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 Southsea have an average score of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 110 verified customer reviews!
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The following DJs are available to book for events in Southsea
The top 8 best mobile discos / DJs available for weddings, parties and events in Southsea are...
- Infiniti Disco - Discos For Everyone And Every Occasion
- Sound Division - Mobile Entertainment
- City Nights Discos - Professional, Reliable DJs At Great Prices
- M.F.Events UK - Discos Of Distinction
- Black Light Disco - Working With You For A Happy Memorable Event
- MB Events Entertainment - Fuel Your Event With Unforgettable Entertainment!
- DJ Kharson - Let's Make Your Event A Hit
- Mike Parr DJ Hire - No tagline provided
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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.
Infiniti Disco
Discos For Everyone And Every Occasion
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4.9 out of 5 | 31 trusted reviews
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Sound Division
Mobile Entertainment
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4.9 out of 5 | 59 trusted reviews
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City Nights Discos
Professional, Reliable DJs At Great Prices
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5.0 out of 5 | 6 trusted reviews
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M.F.Events UK
Discos Of Distinction
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4.8 out of 5 | 7 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.
Black Light Disco
Working With You For A Happy Memorable Event
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4.9 out of 5 | 7 trusted reviews
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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.
MB Events Entertainment
Fuel Your Event With Unforgettable Entertainment!
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DJ Kharson
Let's Make Your Event A Hit
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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!
Mike Parr DJ Hire
No tagline provided
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Typical DJ Prices in Southsea
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 Southsea 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 Southsea party or event.
We costed DJs for a typical Wedding Reception in Southsea
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 - £203 | £203 - £319 | £319 - £480 |
We costed DJs for an ALL DAY Wedding in Southsea
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 - £320 | £320 - £510 | £510 - £720 |
We costed DJs for an Adult Evening Function in Southsea
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 - £187 | £187 - £281 | £281 - £490 |
We costed DJs for a Children's Party in Southsea
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 Southsea 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 Southsea, 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 Southsea 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 Southsea based on customer feedback!
Venues for hire in and around Southsea
Are you looking for a suitable venue to hire in or around Southsea? 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 Southsea - for full details click on any venue name!
2 in Southsea / 7 nearby
in Southsea (PO5 - 2 options) - More Details
Queens Hotel, Clarence Parade, Osbourne Rd
Victoria Hotel, 5-7 Malvern Rd
Nearby (7 options)
Hilton Portsmouth, Portsmouth PO6
Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth PO1
Holiday Inn Portsmouth, Portsmouth PO1
Langstone Hotel, Hayling Island PO11
Marriott Hotel Portsmouth, Portsmouth PO6
Newtown House Hotel, Hayling Island PO11
Royal Beach Hotel, Southsea PO4
0 in Southsea / 5 nearby
Nearby (5 options)
Royal Marines Museum, Southsea PO4
South Parade Pier, Southsea PO4
Square Tower, Portsmouth PO1
Stansted Park, Havant PO9
Tournerbury Woods Estate (Woods Cottage), Hayling Island PO11
2 in Southsea / 34 nearby
in Southsea (PO5 - 2 options) - More Details
Somerstown Community Centre (Southsea Community Association), Rivers Street
Southsea Community Centre, King St
Nearby (34 options)
Bedhampton Social Hall, Havant PO9
Blue Lagoon, Portsmouth PO2
Buckland Community Centre, Portsmouth PO2
Charles Dickens Centre, Portsmouth PO1
Cockleshell Community Centre, Southsea PO4
Cosham Community Centre, Portsmouth PO6
Drayton Centre, Portsmouth PO6
Eastney Community Centre, Southsea PO4
Fratton Community Centre, Portsmouth PO1
Groundlings Theatre, Portsmouth PO1
