Quality and Safety-Checked DJs for your Wedding, Party or Event
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The following DJs are available to book for events in Scunthorpe, Bottesford, Holme, Raventhorpe, Twigmoor
The top 3 best mobile discos / DJs available for weddings, parties and events in Scunthorpe are...
- The Disco Co - Not All Discos Are The Same...
- Excalibur Mobile Disco - Today's Technology, Plus Years Of Experience
- Blue Flame Disco - Probably The Best Disco Around Since 1974
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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.
The Disco Co
Not All Discos Are The Same...
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4.9 out of 5 | 8 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.
Excalibur Mobile Disco
Today's Technology, Plus Years Of Experience
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4.8 out of 5 | 58 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!
Blue Flame Disco
Probably The Best Disco Around Since 1974
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4.7 out of 5 | 56 trusted reviews
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Typical DJ Prices in Scunthorpe
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 Scunthorpe 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 Scunthorpe party or event.
We costed DJs for a typical Wedding Reception in Scunthorpe
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 - £171 | £171 - £268 | £268 - £400 |
We costed DJs for an ALL DAY Wedding in Scunthorpe
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 - £270 | £270 - £430 | £430 - £600 |
We costed DJs for an Adult Evening Function in Scunthorpe
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 - £167 | £167 - £251 | £251 - £440 |
We costed DJs for a Children's Party in Scunthorpe
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 - £149 | £149 - £215 | £215 - £270 |
What type of DJ is right for my party?
You can expect a low-cost DJ in Scunthorpe 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 Scunthorpe, 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 Scunthorpe 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 Scunthorpe based on customer feedback!
Venues for hire in and around Scunthorpe
Are you looking for a suitable venue to hire in or around Scunthorpe? 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 Scunthorpe - for full details click on any venue name!
1 in Scunthorpe / 6 nearby
in Scunthorpe (DN16 - 1 options) - More Details
Wortley House Hotel, Rowlands Rd
Nearby (6 options)
Arties Mill Lodge, Brigg DN20
Cleatham Hall, Gainsborough DN21
Forest Pines Hotel & Golf Resort, Brigg DN20
Hickman Hill Hotel, Gainsborough DN21
San Pietro Hotel & Restaurant, Scunthorpe DN15
The Bridge (House) Hotel (Platforms), Scunthorpe DN15
0 in Scunthorpe / 6 nearby
Nearby (6 options)
Grayingham Walled Garden, Gainsborough DN21
Hemswell Court, Gainsborough DN21
Newstead Priory, Brigg DN20
Normanby Hall, Scunthorpe DN15
The Weston Rooms, Gainsborough DN21
Walcot Hall, Scunthorpe DN15
6 in Scunthorpe / 41 nearby
in Scunthorpe (DN16 - 6 options) - More Details
Ashby Community Centre, Everest Rd
Brumby Community Association, East Common Lane
Frodingham Community Association, Rowland Rd
Grange Farm Community Centre, Wesley Rd
Lincoln Gardens Community Centre, Stow Rd
Sunshine Hall, Ashby High St
Nearby (41 options)
6th Gainsborough Scouts, Gainsborough DN21
Althorpe William Stephenson (WS) Memorial Hall, Scunthorpe DN17
Blyton Memorial Hall, Gainsborough DN21
Broughton Village Hall, Brigg DN20
Burringham Village Hall, Scunthorpe DN17
Central Community Association, Scunthorpe DN15
