Fiddlers for hire Near You
Latest reviews of our Fiddlers
"Oran was wonderful – a great performer, very friendly and amenable. Would definitely recommend him to others and book him again!"
Julia hired Oran Mullan for a Private event
"Absolutely lovely individual. Great communication, and lovely song choice. Myself, my new husband and our guests all commented on how Emma made everyone feeling relaxed. I would highly recommend Emma as nothing was to much trouble ."
Sheryl hired Emma Durkan for a Wedding
"Emma was absolutely lovely and so so talented! Her music made my birthday so special. I can’t thank her enough for sharing her talents with us! "
Julianne hired Emma Durkan for a Private event
FAQs about hiring Fiddlers in the UK
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Can any fiddler play my favourite song?
Professional fiddlers will often take requests, but you will need to give them plenty of notice. Please also keep in mind that fiddlers may ask for an small additional fee to prepare songs that aren't already on their song list. You can view the fiddler's song list on their Encore profile.
How much time do fiddlers take to set up?
Your fiddler 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 fiddler 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 fiddlers 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 fiddlers 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 Fiddler Near You
Useful information
Fiddlers in the UK typically play Folk, Traditional Irish folk, Classical, and most respond to enquiries within 2 hours. Demand peaks in March, April, August, so if your event falls in that window, it's worth getting in touch early to secure your preferred act.
How much does it cost to hire a Fiddler in the UK?
Prices for Fiddlers vary depending on experience, set length, and the size of the act. As a guide, budget Fiddlers typically charge around £270 per booking, mid-range acts around £390, and high-end Fiddlers from £510 per booking upwards.
A guide to hiring Fiddlers
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Our musicians are happy to travel and we can provide artists in any part of the UK and Ireland. We regulary send artists abroad to perform accross Europe (and globally) for special occasions. Use the button to the right to get matched with musicians near you.
This page was created by the Encore team using data from 733 bookings and 380 verified reviews across the UK.
Last updated: 13 September 2026