Havelock Community Centre, Southsea PO4
Hayling Island Community Centre, Hayling Island PO11
Highbury Community Centre, Portsmouth PO6
Hillside & Wymering Centre, Portsmouth PO6
John Pounds Centre, Portsmouth PO1
Landport Community Centre, Portsmouth PO1
Leigh Park Community Centre, Havant PO9
Milton Village Hall, Southsea PO4
North Hayling Recreation Hall, Hayling Island PO11
Northney Village Hall, Hayling Island PO11
Paulsgrove Community Centre & Social Club, Portsmouth PO6
Rowlands Castle Parish Hall, Havant PO9
St Andrews Church Hall, Portsmouth PO6
St Clares Church Hall, Havant PO9
St Faiths Church Hall, Havant PO9
St Francis Church, Havant PO9
St Margarets Parish Centre, Southsea PO4
St Marks Church Centre, Portsmouth PO2
St Nicholas Church, Portsmouth PO2
Stamshaw and Tipner Leisure (Community) Centre, Portsmouth PO2
Stride Centre, Havant PO9
The Pavilion, Portsmouth PO6
The Wardroom HMS Nelson, Portsmouth PO1
Wesley Centre, Portsmouth PO1
4 in Southsea / 43 nearby
in Southsea (PO5 - 4 options) - More Details
Dockyard Club, Onslow Road
Portsmouth Irish Club, 77 Elm Grove
Southsea Tennis Club, Clarence Esplanade
Waverley Bowling Club, Waverley Road
Nearby (43 options)
Alexandra Bowling & Social Club, Portsmouth PO2
Avenue Lawn Tennis & Squash Club, Havant PO9
BT Club Cosham, Portsmouth PO6
Carlton Club, Portsmouth PO6
Cosham Conservative Social Club, Portsmouth PO6
Cosham Masonic Hall, Portsmouth PO6
Cosham Social Club (Trades), Portsmouth PO6
David Lloyd Port Solent, Portsmouth PO6
Denvilles House Social Club (ex Con Club), Havant PO9
Eastney Cruising Association (ECA), Southsea PO4
Havant & Waterlooville FC, Havant PO9
Havant Ex Servicemens Club (ex-RBL), Havant PO9
Havant Leisure Centre (Horizon), Havant PO9
Havant Rugby Football Club, Havant PO9
Hayling Golf Club, Hayling Island PO11
Hayling Island Sailing Club (HISC), Hayling Island PO11
HMS Excellent, Portsmouth PO2
Leigh Park Trade Union Working Mens Club, Havant PO9
Moods, Havant PO9
Mountbatten Centre, Portsmouth PO2
Portsdown Conference Centre (Masonic Hall), Portsmouth PO6
Portsmouth (Fratton) Trade Union Club & Institute, Portsmouth PO1
Portsmouth Co-op Club, Portsmouth PO2
Portsmouth Football Club, Southsea PO4
Portsmouth Harbour Yacht Club, Portsmouth PO6
Portsmouth Labour Club, Portsmouth PO1
Portsmouth Rail Social Club, Portsmouth PO1
Portsmouth RAOB Club, Portsmouth PO2
Post Office Social Club, Portsmouth PO2
Rowlands Castle Golf Club, Havant PO9
Royal British Legion Cosham, Portsmouth PO6
Royal British Legion Hayling Island, Hayling Island PO11
Royal British Legion Portsmouth Fratton, Portsmouth PO1
Royal Maritime Club, Portsmouth PO1
Royal Naval Club and Royal Albert Yacht Club, Portsmouth PO1
Royal Naval Old Comrades Club (RNOC), Portsmouth PO1
Seacourt Tennis Club, Hayling Island PO11
Stamshaw Lake Angling Club, Portsmouth PO2
The Bellair Club, Havant PO9
The North End (Bowling) Club, Portsmouth PO2
The Rifle Club, Southsea PO4
The Westleigh at Havant & Waterlooville Football Club, Havant PO9
Watersedge Park Sport & Social Club, Portsmouth PO6
1 in Southsea / 3 nearby
in Southsea (PO5 - 1 options) - More Details
Pyramids Centre, Clarence Esplanade
Nearby (3 options)
Horizon Function Suite, Havant PO9
Lakeside Coastal Village, Hayling Island PO11
Spitbank Fort, Portsmouth PO1
0 in Southsea / 2 nearby
31 in Southsea / 103 nearby
in Southsea (PO5 - 31 options) - More Details
Ashbys Gastropub & Boutique Hotel, Auckland Road West
Drift, Palmerston Road
Goose on the V&A, Albert Road
Oddballs, 12 Clarendon Rd
Rocksbys, Clarence Esplanade
Rosies Vineyard, Elm Grove
Sant Yago , Clarendon Road
The Apsley House, Auckland Road West
The Auckland Arms, Netley Road
The Belle Isle, 39 Osborne Road
The Deco, 128 Elm Grove
The Duke Of Devonshire, 119 Albert Road
The Eldon Arms, Eldon Street
The Fifth Hants Volunteer Arms, 74 Albert Road
The Florence Arms, Florence Road
The Hole in the Wall, Great Southsea Street
The Honest Politician, 47 Elm Grove
The Jolly Sailor, 54 Clarence Parade
The King Street Tavern, 70 King St
The Kings (The Loft), 39 Albert Road
The Lawrence Arms, 63 Lawrence Road
The Lord Palmerston, 84 Palmerston Road
The Marmion, Marmion Road
The Old Vic, 104 St Pauls Rd
The One Eyed Dog, 177 Elm Grove
The Raven, Bedford Street
The Royal Albert, 115 Albert Road
The Southsea Village, 81 Palmerston Road
The Travellers Rest, Somers Road
The Wave Maiden, Osbourne Road
The White Horse, 51 Southsea Terrace
Nearby (103 options)
Bar 38, Portsmouth PO1
Inn On The Beach, Hayling Island PO11
Lilys Bar, Hayling Island PO11
Mr Pickwick, Southsea PO4
The Admiral Drake, Portsmouth PO2
The Artillery Arms, Southsea PO4
