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Derbyshire Hen Weekends
Derby is a hen-friendly city, great value for money and very easy to get around. It offers exciting Hen Party Activities, Hen Weekend Houses, Bars and Restaurants, and Things to Do.
The countryside around Derby is a world of contrasting natural beauty, with moors and dales, rivers, springs and caverns at its heart the Peak District National Park, known and loved by millions for its breathtaking views and adventure.
Derbyshire Hen Party Houses
Perched on the edge of the Peak District, Derby has lots of exciting things to do and beautiful places to stay to ensure the bride-to-be gets the send off she deserves. Shopping, restaurants and stunning countryside ensures you can make your hen weekend in whatever style you want.
About Acacia Cottages
Acacia Cottages are specialist hen weekend organisers for Rural Adventure Limited, based in the stunning Chew Valley. They started trading on the 10th October 2006, planning hen weekends in stylish country cottages with activities for lots of happy hen groups.
We absolutely love organising hen weekends, sourcing cottages, activities and ideas to make your weekend extra special. As one of the first companies to start organising hen weekend packages, we have extensive experience in developing strong commercial relationships, delivering easy online systems and being experts at hen party planning. All our cottages are based throughout the UK and are specifically chosen to cater for hen parties, birthday celebrations, friend & family getaways & stag groups. We aim to take the stress away from planning your special weekend whilst adding that little bit extra in terms of our knowledge and established buying power, ensuring you get value for money. With our easy booking processes, dedicated staff, online payment system and tried and tested suppliers, we aim to make your hen weekend totally unique and very special.
Things to do in Derbyshire
Parks
Take a picnic and enjoy a few hours in one of the beautiful parks which Derby has to offer. Darley Park is central and runs along the River Trent, its not a large park but great for rounders, walking, relaxing or grabbing something from a nearby café. Alvaston Park is slightly further from the centre & there is a café which sells great cakes!
Derby Cathedral
The Cathedral towers above the city with the second highest perpendicular church tower in England. Light and airy, you can discover the awesome tomb of Bess of Hardwick, listen to the oldest set of 10 bells in the world and climb the 189 steps to see the panoramic views of the city.
Shopping
The Cathedral Quarter is a fantastic town centre with loads of shops and side streets to explore. Unique independent shops, great cafés, restaurants and bars, stunning arts and cultural venues and historical landmarks. Alternatively, if you want some serious undercover shopping then the Intu is the place to visit.
Acacia Activity ideas
Cocktails Workshop, Wine Tasting, Customise your Shoes Workshop, Dance Class, Meal Out, Afternoon Tea Party, Craft Workshop, Life Drawing, Vintage Makeover and more.
Derbyshire Bars & Restaurants
Le Bistrot Pierre
Full of character and charm, Le Bistrot Pierre captures French culture and love of food. It gets great reviews offering well cooked, good sized portions of food in a wonderful environment. It doesn’t have a bar but the Pitcher and Piano is just next door!
Revolution Bar
Situated in the Cathedral Quarter, this is a great place to go for the off cocktail. It also offers seasonal menus & is great for a day or night out.
The Blue Note
The Blue Note is one of Derby’s oldest nightclubs. Based on Sadlergate in Derby city centre, it’s origins are in Jazz but it now has a mainstream vibe to it. Can attract a younger crowd. There are loads of other great places in Derby, let us know what sort of things you like and we can come up with some ideas.