hillside hen camp
hillside hen camp
Gather your hens and pack up your wellies because a weekend of glamping at our Beautiful Bells’ exclusive hen only camp awaits!
At Hillside, you can enjoy your whole hen party experience. You can drink wine, chat, laugh, play games without the privacy issues that you would have on a public campsite.
Please remember that it is a campsite though – of you’re looking for a raucous weekend – it’s not for you.
Hillside is a dedicated hen party venue on the outskirts of the New Forest and it’s exclusive to Beautiful Bells.
It is perfectly positioned for hens who want a glamping experience, to get outside and have fun, but also have the option of heading into a city for a night out.
Camp first opened Spring 2018, when Hillside became an exclusive venue for Beautiful Bells’ hen parties – accommodating between 15 and 20 hens.
what is the hillside hen camp?
There are two separate hen party areas on the site: Tropic (previously Coachella) and Tribe.
Each area is in its own private paddock. You’ll have plenty of space for your party and you can be certain that nobody else will be pitching their tent next door to spoil your fun!
Of course, like our mobile glamping service, you’ll arrive to find your bell tent hen site all set-up and ready for the party. So you’ll still have plenty of space (and time) to fill your cars with excess bags of crisps, too much dip, decorations, Prosecco and ice.
Because Hillside is an exclusive hen party venue, we thought you’d appreciate some little extras you won’t find included in our mobile bell tent hire service. Because when you choose Hillside as your hen party venue, we want it to be more memorable, more enjoyable and … more exclusive experience than you ever thought possible!
Camp opens for 2020 on the 10th April!
eat. sleep. retreat.
group sizes
The maximum group size for hen camp is 20 people. For larger groups please ask us about our mobile hen party hire.
when can we arrive?
Check in is from 2pm on your day of arrival and check out is at 1pm on the day of your departure.
what activites can we do while we're there?
We’ve handpicked some activities that are close to camp and firm favourites with previous hen groups – and also some local suppliers who can run workshops on site for you.
Shake it down with some Bollywood dancing, chill out on the water with SUP, wear yourselves out with an aqua assault course, or head back to camp to have a BBQ or Pizza prepared for your group.
Our top ideas to make your bell tent experience a ‘one off’ are listed at the bottom of the page and we’ve added some great new suppliers for 2020!
how do we book? When do we pay?
Booking is easy! Drop us an email and we will send you the booking forms.
Money is often the hardest part of arranging any hen party. Because we want this to be as stress free as possible we only take a 25% deposit at booking of the tent hire costs.
So for Tribe the deposit is £271 and Tropic, £403.50.
The balance isn’t due until 28 days before the date, and we will invoice you when it becomes due.
At the same time you will receive an invoice for your campsite fees.
There is also a returnable damage deposit per camp area.
Damage deposits are in case the camp or it’s contents are damaged during your stay.
They don’t need to be received until the Wednesday prior to your arrival and we have these returned within 48 hours of you leaving camp.
It’s really rare we have to deduct from your damage deposit. Do read our terms and conditions, and the ‘Hen house rules’ on arrival. They’re designed to ensure everything goes to plan!
Tribe camp
The tribe may be smaller – but the love is enormous!
Tribe is for groups of up to 15 hens.
Tribe is going on Safari for the 2020 season with the chill out bells and sleeping bells given a big overhaul!
Think animal prints, leafy plants and lux! (We’ve already started shopping and trust us it’s going to look gorgeous!)
The cost of Tribe is £1084 for a 2 night hire plus £400 returnable damage deposit.
There is a campsite charge of £21 per person per night.
Camp Tribe comes complete with 3 of our cream 5m bell tents for sleeping AND a cream 6m chill out bell – giving you somewhere to eat and play games.
It also means early risers don’t need to disturb the whole group, or early retirees can head off to bed when they’re ready.
In addition to this, we’ve thrown in lots of extras to make sure your exclusive glamping hen party is unforgettable!
Picnic benches
Outdoor lighting
Barbecue with cover (big enough to cook 40 burgers at one time)
BBQ tools with meat thermometer
Camp fire and seating
Power to your chill out tent (3 plug points) so you can charge those phones and plug in your hair straighteners
Fridge
Hampers containing all your plates, mugs and cutlery
Camping stoves with saucepans and frying pan
Full coir carpet
Camp beds (high enough to store bags underneath)
- Fitted bottom sheet, pillow and pillow case
Memory foam toppers
Rugs
Cushions
Table
Hot water bottles
Bespoke bunting, inside and out
Internal fairy lights
LED lanterns
Exterior solar fairy lights
Bedding can be hired separately at a cost of £15 per set minimum 13.5 tog single duvet with cover
Full coir carpet
Floor cushions, bean bags and pouffes
Sofa
Rugs
Chunky coffee tables
Tea light chandelier with LED candles
Basket of blankets
Bespoke bunting, inside and out
Mains powered lamps
Internal fairy lights
Exterior solar fairy lights
Cocktail dispenser and stand
Funky paper straws
tropic camp
(previously Coachella)
Tropic is the larger of the 2 hen glamping areas and is for groups of up to 20 hens.
