Hen Party Cocktail
Class in Canterbury
Shaken and stirred with a professional mixologist, with a buff butler available as an add-on. Private classes across Canterbury and the surrounding area, from £35pp.
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Canterbury is one of England's most architecturally stunning cities, the UNESCO-listed Cathedral, the Roman walls and the medieval streets give it a beauty that makes it an exceptional hen party backdrop. The city has a strong independent food and bar scene and a good selection of large houses available for group hire. Our mixologists cover Canterbury and the wider Kent area.
Canterbury's history stretches back to Roman times, but the Cathedral, the mother church of the Anglican Communion and one of the most beautiful buildings in England, defines the city. The medieval West Gate, the Greyfriars Garden and the Westgate Towers are all extraordinary. The city has an outstanding independent food and bar scene centred on Palace Street and the Westgate area, and is within easy day-trip distance of the Kent coast at Whitstable (about 7 miles), which adds an excellent seafood and seaside element to any hen weekend.
What to do in Canterbury for a hen weekend
Canterbury Cathedral
A UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the greatest Gothic buildings in the world. The Cathedral has been a place of Christian pilgrimage for nearly 900 years, explore the nave, the Trinity Chapel and the crypt.
River Stour Punting
Punt or canoe along the Great Stour through the medieval gardens of Canterbury, a beautiful, peaceful way to see the city from a unique angle. Available from the Westgate Gardens.
Whitstable Seafood Day Trip
Whitstable, famous for its native oysters, is just 20 minutes from Canterbury. A morning of seafood and wine at the harbour, followed by an afternoon back in Canterbury before the evening class.
Palace Street & Independent Bars
Canterbury's Palace Street and the surrounding medieval lanes have a brilliant selection of independent restaurants, craft beer pubs and cocktail bars in beautiful old buildings.
Everything taken care of
Every cocktail masterclass is fully self-contained. Your mixologist brings the bar to you, no venue hire, no shopping, no stress.
Professional Mixologist
Your own charismatic mixologist runs the show, teaching techniques, hosting games and keeping everyone entertained for the full two hours.
All Ingredients & Equipment
Premium spirits, fresh fruit, mixers, ice, glassware, shakers and jiggers, everything arrives with your mixologist. You just supply the group.
2-Hour Private Class
Three cocktails each, a Sex on the Beach, a Mojito and a Cosmopolitan. Competitive rounds, taste-offs and a whole lot of laughs included.
Optional Buff Butler
Add a Butlers in the Buff butler to serve drinks and raise the entertainment level. Available to add when you get your quote.
How it works
From first enquiry to final sip, we handle every detail. All you need to do is gather your group.
Get a quote
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Secure your booking
Pay a small deposit to lock in your date. The balance is due 14 days before the class.
We set up the bar
Your mixologist arrives 15 minutes early and sets everything up at your venue.
Shake, sip, repeat
Two hours of cocktail-making, games and laughs. Three cocktails each, and you drink them all.
Planning your Canterbury hen party
📍 Where hens typically stay
Popular bases in Canterbury include City Centre, St Dunstan's, Wincheap and Nackington Road, all well suited for large group Airbnbs and short-let houses where we can set up the bar.
St Dunstan's and Wincheap have the best large group houses near Canterbury's city walls, within walking distance of everything but on quieter residential streets. The city has limited large group accommodation so book early.
🍹 What pairs well with a cocktail class
A visit to Canterbury Cathedral and the Roman Museum, an afternoon on the river punting, or exploring the independent bars on Palace Street before the class.
🚂 Getting there
Canterbury is under an hour from London St Pancras International and within easy reach of the Kent coast, ideal for groups from London and the South East.
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Cocktail class Canterbury, questions answered
Absolutely, this is one of the most popular Kent hen weekend combinations. Stay in Canterbury and take a morning trip to Whitstable for oysters, fresh seafood and the famous Whitstable harbour atmosphere. It's just 20 minutes by train or car, and the contrast between the medieval cathedral city and the characterful fishing village is perfect.
Canterbury is under an hour from London St Pancras on the high-speed Southeastern service, one of the most accessible cathedral cities from the capital. The high-speed service makes it a genuinely practical choice for groups with London-based guests.
The class runs for 2 hours. Your mixologist arrives 15 minutes early to set up. Each guest makes three cocktails, a Sex on the Beach, a Mojito and a Cosmopolitan, with games and competitions woven throughout. It's the perfect way to start a Canterbury hen night before you head out.
Your professional mixologist, all premium spirits, fresh fruit, mixers, ice, glassware, shakers and jiggers are all included. Three cocktails per person are included in the price. There are no hidden extras, everything you need for an unforgettable evening is covered from £35pp.
The minimum group size is 10 guests. There's no maximum, just let us know your numbers when you get a quote. We regularly run classes for groups of 20, 30 and beyond.
Yes, we come directly to your Airbnb, holiday cottage or rented house anywhere in Canterbury and the surrounding area including Faversham, Whitstable, Herne Bay, Sandwich. There's no need to travel, we set up and bring everything.
Absolutely. You can add a Butlers in the Buff butler to your cocktail class in Canterbury from £150. He'll serve drinks, help run the games and add a brilliant bit of theatre to the evening. Just request this when getting your quote.
We recommend booking at least 4–6 weeks in advance to secure your preferred date, especially for weekends in the summer and around bank holidays. That said, we do take last-minute bookings where availability allows, check our availability when you get a quote.
Still have questions about our Canterbury cocktail class? Read our complete guide to what to expect or browse our hen party planning guides.
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