Wedding Bagpipers for hire in Devon
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 Devon
"Lorcan is an amazing musician! We asked him to play “Perfect” by Ed Sheeran after a bagpipe cover that you find on YouTube. He learned it himself just by listening to the song and he played it marvellously! He made the ceremony magical and mesmerising and we cannot thank him enough. Despite being such a hot day he endured the heat all geared up in his beautiful costume ! Cannot thank him enough and I recommend him with all my heart!"
Giuliana hired Lorcan Drysdale for a Wedding (available in Devon)
"straight forward booking/enquiry procedure; direct contact with musician easy; Lorcan very accommodating and his "surprise" presence much appreciated"
Ruth hired Lorcan Drysdale for a Wedding (available in Devon)
"Absolutely superb! He gave my mother the perfect send off. The whole family couldn't be happier. Thank you Lorcan."
Maggs hired Lorcan Drysdale for a Private event (available in Devon)
FAQs about hiring Wedding Bagpipers in Devon
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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 Devon
Useful information
Wedding Bagpipers in Devon 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 Devon?
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
