Quality and Safety-Checked DJs for your Wedding, Party or Event
needadisco.com is the only DJ finder website that undertakes detailed checks to rate its members covering Gateshead, Dunston, Team Valley, Kibblesworth for quality and safety so that you can book in confidence
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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 Gateshead have an average score of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 37 verified customer reviews!
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The following DJs are available to book for events in Gateshead, Dunston, Team Valley, Kibblesworth
The top 2 best mobile discos / DJs available for weddings, parties and events in Gateshead are...
- The Boogie Knight - Professional Disco And Karaoke. Choose The Knight!
- The Disco Co - Not All Discos Are The Same...
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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 Boogie Knight
Professional Disco And Karaoke. Choose The Knight!
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4.8 out of 5 | 29 trusted reviews
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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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Typical DJ Prices in Gateshead
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 Gateshead 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 Gateshead party or event.
We costed DJs for a typical Wedding Reception in Gateshead
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 - £195 | £195 - £306 | £306 - £460 |
We costed DJs for an ALL DAY Wedding in Gateshead
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 - £310 | £310 - £490 | £490 - £690 |
We costed DJs for an Adult Evening Function in Gateshead
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 - £162 | £162 - £242 | £242 - £420 |
We costed DJs for a Children's Party in Gateshead
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 - £153 | £153 - £221 | £221 - £280 |
What type of DJ is right for my party?
You can expect a low-cost DJ in Gateshead 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 Gateshead, 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 Gateshead 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 Gateshead based on customer feedback!
Venues for hire in and around Gateshead
Are you looking for a suitable venue to hire in or around Gateshead? 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 Gateshead - for full details click on any venue name!
3 in Gateshead / 8 nearby
in Gateshead (NE11 - 3 options) - More Details
Marriott Newcastle Metro Centre, Metro Centre
Newcastle Marriott Metro Centre, Marconi Way, Metro Centre
Ravensdene Lodge Hotel, 55 Consett Rd, Lobley Hill
Nearby (8 options)
Beamish Hall Hotel, Stanley DH9
Eslington Villa, Gateshead NE9
Gibside Hotel, Newcastle upon Tyne NE16
Hilton Newcastle Gateshead Hotel, Gateshead NE8
Leonardo Hotel (Jurys) Newcastle Gateshead Quays, Gateshead NE8
Moorings Hotel, Chester le Street DH2
South Causey Inn, Stanley DH9
The Angel View Inn, Gateshead NE9
0 in Gateshead / 1 nearby
1 in Gateshead / 24 nearby
in Gateshead (NE11 - 1 options) - More Details
St Andrews Church Hall, Lamesley Crossroads, Lamesley
Nearby (24 options)
Allerdene Community Centre, Gateshead NE9
Annfield Plain & District Community Centre, Stanley DH9
Brockwell Centre (Pelton Fell Community Partnership), Chester le Street DH2
Bullion Hall, Chester le Street DH2
Burnopfield Community Centre, Newcastle upon Tyne NE16
Craghead Village Hall, Stanley DH9
Deckham Community Centre, Gateshead NE8
Eighton Banks Village Hall, Gateshead NE9
Gateshead Civic Centre, Gateshead NE8
Malton Green Village Hall, Gateshead NE9
Marley Hill Community Centre, Newcastle upon Tyne NE16
Nettlesworth Community Centre, Chester le Street DH2
Ouston Community Centre, Chester le Street DH2
