Today we are catching up with Cat
Goulbourne who works at the
brilliant Hen Heaven. Hen Heaven is a great one
stop resource and planning website for anyone wanting to organise a fun filled
hen party.
Describe the business in five words?
Fun, friendly, professional, helpful, and reliable
When and why was the business started?
The business was started by Rob Hill (aka ‘the party
king’) in 2002 as a stress free, budget friendly and more convenient way for
women to plan hen parties. The company now employs over 70 staff and has won
numerous awards since then, including two Virgin Fast Track Awards.
What do you love most about the work you do?
I love that I get to try out a lot of the activities
that we offer on our website. It’s always good fun and because I write most of
what appears on the website, it helps me explain to our customers just what the
activity is like, and where it takes place. It’s also lovely when we receive
feedback from our hens via our Trust Pilot page or Facebook telling us what a
fantastic time they had, and how it’s really added to their whole wedding
experience.
If you could live anywhere in the world where would it
be and why?
I don’t think I’d live there forever but for a year or
more I’d love to live in Honolulu, Hawaii. The idea of relaxed island living
really appeals to the city stressed cosmopolitan in me. Also, the idea of
having a perma tan doesn’t sound too bad either!
Besides hen dos and weddings, what else do you love?
Running: I find the activity and experience of running
therapeutic and liberating. Especially if you’re running along the seafront
when the weather is sunny and the view is refreshing!
Do you have any funny hen party stories to tell?
Of course but many of that shouldn’t really be shared
publically! One of the funniest ones I’ve heard is the one about the groom who
pulled a prank on his bride by switching her hen night outfit to that of a
giraffe onesie (without her knowing!) So by the time she got to Marbella and
was getting ready to go out, she had to wear the giraffe costume. At first she
was livid, but she wore it anyway and as it turned out she got loads of free
drinks for her hen group – all because everybody found her story really funny!
How can brides and grooms find you?
By visiting www.henheaven.co.uk
And finally, what is your ‘one’ top tip you can give
to a bride and groom?
I know they aren’t that common and most people don’t
opt for them but I would say don’t go for a joint hen & stag do. In my
experience (and in most cases) they are never a good idea and tend to cause
frustration and unnecessary aggravation. Have separate parties with your own
friends in separate places.
It was great
to meet you, Cat.
Best wishes,
Pia x
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