Editor's Note (December 2025): While these legendary stag dos took place a few years ago, we have updated this post to ensure all venues, activities, and prices are accurate for the 2026 season.

My Bournemouth Stag Weekend: Real Reviews & Itineraries

Bournemouth is one of the most popular stag destinations in the UK. It offers a unique mix: a vibrant city centre with legendary nightlife, right on the doorstep of rugged outdoor adventure.

But what is it really like? We’ve compiled diaries from two different stag groups—one who went for a **"Weekend in the Wild"** and one who hit the **"City Centre"** hard. Here is exactly what they got up to.

Review 1: The "Weekend in the Wild" Stag

The Vibe: Safari Tents, Crossbows & BBQ.

Friday: Arrival at the Safari Village

I wanted something different for my stag do. No jostling in queues, just me and the lads in the wild. My best man delivered.

We pulled up in the middle of nowhere to find a village of Safari Tents. These weren't just tents; they had proper cooking facilities, hot showers, and—crucially—a hot tub. It meant we could be as loud as we wanted without bothering anyone.

Once settled, we walked over to our first activities: Crossbows and Axe Throwing. Throwing a Tomahawk axe and hearing it thud into the timber target taps into something primal. We spent the rest of the night around the fire pit, BBQing and drinking until sunrise.

Saturday: Rage Buggies & Real Guns

Saturday morning (well, midday) kicked off with Rage Buggies. These off-road karts are fast, bouncy, and incredibly fun to drift around a mud track.

Then came the highlight: Assault Rifles. We got to fire real H&K 416 rifles at exploding targets. The adrenaline was unreal.

For the evening, we took taxis into Bournemouth for a burger and a pub crawl along the main strip, before heading back to our tents to continue the party under the stars. It was the perfect balance of chaos and chill.

Review 2: The "City Slicker" Stag

The Vibe: Central Hotel, VIP Clubs & Human Table Football.

Friday: Beer Tasting & Cameo

We wanted to be in the heart of the action, so we booked the Trouville Hotel. It was just five minutes from the town centre, clean, and stag-friendly.

We started at the Brewhouse and Kitchen for a Beer Tasting session (highly recommended to line the stomach!) before heading to Cameo Nightclub. We had a VIP booth booked, which meant skipping the massive queue. The club was opulent, busy, and full of hen parties—a great start.

Saturday: The "School Trip" Minibus

After a hearty hotel breakfast, a minibus picked us up for a day of activities about 40 minutes away.

• Rage Buggies: Just as good as the other group said—fast and furious.
• Human Table Football: This was hilarious. You're strapped to a bar and can only move sideways. My team won, obviously.
• Blindfold Driving: Trying to navigate a 4x4 while blindfolded with your mates screaming directions is pure comedy.

Saturday Night: The Church of Dance

Back in town, we found a cool bar called The Four Horsemen for burgers and craft beer. The staff recommended 60 Million Postcards and 1812, which were both heaving.

We ended the night at Halo, a nightclub set inside an old church. It was stylish, atmospheric, and the perfect place to end the weekend.

The Verdict

Whether you want to camp in the wild or hit the city clubs, Bournemouth delivers. Both weekends were legendary in their own way.

The Stag and Hen Experience has been creating bespoke weekends since 2009. If you want to replicate these itineraries, get in touch on 01202 566100 or browse our Bournemouth Stag Packages to start planning.