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 Fordingbridge have an average score of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 186 verified customer reviews!
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The following DJs are available to book for events in Fordingbridge
The top 7 best mobile discos / DJs available for weddings, parties and events in Fordingbridge are...
- Sound Division - Mobile Entertainment
- Somerset Wedding DJ Services - For The Very Best In Mobile Discos
- M.F.Events UK - Discos Of Distinction
- Rockbox Roadshow - Quality Affordable Full Time Mobile Disco
- Disco Superstars - The Party Specialists
- Ruby Tunes Mobile Disco - We Can Provide You With A Night To Remember!
- DJ Richard Shire - Professional & Friendly DJ Service
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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.
Sound Division
Mobile Entertainment
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4.9 out of 5 | 59 trusted reviews
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Somerset Wedding DJ Services
For The Very Best In Mobile Discos
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4.8 out of 5 | 30 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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Rockbox Roadshow
Quality Affordable Full Time Mobile Disco
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4.7 out of 5 | 19 trusted reviews
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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.
Disco Superstars
The Party Specialists
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4.9 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.
Ruby Tunes Mobile Disco
We Can Provide You With A Night To Remember!
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4.8 out of 5 | 20 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.
DJ Richard Shire
Professional & Friendly DJ Service
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Typical DJ Prices in Fordingbridge
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 Fordingbridge 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 Fordingbridge party or event.
We costed DJs for a typical Wedding Reception in Fordingbridge
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 - £211 | £211 - £331 | £331 - £500 |
We costed DJs for an ALL DAY Wedding in Fordingbridge
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 - £340 | £340 - £530 | £530 - £740 |
We costed DJs for an Adult Evening Function in Fordingbridge
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 - £213 | £213 - £319 | £319 - £560 |
We costed DJs for a Children's Party in Fordingbridge
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 - £161 | £161 - £233 | £233 - £290 |
What type of DJ is right for my party?
You can expect a low-cost DJ in Fordingbridge 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 Fordingbridge, 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 Fordingbridge 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 Fordingbridge based on customer feedback!
Venues for hire in and around Fordingbridge
Are you looking for a suitable venue to hire in or around Fordingbridge? 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 Fordingbridge - for full details click on any venue name!
0 in Fordingbridge / 8 nearby
Nearby (8 options)
1777 (The Albion), Wimborne BH21
Burley Manor Hotel, Ringwood BH24
Crown Hotel, Lyndhurst SO43
Forest Lodge Hotel, Lyndhurst SO43
High Corner Inn, Ringwood BH24
Lyndhurst Park Hotel, Lyndhurst SO43
Moorhill House Hotel, Ringwood BH24
St Leonards Hotel, Ringwood BH24
0 in Fordingbridge / 11 nearby
Nearby (11 options)
Barford Park, Salisbury SP5
Deans Court, Wimborne BH21
Edmondsham House, Wimborne BH21
Hamptworth Estate, Salisbury SP5
Honeybrook, Wimborne BH21
Larmer Tree Gardens, Salisbury SP5
