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Butler in the Buff Colchester
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Colchester calls itself Britain’s oldest recorded town, and it has the Roman walls and the Norman castle to back that up. For a hen weekend that means a proper town centre to walk around, tea rooms and restaurants for the daytime, and plenty of pubs and bars once it gets dark.
Tips and Ideas
Most groups base themselves in or near the centre, where the castle, Castle Park and the old streets of the Dutch Quarter are all a short walk apart. If you have a car and a free lunchtime, Dedham is a short drive north in Constable country, and the Talbooth Restaurant there is the place for a smart meal by the river.
For the afternoon, a nude life drawing class works well at the house or apartment. One of our butlers poses while the group sketches him, which is funnier than it sounds and needs no talent whatsoever.
Then there are the buff butlers themselves. Book one or two for the evening and they’ll greet your guests at the door, pour the champagne, hand round the canapés, run the party games, pose for photos and make sure the bride-to-be gets most of the attention.
Nightlife
Colchester’s pubs and bars are packed into the centre, so a night out doesn’t involve much walking. You’ll find live bands and the odd comedy night in the pubs, and in summer it’s worth checking what’s on in Castle Park, which hosts festivals and outdoor events.
Before you head out, a mobile cocktail class gets everyone talking. A mixologist comes to you, shows the group how to make each drink properly and leaves you with a few recipes worth remembering.
Colchester hen party guide
Colchester calls itself Britain’s oldest recorded town, with Roman walls and a Norman castle, and the compact centre makes it easy for a group to walk from daytime tea rooms to evening bars.
Colchester hen party ideas
- Walk the Roman walls and Castle Park before the evening begins
- Wander the old streets of the Dutch Quarter for lunch and shopping
- Drive to Dedham in Constable country if you have a car and a free lunchtime
Add more than a butler in Colchester
Buff Butler service
Greets your guests, serves drinks and canapés, runs the games and poses for photos. From £150.
Life drawing class
A professional model, all the materials and a lot of laughs. From £15 per person, 1.5 or 2 hours.
Cocktail masterclass
A mixologist guides everyone through three cocktails from scratch. From £35 per person, minimum 10.
Book two activities together and save £25, or all three and save £40. See the multi-activity offer.
Colchester hen party questions
Is Colchester walkable for a hen weekend?
Yes. The castle, Castle Park and the Dutch Quarter are a short walk apart, so most groups base themselves in or near the centre and walk between everything.
Can we get a butler for a Colchester afternoon tea?
Yes. A butler can host an afternoon at your accommodation or hired room, serving drinks and running games. Ask for a quote with your date and numbers.
How much do buff butlers cost in Colchester?
A Buff Butler starts from £150, life drawing from £15 per person (up to 20 guests) and a cocktail class from £35 per person (minimum 10). Your instant quote shows the exact price for your Colchester date and group size.
Do you come to our house or hotel in Colchester?
We do. The butler, model or mixologist travels to your Colchester address with everything needed, so the group only has to provide a room. Hiring the room is not part of our price.
How do we secure our date?
Pay a deposit (from £30 per activity, non-refundable) and the date is yours. We carry full Commercial and Public Liability Insurance.
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