Wedding Bagpipers for hire in Stirling
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 Stirling
"Gary, you have a pair of lungs on you sir, excellent from start to finish, from the phone calls before the wedding to check that you had everything spot on and also the perfect music choices, right up to the big day when you arrived 15 minutes early to introduce yourself and get set up, Then you started to play and I couldn’t hold back the tears, happy tears of course, Gary Thomson we thank you for playing at our wedding and would recommend you to play anywhere anytime to anyone, Lots of Love from The newly wed Thomsons xx"
Graham hired Gary Thomson for a Wedding (available in Stirling)
"Thank you so much, Gary! We really enjoyed having you at our wedding."
Edwin hired Gary Thomson (available in Stirling)
"Gary is a great guy, he couldn't do enough for us. "
Brian hired Gary Thomson for a Wedding (available in Stirling)
FAQs about hiring Wedding Bagpipers in Stirling
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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 Stirling
Useful information
Wedding Bagpipers in Stirling 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 Stirling?
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 2738 bookings and 1701 verified reviews across the UK.
Last updated: 24 August 2026
