Hen Party Cocktail
Class in Nottingham
Shaken and stirred with a professional mixologist, with a buff butler available as an add-on. Private classes across Nottingham and the surrounding area, from £35pp.
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Nottingham has a lively hen party scene with a city centre that's walkable, affordable and full of great independent venues. Hockley and Lace Market are the most popular areas for group Airbnbs and short lets. Our mixologists cover Nottingham and the surrounding area.
Nottingham is one of the Midlands' most vibrant cities for a hen weekend. The Lace Market, the former centre of the world's lace-making industry, is now a quarter of independent restaurants, boutique hotels and bars housed in magnificent Victorian warehouses. Hockley, adjacent to the Lace Market, is Nottingham's indie heartland, record shops, vintage clothing and great coffee. The city has a strong nightlife with Broad Street and the Old Market Square at its centre.
What to do in Nottingham for a hen weekend
Nottingham Castle & Robin Hood
Nottingham Castle has been beautifully restored, the Robin Hood Experience inside is genuinely engaging. The surrounding area has brilliant views and a great pub at the bottom of the rock.
Lace Market
Victorian warehouse buildings converted into restaurants, bars and boutiques. The Lace Market Hotel, Iberico World Tapas and Belfry's rooftop bar are just a few of the brilliant options.
Hockley & the Indie Scene
Nottingham's bohemian quarter | Rough Trade records, Hopback Tap, Broadway cinema and some of the best independent bars in the East Midlands. Perfect for a hen afternoon.
Broad Street Nightlife
Broad Street and the surrounding Old Market Square area is the heart of Nottingham's nightlife, cocktail bars, clubs and late-night venues catering for every taste.
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 Nottingham hen party
📍 Where hens typically stay
Popular bases in Nottingham include Hockley, Lace Market, City Centre and West Bridgford, all well suited for large group Airbnbs and short-let houses where we can set up the bar.
The Lace Market has the most beautiful and characterful group accommodation in Nottingham. Victorian warehouse conversions with exposed brick and high ceilings. West Bridgford, just south of the city, offers spacious family houses ideal for larger groups.
🍹 What pairs well with a cocktail class
A visit to Nottingham Castle, vintage shopping in Hockley, or a night out on Broad Street.
🚂 Getting there
Nottingham is just over an hour from both Birmingham and Sheffield, making it convenient for groups coming from the Midlands and the North.
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Cocktail class Nottingham, questions answered
Nottingham has a brilliant independent bar and restaurant scene in the Lace Market and Hockley, an iconic castle and Robin Hood heritage, and a city centre that's easy to navigate on foot. It's also good value compared to larger UK cities, making it ideal for groups on a budget.
Very well. Nottingham is within easy reach of Birmingham, Sheffield and Leicester, all around an hour by train or car. It's one of the most central cities in England for groups gathering from different parts of the country.
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 Nottingham 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 Nottingham and the surrounding area including Beeston, Long Eaton, Hucknall, Grantham. 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 Nottingham 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 Nottingham cocktail class? Read our complete guide to what to expect or browse our hen party planning guides.
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