with you being pushed down the hill with no breaks and bam you have Manchester Tubing. This time the groups are 20 strong and again each session lasts for 45 minutes. (numbers under 20 will mean a non exclusive session)

So as you can see we can keep the Olympic spirit going so get in touch or simply follow us on Facebook and Twitter and we will help plan a Manchest er Stag night or Manchester Hen nights to remember!!

Stag and Hen Manchester

Hilton Hotel Wedding Fayre February 28th 2010

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Sunday February 28^th 2010 began with a nervous check of the curtains after last weekends snow at Chester Racecourse Wedding Fayre but the sun was shining and we set off to the Liverpool Hilton Hotel Wedding Fayre to see all you lovely Liverpool ladies and reluctant grooms (Everton and Liverpool were playing).

The new Hilton hotel next to Liverpool One was the venue for this wedding fayre and we arrived in plenty of time to set up before the 11 Oclock start. We were joined by photographers galore, specialist cake makers, table linen specialists and the fantastic classical soprano singer Amanda Hayes who kept us fully entertained all day when we weren’t speaking to all you stags and hens.

Although the destinations offered by Easyjet out of Liverpool were a popular choice there were still a lot of you that preferred to go British and head an hour away by train for a Manchester Stag Weekend or Manchester Hen Weekend. And we applaud you as the flights are never as cheap as they seem and you get a much better experience when you go British.

Popular choices for your hen parties in Manchester were the ever popular Manchester Birdcage, Manchester Spa Day and somewhat surprisingly Indoor Skydiving. You are obviously a city of adrenalin seekers!

Popular choices for stag parties in Manchester were lapdancing, Manchester clay pigeon shooting and Golftorium and we will look forward to sending proposals out to those stags that enquired.

Once again on offer was the special offer of joining us on Twitter or Facebook to receive a free twin room per Manchester hen party or Manchester stag party booked with us. (T&C's apply) So why not follow us up until the date of your wedding and then you will receive the latest updates and information and ideas as you run up to your big day.

Next up is the Ramada Hotel Warwick wedding fayre on Sunday March 7^th as we travel a little further a field to come and speak to you Stags and Hens in person and offer you some fantastic deals. It is all part of our continuing commitment to customer service and making your Stag and Hen Party as special as we can. After all you only do it once!

Stag and Hen Manchester

Wedding Fayre at The Hilton Hotel Liverpool Sunday 28 February 2010

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Wedding Fayre at the Hilton Hotel Liverpool Sunday 28 February 2010

Hi all you brides and grooms and bridesmaids! Hope you’ve got this weekend’s wedding fayre at the Hilton in Liverpool in your diaries - doors open at 11 sharp so get yourselves up out of bed and come and talk to us.

Now we know that your wedding day is the all important day but you’ve got to get planning for your hen parties and stag weekends -we’ll be looking out for you to see what you’ve got in mind. If you’re not heading off abroad then Manchester is the place to be.

At Stag And Hen Manchester we’ve got all avenues covered. If you’re after an adrenalin rush then why not check out the latest craze to hit Manchester – indoor sky diving. You can choose between 2 minutes or 4 minutes in the tunnel - the equivalent to 3 and 6 dives out of a plane. Or if you’ve been inspired by the exciting snowcross events in Winter Olympics have a look at our skiing activites- great fun whether you’re a novice or an expert.

But if you prefer a slower pace of life then we’ll book you into a top class spa hotel and let the therapists sooth away all your cares with a Manchester spa day. With prices starting from as little as £65 for a half hour treatment and use of the facilities it’s within everyone’s budget. Or really push the boat out and go for a luxury pamper day with treatments lasting an hour. You get a glass of champagne and a light lunch with both packages – absolute heaven.

And we haven’t neglected to find a spa package for our less adventurous grooms. You can get a good workout in the gym at a city centre leisure club and then indulge in a full body massage.
But we all know that we’ve got to give the bride and groom an unforgettable send off on the big night out! There are a whole load of clubs and bars to choose from in Manchester in the Printworks area of the city or down at Deangate Locks. Grooms you need to check out the lapdancing clubs – they are sensational.

