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“Best Hen Do Ever”quote from Twitter Rebecca Adlington holds her Hen Weekend at Shiningford

“We just wanted to say that we really enjoyed our stay at Standlow! I have organised Hen Do`s before and it was refreshing to be welcomed as a Hen Party. The Website was extremely informative and your service has been excellent including flexibility and fair payment times and instalments. Thank you very much for a wonderful time had by all.” Hen Weekend staying at Standlow

Ashbourne Self Catering specialize in providing luxury accommodation to Brides looking for some thing a little special for their weekend away with their hens
We have luxury accommodation to suit every occasion. our wonderful venue Shiningford with outdoor pool  , Ashbourne Hall  5* Party House with large hot tub sleeping 22 hens through to rural Standlow Farm with a run of Derbyshire Stone cottages and Communal Dining Barn sleeping up to 52.

Through our experience of hosting Hen Weekends at Ashbourne Self Catering. We have put together a few ideas for your weekend compiled from feedback from Hens that have previously stayed with us.

 

Ashbourne Sefcatering specialises in providing great venues for Hen Parties.

Ashbourne Hall - sleeps upto 22 in 10 bedrooms with 8 bathrooms/wetrooms..... just what you need for all those 'hens' . Ashbourne Hall also has a huge dining conservatory for your Hen Party dinner or Mad Hatters Tea Party, which opens onto a courtyard and the ultimate luxury ...... The Hot Tub.
Take a walk into Ashbourne for a little shopping or afternoon tea or spend the evening in one of the any restaurants or bars.
If your numbers are a little less, how about Shiningford Manor which can sleep upto 18 in 8 bedrooms with a lovely country feel next to Carsington Water. The garden offers the private hot tub so you can sip champagne in the moonlight .
During the warmer months enjoy the outdoor swimming pool or cycle the Carsington Trail. If your numbers are closer to 22 , then add The Tack Room for another 2 bedrooms ensuite.
Not sure of your numbers , then Standlow offers a little flexibility of The Dining Barn plus cottages allowing numbers from 15 - 30. The Dining Barn is super for hen parties , with a large open plan kitchen/dining/lounge for you to all gather and enjoy activities, dining and celebrate the forthcoming wedding. The Barn opens onto a terrace with a private hot tub and BBq, just perfect for your hen party. The adjacent cottages can be added for your final numbers of hens.
For hen parties 12 - 15 , why not think of High View Grange at Standlow , with 7 bedrooms or The Stables at Shiningford for 12 hens, in 5 bedrooms ensuite.
Ofcourse each venue has a hot tub , perfect for hen parties and a large dining room for that celebratory dinner.
Sip champagne whilst relaxing in bubbly water , what could be better to while away the evening with girl friends.
We have a wide range of activities, caterers, pamperers and much more that can come to which ever venue you choose.
Ashbourne Hall- sleeps 22
"5* luxury self-catering house within walking distance of the centre of Ashbourne, Derbyshire"

Ashbourne Hall has ten bedrooms and eight bathrooms/wet rooms to 5* standards with a contemporary feel. This large impressive property can accommodate up to 22 people.

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Shiningford - sleeps 12 - 34
"Perfect venue with swimming pool and hot tubs at the side of Carsington Water"

Shiningford is situated in its own grounds of 5 acres with swimming pool and 2 hot tubs. Shiningford can accommodate gatherings of up to 34 guests.

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Standlow - sleeps from 2 - 52
"An idyllic setting which makes us want to come back time and time again !"

Complex of 4* Luxury Self-Catering Cottages, spacious farmhouse and dining barn with hot tub situated in 7 acres and accommodating up to 52 guests, perfect venue for weddings & large gatherings.

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High View Grange - sleeps 14 - 17
"Large 7 bedroom house with spacious dining room and hot tub in the garden"

large farmhouse with 7 bedrooms perfect for large family or group gatherings

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Hen Party ideas for fun loving hens !

Great suggestions for things to do during your weekend
Hen Party Dance Classes
Disco , Salsa or Burlesque !
Life Drawing
Naked male models ..... whoops
The Crafty Hen
Not quite naked men but great fun to do
My Indian Kitchen
Learn Indian cooking in a fun enviroment
Thirty Fifty Wine & Chocolate tasting
Great mix of wine and chocolate
Murder Mystery Evening
They have been killing people for years !
Nick Rushton Magician
This magician will blow your mind
Carsington Sports & Leisure
Now theres something different!