Pelton Community Centre, Chester le Street DH2
Plawsworth & Kimblesworth Community Centre, Chester le Street DH2
Springwell Village Hall, Gateshead NE9
St Stevens Centre, Stanley DH9
Stanley Civic Theatre (Alun Armstrong), Stanley DH9
Sts James & Bede Parish Church, Gateshead NE8
Waldridge Fell Village Hall, Chester le Street DH2
Waldridge Parish Communal Rooms, Chester le Street DH2
West Pelton Methodist Hall, Chester le Street DH2
Whickham Community Centre, Newcastle upon Tyne NE16
Wrekenton Community Centre, Gateshead NE9
6 in Gateshead / 49 nearby
in Gateshead (NE11 - 6 options) - More Details
Dunston Excelsior Working Mens Club, Dunston Staithes Rd, Dunston
Dunston Freemasons Hall, 29 Holmside Avenue, Dunston
Dunston Social Club (The Clav), Ravensworth Road
Holmeside Hall Social Club, Myrtle Avenue
Kibblesworth Working Mens Club, Kibblesworth
Nearby (49 options)
A1 Allerdene Social Club, Gateshead NE9
Annfield Plain Cricket Club, Stanley DH9
Annfield Plain Democratic Club & Institute (The Demi), Stanley DH9
Associates Private Club, Gateshead NE9
Beamish & East Stanley Sports Club, Stanley DH9
Beamish Park Golf Club, Stanley DH9
Blaydon Rugby Club, Newcastle upon Tyne NE16
Burnopfield Cricket Club, Newcastle upon Tyne NE16
Burnopfield Victory Club, Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE16
Craghead Social Club, Stanley DH9
Craghead Victory Social Club, Stanley DH9
Dipton Social Club, Stanley DH9
East Stanley Working Mens Club, Stanley DH9
Gateshead Corporation Sports & Social Club, Gateshead NE8
Gateshead Fell Cricket Club, Gateshead NE9
Gateshead Leisure Centre, Gateshead NE8
Gateshead Masonic Hall, Gateshead NE8
Gateshead Railway Club, Gateshead NE8
Gateshead Rugby Football Club, Gateshead NE9
Grange Villa Working Mens Club, Durham DH2
Greencroft Social Club, Gateshead NE9
High Fell Social (Working Mens) Club, Gateshead NE9
Hobson Golf Club, Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE16
Kimblesworth Cricket Club, Chester-le-Street DH2
New Kyo Constitutional Club (Monkey Club), Stanley DH9
Nursery House Working Mens Club, Gateshead NE8
Ouston & District Social Club, Chester le Street DH2
Oxhill Central Club, Stanley DH9
Pelton RAOB Club (The Buffs), Chester le Street DH2
Powerleague Gateshead, Gateshead NE8
Ravensworth Golf Club, Gateshead NE9
Roseberry Grange Community Golf Club, Chester le Street DH2
Royal British Legion Gateshead, Gateshead NE8
Saltwell Social Club, Gateshead NE8
South Moor Excelsior Club, Stanley DH9
South Moor Golf Club, Stanley DH9
South Moor Social Working Mens Club, Stanley DH9
Springwell Village Social Club, Gateshead NE9
Stanley Central Club, Stanley DH9
Stanley Empire Working Mens Club, Stanley DH9
Stanley Masonic Hall, Stanley DH9
Stormont Main Working Mens Club, Gateshead NE9
Sunniside Working Mens Social Club, Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE16
Tanfield Lea Working Mens Club, Stanley DH9
Teams & District Social Club, Gateshead NE8
Thomas Wilson Working Mens Club & Institute, Gateshead NE9
Tyneview Social Club, Gateshead NE8
Whickham Social Club, Newcastle upon Tyne NE16
Whitehill Park Tenants Social Club, Chester le Street DH2
1 in Gateshead / 1 nearby
in Gateshead (NE11 - 1 options) - More Details
Lancastrian Conferencing Suite (Federation Brewery), Lancaster Rd, Dunston
Nearby (1 options)
BALTIC, Gateshead NE8
0 in Gateshead / 1 nearby
11 in Gateshead / 71 nearby
in Gateshead (NE11 - 11 options) - More Details
Ravensworth Arms, Lamesley
Royal Hotel, Railway St, Dunston
The Dun Cow, Ellison Road
The Highwayman, Whickham Highway
The Norwood, Malvern Gardens
The Queen Vic, Garden Walk, Metro Centre
The Ravensworth Arms, Greenford Lane, Lamesley
The Telegraph, Orchard St
The Tudor Rose, Collingwood Terrace
The Valley Farm, First Avenue, Team Valley Trading Estate
The Waggon Team, Lobley Hill Road
Nearby (71 options)
Bar So at the Royal Exeter Hotel, Bournemouth DH2