And brides we all know you’ll be heading for The Birdcage. We can arrange for you to have a table right in front of the stage so you won’t miss the fun of the Las Vegas style stage shows and then you can dance the night away with music from the 70.s 80’s, 90’s and present day. It’s a Hen party must!

So as you can see we’ve lots to talk to you about on Sunday at the Hilton Hotel in Liverpool which is itself a brilliant venue for wedding fayres. We look forward to seeing you at our stand where we’ll have some bottles on prosecco to give away in our prize draw so make sure you don’t miss out!

Sophisticated Hen Party In Manchester

2010-02-25T02:34:00.000-08:00

When we were at the wedding fayre at Chester Racecourse on Sunday we were approached by a lady wanting to arrange a sophisticated hen party in Manchester. Other than specifying afternoon tea she wanted to leave it up to us to suggest what to do.

So what do sophisticated hens do on a Manchester hen weekend?

Well always keen to please our clients we have found a number of places to take afternoon tea. If you’d like to combine it with a spot of retail therapy then 2nd floor in Harvey Nichols is for you with views right across the city. Alternatively for true indulgence go for a champagne tea at a 5* hotel – definitely our idea of heaven!

And then our 5* Hen Spa Manchester springs to mind. What could be better than mini pamper day at a luxurious 5* city centre hotel with a glass of bubbly and a light lunch thrown in on a sophisticated hen party in Manchester? (prices star from only£65) Well the only thing we can think of that’s better is a deluxe pamper day with an 2 hours treatment! (prices star from only £140)

Then we thought of a cocktail masterclass in a smart bar in Manchester where you get to mix cocktails for each other and test your skill at throwing the shaker in the air. Don’t feel inhibited - here at Stag and Hen Manchester we all had a go and more than one of us dropped the shaker! Our favourite venue is Obsidian below the stunning 4* Arora situated right smack bang in the middle of the city centre. Its award winning mixologists are a must for every discerning Manchester Lady on a night out.

Or how about an evening at the casino? The casino in Manchester is decorated in beautiful art deco style so you can dine in luxury before trying your luck at the tables under the supervision of an in house croupier on our hen casino experience. Red or Black on the Roulette?, Got a lucky number?, or are you a wizard at the slots - this experience will allow you to try all three and hopefully walk away with your winning streak intact.

There are plenty of chic restaurants for a sophisticated hen party in Manchester to choose from ranging from the most opulent to minimalist modern in style serving traditional English cuisine to French Haute cuisine to finest oriental- the choice is your. All we can guarantee is that you won’t find better anywhere in Britain!

Something a bit different might be for you to stay in an apartment hotel and have a meal served in your apartment just for you with wines of your choice. And If magic takes your fancy we could arrange a visit from an amazing magician – you just won’t believe your eyes – we know we didn’t!

So if these ideas for a sophisticated hen party in Manchester appeal then drop us a line via our contact page on the web or give us a call on 0161 223 0417 and let’s get our heads together and create your perfect hen weekend in Manchester. And if you’ve got some different ideas share them with us on our blog or come and see us at the wedding fayre at the Hilton Hotel in Liverpool this Sunday.

21st February 2010- Stag and Hen Manchester at Chester Racecourse Wedding Fayre

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What a fabulous day at Chester Racecourse wedding fayre was had by Stag and Hen Manchester and we have to say a big thank you to the organisers for battling on despite mother nature depositing more snow on us on Sunday morning. Then of course the bigger thank you to all those Brides and Grooms that came despite the weather aswell.

The event had everything from roaming tables to live ice sculpture to Owls trained to fly down and deliver the wedding rings and of course US!!!! Our stand number 40 proved to be a big hit with visitors throughout the day discussing all sorts of Manchester stag parties and hen parties in Manchester. It was mainly a day for the Brides but well done to all the grooms in attendance aswell.

