Wedding Bagpipers for hire in Aberdeen
What our expert says...Few instruments make an entrance like the bagpipes. They bring heritage, pride, and ceremony to a wedding - perfect for couples wanting a touch of tradition and atmosphere.
— Perrine Gouarne, Managing Director at Encore Musicians
Latest reviews of our Wedding Bagpipers in Aberdeen
"Ross's communication was great from the first messsge all the way up to the wedding. We were gutted when Ross was unwell and couldn't play at our wedding but Ross made sure he had a replacement and organised everything which took the stress off us. Even though we were sad Ross wasn't our Piper our replacement Piper Ryan was amazing. Ross had told him everyone we wanted and he played brilliantly and all our guest were complimenting him and it was an amazing day overall."
Laura hired Ross McCrindle for a Wedding (available in Aberdeen)
"Colin was absolutely amazing from start to finish he made our wedding at Beamish Hall perfect even though it had to be indoors as it was raining, thank you Colin from Mr & Mrs Gettings"
Jacqueline hired Colin Sutherland for a Wedding (available in Aberdeen)
"Cannot say enough great things about the job Gary did. He did a fantastic job piping for our wedding, was very friendly and reassuring on the day, and impressed all our guests. Absolutely perfect job! Couldn't be happier. "
Iain hired Gary Thomson for a Wedding (available in Aberdeen)
FAQs about hiring Wedding Bagpipers in Aberdeen
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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 Wedding Bagpiper in Aberdeen
Useful information
Wedding Bagpipers in Aberdeen typically play Scottish music, Traditional Scottish folk, and most respond to enquiries within 8 hours. Demand peaks in January, March, September, 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 Wedding Bagpiper in Aberdeen?
Prices for Wedding Bagpipers vary depending on experience, set length, and the size of the act. As a guide, budget Wedding Bagpipers typically charge around £180 per booking, mid-range acts around £240, and high-end Wedding Bagpipers from £300 per booking upwards.
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This page was created by the Encore team using data from 2675 bookings and 1644 verified reviews across the UK.
Last updated: 18 May 2026
