Stag Charter
It may seem pompous to offer advice about how
to behave on a stag, but we organise stags for a living and have
some experience we feel is worth passing on. Basically, groups of
guys put people on the defensive and if you can illustrate you mean
no harm many barriers can be broken down.
- When booking accommodation it pays to be up
front that you are a stag party. There are plenty of places that
want your business so there's no need to go somewhere that does
not. We know of cases where the hotelier has refused to honour
a booking when groups of lads turn up. This can leave you in trouble.
- Pubs seem to let you away with just about anything
in our experience. We're astounded at how laid back many landlords
seem to be. However, two things seem to annoy them, without fail.
Singing, where it's not welcome and strippers, when no one has
checked with the landlord. Both could see you ejected in a hurry.
- If you are trying to enter a club, remember
that different dress codes apply in different areas of the country.
It is better to be too smart than too scruffy. Jeans, trainers,
football shirts, t shirts, and rugby tops are often rejected.
Also remember large groups will worry bouncers. Better to try
and enter in several smaller groups of 2 or 3.
- Strippers are used in about 50% of stags in
our experience. There is no right or wrong. However, be aware
that it varies hugely what a "show" entails and it is worth being
very specific about what you are organising. Some "ladies" may
go much further than you ever intended. Finding a suitable location
can also be a challenge. Organise that well in advance. The guys
who arranged a lesbo show in their B&B lounge did not go down
too well (excuse the pun) !
- Our view has always been that the weekend
should be fun for the stag as well. We realise that some of you
wish to wind the stag up. However, leaving him naked and tied
up is not advisable. Many cities have people with attitude and
in their view a drunken, naked target may deserve a kick in and
possibly a knifing. Seriously, this sort of thing happens.
- The old saying "what goes on tour, stays on
tour" is a great objective but do not believe it. Things nearly
always get out. Weddings have been called off because of what
leaks back and friendships lost.
- All of this may sound obvious but it pays to
remember this advice, especially when you've had a few beers.
The weekend should be fun and nearly always is. Do not become
one of the exceptions. Whether or not you choose stagweekends.com
to organise your stag we wish you a great weekend !
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