Bath Stag Do

For a small city, Bath packs a big punch when it comes to things to do on a stag weekend. Naturally, given you’re surrounded by the beautiful West Country, you’ll found all your classic stag activities in and around Bath: Paintballing, Quad Biking, Clay Pigeon Shooting - just let us know what you want to do and we’ll advise on the best venues. 

Time for a very brief history lesson. Bath gets its name from the Roman Baths that were built here from 60AD, because of the health-giving mineral waters in the vicinity. The original baths can be visited, along with many other Roman archaeological sites, but for a more modern take, you and the boys can spend a few hours at the famous Thermae Bath Spa. This is Britain’s only natural, mineral, thermal spa, and it's absolutely stunning. You’ll need to book in advance because it is seriously popular. The key attraction is the heated rooftop pool which gives breathtaking views across the city, but you can also get massages and treatments here. After all, why should only the hen groups get to be pampered?

So we've established that if you want to relax, Bath has got you covered. But if you're looking for some thrills instead, the city still has plenty on offer. For one thing, there’s the brilliant Escape Room at the House of Frankenstein in the city centre. Mary Shelly finished writing Frankenstein, an early example of science fiction, while living in Bath, and groups of up to six people can put their wits to the test trying to escape from the mad scientist Victor Frankenstein’s attic lair. Stag groups can also arrange for a bottle of booze to be waiting for them on arrival, and can book private use of Bloody Mary’s Bar for a few drinks afterwards, to celebrate their successful escape.

Bath is a truly lovely city to walk around, which is why we recommend you get your stroll on as much as possible. Seriously, skip the taxis and buses and keep your eyes open for beautiful sights like The Royal Crescent, and the spectacular Great Pulteney Street. Another side to the city can be admired from the River Avon, and you can hire canoes, or do a little Punting, along this scenic waterway. 

Lastly, one of the best stag do experiences in Bath and one that gets a lot of interest from our groups is the West Country Games Day. It’s a brilliant icebreaker for groups that don’t know each other too well yet, and is bound to generate loads of laughs in the pub afterwards. Fancy dress is encouraged for activities like welly-wanging, the cider run, and drunken skittles. Get stuck into some good wholesome fun.

Of course, if the groom is a history buff, then you might want to visit the Roman Baths, especially if you've never been to this city before. Most relax and enjoy a cuppa, but you might want to ask for a glass of spa water, it's free to do so and is pumped up from the ground. It's completely fine to drink, while it's full of minerals, but doesn't exactly taste great, maybe this could be a next day forfeit! 

The Best Stag Do Activities in Bath

1. Stag Prank Life Drawing - If you want to properly prank the groom, this is one of the best activities to help you do it. You’ll all rock up to a central venue in Bath with him thinking you’re about to sketch a professional nude female model. He’ll be excited for the sexy view then bang, the big reveal. The groom’s the model! Don’t panic, we’re not talking about a full birthday suit. No one needs that burned into their retinas. He’ll have to strike a few heroic poses though while the rest of you attempt to capture his best side on paper. Just imagine his face as he realises he has to take his kit off! What’s included is your private venue, all the art materials and an instructor to keep things moving while you absolutely rinse the groom. Stitch up life drawing is cheeky and great material for wedding speeches!

2. Guided Bar Crawl - If you’re not local to Bath, finding the best spots can be a bit of a gamble. Swerve the guesswork and get yourselves on a guided bar crawl. You’ll have a friendly guide leading the charge, taking you to a handpicked range of buzzing bars, traditional pubs and ending in a nightclub, as great nights out often do. Your entry will be pre-booked so you won’t have to wait for ages in the queue or go someone only to find that it’s full. With you guide leafing the way, all you’ll need to focus on if having the best last night of freedom in Bath!

3. Go Karting - If there’s one way to settle who’s really the best driver in your group, it’s hopping into a 200cc kart and flooring it. Not far from the city centre, you’ll hit the track for a racing event complete with practice laps, qualifying and a full on final. You’ll take on a fun and challenging track with tight corners, long straights and loads of opportunities to overtake if you’re feeling brave enough! Helmets, race suits and a safety briefing are all included, plus podium presentations for the winners. Bragging rights last forever so you better bring your A game, lads!

4. Clay Pigeon Shooting - Get out to the countryside and channel your inner country gent. You’ll be met by experienced instructors who’ll run you through the safety bits, kit you out with everything you need and show you how to actually hit something. Then it’s your turn to take aim at the clays flying across the sky. It doesn’t matter if you’ve never held a shotgun before, they’ll guide you through it with plenty of handy tips. Competitive scoring keeps it spicy and there’s nothing more satisfying than watching the groom miss an easy one. Get ready for some serious banter!

5. West Country Games - This is pure inflatable carnage and it’s absolutely hilarious! Just outside Bath, you’ll take on a series of ridiculous team challenges inspired by classic knockabout TV madness. Giant costumes, slippery surfaces, foam everywhere and games designed to make you look like complete idiots in the best possible way. You’ll get a range of full on activities hosted by friendly staff who keep the banter flowing and the competition fierce. It’s messy and guaranteed to have your whole stag group absolutely howling from start to finish.

6. Bubble Football - Bubble football is like five a side but everyone plays inside a massive inflatable zorb! You’ll be kitted out in your zorbs, given the rules by your event host and then set loose on the indoor or outdoor pitch. Scoring is optional but crashing and smashing into your mates is compulsory as you bounce around the pitch. You’ll also play extra games like Bulldog and Dizzy Penalties to really test your balance after last night’s antics. It’s a hilarious addition to your stag do in Bath and a great skill leveller so anyone can join in and have fun.

7. Paintballing - Nothing bonds a stag group quite like pelting each other with paint! There’s a reason this is one of the most popular stagtivities. Head to a woodland combat zone, get your overalls and safety gear on and listen up for the mission brief. You’ll have multiple game scenarios, loads of ammo and referees keeping it fair and fun. You can expect sneaking around, shouting, betrayal and the groom getting targeted from all angles. It’s tactical warfare that’s very, very funny!

8. Activity Bars - Activity bars have changed the game and Bath has some awesome ones. With a range of packages on offer, you could get your own reserved area, a few drinks included and loads of games all under one roof. There’s shuffleboard battles, interactive darts, beer pong showdowns, bowling and even indoor mini golf or virtual golf if you fancy pretending you’re on tour. Loads of packages chuck in food and drink to keep you fuelled during all the friendly competition. Will you have what it takes to come out on top?

9. Quad Biking - If you fancy getting muddy and getting some off road action, quad biking is always a great option for stags. After a safety briefing and practice run, you’ll tackle a rugged course packed with twists, turns and enough bumps to shake things up a bit. The instructors are on hand the whole time and all protective kit is included. It’s fast, filthy fun and perfect for lads who like a bit of adrenaline. This is your chance to conquer the great outdoors so make the most of it!

10. Punting - For something a bit more civilised but still a laugh, get yourselves out on the River Avon for a punting session. You’ll have your own punt and all the gear you need to glide along the water while taking in the gorgeous views. Take turns steering, heckle whoever’s holding the pole and maybe pack a few tins for the ride. It’s relaxed, it’s different and it rounds off an epic stag weekend in Bath nicely before things get messy again later.