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 Merthyr Tydfil have an average score of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 111 verified customer reviews!
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The following DJs are available to book for events in Merthyr Tydfil, Cyfarthfa, Pant, Merthyr Vale, Troed-y-Rhiw, Vaynor, Pentrebach
The top 7 best mobile discos / DJs available for weddings, parties and events in Merthyr Tydfil are...
- Viking Disco - Music Is What Feelings Sound Like
- Rockbox Roadshow - Quality Affordable Full Time Mobile Disco
- DJ Diamond Dust - Party & Wedding DJ. Events, Teens & Kids Parties
- Knightmoves Discos & Karaoke - All Children's Events Catered For At A Great Price
- Rikki's Mobile Disco and Events - Dedicated To Making Your Party A Success!
- Route 66 Roadshow - A Mobile Disco For All Occasions 100% Reliable
- OSE Events - One Stop Shop For Your Event Services
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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.
Viking Disco
Music Is What Feelings Sound Like
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4.9 out of 5 | 21 trusted reviews
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Rockbox Roadshow
Quality Affordable Full Time Mobile Disco
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4.7 out of 5 | 19 trusted reviews
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DJ Diamond Dust
Party & Wedding DJ. Events, Teens & Kids Parties
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4.6 out of 5 | 16 trusted reviews
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Knightmoves Discos & Karaoke
All Children's Events Catered For At A Great Price
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4.8 out of 5 | 17 trusted reviews
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GOLD DJmark Award Holders
Gold is the mid level award 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.
Rikki's Mobile Disco and Events
Dedicated To Making Your Party A Success!
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4.8 out of 5 | 11 trusted reviews
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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!
Route 66 Roadshow
A Mobile Disco For All Occasions 100% Reliable
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4.7 out of 5 | 27 trusted reviews
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OSE Events
One Stop Shop For Your Event Services
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Typical DJ Prices in Merthyr Tydfil
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 Merthyr Tydfil 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 Merthyr Tydfil party or event.
We costed DJs for a typical Wedding Reception in Merthyr Tydfil
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 |
|---|---|---|
| £150 - £183 | £183 - £288 | £288 - £430 |
We costed DJs for an ALL DAY Wedding in Merthyr Tydfil
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 |
|---|---|---|
| £225 - £290 | £290 - £460 | £460 - £650 |
We costed DJs for an Adult Evening Function in Merthyr Tydfil
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 |
|---|---|---|
| £125 - £158 | £158 - £238 | £238 - £420 |
We costed DJs for a Children's Party in Merthyr Tydfil
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 |
|---|---|---|
| £100 - £160 | £160 - £231 | £231 - £290 |
What type of DJ is right for my party?
You can expect a low-cost DJ in Merthyr Tydfil 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 Merthyr Tydfil, 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 Merthyr Tydfil 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 Merthyr-Tydfil based on customer feedback!
Venues for hire in and around Merthyr Tydfil
Are you looking for a suitable venue to hire in or around Merthyr Tydfil? 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 Merthyr Tydfil - for full details click on any venue name!
0 in Merthyr Tydfil / 8 nearby
Nearby (8 options)
Castle Hotel, Merthyr Tydfil CF47
Dare Valley Country Park, Aberdare CF44
Glangrwyney Court, Crickhowell NP8
Gliffaes Country House Hotel, Crickhowell NP8
Manor Hotel, Crickhowell NP8
Norton Manor Hotel, Presteigne LD8
Old Rectory Hotel, Crickhowell NP8
Ty Newydd Country Hotel, Aberdare CF44
0 in Merthyr Tydfil / 4 nearby
Nearby (4 options)
Bedwellty House, Tredegar NP22
Glanusk Estate, Crickhowell NP8
Llancaiach Fawr Manor, Treharris CF46
Porthmawr Country House, Crickhowell NP8