The other thing that was very evident is how organised all you brides out there are as we had a lot of people at the Chester Racecourse Wedding Fayre talk to us about Manchester hen nights in 2012. The Manchester Birdcage does take bookings that far in advance and we can pretty much guarantee you availability at all our activities from a Manchester Spa Day to Manchester Go Karting to a night at the Belle Vue Dogs and of course many more on top of that. However we do know you might want to book so why not become a fan of us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter to keep in touch with developments all the way through until your event.

Our competition for bottles of champagne and the main prize of a night for two in a Manchester hotel with Manchester nightlife passes was also very well received at the Chester Racecourse Wedding Fayre and congratulations to Jacqueline Mcdermott our winner. We haven’t decided yet what we are offering at next weekend’s Wedding Fayre at the Liverpool Hilton on Sunday 28^th February but it will be something similar.

The whole event simply proved to us that foreign Stag party trips and sun seeking hen parties are a thing of the past so bravo to the brides and grooms at Chester for going British!!!

Stag and Hen Manchester will be exhibiting at the following Wedding Fayres should you want to come and see us:-

Hilton hotel Liverpool - Sunday 28^th February

http://www.confettiqueens.co.uk/wedding-fayre/hilton-hotel-liverpool

The Ramada Hotel Warwick – Sunday 7^th March

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The Vincent Hotel Southport- Sunday 21^st March

http://www.weddinglink.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=47&Itemid=53

Wolverhampton Races Dunstall park – Sunday 25^th April

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Tell us you are coming we can make appointments to discuss your requirements personally.

Further wedding fayre updates to follow.

Organise your Stag and Hen Party at the Wedding Fayre - Its easy!!

2010-02-19T10:39:00.000-08:00

Wedding Fayre season is upon us for all you stags and hens in Manchester. So girls are you ready to drool over this season’s latest gorgeous gowns and check out the florists’ ideas for the flowers for your big day? And stags you need to find out what the latest styles are so you look your best for your ladies. But don’t forget you’ve got to get your stag party and hen weekend booked as well.

We’ve had a lot of fun ourselves designing a couple of stands showing you what you can get up to on your Manchester stag weekends and hen parties in Manchester and we’re so proud of them we’re going to give you a sneak preview of them here on this blog. What do you think – we’d really love to hear from you......

It’s great to meet all you hens at these fayres and chat to you about the plans you have for your all important Manchester hen party. We’re always open to ideas about what you want to do on your hen weekend – Manchester is such a great place to party- so keep on talking to us. We’ve just recently added the premier venue for hen parties in Manchester – the Manchester Birdcage so have a look on the hen activities page for full details.

And stags – when you get sick of looking at stationery and balloons and flowers why not make your way over to the Stag and Hen Manchester stand and talk to us about stag activities for your stag weekend in Manchester. We’ll have our laptop with us so come and access our interactive website and look at planning your own weekend on the Build Your Own pages. Have you spotted the latest craze to hit Manchester- indoor sky diving?- check out the pictures on the stag activities page.

We’re really looking forward to seeing you this Sunday at Chester Racecourse at the Flaunt Events fayre and we’ve got some bottles of pink champagne up for grabs and a free 1 night stay at a 3*hotel in Manchester with VIP Q jump entry to a popular venue. So come over and find us at stand number 40 and chat to us about what you have in mind for you unforgettable stag and hen weekend in Manchester.

Birdcage Manchester

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So you’ve booked your ticket to Manchester, your accommodation and that perfect combination of hen activities for during the day– next you have to think “Where do I go for the perfect night out?” Well put simply the mecca for all hens visiting Manchester is The Birdcage nightclub opposite the popular Printworks complex in the city centre.

Well established as the premier hen party destination in Manchester the Birdcage will throw open its doors every Friday and Saturday night from 9p.m until late for an evening of Disco with hits from the 80’s, 90’s and now. Not enough? Okay how about throwing in every 40 minutes “David Dale and the Birdcage Starlets” - a Vegas style drag and showgirl cabaret performing amongst many other things tributes to great acts like Cher and Abba. Still not enough? How about a cheeky but lovable hostess whose sharp cut downs can have you and your friends in stitches? A state of the art sound and lighting system? Okay you get the picture.

