Wedding Bagpipers for hire in Harrogate
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 Harrogate
"We were left speechless at how much time and care Laura put in to our very special day and it certainly far exceeded my expectations as I thought we were simply hiring a bagpiper when in fact we got so much more than I ever thought we would. I can not recommend enough, the pipes were superb, the attention to detail and personal touches made it very special to us and it’s a memory we will cherish forever. Thank you so so much to you and your lovely family who also helped in making the day very special to us. Laura & Dean "
Dean hired The Yorkshire Piper for a Wedding proposal (available in Harrogate)
"The Yorkshire Piper was just brilliant for our wedding on New Years Eve, absolutely brilliant, she just added to our special day. She was able to advise on song choices and it all just came together nicely. Thank you Jenny "
Jenny hired The Yorkshire Piper for a Wedding (available in Harrogate)
"He was fantastic and I will recommend him to people "
Ian hired Ed Arnold for a Birthday party (available in Harrogate)
FAQs about hiring Wedding Bagpipers in Harrogate
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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 Harrogate
Useful information
Wedding Bagpipers in Harrogate typically play Scottish music, Traditional Scottish folk, Marching, and most respond to enquiries within 21 hours. Demand peaks in January, March, August, 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 Harrogate?
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 2774 bookings and 1727 verified reviews across the UK.
Last updated: 5 October 2026
