Quality and Safety-Checked DJs for your Wedding, Party or Event
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In more than 60,000 completed events our DJs have achieved a positive feedback rating of 99.9% and our members that cover weddings and parties in Alcester have an average score of 3.8 out of 5 stars from 77 verified customer reviews!
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The following DJs are available to book for events in Stratford on Avon, Alcester
The top 10 best mobile discos / DJs available for weddings, parties and events in Alcester are...
- Alt. Entertainments - Music Matters
- Atmosphere Roadshow - Forget The Rest And Pick The Best
- The Specialist Wedding DJ - High Quality Video DJ & Photography Included
- Blue Flame Disco - Probably The Best Disco Around Since 1974
- AClassEntertainments.co.uk - The Premier Event Specialists With Passion And Fun
- DJ John Entertainment - Professional Wedding DJ Mobile Disco To Suit All
- Luv2Disco - Quality Disco For All Occasions And More!
- Wyre Forest DJ - Enjoy Your Party With The Right Music
- Dynamix Disco - Feel Good & Let The Music Move You
- D and N Disco Roadshow - All Occasions Disco
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DIAMOND DJmark Award Holders
Diamond is the highest award level offered by the DJmark safety and quality vetting service.
Award holders have valid public liability insurance (PLI), regularly safety-check their electrical equipment (Portable Appliance Testing (PAT)), issue written contracts for all bookings and operate fully in accordance with music and video copyright legislation. They also have recent trusted positive feedback from previous clients and they undertake health & safety assessments prior to every event. They publish a complaints procedure and have held a DJmark Award for a minimum of two years demonstrating their commitment to the scheme.
Alt. Entertainments
Music Matters
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Atmosphere Roadshow
Forget The Rest And Pick The Best
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3.8 out of 5 | 77 trusted reviews
The Specialist Wedding DJ
High Quality Video DJ & Photography Included
More Details | Get A Quote |
PLATINUM DJmark Award Holders
Platinum is the second highest award level offered by the DJmark safety and quality vetting service.
Award holders have valid public liability insurance (PLI), regularly safety-check their electrical equipment (Portable Appliance Testing (PAT)), issue written contracts for all bookings and operate fully in accordance with music and video copyright legislation. They also have recent trusted positive feedback from previous clients and they undertake health & safety assessments prior to every event. They publish a complaints procedure and are working their way up to a Diamond Award in due course by regularly submitting updated documentation.
Blue Flame Disco
Probably The Best Disco Around Since 1974
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AClassEntertainments.co.uk
The Premier Event Specialists With Passion And Fun
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DJ John Entertainment
Professional Wedding DJ Mobile Disco To Suit All
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Entry-Level DJmark Award Holders
This is the entry level award offered by the DJmark safety and quality vetting service.
Holders have the basic processes in place such as valid public liability insurance (PLI), regularly safety-checked electrical equipment (Portable Appliance Testing (PAT)), issue written contracts for all bookings and operate fully in accordance with music and video copyright legislation. They are working towards the higher award levels.
Luv2Disco
Quality Disco For All Occasions And More!
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Wyre Forest DJ
Enjoy Your Party With The Right Music
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Other Local DJs
These members do not currently hold a DJmark Award, however they are working towards attaining one as soon as possible.
This doesn't mean that they do not have the required documentation or positive customer feedback - just that they haven't shared that with us yet. If in doubt, ask!
Dynamix Disco
Feel Good & Let The Music Move You
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D and N Disco Roadshow
All Occasions Disco
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Typical DJ Prices in Alcester
Firstly, a disclaimer. There are LOTS of mobile DJs and entertainment companies out there, mostly run by individuals - some as a part-time extension of their hobby and others as a full-time professional business. There are endless debates about pricing on DJ forums and social media groups, with some DJs happy to work for under £100 a night and others that "wouldn't load the van" for less than £500 for the same event. So there is a much wider range of pricing (and service level) than in many other industries, for example plumbers. There is no such thing as a 'standard DJ'!
However, many people have never booked a DJ before and have no idea when it comes to how much they should budget. So what we've done is look at the details for literally hundreds of events that have taken place in and around the Alcester area to come up with some guideline pricing showing typical rates for common types of event. We update these price ranges on a regular basis to reflect current trends.