Corringham Village Hall, Gainsborough DN21
Crowle & Ealand Playing Field Association (Pavilion), Scunthorpe DN17
Crowle Community Hall, Scunthorpe DN17
East Stockwith & Walkerith Village Hall, Gainsborough DN21
EAU Community Centre, Gainsborough DN21
Elsham Village Hall, Brigg DN20
Fillingham Village Hall, Gainsborough DN21
Gainsborough Community Centre, Gainsborough DN21
Garthorpe Village Hall, Scunthorpe DN17
Glentworth Village Hall, Gainsborough DN21
Greeson Hall Community Centre, Scunthorpe DN15
Hemswell & Harpswell Village Hall, Gainsborough DN21
Knaith Village Hall, Gainsborough DN21
Lea Village Hall, Gainsborough DN21
Lodge Moors Community Association, Scunthorpe DN15
Marton & Gate Burton Village Hall, Gainsborough DN21
Morton Village Hall, Gainsborough DN21
Park Community Centre, Scunthorpe DN15
Priory Lane Community Centre, Scunthorpe DN17
Riddings Community Centre, Scunthorpe DN17
Scawby Village Hall, Brigg DN20
Scotter Village Hall, Gainsborough DN21
Scotton Village Hall, Gainsborough DN21
Snitterby Village Hall, Gainsborough DN21
Springthorpe Village Hall, Gainsborough DN21
Taheras Function Hall, Scunthorpe DN15
The Village Hall Winteringham, Scunthorpe DN15
Upton cum Kexby Village Hall, Gainsborough DN21
Waddingham Jubilee Hall, Gainsborough DN21
Westcliffe Community Centre, Scunthorpe DN17
Willingham by Stow Village Hall, Gainsborough DN21
Willoughton Village Hall, Gainsborough DN21
Winterton Trinity Methodist Church, Scunthorpe DN15
Worlaby Village Hall, Brigg DN20
Wrawby Village Hall, Brigg DN20
10 in Scunthorpe / 28 nearby
in Scunthorpe (DN16 - 10 options) - More Details
Appleby Frodingham Works SC, Brumby Hall, Ashby Rd
Ashby Constitutional Club, Everest Road
Ashby Mill Road Club, Modder St
Ashby Mill Road Club, Modder Street
Brumby Hall Sports & Social Club, Ashby Road
Holme Hall Golf Club, Holme Lane
Redbourn Sports & Social Club, Cemetery Rd
Scunthorpe RAOB Club, Bottesford Road
Scunthorpe Rugby Club (Heslam Park), Ashby Rd
St Bernadettes Social Club, 346 Ashby Rd
Nearby (28 options)
Alkborough Coronation Club, Scunthorpe DN15
Ashby Decoy Golf Club, Scunthorpe DN17
Ashdown Social Club, Scunthorpe DN15
Brigg & District Servicemens Club, Brigg DN20
Brigg Town Football Club, Brigg DN20
Broughton Working Mens Club, Brigg DN20
Butcher Nook Club, Gainsborough DN21
Cole Street Sports & Social Club, Scunthorpe DN15
Crowle Liberal Working Mens Club, Scunthorpe DN17
Fedoras Club (Ferry Road Club), Scunthorpe DN15
Folly Field, Scunthorpe DN17
Foxhills Institute, Scunthorpe DN15
Frodingham Road WM Club, Scunthorpe DN15
Gainsborough Conservative Club, Gainsborough DN21
Gainsborough Liberal Club, Gainsborough DN21
Gainsborough Trinity Supporters Club (The Blues Club), Gainsborough DN21
Gainsborough United Services Club, Gainsborough DN21
Gladstone House Social Club, Gainsborough DN21
Hilltop Social & Recreational Club, Gainsborough DN21
Keadby & Althorpe Working Mens Club, Scunthorpe DN17
Polish Social Centre, Scunthorpe DN15
Riverside Social Venue, Gainsborough DN21
Robert Holme Hall Hospital Sports & Social Club, Scunthorpe DN15
Scunthorpe United Football Club (Glanford Park), Scunthorpe DN15
The Emerald Club, Scunthorpe DN15
Westlands Club, Scunthorpe DN15
Winterton Rangers Football Club, Scunthorpe DN15
Winterton Working Mens Club, Scunthorpe DN15
0 in Scunthorpe / 2 nearby
10 in Scunthorpe / 61 nearby
in Scunthorpe (DN16 - 10 options) - More Details
Glennys Bar, 130-132 Cottage Beck Road
The Beckwood, Holme Hall Avenue
The Crown Inn, Ashby High St
The Lincoln Imp, Gloucester Avenue
The Malt Shovel, 219 Ashby High Street
The Open Hearth, Warley Road
The Priory, Ashby Road
The Queen Bess, Derwent Road
