Bagpipers for hire in Scotland

Find bagpipers for hire in Scotland! Famous worldwide as the traditional instrument of Scotland, the spine-tingling sound of the bagpipes creates the perfect atmosphere for weddings, funerals, or Burns night parties. You can even book one of our professional bagpipers to perform at your event in full Scottish Highland dress for added authenticity! Choose from our selection of the 49 best bagpipers local to Scotland here.

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Hire Shonagh Duncan Bagpiper with Encore
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BagpiperBathgate

SCD Solo Piper provides Highland Bagpipe music for any event!

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Hire Scott Methven Bagpiper with Encore
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BagpiperStirling

I’m a very competent piper, you won’t regret choosing me .

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Hire Callum Russell Bagpiper with Encore
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£100 - £280
BagpiperSouth Ayrshire Council

Having played at many events across the world, I am a professional and friendly bagpiper who is able to travel far across Scotland.

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Hire Gary Thomson Bagpiper with Encore
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£160 - £200
BagpiperGlasgow

Pipe Major with many years of experience offering a friendly, professional service for any event.

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Hire Ross McCrindle Bagpiper with Encore
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£187.50 - £312.50
BagpiperEdinburgh

Ross is an award winning Edinburgh piper of 35 years. Former Senior Pipe Major of the British Army and lone piper at the Edinburgh Tattoo.

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Hire Chris Gray - Piper & Pianist  Bagpiper with Encore
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£160 - £210
BagpiperGlasgow

Chris Gray is a Scottish Piper, Pianist, Whistle Player Composer & Tutor based in Glasgow, Scotland.

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Hire Mybagpiper Kenneth McBride Bagpiper with Encore
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£218.75 - £281.25
BagpiperPrestonpans

Mybagpiper is a Full Time Professional offering Bagpiping Services for any Event. Guaranteed Quality and Reliability.

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Hire Robin Turnbull Bagpiper with Encore
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£230 - £370
BagpiperGlasgow

I am described as "Soul-Stirring" with an "Unforgettable Modern twist". What will your guests say after my performance?

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Hire George Taylor Bagpiper with Encore
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£160 - £200
BagpiperRenfrew

George is a dedicated and talented piper available for weddings, funerals, corporate gigs. Reliable, traditional pipe music.

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Hire Rich Gordon Bagpiper with Encore
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£160 - £220
BagpiperDundee

Rich is a multi-instrumental musician based in Fife, playing Highland Bagpipes and Scottish Smallpipes, guitar and alto/tenor saxophone.

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Hire Bagpiper Jason Faulkner Bagpiper with Encore
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£200 - £300
BagpiperInverness

A Bagpiper to book for all occasions.

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Hire Ryan Anderson Bagpiper with Encore
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£180 - £260
BagpiperEdinburgh

Ryan is sure to add something special to your event! Take a look and get in touch with any questions!

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Hire Daniel Sweeney Bagpiper with Encore
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£160 - £275
BagpiperFalkirk

Daniel has played at 100+ weddings and events all over the world and was winner of the 2017 and 2022 Scottish Wedding Awards.

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Hire Richard Wilson Bagpiper with Encore
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From£185
BagpiperLaw

Based Sth Lanarkshire & been piping since I was 14, I'm 54 now. I play in a competition band at a high level. Can cater for all enquiries

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Hire Thistle Piping Bagpiper with Encore
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£250 - £375
BagpiperDunblane

Thistle Piping provide a first class service focussing on the highest possible standards of dress, deportment and musicianship.

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Hire Tam The Piper Bagpiper with Encore
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£162.50 - £275
BagpiperGlasgow

I am a full time Piper and Flautist living in Cambuslang. I love doing what I do and hope I can play for you sometime. Slainte, Tam

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Hire Robin Hay Bagpiper with Encore
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£140 - £170
BagpiperGlasgow

Top quality bagpiper / piper for hire - weddings & events

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Hire Spud Piper Bagpiper with Encore
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£160 - £300
BagpiperAviemore

i am a full time professional bagpiper specialising in Weddings, funerals and corporate events, my dress is full no 1

Latest reviews of our Bagpipers in Scotland

Scott Methven
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"Brilliant in every way! Fantastic piper and a genuinely lovely man."

Graeme hired Scott Methven for a Wedding (available in Scotland)

Verified Review, 18 December 2024
Tony Collins
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"Can’t fault Tony and we were delighted to have him play at our wedding reception. Thanks again "

Jennifer hired Tony Collins for a Wedding (available in Scotland)

Verified Review, 23 November 2024
Tam The Piper
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"Thanks Tam for your renditions of my mum’s favourite songs at her funeral It was really brilliant on what was otherwise a very sad day for our family, thank you so very much as you made her last day with us so special, I have no doubt she would have been looking down and loved her send off."

Peter hired Tam The Piper for a Funeral / Memorial service (available in Scotland)

Verified Review, 20 November 2024

FAQs about hiring Bagpipers in Scotland

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Can any bagpiper play my favourite song?

Professional bagpipers will often take requests, but you will need to give them plenty of notice. Please also keep in mind that bagpipers may ask for an small additional fee to prepare songs that aren't already on their song list. You can view the bagpiper's song list on their Encore profile.

How much time do bagpipers take to set up?

Your bagpiper will usually arrive about an hour or so before their performance begins to set up and get settled before they start playing. To avoid any delays, make sure the performance space is ready for the bagpiper prior to their arrival.

My venue has asked for the performer’s PLI & PAT inspection certificates. What are these?

PLI stands for Public Liability Insurance. This insurance covers damage to another person or their property (it is also known as third party insurance). As many of our bagpipers are members of the Musician's Union, they are already covered by PLI up to £10 million. PAT stands for portable appliance testing. Most of our bagpipers will already have a PAT inspection certificate for their musical equipment/PA system, which they can provide to your venue if they need it.

Hiring a Bagpiper in Scotland

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Popular genres:
Folk, Pop
Average response time:
1 hour
Busiest times:
January, May, August

How much does it cost to hire a Bagpiper in Scotland?

The typical price for a Bagpiper is:
£Budget£180
££Pro£240
£££High-end£300+

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