The Battle of Minden, Portsmouth PO1
The Bear Hotel, Havant PO9
The Birdcage at The Festing, Southsea PO4
The Blue Anchor, Portsmouth PO2
The Bold Forester, Southsea PO4
The Bridge Tavern, Portsmouth PO1
The British Queen (BQ), Portsmouth PO2
The Churchillian, Portsmouth PO6
The Clarence, Portsmouth PO2
The Coach & Horses, Portsmouth PO2
The Curlew, Havant PO9
The Dolphin, Portsmouth PO1
The Druids Arms, Portsmouth PO2
The Duke of Buckingham, Portsmouth PO1
The Duke Of Buckingham, Portsmouth PO1
The Eastfield Hotel, Southsea PO4
The Eastney Tavern, Southsea PO4
The Electric Arms, Portsmouth PO1
The First Post, Portsmouth PO6
The Fleet, Portsmouth PO1
The Florist, Portsmouth PO1
The Fort Cumberland Arms, Southsea PO4
The Fountain, Portsmouth PO2
The Fox, Havant PO9
The George & Dragon, Portsmouth PO2
The George Hotel, Portsmouth PO1
The Golden Eagle, Southsea PO4
The Golden Lion, Havant PO9
The Graham Arms, Portsmouth PO1
The Grapes, Portsmouth PO2
The Green Posts, Portsmouth PO2
The Harbour Lights, Portsmouth PO6
The Hayling Billy, Hayling Island PO11
The Heron, Havant PO9
The Invincible, Portsmouth PO1
The Isambard Kingdom Brunel, Portsmouth PO1
The Jameson Arms, Portsmouth PO1
The John Jacques, Portsmouth PO1
The Langbrook Farm, Havant PO9
The Lord Chichester, Portsmouth PO2
The Manor House, Portsmouth PO6
The Mars, Portsmouth PO1
The Maypole, Hayling Island PO11
The Meon Valley, Southsea PO4
The Mermaid, Portsmouth PO2
The Milton Arms, Southsea PO4
The Mother Shipton, Portsmouth PO2
The Nell Gwynne, Southsea PO4
The Newcome Arms, Portsmouth PO1
The Old Customs House, Portsmouth PO1
The Old House At Home, Southsea PO4
The Old House At Home, Havant PO9
The Olive Leaf, Hayling Island PO11
The Painters Arms, Portsmouth PO1
The Parchment Makers, Havant PO9
The Pelham Arms, Portsmouth PO2
The Phoenix, Portsmouth PO2
The Port House, Portsmouth PO6
The Portland, Portsmouth PO2
The Portsbridge, Portsmouth PO6
The Prince of Wales, Havant PO9
The Red White and Blue, Southsea PO4
The Robin Hood, Havant PO9
The Robin Hood Inn, Havant PO9
The Royal Marine Artillery Tavern (RMA), Southsea PO4
The Royal Oak, Havant PO9
The Royal Standard, Portsmouth PO1
The Rusty Cutter, Havant PO9
The Shearer Arms, Portsmouth PO1
The Ship & Castle, Portsmouth PO2
The Ship & Castle, Portsmouth PO1
The Ship Anson, Portsmouth PO1
The Sir Alec Rose, Portsmouth PO6
The Sir John Baker, Portsmouth PO2
The Sir Loin of Beef, Southsea PO4
The Six Bells, Havant PO9
The Sovereigns, Portsmouth PO2
The Spice Island Inn, Portsmouth PO1
The Star, Havant PO9
The Staunton Arms, Havant PO9
The Still & West Country House, Portsmouth PO1
The Sunshine Inn, Portsmouth PO6
The Swallow, Havant PO9
The Swan, Havant PO9
The Tap, Porstmouth PO2
The Thatched House, Southsea PO4
The Three Marines, Southsea PO4
The Trafalgar Arms, Portsmouth PO1
The Victoria & Albert, Southsea PO4
The Victory Pub, Portsmouth PO1
The Wellington, Portsmouth PO1
The West Town Inn, Hayling Island PO11
The Wheelwrights Arms, Havant PO9
The Wheelwrights Arms, Havant PO9
The Winchester Arms, Portsmouth PO2
The Yew Tree Inn, Hayling Island PO11
Tiger Tiger Portsmouth, Portsmouth PO1
Southsea DJ Booking Tips
For many, their choice of DJ for parties in Southsea 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 Southsea 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 Southsea. 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 Southsea 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 Southsea 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 Southsea, 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 Southsea.
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 Southsea 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 Southsea
needadisco.com has been helping arrange DJs and mobile discos for parties being held in Southsea 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 Southsea? 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 Southsea are: - Infiniti Disco - Sound Division - City Nights Discos - M.F.Events UK | |
| How can I find a reliable DJ in Southsea? 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 Southsea - weddings, birthdays, socials, children's parties, school discos, corporate events - you name it! | |
| How much should I expect to pay for a Southsea 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 £203 - £319 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 Southsea 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 Southsea and the surrounding areas willing to travel. | |
| What other party services do you provide in Southsea? 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. |