Wedding Bagpipers available to hire in County Durham
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 County Durham
"Jordan was very accommodating to our specific needs and performed without faulter. My only disappointment was that due to the nature of the event it was hard for the audience to show a true appreciation and in turn I personally couldn’t thank Jordan due to the dinner etiquette. Thanks again Jordan, now that we have your details it would be great to get you back on further occasions."
James hired Jordan Aikin for a Burns night (available in County Durham)
"Rich is a great bagpiper that made our wedding very special. Highly recommend"
Anton hired Rich Gordon for a Wedding (available in County Durham)
"absolutely brilliant"
Lucy hired Michael Gordon for a Wedding (available in County Durham)
FAQs about hiring Wedding Bagpipers in County Durham
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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 County Durham
Useful information
Wedding Bagpipers in County Durham typically play Rememberance Sunday , Marching, 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 County Durham?
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 2732 bookings and 1688 verified reviews across the UK.
Last updated: 10 August 2026
