Wedding Bagpipers for hire in Aberdeenshire
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 Aberdeenshire
"Highly recommend rich, unbelievable performer and such a nice guy!! Thankyou so much for making our day that little bit more special."
Billy hired Rich Gordon for a Wedding (available in Aberdeenshire)
"Fantastic "
Nicola hired Rich Gordon for a Wedding (available in Aberdeenshire)
"Gary was wonderful! He was the total professional, so friendly and of course extremely talented. Our German (and Scottish) guests were absolutely entranced by him - his outfit and bagpipe playing, absoutely first class! Would highly recommed Gary! Thank you so much for adding a beautiful highland touch to our special day! "
Judith hired Gary Thomson for a Wedding (available in Aberdeenshire)
FAQs about hiring Wedding Bagpipers in Aberdeenshire
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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 Aberdeenshire
Useful information
Wedding Bagpipers in Aberdeenshire typically play Marching, Rememberance Sunday , and most respond to enquiries within 27 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 Aberdeenshire?
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 2751 bookings and 1705 verified reviews across the UK.
Last updated: 31 August 2026