The venue itself can hold up to 2000 people and trust us when we say on a Saturday it will do, so there are a few things to remember. Firstly drinks – if you are going to any one of the three bars get a couple of rounds in as the popularity of the venue will inevitably lead to queues. Either that or take advantage of the table service within the reserved seating but be aware it is not guaranteed and will stop shortly after 11pm. Secondly the atmosphere and disco will naturally mean that it’s noisy, so if you want to talk to one another all night this isn’t the place to go- it’s cabaret with disco not just cabaret. J

If you aren’t too much of a fan of large crowds then of the two nights arranging to go to the Birdcage on the Friday of your Manchester hen weekend is probably the more sensible option and can be easily arranged. We’ll organise your Birdcage tickets and set you up with guestlist access early evening to a venue in the popular Printworks so you can get a few pre Birdcage drinks in. Tickets on Friday tend to be cheaper as well at £8 for Q jump (which you must use before 11pm) and £12 for reserved seating (which must be used before 10pm). A VIP area is also available for larger groups.

If however you want to arrange a visit to the Manchester Birdcage on the Saturday night of your visit which the majority of hen parties in Manchester tend to try and do we will happily check availability and try and get you sorted. Prices are a little more expensive at £8 for Q jump (which you must use before 11pm) and £15 for reserved seating (which must be used before 10pm.) VIP is not available.

We are certainly fans and that is why we are offering it you as an activity in its own right or as part of your own uniquely built Manchester Hen party or shortly as part of a special package- keep checking the website for details. Tickets through us are at absolutely no extra cost at all as we have matched the Birdcage’s prices.

Send us your enquiry and we can start to help sort that perfect night in the Manchester Birdcage today.

Exciting Link Ups for Stag and Hen Manchester

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Well the last time I wrote this blog was during “Britain’s Big Freeze” and I encouraged all you hens to use the time you were snowbound wisely and start thinking about all those important Manchester hen parties for 2010 and boy did you respond. Thanks to all those that made enquiries and bookings with us in January and took advantage of our Bride goes Free offer and to all those that haven’t quite gotten around to starting to organise those perfect hen parties in Manchester get a move on!! J

Now the January burst is over I wanted to take this opportunity to add a few more blog entries before another rush begins and update you on a few developments.

Firstly Stag and Hen Manchester are delighted to be able to announce a link up with one of Manchester’s must see music experiences the Hard Rock Cafe outside the Printworks complex a very popular nightlife spot. As the UK’s biggest Hard Rock Cafe having a meal is definitely a unique experience as you sit in its 450 seat restaurant surrounded by Rock memorabilia from everyone from the Beatles to Manchester’s own now disbanded rock gods Oasis. Also boasting a 100 seat cocktail lounge and its very own rock shop it is well worth a visit. Find details of our special meal deal under the Manchester Hen activities and Stag Weekends Manchester pages.

Secondly we are also very pleased to announce that we are now working with The Birdcage - Manchester’s premier nightclub for hen parties. This ensures that should you want to visit whilst on your hen party that you can do so and we can organise that for you. Simply let us know whether you want to go on Friday night or Saturday night and what type of ticket you want and we will do the rest. Do bear in mind though that the Birdcage is hugely popular and will book up in advance so please make sure you book early to guarantee tickets. Details of our link up available on our Manchester Hen activities page simply select “read more” on the Birdcage activity.

We strive hard to ensure that we work with the best of the best and give you the choice for your Stag party in Manchester or Hen parties in Manchester and that work will always continue. Keep your eyes peeled on the website for more details or follow us on Twitter or Facebook.

Something to Do in the Big Freeze

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Hen Night Manchester | Hen Parties in Manchester

So its January 2010 you are sat at home with the heating on twiddling your thumbs in the biggest UK wide freeze in fifty years and you don’t know what to do. Well calling all brides, bridesmaids and any other hen party organisers. Why don’t you use this extended break to organise your hen parties. Manchester is the perfect place to come and have that unforgettable last night without the groom.

