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 Kirknewton have an average score of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 1 verified customer reviews!
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The following DJs are available to book for events in Kirknewton
The top 9 best mobile discos / DJs available for weddings, parties and events in Kirknewton are...
- 5 Star Discos - Professional Wedding, Party And Corporate DJ
- Mobile Sounds Wedding and Disco - Creating Memories With Music For Over 40 Years
- DJ Ash - Professional Experienced Mobile DJ with 36yrs exp
- Lee Live: Wedding DJ - Now Performed At Over 1000 Weddings And Events
- Dance Away Mobile Disco - Music ... For All Your Special Occasions
- Wedding DJ Scotland - Your One Stop For DJs
- MG Entertainment - All Functions Catered For
- LG Jam Jockey - Mobile DJ Service Based In Central Scotland
- Bissett Events - Something For Everyone
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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.
5 Star Discos
Professional Wedding, Party And Corporate DJ
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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.
Mobile Sounds Wedding and Disco
Creating Memories With Music For Over 40 Years
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4.9 out of 5 | 1 trusted review
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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.
DJ Ash
Professional Experienced Mobile DJ with 36yrs exp
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Lee Live: Wedding DJ
Now Performed At Over 1000 Weddings And Events
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Dance Away Mobile Disco
Music ... For All Your Special Occasions
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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.
Wedding DJ Scotland
Your One Stop For DJs
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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!
MG Entertainment
All Functions Catered For
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LG Jam Jockey
Mobile DJ Service Based In Central Scotland
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Bissett Events
Something For Everyone
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Typical DJ Prices in Kirknewton
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 Kirknewton 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 Kirknewton party or event.
We costed DJs for a typical Wedding Reception in Kirknewton
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 - £274 | £274 - £431 | £431 - £650 |
We costed DJs for an ALL DAY Wedding in Kirknewton
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 - £440 | £440 - £690 | £690 - £970 |
We costed DJs for an Adult Evening Function in Kirknewton
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 - £183 | £183 - £275 | £275 - £480 |
We costed DJs for a Children's Party in Kirknewton
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 - £163 | £163 - £235 | £235 - £290 |
What type of DJ is right for my party?
You can expect a low-cost DJ in Kirknewton 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 Kirknewton, 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 Kirknewton 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 Kirknewton based on customer feedback!
Venues for hire in and around Kirknewton
Are you looking for a suitable venue to hire in or around Kirknewton? 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 Kirknewton - for full details click on any venue name!
1 in Kirknewton / 5 nearby
in Kirknewton (EH27 - 1 options) - More Details
Dalmahoy Hotel and Country Club
Nearby (5 options)
Bankton House Hotel, Livingston EH54
Cartland Bridge Hotel, Lanark ML11
Mercure Livingston Hotel (was Ramada), Livingston EH54
New Lanark Mill Hotel, Lanark ML11
Norton House Hotel and Spa, Newbridge EH28
1 in Kirknewton / 2 nearby
in Kirknewton (EH27 - 1 options) - More Details
Nearby (2 options)
Harburn House, Livingston EH55
The Barn at Harburn, West Calder EH55
1 in Kirknewton / 44 nearby
in Kirknewton (EH27 - 1 options) - More Details
Douglas Hall (St Marys Episcopal Church), Dalmahoy
Nearby (44 options)
Auchenheath Hall, Lanark ML11
Bellsquarry Village Hall, Livingston EH54
Blackwood Hall, Lanark ML11
Braehead Hall, Lanark ML11
Brockets Brae Hall, Lanark ML11
Brocketsbrae Hall, Lanark ML11
Carmondean Community Centre, Livingston EH54
Carnwath Town Hall, Lanark ML11
Carstairs Community Centre, Lanark ML11
Carstairs Junction Hall, Lanark ML11
Clovenstone Community Centre, Edinburgh EH14
Craigwillow Centre, Livingston EH54
Crofthead Community Centre, Livingston EH54
Currie Community Centre, Edinburgh EH14
Dolphinton Hall, West Linton EH46
East Calder Community Education Centre, Livingston EH53
Forestbank Community Centre, Livingston EH54
Fountain Hall, Lanark ML11
Gibson Craig Hall, Edinburgh EH14
Glespin Hall, Lanark ML11
Howden Park Centre, Livingston EH54
Juniper Green Church Hall, Edinburgh EH14
Juniper Green Community Centre (Village Hall), Edinburgh EH14
Kirkfieldbank Hall, Lanark ML11
Lanark Memorial Hall, Lanark ML11
Lanthorn Community Education Centre, Livingston EH54
Lesmahagow Jubilee Hall, Lanark ML11
Livingston Station Comm Centre, Livingston EH54
Longstone Community Centre, Edinburgh EH14
Mosswood Community Centre, Livingston EH54
