Hen party

Keep it simple, keep the cost down and maybe have a couple of bits, like an afternoon bit and an evening so people can choose what to come to. It means you can invite older relatives in the day who might not like the evening bit.

I agree!

I went to an afternoon tea hen do and lots of older relatives were there and then we all met up again later for cocktail making etc. Some people did both some just one or the other. Was really good!

I loved mine and planned it all myself!

in the afternoon I hosted a garden tea party for everyone....caters came and did afternoon tea with all the trimmings and china at a good rate and I provided lots of Prosecco. Mums were there and friends with babies brought them. Was very chilled out.

Then in the evening went to my favourite restaurant for cocktails and a great meal. Some friends did both, some did what suited them and I have a great time.

Do what you want and everyone else will buy into it enthusiastically I promise!