With Stag and Hen Manchester you can build your own unique hen night in Manchester or book a popular package for your hen weekend. Manchester can accommodate every desire you have from cheap and cheerful 3* hen accommodation to 5* luxury, from relaxing spa treatments to extreme real snow skiing (and no that’s not to work and back!) to over 500 different nightlife venues for your fun and enjoyment.

We even have special offers on at the moment to help you save money following your splurge at Christmas – Check out our special offers page where you can get 4* luxury for 3* prices and where the bride goes free for groups of sixteen hens or more. Our starting prices for hotels and bookings have also frozen in place so no nasty new years surprises

Twinned with customer service and our local knowledge and advice you can’t go wrong so visit us to book your 2010 hen night in Manchester today.

Hitting 2010 Running

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Manchester – Transport facilities for the New Decade

Manchester’s popular and very successful Metrolink service will hit the ground running in 2010 (excuse the pun) as a major 6 month project to renew all of the city centre track with high quality street finishes and to completely redevelop the St Peter’s Square and Piccadilly Gardens stops has finished on time.

This has given two of the most popular stops on the networks a sparkling new finish including top of the range touch screen ticket machines that accept notes, coins, debit cards and credit cards to make buying the value for money tickets even easier. The revamped Piccadilly Gardens stop will be particularly important for those Hen Parties in Manchester that are going to make full use of all the shopping Manchester has to offer and for those Manchester Stag Weekends that are looking to explore all the bars and pubs throughout every quarter of the city.

Remember though that although we recommend the tram system as the best way around the city during the day and early evening, trams do stop before last orders at 11p.m!!

Remember to check our guide for city centre transport options or just contact us to ask

A very happy 2010 to you all!

2009-12-30T10:07:00.000-08:00

Keeping an Eye on Manchester's Busy Schedule

As we enter into another busy year in Manchester in 2010 Stag and Hen Manchester wanted to warn prospective stags and hens about checking what’s happening in Manchester the weekend of your prospective Manchester Stag Weekends or Hen Parties in Manchester.

You will be surprised as to the influence something as simple as Manchester United playing at home will have. Availability of rooms will become scarce which means higher prices and less chance of your group being together in the hotel of your choice. You also will see an influx of the vast majority of the 75,000 person crowd into the city centre after the game finishes. So Hens if you don’t fancy meeting a fair few merry football fans then pick another weekend or Stags if you hate United fans these aren’t the weekends for you! We don’t want to put you off your Manchester Stag Nights though or hens if the date can’t be moved we will ensure minimal impact on the enjoyment of your hen night. Manchester does have over 500 nightlife venues after all!!!!

We have also recently encountered a few occasions where large events at the MEN Arena do have a small impact on the availability and price of accommodation in the city centre. (A recent example being next years Peter Kay tour.) If you are planning to make an MEN arena event part of your Manchester Stag Night or hen weekend in Manchester then make sure you book well in advance to book the best possible, convenient accommodation. And of course if you aren’t it is still worthwhile being aware what is on the weekend you are going.

Keep tabs on the Manchester Guide section of our website where we endeavour to keep you up to date or ask us on enquiry and we will source the information for you.

Happy New Year from the Stag and Hen Manchester Team- We wish you a prosperous and happy 2010 and of course fun and unforgettable Manchester Stag Weekends and Hen parties in Manchester.

2009-12-14T02:24:00.000-08:00

Silks Gentlemen's Lounge Grand Opening

SPECIAL OFFER - stretch hummer pick up from city centre location and club entry for only £10 per person. Call 0161223 0417 or email info@stagandhenmanchester.co.uk.

Stag and Hen Manchester has this week had the pleasure of visiting the latest Gentlemen’s Club to hit the streets of Manchester at its grand opening last Thursday night. Silk’s Gentlemens Lounge is on Lloyd Street by the town hall half way between the Printworks and Deansgate Locks this is a must for any Manchester stag night.

Its luxurious interior starts with the modern and elegant ground floor with a large well stocked bar, widescreen tv’s showing sport and stage with floor to ceiling mirrors where its stunning girls perform regularly throughout the evening. We were greeted with a free glass of champagne and very quickly were enjoying ourselves in what we view as a necessity on any good Manchester stag weekend.