Merley House, Wimborne BH21
Orangery Suite, Wimborne BH21
Somerley, Ringwood BH24
Trafalgar Park, Salisbury SP5
Weddings in the Wood, Lyndhurst SO43
8 in Fordingbridge / 36 nearby
in Fordingbridge (SP6 - 8 options) - More Details
Alderholt Village Hall, Station Road, Alderholt
Avonway Community Centre, 36 Shaftesbury St
Breamore Village Hall (Hulse Hall), Salisbury Rd
Damerham Village Hall, Crossways Farm, Damerham
Godshill Village Hall, Woodgreen Road, Godshill
Hyde War Memorial Parish Hall, Blissford Hill, Frogham
St Marys Church, Church St
The Victoria Rooms, Bridge St
Nearby (36 options)
1st Poulner Scout Hall, Ringwood BH24
Alderbury Village Hall, Salisbury SP5
All Saints Church, Ringwood BH24
Allendale Community Centre, Wimborne BH21
Ashmore Village Hall, Salisbury SP5
Bishopstone Village Hall, Salisbury SP5
Bisterne Village Hall, Ringwood BH24
Bramshaw Village Hall, Lyndhurst SO43
Britford Memorial & Community Hall, Salisbury SP5
Coombe Bissett & Homington Village Hall, Salisbury SP5
Corfe Mullen Village Hall, Wimborne BH21
Cranborne Village Hall, Wimborne BH21
Greyfriars Community Centre, Ringwood BH24
Holt Village Hall, Wimborne BH21
Horton and Chalbury Village Hall, Wimborne BH21
Ibsley Village Hall, Ringwood BH24
Lyndhurst Community Centre, Lyndhurst SO43
Minstead Village Hall, Lyndhurst SO43
Nomansland Clubhouse, Salisbury SP5
Pamphill Village Hall, Wimborne BH21
Radnor Hall, Salisbury SP5
Ringwood Community Centre, Ringwood BH24
St Leonards & St Ives Village Hall, Ringwood BH24
St Michael & All Angels, Verwood BH31
Stapehill Village Hall, Wimborne BH21
Sturminster Marshall Memorial Hall, Wimborne BH21
The Hub, Verwood BH31
Three Legged Cross Village Hall, Wimborne BH21
Trinity Church Hall, Ringwood BH24
Verwood Memorial Hall, Verwood BH31
Verwood Parish Centre, Verwood BH31
Verwood Youth and Community Centre, Verwood BH31
Whiteparish Memorial Centre, Salisbury SP5
Wimborne St Giles Village Hall, Wimborne BH21
Winterslow Village Hall, Salisbury SP5
Woodlands Village Hall, Wimborne BH21
4 in Fordingbridge / 29 nearby
in Fordingbridge (SP6 - 4 options) - More Details
Alderholt Sports & Social Club, Ringwood Rd
Breamore Social Club, Breamore
The Hyde Club, Blissford Hill, Frogham
Nearby (29 options)
Alderbury Sports & Social Club, Salisbury SP5
Bramshaw Golf Club, Lyndhurst SO43
Brian Whitehead Social Club, Salisbury SP5
Burley Golf Club, Ringwood BH24
Cobham Sports & Social Club, Wimborne Minster BH21
Colehill Sports & Social Club, Wimborne Minster BH21
Cranborne Sports Club (Mick Loader Memorial), Wimborne BH21
Crane Valley Golf Club, Verwood BH31
David Lloyd Ringwood, Ringwood BH24
Dean Hill Sports & Social Club, Salisbury SP5
Downton Football Club, Salisbury SP5
Hamworthy Club, Wimborne BH21
Lyndhurst Workmens Club, Lyndhurst SO43
Merley Social Club, Wimborne BH21
Redlynch Sports & Social Club (Woodfalls), Salisbury SP5
Ringwood Conservative Club, Ringwood BH24
Ringwood Town Football Club & Community Hub, Ringwood BH24
Royal British Legion Corfe Mullen, Wimborne BH21
Royal British Legion Wimborne, Wimborne BH21
Rushmore Golf Club, Salisbury SP5
St Leonards & St Ives Ex Services Club, Ringwood BH24
The Hideaway (ex RBL), Verwood BH31
Verwood Sports & Social Club, Verwood BH31
Wimborne and Colehill Cricket Club, Wimborne BH21
Wimborne Conservative Club, Wimborne BH21
Wimborne Masonic Hall, Wimborne BH21
Wimborne Rugby Club, Wimborne BH21
Wimborne Town Football Club, Wimborne BH21
Witchampton & Crichel Club, Wimborne BH21
0 in Fordingbridge / 1 nearby
10 in Fordingbridge / 66 nearby
in Fordingbridge (SP6 - 10 options) - More Details
The Bat & Ball Inn, Salisbury Road, Breamore
The Cartwheel Inn, Whitsbury Road, Whitsbury
The Churchill Arms, Daggons Road, Alderholt
The Crown, 62 High St
The Fighting Cocks, Roger Penny Way, Godshill
The Foresters Arms, Abbots Well Road, Frogham
The George, Bridge Street
The Horse & Groom, Woodgreen