Hen Food

Ashbourne Self Catering have a number of tried and tested caterers that are regularly used by Hens on their weekends away. They can provide a chef to cook on the premises, bring in a buffet, fully catered diner party all suited to your individual needs.
Peak District Fine Foods
is a family run business specialising as an outside caterer for holiday accomodation providing highest quality locally produced food and drink from within the Derbyshire Dales & The Peak District
Bean Caffe
Good homemade food delivered to your door
Sloans Catering
Chef to Hire for private dinner parties or have a cookery class & sit down to a 3 course meal
The Relief Chef
I provide a personal, exclusive service and all events are tailor made to suit you. Providing luxury and comfort in your own home which just isn't possible in a traditional restaurant setting. My key focus is to ensure the evening is as relaxing as possible and utterly stress free for you and your guests.
Soiree Food
We can be with you throughout the evening, offering service with a smile – and you needn’t clear away a single plate, as we will take care of this for you.
Jack Rabbits
Coming soon to Ashbourne
Butlers Pantry
Great themed buffet menus
Vintage Tea Parties
Something a little different! What about "cuptail parties" a classic tea party but with cocktails in teapots instead of tea!
Food Fairies
Delicious bespoke homemade food & cupcakes beautifully presented & delivered to your door call Anna 07968370777
Vintage Crafternoon Tea Parties & Classes
Crafternoon Teas!
Carlas Bakes
Design the cake of your choice !
Fish & Chip van
Cook fresh fish & chips at your door
Olive Pot Catering
Developed a name for fresh tasty food
Maazi
Invite us to bring India to our social gathering

Cinemas, Bowling, climbing wall

Fancy an indoor activity , experience the local cinemas with a difference, Hollywood style or be a little more adventurous .
The Ritz Cinema at Belper
Old time movies at there best, try a pot of tea and cake or a bottle of wine
The Northern Lights Cinema
Book online and enjoy the movies as they used to me
Ten Pin Bowling
in Derby
Climbing Wall
Wirksworth leisure Centre offers The Face
Megazone
Lazers in a labyrinth and maze, smoke swirls and eerie music pulsates
Derby Roller World
Roller skating to music
Nottingham Ice-Skating
Fancy a little ice-skating !
Peak Practice Driving Range
Undercover driving range suitable for all weathers.
Indoor climbing wall
Family fun or daring enough for everyone.

Why not learn a new skill

Whether its a team building event or just a group of friends wanting to try something different , why not experience and learn in Derbyshire
Moorlands Bushcraft
Learn new skills for surviving in the woodland
Thirtyfifty
Refreshingly fun tasting events
Webb Development
Choose your activity from the professionals
Abbotsholme Equestrian Centre
Offers 1 to 1 or group learning
Life Drawing
Learn how to life draw
Doveridge Clay Shooting
Fun & thrills learning to clay pigeon shoot
Abseiling Derbyshire
The greatest abseiling in the Peak District
Seasoned Cookery Courses
With over 25 years experience baking & cooking
Mobile climbing wall
Let the adventure come to you !
Group Roller Skating
Try something new and bring out the kid in you
Carsington Sports & Leisure
Now theres somthing different!

Need to relax a little away from the

My Personal Sanctuary
Relax and let the therapists come to you.
Nails & Tan
Relax and get your nails done
4 well being
Yoga classes that come to you!
Beauty By Kelly
Relax and enjoy your pampering session

Roosting Posts

Ashbourne and the surrounding area have some of the best places to eat! Heres just a flavour of whats on offer ( excuse the pun!) all our suggestions welcome large groups.
Whites of Ashbourne
At White’s we serve the food we love. Whether taking a relaxing Sunday lunch, a lunchtime snack, a sharing platter with an early evening cocktail or a full-on candlelit dinner, great ingredients, cooked with care, will be offered every time.
The Ketch
We use a local traditional butcher; all the beef and lamb is British, mainly reared in Derbyshire and Yorkshire, and is matured for a minimum of 21days for that extra quality steak, and fantastic succulent roast beef dinner. We focus on local, traditional and quality produce; wherever possible our food and drink is locally sourced.
Miners Arms Carsington
Walk to this great real ale pub from Shiningford
Lamplight Ashbourne
The Lamplight is a family run restaurant in the centre of the historic market town of Ashbourne. Built in 1493 the building was first used as a coach house, then a hostelry called the Tiger Inn. It retains all the original beams and character you’d expect from this age of building.
Basement Thai Restaurant
Always has good reviews
Le Mistral Wirkworth
A touch of France in rural derbyshire!
The Knockerdown
Close to Standlow & Ashbourne Hall - great food great atmosphere
The Red Lion Kniveton
A short walk from Standlow & definately worth a visit
Three Horseshoes
Gastro pub... you will need to book