As the evening progressed we enjoyed everything from a public stage show with a member of the team selflessly allowing himself to be the recipient of a public stageshow from the lovely Brooke,a dance perfect for any groom to be, to a visit to one of the many private booths for a sensuous dance which at £10 a time lasting one song are safely the cheapest in Manchester and essential for any Manchester Stag Weekends.

We also have a new VIP area to look forward to that will be finished shortly and can provide some additional privacy where required. Silks have also thoughfully laid on stretch hummers filled with girls to pick you up in town and deliver you directly to the club and come early in the new year we are looking forward to providing as a stag activity for Stag parties in Manchester a trip in a mobile strip club that will be housed in a double decker executive coach that can take you anywhere you wish to go with booze and women a plenty.

Remember Hens can visit aswell so if you want to arrange such a trip for your Hen parties in Manchester Please let us know and we can arrange matters accordingly.

Manchester stag nights will never be the same again so please feel free to talk about the best gentlemens club options available to your group on booking as certain conditions can apply so we will talk you through the best ones to suit you.

Seasons Greetings from Stag and Hen Manchester

2009-11-19T05:14:00.000-08:00

A Christmas Wonderland for Hen Parties in Manchester

Every Hen weekend should have a bit of sparkle and Manchester is definitely the place to go for Christmas sparkle.

The Christmas trees are lit and the street decorations shine through the November gloom to lighten everyone's spirits and make them feel festive.

The Christmas market is in full swing with cabins manned from all parts of Europe offering all sorts of delights from hot roast chestnuts to fantastic warming gluhwein.

Now can you think of a better place to spend your hen weekend than here with us in Manchester?

From the moment you step into the foyer of your hen friendly hotel all decorated for Christmas you'll throw off your winter blues and feel ready to party the weekend away. So get your gladrags on and let's get ready to hit those hen party venues.

Get your Manchester hen party started with a free VIP entry to one of the clubs down in Deansgate Locks to catch up on all the girly gossip and spy out the local talent....

Then on Saturday after a leisurely breakfast have a browse through the Christmas market before heading for the classy shops in St Anns Square and King Street to see where the best bargains are on offer. Or head to the Arndale Centre for all your high street names and bag a new outfit for the big hen night ahead.

Feeling peckish? Well how about combining some nibbles with an afternoon cocktail masterclass to get yourselves into a party mood. Have a Christmas cocktail competition to see who can make the best one - it could be the start of a whole new craze!

Now it's time to turn to the important matter of getting ready for that night you've all been looking forward to - the hen party! It's you last night of freedom so why not indulge in a manicure or facial at your hotel before you have that first drink of the evening while you make yourselves irresistible with those new dresses that are going to turn more than a few heads tonight in all those Manchester bars and clubs........

Got the Idea? Manchester's a great place to have a perfect hen weekend. We've got loads of ideas so why not have a look at our website or get in touch with us by emailing info@stagandhenmanchester.co.uk so we can plan your Manchester hen party to remember.

Stags play at St Andrews

2009-11-06T06:03:00.000-08:00

I this week had the pleasure of playing the Old Course at St Andrews but instead of enduring the shoddy weather this week has brought to the whole of the UK including the course on the East coast of Scotland I was able to enjoy the unique surroundings of the Golftorium in Manchester close to Piccadilly train station.

The largest indoor golf centre in Europe and perfect for stags it gives you the chance to play such historic courses in the dry with beer served to you at your own table infront of the simulator.

After a brief introduction to how to work the simulator we were given our golf bag to share full of top notch Cobra clubs and away we went. As we had never played golf indoors before we opted for a few practice swings first and then we started the round off. First we picked the course, then how windy it was, whether we wanted a crowd, mulligans, gimmies, speed of the greens the options of personalising your round are endless. Then as organiser and director at Stag and Hen Manchester I was given the honour and I didn't disgrace myself with a drive of 214 yards off the first tee.