The Rose & Thistle, Rockbourne
The Royal Oak, Ringwood Road, North Gorley
Nearby (66 options)
Red Lion Inn, Wimborne BH21
Seven Fish, Ringwood BH24
The Albion Inn, Verwood BH31
The Alice Lisle, Ringwood BH24
The Barley Mow, Wimborne BH21
The Bell Inn Bramshaw, Lyndhurst SO43
The Black Horse, Salisbury SP5
The Black Horse Inn, Wimborne BH21
The Bull Hotel, Salisbury SP5
The Butchers Dog, Wimborne BH21
The Churchill Arms, Wimborne BH21
The Coach and Horses, Wimborne BH21
The Coventry Arms, Wimborne BH21
The Crown Stirrup, Lyndhurst SO43
The Crown Tap, Ringwood BH24
The Dorset Soldier, Wimborne Minster BH21
The Elm Tree Inn (The Barn), Ringwood BH24
The Fox & Goose, Salisbury SP5
The Fox & Hounds, Wimborne BH21
The Fox and Hounds, Lyndhurst SO43
The Ginger Fox, Wimborne BH21
The Green Dragon, Lyndhurst SO43
The Green Dragon, Salisbury SP5
The Hook & Glove, Salisbury SP5
The Horns, Wimborne BH21
The Horseshoe, Salisbury SP5
The King John Inn, Salisbury SP5
The Kings Head, Salisbury SP5
The Landford Poacher, Salisbury SP5
The Lord Nelson Arms, Salisbury SP5
The Mailmans Arms, Lyndhurst SO43
The Man in the Wall, Wimborne BH21
The Minster Arms, Wimborne BH21
The Monmouth Ash, Verwood BH31
The Noisy Lobster, Ringwood BH24
The Oddfellows Arms, Wimborne Minster BH21
The Old Thatch, Wimborne BH21
The Olive Branch, Wimborne BH21
The Original White Hart, Ringwood BH24
The Parish Lantern, Salisbury SP5
The Queens Head, Ringwood BH24
The Queens Head, Salisbury SP5
The Radnor Arms, Salisbury SP5
The Red Lion Inn, Wimborne BH21
The Red Shoot Inn, Ringwood BH24
The Rising Sun, Wimborne BH21
The Royal Oak, Lyndhurst SO43
The Sheaf of Arrows, Wimborne BH21
The Silver Plough, Salisbury SP5
The Sir Walter Tyrell, Lyndhurst SO43
The Swan, Lyndhurst SO43
The Swans, Verwood BH31
The Taphouse, Wimborne BH21
The Three Crowns at Whaddon, Salisbury SP5
The Three Legged Cross, Wimborne BH21
The Trusty Servant, Lyndhurst SO43
The Vintage Rooms (ex Bell Inn) (ex Glassblowers), Wimborne BH21
The Waterloo Arms, Lyndhurst SO43
The White Hart, Ringwood BH24
The White Hart, Salisbury SP5
The White Horse (The Stables), Salisbury SP5
The White Rabbit, Lyndhurst SO43
The Willett Arms, Wimborne BH21
The Wooden Spoon, Salisbury SP5
The Woodman, Ringwood BH24
Woodfalls Inn, Salisbury SP5
Fordingbridge DJ Booking Tips
For many, their choice of DJ for parties in Fordingbridge 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 Fordingbridge 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 Fordingbridge. 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 Fordingbridge 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 Fordingbridge 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 Fordingbridge, 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 Fordingbridge.
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 Fordingbridge 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 Fordingbridge
needadisco.com has been helping arrange DJs and mobile discos for parties being held in Fordingbridge 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 Fordingbridge? 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 Fordingbridge are: - Sound Division - Somerset Wedding DJ Services - M.F.Events UK - Rockbox Roadshow | |
| How can I find a reliable DJ in Fordingbridge? 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 Fordingbridge - weddings, birthdays, socials, children's parties, school discos, corporate events - you name it! | |
| How much should I expect to pay for a Fordingbridge 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 £211 - £331 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 Fordingbridge 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 Fordingbridge and the surrounding areas willing to travel. | |
| What other party services do you provide in Fordingbridge? 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. |