Wedding Bagpipers for hire in Scotland
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 Scotland
"Daniel turned out to be the best birthday surprise I could have arranged for my girlfriend during our trip to Edinburgh! He is a consummate professional—super reliable and friendly! Although the performance consisted of just two songs, he quickly came across as a kind and personable individual. Highly recommended."
Antonio hired Daniel Sweeney for a Birthday party (available in Scotland)
"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 Scotland)
"Tony was an amazing addition to our big day - he was really communicative beforehand and was flexible around our timings. All our guests loved the experience of having a professional piper on arrival. Couldn't recommend Tony enough!"
Chris hired Tony Collins for a Wedding (available in Scotland)
FAQs about hiring Wedding Bagpipers in Scotland
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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 Scotland
Useful information
Wedding Bagpipers in Scotland typically play Traditional Scottish folk, Rememberance Sunday , Scottish music, and most respond to enquiries within 27 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 Scotland?
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 2767 bookings and 1716 verified reviews across the UK.
Last updated: 21 September 2026