We ordered a few drinks from the bar as we hit the third and they were promptly delivered to the table just in front of the simulator playing area and we continued. Now I had better tell you I am not a professional golfer and in fact don't have a handicap but this was easy to pick up and tremendous fun even as the bogey's began to mount up. You have three different surfaces from which to hit the ball the fairway, the rough and the sand and we used these and got bemused faces when we asked which one we needed to use for the water!!

After three hours which is roughly what it should take for four people on one simulator we had finished all 18 holes and had our scores collected and printed for us. They didn't make pretty reading!

Depending on what time of the day you book prices start from £25 per simulator per hour but when you divide that by the number playing it certainly doesn't break the bank. We also make sure that wherever possible we split larger groups of stags across simulators so you can maximise your time and still play against one another.

For more information please visit our website where you can build your own stag weekend to incorporate the Golftorium or choose one of our packages which includes a visit to the Golftorium. The choice is yours!!

For general enquiries please email info@stagandhenmanchester.co.uk and I welcome comments to this blog that you can add below.

Manchester v Los Angeles

2009-10-26T13:27:00.000-07:00

Following news of Manchester signing a formal friendship agreement with the city of Los Angeles and Los Angeles declaring Manchester as “one of the greatest cities in the world” independent research has ranked Manchester as England’s leading city. So it would naturally follow that the place to be at the moment for UK Stag and Hen parties is Manchester.

The Economic Intelligence Unit’s annual “liveability” survey ranked Manchester 46th out of 140 cities ranked worldwide with London only coming 51st. The news that there were over 6.5 million overnight stays in our city also points towards continuing upward trends in the popularity of Manchester with investments not only in leading venues Stags and Hens use like the Chill Factor and Golftorium but in leading festivals such as the Manchester International Festival, the Manchester Comedy Festival and the Manchester Food and Drink Festival.

As Stag and Hen Manchester’s venues for Stags and Hens continue to expand and events and gigs continue to be announced in Manchester we make a promise to all Stags and Hens now that we will continue to be at the forefront of giving you the best of what a Premier League city has to offer!

Manchester Comedy Festival

2009-10-26T13:15:00.000-07:00

Following closely on the heels of the very successful Food and Drink festival the Manchester Comedy Festival is yet another big hitter in the festival line up Manchester consistently manages to deliver for all its residents and visiting Stags and Hens.

For the last ten days there have been shows at theatres, clubs, bars and even the odd pub to enjoy from big name comedians like Michael Mcintyre, Rhod Gilbert or the always funny Jimmy Carr. A good smattering of local up and coming comedians always makes for a good festival as well and this year didn’t disappoint with local comedians Justin Moorhouse and Jason Cook.

Stags up for a bit of controversial humour would have enjoyed Tim Jeffries at the Royal Exchange theatre with Hens wanting a bit of dry humour would have enjoyed Jimmy Carr at the Manchester Apollo. Then of course there was the man of the moment - Michael Mcintyre and like him or loath him Stag and Hen Manchester can testify that you will always walk away with a smile on your face having had a good evening seeing him live at the MEN Arena.

And remember Stag and Hen Manchester offer the best of Manchester’s comedy scene all year round from as little as £30 per person to include entry into a top Manchester comedy club and a pizza and drink for each stag or hen in the group. It always starts off any stag or hen party in the right mood to split your sides laughing for a few hours before you hit the town and Manchester is certainly no different! Visit www.stagandhenmanchester.co.uk and look for Comedy Evening in the activities section for further details or get in touch with us now on 0161 223 0417.

Manchester Food and Drink for Stags and Hens

2009-10-12T06:28:00.000-07:00

As the 2009 Manchester Food and Drink festival comes to a close it occurs to me that Manchester truly is a great choice for Stags and Hens when it comes to getting some top notch food and drink at whatever prices you can afford. No longer is Manchester a place for just meat pies and gravy!

This twelve day festival has been graced by the cream (no pun intended) of the region’s top chefs including, as featured on BBC 2’s Great British Menu, Michael Caines - head chef at the Michael Caines Restaurant and Champagne Bar and Paul Heathcote - head chef at the hugely popular Grado near to Spinningfields. Other celebrity chefs included Clarissa Dickson Wright, one half of Two Fat Ladies and the youngest chef ever to get a Michellin star - Aiden Byrne.