The Queensway, Ashby Road
The Sherpa Hotel, Grange Lane South
Nearby (61 options)
Beacon Hotel, Scunthorpe DN17
Black Beauty, Scunthorpe DN17
Royal Hotel, Scunthorpe DN15
The Auld South Yorkshire Inn, Scunthorpe DN17
The Bay Horse Inn, Scunthorpe DN15
The Beckett Arms, Gainsborough DN21
The Black Beauty, Scunthorpe DN17
The Blue Bell Inn, Scunthorpe DN15
The Butchers Arms, Scunthorpe DN15
The Butchers Arms, Scunthorpe DN15
The Canute, Gainsborough DN21
The Desert Rat, Scunthorpe DN17
The Eight Jolly Brewers, Gainsborough DN21
The Elm Cottage, Gainsborough DN21
The Ferry House, Gainsborough DN21
The Ferry House Inn, Scunthorpe DN15
The Grosvenor, Scunthorpe DN15
The Haymaker, Brigg DN20
The Highfield House, Scunthorpe DN15
The Honest Lawyer, Scunthorpe DN15
The Horse & Jockey, Gainsborough DN21
The Ingleby Arms, Scunthorpe DN17
The Ingleby Arms, Gainsborough DN21
The Ingram Arms, Gainsborough DN21
The Jolly Miller, Brigg DN20
The Jolly Sailor, Scunthorpe DN15
The Lincolnshire Otter, Gainsborough DN21
The Lord Nelson (Hardys Cafe Bar), Brigg DN20
The Lord Roberts, Scunthorpe DN15
The Mallard, Scunthorpe DN17
The Maltings, Gainsborough DN21
The Marquis Of Granby, Gainsborough DN21
The Mary Rose, Scunthorpe DN15
The Nelthorpe Arms, Brigg DN20
The Old Farmhouse, Scunthorpe DN15
The Peacock, Gainsborough DN21
The Penny Bank, Scunthorpe DN15
The Pied Piper, Scunthorpe DN17
The Pig & Whistle, Scunthorpe DN15
The Queens Head, Gainsborough DN21
The Red Lion, Brigg DN20
The River Don Tavern, Scunthorpe DN17
The Riveter, Scunthorpe DN15
The Rose & Crown, Gainsborough DN21
The Shires, Gainsborough DN21
The Stags Head, Gainsborough DN21
The Sun & Anchor, Gainsborough DN21
The Sutton Arms, Brigg DN20
The Sweyn Forkbeard, Gainsborough DN21
The Take A Gander, Scunthorpe DN17
The Three Horseshoes, Scunthorpe DN17
The Three Horseshoes, Gainsborough DN21
The Trent Port, Gainsborough DN21
The Warren Lodge, Scunthorpe DN15
The White Hart, Brigg DN20
The White Hart, Gainsborough DN21
The White Horse, Brigg DN20
The White Swan, Gainsborough DN21
The Woolpack Hotel, Brigg DN20
The Yarborough Hunt, Brigg DN20
Winteringham Fields, Scunthorpe DN15
Scunthorpe DJ Booking Tips
For many, their choice of DJ for parties in Scunthorpe 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 Scunthorpe, Bottesford, Holme, Raventhorpe, Twigmoor 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 Scunthorpe. 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 Scunthorpe 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 Scunthorpe 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 Scunthorpe, 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 Scunthorpe.
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 Scunthorpe 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 Scunthorpe
needadisco.com has been helping arrange DJs and mobile discos for parties being held in Scunthorpe 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 Scunthorpe? 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 Scunthorpe are: - The Disco Co | |
| How can I find a reliable DJ in Scunthorpe? 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 Scunthorpe - weddings, birthdays, socials, children's parties, school discos, corporate events - you name it! | |
| How much should I expect to pay for a Scunthorpe 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 £171 - £268 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 Scunthorpe 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 Scunthorpe and the surrounding areas willing to travel. | |
| What other party services do you provide in Scunthorpe? 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. |