Essex Group Activities & Weekends

Taking around half an hour to get to from the City of London by train, the town of Brentwood in Essex should definitely be considered!

Famous for its association with the hit TV show The Only Way is Essex, this underrated county has sky-rocketed in notoriety across the country. The area boasts a number of towns and cities that will definitely have something for everybody to get stuck into. From the busy and bustling Colchester in the east to the town of Brentwood on the edge of London to the west; Who knows… you might even see a TV star or two on your visit!

Whether it’s the glitz and glamour of a big weekend in Chelmsford or Colchester you’re looking for, Essex isn’t short of exciting towns and cities that so many different groups are going to in recent years! And we’re not surprised… the county is well-known for its vibrant nightlife and party atmosphere that draws in visitors from all over the country for different occasions.

So, if you’re after a big group trip to the party capital of the South-East packed full of exciting activities, then Essex is the only way!

Essex hen do ideas are also our expertise – why not check out our selection?

1. Hire a Cocktail Bartender

A professional bartender who will breeze into any at-home occasion and shake all your drinks for the guests of the evening.

3. Dance Party Ideas

Get your groove on with a selection of dance party ideas, taught by a professional instructor.

5. It’s a Knockout

Based on the massively popular 70s/80s TV series with original costumes from the show!

7. Escape Rooms

Put your problem-solving skills to the test as you and you group race against the clock to complete puzzles and find clues in order to escape the room!

9. Pub Treasure Hunt

See the best pubs around each Essex town with this smartphone treasure hunt that is downloaded to your phone!

Ladies Night Out

With so many glamourous hotspots to choose from for a fabulous girls night out, why should you need a reason to celebrate with your pals?

If you’re looking to see what Brentwood has to offer, then look no further than the critically-acclaimed Sugar Hut right in the middle of the town on Brentwood High Street that’s boomed in popularity across the globe because of TOWIE. Why not treat you and the girls to a VIP booth and a bottle to make it just that extra bit special as well?

Before you kick off the big night no matter where you’re going, there’s nothing better than celebrating in style with a cocktail masterclass and meal to start the evening off with a bang. Learn how to make some iconic cocktails with guidance from a professional mixologist and enjoy a delicious 2-course meal afterwards to make sure you’re all recharged and ready to hit the town!

See our hen parties in Essex for a more specified selection of ideas!

Reasons to Visit

The Nightlife – From the infamous Sugar Hut in Brentwood to ATIK in Colchester, there’s an abundance of brilliant nightclubs and late-night venues across the county that you’ll love.

The Location – Just on the edge of London and well connected to the M25 and M11, it’s easy to get to and around Essex by road. The county also boasts some of the best beaches in the country too!

Over 80 Activities to Choose From – With so many activities in Essex on offer, from dance parties to bubble football, you’ll be spoilt for choice when planning your big visit!

VIP Edge - Taking inspiration from TOWIE, Essex has an air of expense about it wherever you go.

Getting Around Essex

Although being a large county, Essex is well-connected when it comes to travelling between towns and cities, with some western parts of the county are covered by London’s efficient TFL network and regular trains running between towns and cities in the rest of the county. Regular bus services also run in major towns and cities like Brentwood, Colchester and Chelmsford, as well as taxi services.

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