There were numerous other Manchester City Centre restaurants represented with chefs providing cookery demonstrations from The River Restaurant, Shilma Pinks, Room, Tampopo, Wings, Sapporo Teppanyaki, Opus Bar and the Soup kitchen to name but a few. All are very much within a Stag and Hen Party’s budget and conveniently located - for example Opus Bar is situated in the Printworks a prime Stag and Hen Nightlife hotspot.

St Ann’s Square in front of Manchester Town hall and close to Deansgate has for the last twelve days been the beating heart of the festival with a host of local producers and culinary traders descending on the food village. It is well worth taking your time to go along and talk to the traders and sample what they have to offer.

Then there has been of course this past weekend the Stag favourite of Oktoberfest and many have enjoyed the sights, sounds and tastes of Bavaria brought to St Ann’s Square. Not forgetting as well the other Stag favourite the 2^nd Greater Manchester Ale Festival in Albert Square where the Greater Manchester People’s Pint and best beer brewed in Manchester are chosen.

Stag and Hen Manchester will be the first to let you know when the 2010 event dates are finalised and in the meantime should you have any queries about the best places to eat and for what budget do let us know and we will tell you what we think are the best stag and hen friendly Manchester restaurants to visit. Always remember to book in advance for large parties to avoid disappointment.

A couple of additional helpful websites to be aware of:-

http://www.tasteofmanchester.com

http://www.foodloversbritain.com/

Stag and Hen Manchester Ltd

2009-10-12T04:46:00.000-07:00

Hi and welcome to the first ever Stag and Hen Manchester blog also available at www.stagandhenmanchester.co.uk. We have decided to start a blog to tell you about Manchester, what is on offer and our take on current trends in the world of all things Stag and Hen. So look out for restaurant reviews, activity reviews, updates on what's happening in Manchester whilst you are here and much much more!

Firstly a little about the blog's author - My name is Mike Ferguson and I am one of the directors of the business. I am a staunch Mancunian through and through and love everything about living in Manchester itself. I have spent time working not only in Manchester hotels but also at Manchester City Football Club and as such have a slight leaning to the blue side of the footballing divide!

I have been going out in Manchester for a number of years and enjoying the extensive nightlife and the good natured antics of the stag parties and hen parties I see, particularly around the Printworks. And hey if you want to invite me I'll happily join you for a drink on yours! (Hens - I am single and good looking if I don't say so myself)

If going wild isn't your thing I also like to think of myself as well versed in the finer things in life. I thoroughly enjoy such venues as the Living Room and Cloud 23 even if my bank balance doesn't and hey I'm not ashamed to admit I've visited a health club or two for a relaxing massage - so Stags don't miss out.

Right on to important matters. What does Manchester have to offer and why use us? Quite simply we offer a uniqueness of experience. Being based in Manchester as we are, we know we have the largest indoor golf centre in the European Union for Stags to enjoy, we know we have one of the country's premier indoor snow centres with Skiing, Luging, Snowboarding and Tubing for Stags and Hens to try. We also react to new developments to keep our packages as up to date as possible. For example we are told an indoor sky diving centre should be ready before Christmas.

We don't stop there either as we have spoken to each supplier in great depth about what will make your day the best possible. With no hidden costs or hassles we can offer you more options for your Manchester Stag weekend and Manchester Hen weekend than others can. Why, for example, take Paintballing packages with only 100 paintballs when in a 3 hour session you're likely to shoot between 500 and 700?

Then finally the most important thing you need to know is that the choice is up to you. It's your big day you're celebrating so why can't it be your Stag weekend or Hen weekend. We allow you to pick your accommodation rating and activities and we will then liaise with you on the best itinerary and costs to fit your budget. We are even available in Manchester should you ever need help whilst you are here!

So on behalf of Stag and Hen Manchester Ltd we look forward to welcoming you to Manchester and its fine northern hospitality!

If you have any comments on this blog feel free to add them below or email them to info@stagandhenmanchester.co.uk at any time.