Wedding Bagpipers for hire in Bedford
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 Bedford
"We booked Rob & Dillon (Drummer) as a surprise for our Son's wedding celebrations. They were everything we could have asked for ! They arrived early and were happy to wait when we encountered some delay. Their performance was absolutely wonderful and delivered the surprise so perfectly. We will be certain to book Rob again as soon as we have the opportunity. Thank you both for adding to a very special day, we couldn't have asked for it to go any better. Tarnia & Jim"
Tarnia hired Rob Muir for a Wedding (available in Bedford)
"Roy is an absolutely great piper and top bloke, good communication all the way through and value for money, highly recommended for anyone needing a piper in East Anglia!"
Rory hired Cambridge Bagpiper for a Wedding (available in Bedford)
"Very accommodating… lovely guy … great job. Thank you."
Allen hired Iain Fraser for a Wedding (available in Bedford)
FAQs about hiring Wedding Bagpipers in Bedford
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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 Bedford
Useful information
Wedding Bagpipers in Bedford 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 Bedford?
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.
A guide to hiring Wedding Bagpipers
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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