The only sure way to get accurate prices is to request FREE DJ quotes for your Alcester party or event.
We costed DJs for a typical Wedding Reception in Alcester
This is for an evening-only event of 4/5 hours duration with no add-ons or extras. Just a DJ with his/her sound and lighting equipment.
Budget DJ | Mid-range DJ | Premium DJ |
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£150 - £193 | £193 - £303 | £303 - £450 |
We costed DJs for an ALL DAY Wedding in Alcester
This would typically include music for the ceremony, background music and microphones during the wedding breakfast, and an evening disco with no add-ons or extras. Just a DJ with his/her sound and lighting equipment.
Budget DJ | Mid-range DJ | Premium DJ |
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£225 - £310 | £310 - £480 | £480 - £680 |
We costed DJs for an Adult Evening Function in Alcester
Birthdays, anniversaries, engagements, social events, Christmas parties etc. come into this category. Prices are for an evening disco with no add-ons or extras. Just a DJ with his/her sound and lighting equipment.
Budget DJ | Mid-range DJ | Premium DJ |
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£125 - £176 | £176 - £264 | £264 - £460 |
We costed DJs for a Children's Party in Alcester
This would usually be a weekend afternoon or weekday evening event lasting 2/3 hours. Prices are for a disco with no add-ons or extras. Just a DJ with his/her sound and lighting equipment.
Budget DJ | Mid-range DJ | Premium DJ |
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£100 - £167 | £167 - £242 | £242 - £300 |
What type of DJ is right for my party?
You can expect a low-cost DJ in Alcester to attend your function with a basic sound rig, often just a couple of entry-level speakers to provide sound for the dancefloor, and a small selection of lighting effects working in "sound-to-light" mode - ie. flashing different colours in time to the beat. You can expect limited interaction with your Budget DJ prior to the party. Most will accept some music requests on the night but will be working with a fairly limited music collection.
Many Budget DJs are part-time operators working to supplement other income. As such they are usually a good choice for low-cost venues such as pubs and village halls, and events such as 18th birthday parties and engagements.
A mid-range DJ will likely have a choice of equipment which will be selected to best suit your function and venue, and might offer some level of control over the lighting to keep it synchronised and befitting of the music style playing. They will usually offer a consultation in advance and be skilled enough to "hold the function together" on the night, continually thinking and planning ahead to make the event go smoothly. You can expect smart dress, good levels of presentation and confident microphone skills.
Many mid-range DJs are full-time businesses who can devote time to forward planning for your party in Alcester, as well as offering a range of add-on services. Lots of mid-priced DJs will be members of organisations such as DJmark giving you confidence in their service. This means they will hold Public Liability Insurance, have regularly safety tests undertaken on their electrical equipment ("PAT"), and will issue contracts for bookings. They will also be able to provide consistently good feedback from former clients.
A premium DJ is most likely to work with you in advance to plan all aspects of the event, from equipment and lighting needs through to music preferences, announcements, key timings and the structure of the party. They will be willing to work with other entertainment providers and the venue management to avoid any unnecessary "surprises". They possess the experience and skills to ensure meticulous planning and preparation befitting of their fee, and will be smartly presented on the day to suit your function.
The perfect choice for an important event such as a wedding reception or corporate gathering, premium DJs will be able to confidently lead your celebration. Generally run as full-time businesses, Premium DJs operating in the Alcester area are most likely to offer an impeccable feedback record and have attained DJmark Platinum or Diamond level - demonstrating their commitment to customer service.
Check out our Top 10 mobile discos in Alcester based on customer feedback!
Venues for hire in and around Alcester
Are you looking for a suitable venue to hire in or around Alcester? Our DJs have played at hundreds of local pubs, clubs, community centres, village halls, hotels and more.
Here's a summary list of function rooms local to Alcester - for full details click on any venue name!