Ghosts Walks, Caving & much much more

Fancy trying something different and enjoy the Peak District at the same time, although maybe seen from a different angle !!
Derby Ghost Walks
The popular and infamous Derby Ghostwalks run throughout the year and you can book groups of 15 +
Wickers World Balloon Flights
Hot air ballon flights over The Peak District provide the opportunity to see the splendour of the National Park in a novel and exciting way
Dolomite Training - Caving
Explore the fantastic formations of stalactites & stalagmites
Mountain Bike Courses
Enjoy the beautiful journey through the countryside
Rock Climbing in Derbyshire
Join us on a climbing course in the Derbyshire Peak District to experience some of the best climbing in the country.
Rock & Ice
Rock climbing , abseiling ...dare you
Carsington Water
Raft building to wash away the worries
Tissington Trekking centre
In the midst of the beautiful Tissington Estate
Roller Skating to music !
Roller World in Derby ..... dare you

Takeways in Ashbourne

If you are staying at Ashbourne Hall, Standlow or Shiningford and don't fancy cooking , try our local takeaways
Dragons Nest Chinese Takeaway
Chinese Takeaway Ashbourne
The Market Place Fish & Chip Bar
Fish & Chips Ashbourne
Bennys Pizza & Kebab House
Pizza & Kebabs
Red Chilli
Indian
The Basement Restaurant
Thai Cuisine
Golden Hill Chinese
Chinese Takeaway
Panda Express
Indian Takeaway

Local taxi companies

Many of these companies can offer mini buses or small coaches to help with larger numbers. They should all be booked in advance.
Remember with our venues Shiningford & Hollywood House, full size coaches cannot get access
Ashbourne Taxis
Local Taxi company
ACT Taxis
Mini bus also for hire
Warrington Coaches
From 16 - 53 seaters
Glovers Coaches
Large coaches
Western Taxis
If travelling to or from Derby

Theme Parks & Zoo's

Ashbourne Selfcatering offers affordable luxury self-catering accommodation only 20 mins drive from Alton Towers 's
Alton Towers
Experience the thrills at Alton Towers
Chestnut Centre Otter, Owl & Wildlife Parks
Take a look at the owls, otters and owls at Chapel-en-le-frith
Peak Wildlife Park
ke a walk on the wild side !
Gullivers Travels
Theme Park for the little ones
Monkey Forest
Walk amongst 140 roaming monkeys
Chatsworth Farm
Visit Chatsworth Estate and the farmyard

Thrills & Spills !

Feeling adventurous , why not try ...........
Go Ape
Zip Wires .... dare you !
Wild Park Leisure
Quad Bikes, Laser nd Paintballing
Abseiling Derbyshire
Abseiling off a viaduct
Its a Knockout !
Book a session
Ashbourne Airfield
Try handgliding and improve your skills
Heights of Abraham
Take a cable car over the heights of Matlock Bath
Alton Towers
The ultimate spills & thrills
Bubble Football
Only suitable with exclusive use of our venue

Wanting to travel in style !

Whether you require a vintage car, limosine or 1950's double decker bus, follow the links to find the right mode of transport.
First Choice Wedding Cars
What to arrive in style , see the range available
Yorkshire Heritage Bus
Travel by bus .... vintage ofcourse
Midlands Limos
For that special occasion , arrive with some Glitz !
Churnet Valley Railway
The steam train can't take you to a chosen destination, but what a gerat way to travel
Ecclesbourne Valley Railway
Derbyshires longest heritage railway
Vintage VW Splitty
Travel in style on your big day day in our 1966 VW Splitty camper van "snowgirl"

Watering Holes

Ashbourne is a touristy market town with more pubs than people!
Coach & Horses Ashbourne
Newly refurbished - looks very stylish!
The Horns
Quaint pub right on the market place
The Bridge
Located on (guess what) The Bridge!
Red Lion Kniveton
Short walk from Standlow longer stagger back!
The Ketch Kniveton
Short drive from Standlow - great food as well
The Miners Arms Carsington
Short walk from Shiningford - great real ale pub ( or Prosecco!)
Red Lion Hognaston
Short drive from Standlow & Shiningford - seventeenth century
The Knockerdown
Great views over Carsington Water

Enjoy the peak district your way

Choose from a range of leisure and creative activities throughout the year.

See our guide of things to do
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