Wondering which hen do idea is going to be exciting and memorable? Hello, escape rooms—the very definition of an adventure that's packed with teamwork, puzzles, and a race against the clock. Are you and your girls ready for an adventure that’ll bring out the detective in each one of you. From cracked codes to uncovered clues, it's not just the challenge itself but also the fun that comes from an escape room that really makes it something else to consider for adding that something different to your hen weekend. Round up your bridesmaids and prepare for an experience that is as thrilling as it is challenging—a bonding experience that will make you closer to each other before the special day!
Choose an escape room for your hen do, and you will be in for an adventure, unpredictable in some parts and just as exciting in others, you’ll be in for heaps of fun. Here's what you can expect in the course of the escape room challenge:
Before starting, you are going to be briefed by the dungeon master, who will quickly run down what the escape room is all about, how to stay safe, and the general setting in which you'll find yourself in just a moment. Listen well since these are where the hints are for what to watch out for during your adventure.
Each escape room will have a different theme; it can vary from a heist to a mystery set back in time or even a secret agent mission. The setting will be immersive because of the intrinsic decorations and detailed props with which you are thrown headfirst into the story.
At the heart of the escape room lies mostly problem-solving. You and your team will come across a wide range of puzzles; this will include logical puzzles, riddles, physical tasks, and even combination challenges. All of these are based on communication and teamwork as you’ll have to work together to decode the clues and unlock the secrets.
If there is one thing that’ll be in the forefront of everyone’s mind, it’s the time limit, When the door closes, and the clock starts to tick that’s where the excitement starts. Most escape rooms have a time limit of 60 minutes to solve all the puzzles and get out, but this can vary. The element of time adds some healthy stress, all of which keeps the team working together and the spirits high.
It's so satisfying to finally get out by solving the last puzzle. Get ready for an adrenaline rush coupled with that satisfying feeling when you and your friends finally crack that code and crack open that door to freedom. Or not.
Don't forget to take some win-or lose celebration photos with your friends after getting out. In most escape rooms, there are a few backdrops and some photo props to take that perfect post-escape group photo for your socials.
Whether you get out or not, though, you will leave with lots of laughter, stories to tell afterward, and maybe a little more respect for your friends' problem-solving abilities. You'll obtain a good dose of adrenaline rush for the hen do—that's for sure—and make countless memories with some best of pals.
A themed escape room is perfect for your hen party. Here are some popular escape room themes that are sure to make your hen weekend go down in an exciting and memorable adventure:
** themes will depend on your location and what is available.
Go wild with the Prison Break theme. In this one, you and your team have been falsely accused, and are tasked with escaping before the guard shows up. Of course, if you're one of those adrenaline junkies, this would be great escape room theme as the thought and impending doom of the guard's arrival will spur the group on.
Go on a treasure hunt through ancient ruins or in an island cave. This theme works well for those people who love adventure and, more often than not, is more about the logical and intricate puzzles that need to be completed rather than the adrenaline factor.
A team of spies sneak their way into a safe facility to either steal classified documents or stop a global threat from occurring. This exercise is just right for those who love gadgetry, making plans, thinking strategically, and using a bit of imagination.
Experience different eras and alternative timelines as you work through the puzzles to hop to the other side. The theme can involve going to the medieval age, far future, or witnessing something really important in history, making it worthwhile and educational in a way.
For those who like being a little scared, this theme lends a thrill to the game. These themes can contain games with haunts such as haunted toy shops, creepy lodges, or other thrilling events sure to keep you on your toes.
Ideal for those that enjoy being taken through a fantasy world involving magical creatures and enchanted lands. For the fairy tale and creative situation lovers that would call for resourceful thinking and teamwork will revel in this theme.
Every one of these themes presents a series of challenges and stories to pull you into what feels like a real and memorable experience for your hen party. Whether you're into brainteasers, physical challenges, or even storytelling, there's an escape room theme that will perfectly suit your hen party vibe.
The escape room hen party is one of the best possibilities in making a surprise for the bride-to-be. It’s a great booster for team spirit since it calls for team working and solving a common problem. Everyone in your party will need to work together, drawing on people with different strengths, and skillsets to successfully solve the puzzles and crack the codes. This naturally creates a closer bond between players, and is, hence a great exercise for bridesmaids who want to come together as a unit before the brides’ big day.
Escape rooms are challenging. They give you an exciting hassle-free day no matter if the hen party day is affected by rain or by shine. But wait, there's more; once the breakout is over, the hilarity continues with wild photo opportunities through props from the games—Really making this a memorable keepsake from an unforgettable day.
When you choose an escape room as part of a Hen Party, you get a strong, intimate space that is unquestionably totally discreet, so you can feel free to have all the fun, all the game excitement without a soul to disturb you. It's the best combination of fun and challenges, bringing everyone together.
You would think that with an adrenaline rush like this, it really would be hard to top. However, the fun doesn't have to just stop once you've solved that very last puzzle. There are plenty of ways to follow it up with our mile long list of other activities to choose from.
After the mental gymnastics of an escape room why not try a massage, a game of bubble football or a lovely afternoon tea. See our different types of activities we have here: https://www.henweekends.co.uk/activity-types.
Date Posted: Tuesday 30th July 2024
Author: Lauren Dalrymple