1 in Alcester / 23 nearby
in Alcester (B50 - 1 options) - More Details
Bidford Grange Hotel & Golf Course, Bidford Grange, Stratford Road
Nearby (23 options)
Alveston Manor Hotel, Stratford upon Avon CV37
Arden Hotel, Stratford upon Avon CV37
Arrow Mill Hotel, Alcester B49
Billesley Manor Hotel, Alcester B49
Crowne Plaza Stratford upon Avon, Stratford upon Avon CV37
Dumbleton Hall Hotel, Evesham WR11
Ettington Chase Hotel, Stratford upon Avon CV37
Ettington Park, Stratford upon Avon CV37
Falcon Hotel, Stratford upon Avon CV37
Forte Posthouse, Stratford upon Avon CV37
Grosvenor Hotel, Stratford upon Avon CV37
Kings Court Hotel, Alcester B49
Mary Arden Inn, Stratford upon Avon CV37
Northwick Hotel, Evesham WR11
Salford Hall Hotel, Evesham WR11
Shakespeare Hotel (Mercure), Stratford upon Avon CV37
Stratford Limes Hotel, Stratford upon Avon CV37
Stratford Manor, Stratford upon Avon CV37
Swans Nest Hotel, Stratford upon Avon CV37
The Stratford Hotel, Stratford upon Avon CV37
Thistle Hotel Stratford upon Avon, Stratford upon Avon CV37
Welcombe Hotel & Golf Club (Hallmark), Stratford upon Avon CV37
Wood Norton Hotel , Evesham WR11
0 in Alcester / 1 nearby
2 in Alcester / 32 nearby
in Alcester (B50 - 2 options) - More Details
Broom Village Hall, High St, Broom
Crawford Memorial (Village) Hall, Salford Road
Nearby (32 options)
Alcester War Memorial Town Hall, Alcester B49
Ashton under Hill Village Hall, Evesham WR11
Badsey Memorial Hall, Evesham WR11
Badsey Village Hall, Evesham WR11
Bishopton Community Centre, Stratford-upon-Avon CV37
Church Lench Village Hall, Evesham WR11
Cookhill Village Hall, Alcester B49
Dumbleton Village Hall, Evesham WR11
Ettington Community Centre, Stratford-upon-Avon CV37
Evesham Town Hall, Evesham WR11
Great Alne & Kinwarton Memorial Hall, Alcester B49
Hampton Community Hall, Evesham WR11
Harvington Village Hall, Evesham WR11
Jubilee Centre, Alcester B49
Ken Kennett Centre, Stratford upon Avon CV37
Littleton Village Hall, Evesham WR11
Luddington Village Hall, Stratford upon Avon CV37
Meon Vale Village Hall, Stratford upon Avon CV37
Newbold on Stour Village Hall, Stratford upon Avon CV37
Norton & Lenchwick Village Hall, Evesham WR11
Pebworth Village Hall, Stratford upon Avon CV37
Priory Hall, Stratford upon Avon CV37
Rosebird Community Hall, Stratford upon Avon CV37
Rous Lench Village Hall, Evesham WR11
Salford Priors Memorial Hall, Evesham WR11
Shottery Memorial Hall, Stratford upon Avon CV37
St Andrews Church Centre, Evesham WR11
Stratford upon Avon Town Hall, Stratford upon Avon CV37
Swan Theatre, Stratford upon Avon CV37
The Malt House (Alveston Village Hall), Stratford-upon-Avon CV37
Wallace House Community Centre, Evesham WR11
Wickhamford Memorial Hall, Evesham WR11
2 in Alcester / 29 nearby
in Alcester (B50 - 2 options) - More Details
Bidford on Avon Cricket Club, The Big Meadow
Royal British Legion Bidford, High St
Nearby (29 options)
Alcester Members Club, Alcester B49
Alcester Rugby Club, Alcester B49
Ambassador Snooker Club, Evesham WR11
Badsey Cricket Club, Evesham WR11
Badsey Recreation Club, Evesham WR11
Bengeworth Club, Evesham WR11
Binton Social Club, Stratford upon Avon CV37
Ecgwins Private Members Club (BBC), Evesham WR11
Embassy Social Club, Stratford upon Avon CV37
Evesham Masonic Hall, Evesham WR11
Evesham Rowing Club, Evesham WR11
Evesham United Football Club, Evesham WR11
Evesham Working Mens Club, Evesham WR11
Harvington Cricket Club, Evesham WR11
Home Guard Club, Stratford upon Avon CV37
Ingon Manor Hotel Golf & Country Club, Stratford upon Avon CV37
Royal British Legion Badsey, Evesham WR11
Royal British Legion Evesham, Evesham WR11
Royal British Legion Offenham, Evesham WR11
Royal British Legion Stratford, Stratford upon Avon CV37