Murieston Scout Hall, Livingston EH54
Nemphlar Hall, Lanark ML11
New Yearfield Community Centre, Livingston EH54
Newbigging Hall, Lanark ML11
Norwood Community Centre, Newbridge EH28
Pettinain Hall, Lanark ML11
Polbeth Village Hall, Livingston EH55
Ratho Community Centre, Newbridge EH28
Ravenstruther Hall, Lanark ML11
Rigside Hall, Lanark ML11
St Brides Hall, Lanark ML11
Tarbrax Hall, Livingston EH55
Tarbrax Village Hall, Livingston EH55
Uphall Station Institute Hall, Livingston EH54
0 in Kirknewton / 42 nearby
Nearby (42 options)
Baberton Golf Club, Edinburgh EH14
Bainfield Bowling & Social Club, Edinburgh EH14
Balerno Bowling Club, Edinburgh EH14
Bankton Mains Bowling Club, Livingston EH54
Blackwood Victoria Bowling Club, Lanark ML11
Boroughmuir Rugby & Community Sports Club, Edinburgh EH14
Coalburn Leisure Complex, Lanark ML11
Coalburn Miners Welfare Bowling Club, Lanark ML11
Craiglochart Leisure Centre, Edinburgh EH14
Craigshill Rugby Club (Almond Park), Livingston EH54
Currie Bowling Club, Edinburgh EH14
Currie Rugby Club, Edinburgh EH14
Deer Park Golf and Country Club, Livingston EH54
Douglas Water Golf Club, Lanark ML11
East Calder Bowling Club, Livingston EH53
East Calder Homing Society (Pigeon) Club (Doo Club), Livingston EH53
East Calder Social Club, Livingston EH54
Edinburgh Prison Officers Social Club, Edinburgh EH14
Grand Central, Livingston EH54
Hollandbush Golf Club, Lanark ML11
Lesmahagow & District Miners Social Club, Lanark ML11
Lesmahagow Bowling Club, Lanark ML11
Lesmahagow Miners Social Club, Lanark ML11
Letham Bowling Club, Livingston EH54
Livingston Letham Bowling Club, Livingston EH54
Livingston Rugby Club, Livingston EH54
Lodge Kirknewton & Ratho #85, Newbridge EH28
Lodge St Andrew #1587 Social Club, Livingston EH54
Loganlea Miners Club, Livingston EH55
Longstone Hearts Social Club, Edinburgh EH14
Newbridge Bowling Club, Newbridge EH28
North Merchiston Club (aka Boys Club), Edinburgh EH14
Prison Officers Social Club, Edinburgh EH14
Pumpherston Bowling Club, Livingston EH53
Pumpherston Golf Club, Livingston EH53
Pumpherston Institute Hall, Livingston EH53
Ratho Bowling Club, Newbridge EH28
Royal British Legion Forth, Lanark ML11
Scottish Assn of Young Farmers, Newbridge EH28
Slateford Bowling Club, Edinburgh EH14
Waterside Social Club, Edinburgh EH14
West Calder Bowling Club, Livingston EH55
0 in Kirknewton / 4 nearby
Nearby (4 options)
Edinburgh Conference Centre, Edinburgh EH14
Edinburgh International Climbing Arena, Newbridge EH28
Livingston FC Conference + Banqueting, Livingston EH54
West Lothian College Business Partnership Centre, Livingston EH54
0 in Kirknewton / 1 nearby
1 in Kirknewton / 35 nearby
in Kirknewton (EH27 - 1 options) - More Details
The Ratho Park, 101 Dalmahoy Road
Nearby (35 options)
Bridge Inn, Newbridge EH28
Tanners Lounge Bar & Restaurant, Edinburgh EH14
The Abbots Choice, Edinburgh EH14
The Black Bull Inn, Livingston EH53
The Blackwood Arms, Lanark ML11
The Brucefield Farm, Livingston EH54
The Central Inn, Livingston EH55
The Cross Keys Inn, Lanark ML11
The Crown Tavern, Lanark ML11
The Elm Tree Inn, Livingston EH54
The Firs, Livingston EH55
The Fork & Field, Livingston EH53
The Grey Horse, Edinburgh EH14
The Hailes, Edinburgh EH14
The Inn on the Loch, Lanark ML11
The Kilted Pig, Edinburgh EH14
The Kingsknowe Roadhouse, Edinburgh EH14
The Kinleith Mill, Edinburgh EH14
The Last Shift Inn, Lanark ML11
The Lime Kiln, Livingston EH54
The Masons Arms, Lanark ML11
The Masons Arms, Livingston EH55
The Masons Arms, Lanark ML11
The NewYearField, Livingston EH54
The Newyearfield, Livingston EH54
The Old Bakehouse, West Linton EH46
The Paraffin Lamp, Livingston EH54
The Pitstop, Livingston EH55
The Saltire, Livingston EH54
The Stirrup Stane, Livingston EH54
The Tower Bar, Livingston EH54
The Wallace Cave, Lanark ML11
The Weavers, Edinburgh EH14
The Westsider, Edinburgh EH14
The Woodpecker, Lanark ML11
Kirknewton DJ Booking Tips
For many, their choice of DJ for parties in Kirknewton 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 Kirknewton 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 Kirknewton. 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 Kirknewton 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 Kirknewton 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 Kirknewton, 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 Kirknewton.
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 Kirknewton 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 Kirknewton
needadisco.com has been helping arrange DJs and mobile discos for parties being held in Kirknewton 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 Kirknewton? 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 Kirknewton are: - 5 Star Discos | |
| How can I find a reliable DJ in Kirknewton? 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 Kirknewton - weddings, birthdays, socials, children's parties, school discos, corporate events - you name it! | |
| How much should I expect to pay for a Kirknewton 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 £274 - £431 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 Kirknewton 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 Kirknewton and the surrounding areas willing to travel. | |
| What other party services do you provide in Kirknewton? 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. |