1 in Merthyr Tydfil / 20 nearby
in Merthyr Tydfil (CF48 - 1 options) - More Details
Willows Centre, Bridge Street, Troedyrhiw
Nearby (20 options)
Abercynon Community Centre, Mountain Ash CF45
Abertysswg Community Centre, Tredegar NP22
Arkwright Hall, Presteigne LD8
Clarence Hall, Crickhowell NP8
Crickhowell Parish Hall, Crickhowell NP8
Cwmdu Village Hall, Crickhowell NP8
Evenjobb Village Hall, Presteigne LD8
Fir Tree Centre, Treharris CF46
Fochriw Community Centre, Bargoed CF81
Glangrwyney Village Hall, Crickhowell NP8
Kinnerton Village Hall, Presteigne LD8
Llanbedr Village Hall, Crickhowell NP8
Llangattock Community Hall, Crickhowell NP8
Llangenny School Hall, Crickhowell NP8
Llangynidr Village Hall, Crickhowell NP8
Llwydcoed Community Centre, Aberdare CF44
Lower Rhymney Community Hall, Tredegar NP22
New Radnor Community Centre, Presteigne LD8
Quakers Yard Community Centre, Treharris CF46
Rhyd Hall, Tredegar NP22
12 in Merthyr Tydfil / 61 nearby
in Merthyr Tydfil (CF48 - 12 options) - More Details
Cefn Coed Rugby Club, Maes-Y-Garreg, Cefn-code-y-cymmer
Dowlais Labour Club & Institute, Vaughan St
Heolgerrig & District Recreation & Social Club, Penrhoel, Heolgerrig
Hills Plymouth Cricket Club, Dyffryn Rd, Pentrebach
Merthyr Tydfil (Cilsanws) Golf Club, Cloth Hall Lane, Cefn Coed
Merthyr Tydfil Leisure Centre, Merthyr Leisure Village
Merthyr Vale & Aberfan Social & Democratic Club, Aberfan Road, Aberfan
Merthyr Vale Ex-Servicemens Club (Daggers), Nixonville, Merthyr Vale
Morlais Castle Golf Club, Pant
Pentrebach & Abercanaid Working Mens Club, Tai Bach, Pentrebach
Troedyrhiw Boys & Girls Club, The Willows, Troedyrhiw
Troedyrhiw Ex-Servicemens Club, Bridge Street, Troedyrhiw
Nearby (61 options)
Abercwmboi Rugby Club (The Village), Aberdare CF44
Abercwmboi Social Club, Aberdare CF44
Abercynon Rugby Club, Mountain Ash CF45
Aberdare Golf Club, Aberdare CF44
Aberdare Masonic Hall, Aberdare CF44
Aberdare Rugby Club, Aberdare CF44
Aberdare Town Football Club (Aberaman Park), Aberdare CF44
Abertysswg Falcons Rugby Club, Tredegar NP22
Abertysswg Working Mens Club, Tredegar NP22
Arthur Balfour Conservative Club, Bargoed CF81
Balfour Constitutional Club (Jacabbs), Treharris CF46
Bargoed Golf Club, Bargoed CF81
Bargoed Labour Club, Bargoed CF81
Bargoed Rugby Club, Bargoed CF81
Bedlinog Constitutional Club, Treharris CF46
Bedlinog Rugby Club, Treharris CF46
Ceiber Social Club (Penrhiwceiber Legion), Mountain Ash CF45
Club Lennox, Bargoed CF81
Crickhowell Conservative Club, Crickhowell NP8
Cwmaman Institute, Aberdare CF44
Cwmaman Top Club, Aberdare CF44
Cwmdare Miners Welfare Social Club, Aberdare CF44
Cynon Valley Club, Aberdare CF44
Cynon Valley Indoor Bowls Centre, Mountain Ash CF45
Danygraig Labour Club, Treharris CF46
Deri Rugby Club, Bargoed CF81
Elliots Bar, Aberdare CF44
Fochriw Social Club, Bargoed CF81
Gilfach Working Mens Club & Institute, Bargoed CF81
Gurnos Social Club, Merthyr Tydfil CF47
Harlequin Bowling Club, Aberdare CF44
Hibernian Band Institute (The Mickeys), Mountain Ash CF45
Hirwaun Rugby Club, Aberdare CF44
Lindsay Constitutional Club, Mountain Ash CF45
Llwydcoed Football Club, Aberdare CF44
Martyrs Club & Institute, Merthyr Tydfil CF47
Merthyr Masonic Temple, Merthyr Tydfil CF47
Merthyr Town Football Club (Candac Suite), Merthyr Tydfil CF47
Merthyr Tydfil Conservative Club, Merthyr Tydfil CF47
Merthyr Tydfil Labour Club, Merthyr Tydfil CF47
Morgan Evans Social Club, Tredegar NP22
Mountain Ash Golf Club, Mountain Ash CF45
Mountain Ash Rugby Club, Mountain Ash CF45
Mountain Ash Workmens Club, Mountain Ash CF45
Nelson Rugby Club, Treharris CF46
Nixons Club , Mountain Ash CF45
Penrhiwceiber Constitutional Club, Mountain Ash CF45
Penydarren Social Club, Merthyr Tydfil CF47
Penywaun Club, Aberdare CF44
Presteigne St Andrews FC Social Club, Presteigne LD8
RAFA Club Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil CF47
Rhigos Rugby Club, Aberdare CF44
The Belle Vue Inn, Tredegar NP22
The Club, Aberdare CF44
Tredegar Masonic Hall, Tredegar NP22
Tredegar RFC Sports & Social Club, Tredegar NP22
Tredegar Snooker Centre, Tredegar NP22
Whitbread Sports & Social Club, Tredegar NP22
Whitehall Golf Club, Treharris CF46
Willows Social Club, Tredegar NP22
Woodlands Sports & Social Club (ex-Ashvale), Tredegar NP22
0 in Merthyr Tydfil / 1 nearby
17 in Merthyr Tydfil / 66 nearby
in Merthyr Tydfil (CF48 - 17 options) - More Details
Pentrebach House (pub), Merthyr Road
The Bessemer Hotel, Hermon Close, Dowlais