Snitterfield Social Club, Stratford upon Avon CV37
Stratford Masonic Hall, Stratford upon Avon CV37
Stratford Sports Club, Stratford upon Avon CV37
Stratford Town Football Club, Stratford upon Avon CV37
Stratford upon Avon Boat Club, Stratford upon Avon CV37
Stratford upon Avon Rugby Club, Stratford upon Avon CV37
The Lenches, Evesham WR11
Wickhamford Sports Club, Evesham WR11
Wilmcote Sports & Social Club, Stratford upon Avon CV37
1 in Alcester / 3 nearby
in Alcester (B50 - 1 options) - More Details
Nearby (3 options)
Alveston Pastures Barn, Stratford-upon-Avon CV37
Riverside, Stratford upon Avon CV37
Stratford ArtsHouse, Stratford upon Avon CV37
4 in Alcester / 56 nearby
in Alcester (B50 - 4 options) - More Details
The Bulls Head, High St
The Cottage of Content, Welford Road
The Frog, High St
The Golden Cross, Wixford Road, Ardens Grafton
Nearby (56 options)
Coxs Yard, Stratford upon Avon CV37
Lambs of Sheep Street, Stratford upon Avon CV37
The Angel Vaults, Evesham WR11
The Bear, Evesham WR11
The Bell, Stratford upon Avon CV37
The Bell at Salford Priors, Evesham WR11
The Blue Boar, Alcester B49
The Cider Mill, Evesham WR11
The Coach & Horses, Evesham WR11
The College Arms, Stratford upon Avon CV37
The Dirty Duck, Stratford upon Avon CV37
The Dog & Partridge, Alcester B49
The Encore, Stratford upon Avon CV37
The Fleece Inn, Evesham WR11
The Fuzzy Duck, Stratford upon Avon CV37
The Gardeners Arms, Evesham WR11
The Golden Bee, Stratford-upon-Avon CV37
The Golden Cross, Evesham WR11
The Holly Bush, Alcester B49
The Houndshill House, Stratford upon Avon CV37
The Kings Arms, Evesham WR11
The Lamplighter, Stratford upon Avon CV37
The Lord Nelson, Alcester B49
The Masons Arms, Stratford upon Avon CV37
The Norton Grange, Evesham WR11
The Old Tramway Inn, Stratford upon Avon CV37
The Olde Swanne Inne, Evesham WR11
The One Elm, Stratford upon Avon CV37
The Orchard, Evesham WR11
The Pen & Parchment, Stratford upon Avon CV37
The Queens Head, Stratford upon Avon CV37
The Queens Head, Evesham WR11
The Red Lion, Stratford upon Avon CV37
The Red Lion, Evesham WR11
The Riverside Hotel, Evesham WR11
The Roebuck Inn, Alcester B49
The Rose & Crown, Stratford upon Avon CV37
The Round Of Gras, Evesham WR11
The Royal Oak, Alcester B49
The Royal Oak, Evesham WR11
The Ruby Jacks, Evesham WR11
The Salmon Tail, Stratford upon Avon CV37
The Snitterfield Arms, Stratford upon Avon CV37
The Squirrel, Stratford upon Avon CV37
The Stag, Alcester B49
The Star Inn, Evesham WR11
The Stratford Alehouse, Stratford upon Avon CV37
The Stratford Townhouse, Stratford upon Avon CV37
The Three Horseshoes, Alcester B49
The Three Tuns, Alcester B49
The Throckmorton Arms, Alcester B49
The Turks Head, Alcester B49
The Union, Stratford upon Avon CV37
The View, Stratford upon Avon CV37
The Wheatsheaf Inn, Evesham WR11
The White Swan, Stratford upon Avon CV37
Alcester DJ Booking Tips
For many, their choice of DJ for parties in Alcester will make a dramatic difference to the success of their event - in a lot of cases possibly one of the most important (and expensive) days of their lives. For others, where the music is just incidental, a basic service is often all they need.
The biggest deciding factor in ensuring the quality of the DJ service that you hire in Stratford on Avon, Alcester is usually the budget. We urge you to consider this very carefully as an overall percentage of the cost of your event. Don't shop for a DJ in Calstock - Gunnislake purely on price, because many affordable yet experienced DJs will actively avoid clients that appear not to value the service and focus only on cost. Instead, shop around on the suitability, reputation and level of service being offered - then, once you have a shortlist of suitable DJs you can then review the pricing.