It’s exactly the same as it was under the name Coachella – we’ve rebranded it to go with it’s new Tropical theme for 2020!
The cost of Tropic is £1614 for a 2 night hire plus £600 returnable damage deposit.
There is a campsite charge of £21 per person per night.
Tropic is the new name for 2020 for Coachella camp. It’s exactly the same, plenty of colour and a bit boho (just expect a few more Flamingos!)
Camp Tropic boasts 4 of our 5m coloured bells for sleeping in, which add to the whole Boho look AND your chill out bell is upgraded to a 7m – giving you plenty of space to lounge or play games.
The chill out lounge comes with an Indian twist, with lots of the pouffes and cushions bought in Jaipur.
As with Camp Tribe we’ve added lots of other useful bits to your designated area!
Picnic benches
Outdoor lighting
Barbecue with cover (big enough to cook 40 burgers at one time) and BBQ tools
Camp fire and seating
Power to your chill out tent (6 plug points) so you can charge those phones and plug in your hair straighteners
Fridge
Hampers containing all your plates, mugs and cutlery
Camping stoves, saucepans and frying pan
Full coir carpet
Camp beds (high enough to store bags underneath)
- Memory foam toppers
- Fitted bottom sheet, pillow and pillow case
Rugs
Cushions
Table
Hot water bottles
Bespoke bunting, inside and out
internal fairy lights
LED lanterns
Exterior solar fairy lights
Bedding can be hired separately at a cost of £15 per set minimum 13.5 tog single duvet with cover
Full coir carpet
Sofa
Floor cushions, bean bags and pouffes
Rugs
Chunky coffee tables
Tea light chandelier with LED candles
Basket of blankets
Bespoke bunting, inside and out
Mains powered lamps
Internal fairy lights
Exterior solar fairy lights
cocktail dispenser and stand
funk paper straws
current availability 2020
Please remember that if hen camp is booked, we still operate a mobile hire service.
tropic availability
Booked weekends are shown in red
trIbe availability
Booked weekends are shown in red
activity ideas
When you’ve worn yourselves out with a day of activities book The Thirsty Bird to deliver you Feasting platters of meat and cheese, or brunch, or also a cocktail masterclass.
If you fancy a night out, instead of a night in – you can also visit their premises in Wimborne (about a 10 minute drive).
Minimum group numbers, price per head will apply.
We testify to what a great BBQ they offer as they provided our staff catering for our end of season party in 2018!
Book yourselves High Tea, Exceptional BBQ’s, a Cocktail and Canapé Soiree or brunch with Mimosas – cooked for you at camp!
Minimum 12 hens per booking.
Contact Taj directly for more info and bookings.
07980305436
If Pizza’s your thing then we have 3 companies we recommend – all a tried and tested fave of our hen groups!
Fancy learning Bollywood Dancing, Burlesque or even Cheerleading?
Laura from First Love Dance offers two packages to suit hens and as a mobile service it means she can visit you on at the camp.
£15 per head
90 minute dance tutorial with all costumes and props provided
£25 per head
1.5 hours tutorial with all costumes and props provided
PLUS prosecco
07817 866 980
For the more energetic hens book yourself in for an hours session on the Webit aqua assault course (we tried it, it’s amazing)
Fancy something a bit more sedate? SUP (stand up paddle boarding) is available too at the New Forest Water Park.
Located approx. 10 minute for Hillside it’s easy to get there and has been a HUGE hit with other hen groups.
Another favourite with previous hen groups. Go Ape at Moors Valley is located just 7 miles away from Hillside.
If your hens have a love of crafts then speak to Sophia from Jessalli Handmade to book your crafty session.
Nipple Tassels, embroidered knickers, embroidered T-shirts and paper flower headdresses.
Packages start from £12 pp with a minimum group size of 5.
Bling your skin with a temporary tattoo station box from Doris Loves!
Discover the beauty of Mehndi with a henna party with Manraj – the perfect way to add some boho to your weekend!
Check out her instagram for some serious WOW!
Email: ManrajTawana@hotmail.com
If relaxing on your hen weekend is more up your street then book yourself (or the whole group) in for a massage.
With a range of treatments available including Aromatherapy massage, Indian head massage, Ayurvedic non-surgical facelift massage and much more.
We think this would be a great option for any mums to be that are camping, aunties, hens mum or grandmothers that might not be so keen on jumping around at the Water Park!
Contact Jacqui for pricing and packages.
Jacqui – 07467243218
Bournemouth is only a 30 minute drive away from camp – head out for a night in the pubs and clubs, a stroll along the seafront, a bit of shopping – whatever!
No designated driver required – book yourselves a minibus back. Hens have previously have used Paragon – a local firm.
Wilderness Survival Skills have courses for 2 -3 hours which are ideal for outdoor loving hens.
1 – Give your body and mind a workout with New Forest Yoga.
2 – Loving Life Lillie
Hen packages start at £10 pp for an hours session and include gift bags. All yoga mats are provided and you will be required to complete a group health questionnaire.
Please book by visiting www.lovinglifelillie.com or for further information call 07445686800.