RiverBeat, Gateshead NE8
The Aletaster, Gateshead NE9
The Azure Blue, Gateshead NE8
The Ball Alley, Stanley DH9
The Bay Horse, Newcastle upon Tyne NE16
The Beamish Mary Inn, Stanley DH9
The Belle Vue, Gateshead NE9
The Bensham Jockey, Gateshead NE8
The Bird (Inn), Chester le Street DH2
The Black Bull, Gateshead NE8
The Black Horse, Stanley DH9
The Blue Bell, Gateshead NE8
The Blue Spider, Stanley DH9
The Bridle Path, Newcastle Upon Tyne NE16
The Burton House, Newcastle upon Tyne NE16
The Central, Gateshead NE8
The Cherry Tree, Chester le Street DH2
The Chester Moor Inn, Chester le Street DH2
The Church Mouse, Chester le Street DH2
The Clock, Gateshead NE9
The Coach & Horses, Stanley DH9
The Coach & Horses, Gateshead NE9
The Coachman, Newcastle upon Tyne NE16
The Crown, Newcastle upon Tyne NE16
The Crown, Gateshead NE8
The Falcon, Chester le Street DH2
The Fellsider, Newcastle Upon Tyne NE16
The Foresters Arms, Gateshead NE8
The Fosters Lodge, Stanley DH9
The Garden Farm, Chester le Street DH2
The Gateshead Arms, Gateshead NE9
The Globe, Gateshead NE8
The Gloucester, Gateshead NE8
The Gold Medal, Gateshead NE9
The Harry Clasper, Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE16
The Highwayman, Stanley DH9
The Hilltop, Stanley DH9
The Marquis Of Granby, Newcastle upon Tyne NE16
The Masons Arms, Stanley DH9
The New Plough, Newcastle upon Tyne NE16
The Newfield Inn, Chester le Street DH2
The Pack Horse, Newcastle upon Tyne NE16
The Park Lane (Highway), Gateshead NE8
The Plainsman, Stanley DH9
The Plough, Gateshead NE9
The Poachers Pocket, Newcastle upon Tyne NE16
The Potters Wheel, Newcastle upon Tyne NE16
The Prince Of Wales, Stanley DH9
The Punch Bowl, Stanley DH9
The Quarrymans Arms, Gateshead NE9
The Red Lion, Chester le Street DH2
The Red Lion , Chester le Street DH2
The Red Lion, Stanley DH9
The Royal, Stanley DH9
The Royal Oak Inn, Gateshead NE9
The Schooner, Gateshead NE8
The Seven Stars, Gateshead NE9
The Shakespeare Inn, Gateshead NE8
The Shepherd & Shepherdess, Stanley DH9
The Ship, Gateshead NE9
The Stirling House, Gateshead NE8
The Sun Inn, Newcastle upon Tyne NE16
The Three Tuns, Gateshead NE9
The Tilley Stone, Gateshead NE8
The Top House, Stanley DH9
The Towneley Arms, Stanley DH9
The Travellers Rest, Gateshead NE9
The Whickham House, Gateshead NE8
The Whitehills, Chester le Street DH2
The Woodmans Arms, Newcastle upon Tyne NE16
Gateshead DJ Booking Tips
For many, their choice of DJ for parties in Gateshead 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 Gateshead, Dunston, Team Valley, Kibblesworth 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 Gateshead. 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 Gateshead 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 Gateshead 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 Gateshead, 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 Gateshead.
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 Gateshead 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 Gateshead
needadisco.com has been helping arrange DJs and mobile discos for parties being held in Gateshead 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 Gateshead? 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 Gateshead are: - The Boogie Knight - The Disco Co | |
| How can I find a reliable DJ in Gateshead? 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 Gateshead - weddings, birthdays, socials, children's parties, school discos, corporate events - you name it! | |
| How much should I expect to pay for a Gateshead 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 £195 - £306 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 Gateshead 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 Gateshead and the surrounding areas willing to travel. | |
| What other party services do you provide in Gateshead? 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. |