BE WARY OF ONLINE REVIEWS
Many review platforms such as Facebook and Google accept "reviews" from ANYONE whether or not they've actually used the service - including the DJ, the DJ's partner, the DJ's friends, the DJ's dog...
needadisco.com reviews can only be submitted by clients that have used the service including people like you partying in Alcester. We do not accept random reviews. We also think that reviews can go out of date quite quickly, so we do not count reviews that are more than 3 years old to be sure that you're getting an up-to-date picture. Also, our Alcester discos are clearly ranked on specific criteria such as audio quality, lighting quality, presentation, music choices, request handling, microphone use, audience interaction and more, so that you can quickly compare local DJ services.
CHECK FOR A DJMARK AWARD
All DJmark Award holding DJs in Alcester operate legally and with due regard for excellent customer service.
DJmark is the longest established and most rigorous awarding body for the UK mobile disco industry, working with mobile DJs to independently check paperwork, credentials and customer feedback. If you employ a DJmark Award holding DJ for your wedding or party in Alcester, you can be assured that you will be working with "one of the good guys". Learn more about DJmark and how booking an award holder can save you a lot of time and potential stress for your party in Alcester.
COMMUNICATION, COMMUNICATION, COMMUNICATION...
Be very clear about your expectations for the event and TALK to your potential DJ about them. Don't be afraid to walk away if you're not confident in his/her abilities to deliver.
Do you want a straightforward 'same-as-everyone-else' mobile disco or are you looking for something a little different? Are you looking for a Alcester DJ who can rapidly switch genres to suit the guests ... or would you prefer a club-style DJ with a predetermined set and excellent beatmatching skills? Would you be happy with a silent DJ or would you like someone with microphone skills and the right presence to confidently make announcements and keep your guests informed?
DJ Hire FAQs for events in Alcester
needadisco.com has been helping arrange DJs and mobile discos for parties being held in Alcester since 2006. In that time we've confirmed more than 60,000 events and our DJ members have accrued positive feedback in 99.96% of cases. If you are thinking of hiring a DJ click the button below to get rapid free quotes from a selection of available companies, or read our FAQs.
Who are the best mobile DJs in Alcester? needadisco.com used various methods to rate the quality and safety of the mobile DJs and disco companies that it recommends. We not only look at customer feedback but also their documentation such as insurance, electrical testing records, approach to health & safety and many more aspects. In our opinion, the best mobile DJs available to hire for weddings, parties and events in Alcester are: - Alt. Entertainments - Atmosphere Roadshow - The Specialist Wedding DJ | |
How can I find a reliable DJ in Alcester? Easy - just request quotes from needadisco.com and our experienced mobile disco members will be in touch with free quotations and more information about their service. There's no obligation to book and you can close your enquiry at any time. needadisco.com has hundreds of safety and quality checked DJs available for all types of events being held in Alcester - weddings, birthdays, socials, children's parties, school discos, corporate events - you name it! | |
How much should I expect to pay for an Alcester DJ? For an entry level DJ you can expect to pay anything from £150 upwards for a small evening function. A more realistic amount if you are looking for an experienced DJ with a good standard of audio and lighting equipment and positive feedback from recent customers would be in the region of £193 - £303 for an evening event. If you are looking for a professional DJ with an impeccable and long-standing feedback record for an important event such as a wedding reception you can easily add another 50-100% to these amounts. Remember - for most parties the DJ is the one aspect that will be remembered long after the cake, buffet or wedding dress - and you really want it to be for the right reasons! | |
I'm having a party in Alcester and I've never booked a DJ before! needadisco.com makes it really easy for you to find a suitable mobile DJ for your party. Simply provide a few details about your plans and let our members contact you with further information about what they can offer and a quotation. Then you can pick the one you like the sound of and book them directly. There's no middlemen agencies involved and no commission to pay. We have DJs based in Alcester and the surrounding areas willing to travel. | |
What other party services do you provide in Alcester? Many of our DJs also offer other popular party services - such as dancefloor hire, photo booths, LOVE letters, and some even provide photography, catering, venue decoration, bouncy castle hire and much more! You can request quotes for any or all of these products and services and choose your favourites in your own time. |