The Bruce Hotel, Victoria Street, Dowlais
The Butchers Arms, Ponsticill, Pontsticill
The Cardigan Arms, Victoria Street, Dowlais
The Colliers Arms, Nightingale Street, Abercanaid
The Court of Requests Inn, Dynevor Street
The Drovers Arms, High Street, Cefn Coed
The Dynevor Arms, Ash Villa Ash Road, Troedyrhiw
The Guest Keen, High St, Dowlais
The Lord Raglan Inn, High Street, Cefn Coed
The Quarrymans Arms, Francis Terrace, Pant
The Red Cow, Ponsticill, Pontsticill
The Richards Arms, Chapel Street, Abercanaid
The Six Bells, Heolgerrig Road
The Stables View, Market Street, Dowlais
Y Pant Cad Ifor Inn, Pant
Nearby (66 options)
Britannia Inn, Crickhowell NP8
Brownys Bar, Mountain Ash CF45
Carne Park Hotel, Mountain Ash CF45
Glancynon Inn, Aberdare CF44
Jacs, Aberdare CF44
Mount Pleasant Hotel, Aberdare CF44
New Duffryn Hotel, Bargoed CF81
Plough Inn, Aberdare CF44
The Baileys Arms, Mountain Ash CF45
The Beaufort, Crickhowell NP8
The Bell, Crickhowell NP8
The Belle Vue, Merthyr Tydfil CF47
The Boncyff, Aberdare CF44
The Bush Hotel, Tredegar NP22
The Butchers Arms, Mountain Ash CF45
The Cambrian, Aberdare CF44
The Coach & Horses, Tredegar NP22
The Cross Inn, Aberdare CF44
The Cyfarthfa Arms, Merthyr Tydfil CF47
The Dragons Head, Crickhowell NP8
The Duffryn, Mountain Ash CF45
The Dukes Arms, Presteigne LD8
The Dynevor Arms, Treharris CF46
The Falcon Inn, Aberdare CF44
The Farmers Arms, Merthyr Tydfil CF47
The Farmers Arms, Tredegar NP22
The Farmers Arms, Crickhowell NP8
The Gadlys Arms, Aberdare CF44
The George Inn, Mountain Ash CF45
The Glandover Arms, Aberdare CF44
The Glosters Arms, Aberdare CF44
The Grawen Arms, Merthyr Tydfil CF47
The Hollybush, Treharris CF46
The Horse & Groom, Merthyr Tydfil CF47
The Jeffreys Arms, Mountain Ash CF45
The Lantern, Merthyr Tydfil CF47
The Lord Nelson, Bargoed CF81
The Mackworth Arms, Aberdare CF44
The Napiers Arms, Mountain Ash CF45
The Navigation House, Mountain Ash CF45
The Neuadd Wen Inn, Bargoed CF81
The New Inn, Aberdare CF44
The Oak, Tredegar NP22
The Olympia, Tredegar NP22
The Pickled Pepper, Aberdare CF44
The Prince Of Wales , Aberdare CF44
The Prince of Wales, Aberdare CF44
The Radnor Arms, Presteigne LD8
The Radnorshire Arms, Presteigne LD8
The Railway Tavern, Tredegar NP22
The Red Lion, Crickhowell NP8
The Red Lion Hotel, Crickhowell NP8
The Rhyd Hall, Tredegar NP22
The Rose and Crown, Merthyr Tydfil CF47
The Royal Arms Hotel, Tredegar NP22
The Royal Oak, Presteigne LD8
The Tafarn Ty Uchaf (Top House), Tredegar NP22
The Tredegar Arms Hotel, Tredegar NP22
The White Lion, Aberdare CF44
The Windsor Arms, Tredegar NP22
The Wyndham Arms, Merthyr Tydfil CF47
The Ynyscynon Inn, Aberdare CF44
Tregenna Hotel, Merthyr Tydfil CF47
Tynte Hotel, Mountain Ash CF45
Y Dic Penderyn, Merthyr Tydfil CF47
Yr Ieuan Ap Lago, Aberdare CF44
Merthyr Tydfil DJ Booking Tips
For many, their choice of DJ for parties in Merthyr Tydfil 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 Merthyr Tydfil, Cyfarthfa, Pant, Merthyr Vale, Troed-y-Rhiw, Vaynor, Pentrebach 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 Merthyr Tydfil. 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 Merthyr Tydfil 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 Merthyr Tydfil 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 Merthyr Tydfil, 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 Merthyr Tydfil.
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 Merthyr Tydfil 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 Merthyr Tydfil
needadisco.com has been helping arrange DJs and mobile discos for parties being held in Merthyr Tydfil 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 Merthyr Tydfil? 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 Merthyr Tydfil are: - Viking Disco - Rockbox Roadshow - DJ Diamond Dust - Knightmoves Discos & Karaoke | |
| How can I find a reliable DJ in Merthyr Tydfil? 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 Merthyr Tydfil - weddings, birthdays, socials, children's parties, school discos, corporate events - you name it! | |
| How much should I expect to pay for a Merthyr Tydfil 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 £183 - £288 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 Merthyr Tydfil 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 Merthyr Tydfil and the surrounding areas willing to travel. | |
| What other party services do you provide in Merthyr Tydfil? 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. |