Doves Barn

Special Offers
Weekend March 28th £2,295
Weekend April 25th £3,295
Midweek Easter 7/4 £2,250

Hen Parties

Luxury Hen Party Barn for girls who know exactly what they want
and need a little help to make it happen

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Hen Parties and Weekends

  • Spacious venue for Hen Weekends
  • Eight bedrooms, of which 3 have en-suite bathrooms
  • One four poster king size bed, four standard king size beds, one double bunk bed, one double bed and six single beds
  • Sleeps up to 22
  • 5 WCs

A Perfect Location

Doves Barn is the perfect Hen Party venue in Suffolk.  It is a tastefully converted barn near Needham Market in Suffolk and sleeps up to 22 guests.

Doves Barn is a perfect, self catering location with underfloor heating and all the modern amenities, spacious grounds, hot tub and games room, lots of fun for your hen party in Suffolk.

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hot tub

Private Hot Tub

  • Relax in our own hot tub
  • Situated in its own log cabin
  • Room from 8 people
  • Space for friends to sit round and relax

A hot tub is a perfect way to unwind and relax with friends. The warm, bubbling water soothes sore muscles, relieves stress, and creates a cosy atmosphere, especially on chilly evenings.

Our hot tub is equipped with jets that provide a gentle massage, enhancing relaxation even further.

A perfect complement to your hen weekend.

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Hot Tub

Entertainment

  • We have our own karaoke equipment at Doves Barn
  • Selection of CDs or bring your own

There is a full size pool table in the games room, table tennis on the patio, giant jenga and Connect 4.

Outside space is available in the large gardens, with seating inside or out to enjoy board games, chat or simply relax.

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connect 4
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hen party night life

Local Nightlife

  • Visit a local club or bar
  • Stowmarket and Ipswich within easy reach
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Doves Barn – Perfect for Hens!

  • Prepare for the big day together
  • Spend time in tranquil surroundings
  • Visit local night spots
  • Enjoy the surrounding countryside

Pamper Yourself

  • Time to relax and pamper yourself
  • Organise a pamper evening for your hens
  • Prepare yourself towards the big day

A pamper party is a fun and relaxing way to indulge in self-care while spending quality time with friends before your big day. It typically includes facials, manicures, pedicures, and massages, along with soothing music, and refreshing drinks. 

Perhaps after a dip in the hot tub, it can create a luxurious atmosphere where your hens can unwind and feel rejuvenated.  it’s the perfect way to enjoy a little well-deserved indulgence.

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Celebrate with your Hen Feinds

  • Seat up to 22 around the dining table
  • Spacious courtyard and table and chairs for al-fresco dining
  • Barbecue
  • Excellent dining nearby
  • Online deliveries
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Life Drawing

  • Sketching
  • Watercolours
  • Artistry
Life drawing classes : www.nudelife.co.uk
07496 711271  chrystal@nudelife.co.uk

hen party butler

Call in the Butler

  • You rang m’lady?
  • Tea is served m’lady

Various agencies offer local Buff Butler services for hen parties and weekends

pool table

Full Size Pool Table

  • Games Room attached to living space
  • Pool Table & Karaoke
  • Cues and balls provided

There is a full size pool table in a room adjoining the large sitting room.  All equipment if provided and there is a seating area around the table where players or supporters can sit and relax.

Fun in the Garden

  • Large garden
  • Plenty of room for games or spectating.

The spacious grounds of Doves Barn are perfect for a weekend of carefree fun and laughter. Wide open lawns stretched out, dotted with seating areas where groups of guests can gather and chat, sip drinks, and enjoy the fresh air.

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giant chess
giant draughts

Giant Chess or Draughts

Enjoy the fresh open air, use your thinking skills and take some exercise at the same time.

We have giant chess and draughts available to play on the extensive lawns at Doves Barn.

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Table Tennis

  • Full size professional table tennis table
  • All round access
  • Situated on one of the three patio areas.

There is a full sized professional table tennis on one of the patio areas with plenty of space to play and with nearby seating for friends.

Dine in Style

  • Large dining area
  • Seats up to 22
  • Relaxed atmosphere
  • Charming surroundings

There is a fully equipped kitchen with range cooker, microwave over, fridge and freezer.

Local shops can supply all your cullinery needs plus there is the option to take deliveries from local supermarkets.

Dining Area

Barbecue

  • Enjoy a barbecue with your friends
  • Barbecue and charcoal provided
  • Three patio areas available

Our brick built barbecue offers a smoky, mouthwatering celebration of good food and even better company. The sizzling sound of meat hitting the grill fills the air as burgers, sausages, and chicken cooks to perfection, the aroma drifting across the spacious patio and covered seating area.

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barbecue

Cycling

Cycling

  • Open roads and cycle routes.
  • We are on National Cycle Route 51

Doves Barn is close to many wonderful traffic free routes and trails in Sufffolk.

Just south of Ipswich is the Alton Water Circuit – an eight and a half mile circuit around the reservoir with a café en route.

Another favourite is Icknield Way – an ancient track way traverrsing southern England.

The King’s Forest Rides are two circular,  mostly off road, rides that take you through ancient forest, heath and farmland.

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Large Gardens

large garden

Sun Yourself

  • Enjoy the sun in our extensive gardens.

Enjoy the two acres of green lawn areas, three patios, wild patches and seating areas to relax with your hens and absorb the beautiful surroundings.

In winter months, there are large sitting rooms with underfloor heating and comfortable furniture. 

Picturesque Walks Nearby

  • Walking
  • Hiking
  • River Path
  • Ramblers Walks to Badley Church

The Suffolk countryside is a tranquil haven, where rolling fields stretch out in every direction, dotted with charming farmhouses and ancient oak trees. The landscape is a patchwork of lush meadows, quiet country lanes, and vibrant wildflower fields, all set against a backcloth of soft, blue skies. Narrow winding roads lead to sleepy villages with thatched cottages and ivy-clad pubs, where time seems to slow down. The air is fresh and clean, carrying the scent of earth and greenery, the unhurried rhythm of rural life. It’s the kind of place that feels timeless, inviting you to pause and savour its quiet charm.

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walking

Hiking

There are a number of recognised hiking routes in the area, ideal for an outing with your hen friends.

Beginning at Needham Market, there is a 5.5 mile circular route which takes you through shaded, ancient woodlands, via well trodden footpaths, along field edges and some made up paved sections to the hamlet of Barking and back again. The estimated time to complete the route is around three hours.

Local Sports

 

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Doves Barn is close to all the amenities and entertainments of Stowmarket, Ipswich and the surrounding areas.