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 Shaftesbury 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 Shaftesbury
The top 8 best mobile discos / DJs available for weddings, parties and events in Shaftesbury are...
- Sound Division - Mobile Entertainment
- Somerset Wedding DJ Services - For The Very Best In Mobile Discos
- Nighthawk Mobile Disco & Karaoke - Mobile Disco &/or Karaoke To Fit Your Party Needs
- 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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Nighthawk Mobile Disco & Karaoke
Mobile Disco &/or Karaoke To Fit Your Party Needs
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4.9 out of 5 | 44 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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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!
DJ Richard Shire
Professional & Friendly DJ Service
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Typical DJ Prices in Shaftesbury
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 Shaftesbury 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 Shaftesbury party or event.
We costed DJs for a typical Wedding Reception in Shaftesbury
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 Shaftesbury
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 Shaftesbury
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 Shaftesbury
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 Shaftesbury 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 Shaftesbury, 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 Shaftesbury 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 Shaftesbury based on customer feedback!
Venues for hire in and around Shaftesbury
Are you looking for a suitable venue to hire in or around Shaftesbury? 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 Shaftesbury - for full details click on any venue name!
4 in Shaftesbury / 6 nearby
in Shaftesbury (SP7 - 4 options) - More Details
Coppleridge Inn, Motcombe
Hotel Grosvenor, The Commons
Royal Chase Hotel, Salisbury Road
The Grosvenor Arms, High St
Nearby (6 options)
Bishopstrow House Hotel & Spa, Warminster BA12
Farmers Hotel, Warminster BA12
Longleat House, Warminster BA12
The Bath Arms @ Horningsham, Warminster BA12
The George Inn, Warminster BA12
The Lamb at Hindon, Salisbury SP3
1 in Shaftesbury / 10 nearby
in Shaftesbury (SP7 - 1 options) - More Details
Springhead Trust, Fontmell Magna
Nearby (10 options)
Barford Park, Salisbury SP5
Bradley House, Warminster BA12
Chaffeymoor Grange, Gillingham SP8
Fonthill Estate - Bake Barn, Salisbury SP3
Hamptworth Estate, Salisbury SP5
Larmer Tree Gardens, Salisbury SP5
Old Wardour Castle, Salisbury SP3
Rye Hill Barn, Warminster BA12
The Manor Barn, Salisbury SP3
Trafalgar Park, Salisbury SP5
6 in Shaftesbury / 34 nearby
in Shaftesbury (SP7 - 6 options) - More Details
Charlton New Remembrance (Village) Hall, Ludwell
Fontmell Magna Village Hall, West Street, Fontwell Magna
Melbury Abbas and Cann Village Hall, Melbury Abbas
Motcombe Memorial Hall, The Street, Motcombe
Shaftesbury Youth Club, Coppice Street
Stour Row Village Hall, Dover St
Nearby (34 options)
Alderbury Village Hall, Salisbury SP5
Ashmore Village Hall, Salisbury SP5
Assembly Rooms, Warminster BA12
Bishopstone Village Hall, Salisbury SP5
Bowerchalke Village Hall, Salisbury SP3
Britford Memorial & Community Hall, Salisbury SP5
Codford Village Hall, Warminster BA12
Coombe Bissett & Homington Village Hall, Salisbury SP5
Corsley Reading Room, Warminster BA12
Dinton Village Hall, Salisbury SP3
East Knoyle Village Hall, Salisbury SP3
East Stour Village Hall, Gillingham SP8
Fane Hall, Warminster BA12
Hazelbury Bryan Village Hall, Sturminster Newton DT10
Horningsham Village Hall, Warminster BA12
Kingston Deverill Village Hall, Warminster BA12
Kington Magna Village Hall, Gillingham SP8
Longbridge Deverill Village Hall, Warminster BA12
Maiden Bradley Memorial Hall, Warminster BA12
Marnhull Village Hall, Sturminster Newton DT10
Nomansland Clubhouse, Salisbury SP5
Radnor Hall, Salisbury SP5
Shrewton Village Hall (Recreation Ground Hall), Salisbury SP3
Silton Village Hall, Gillingham SP8
Stalbridge Hall, Sturminster Newton DT10
Stourton Caundle Village Hall, Sturminster Newton DT10
Stourton Memorial Hall, Warminster BA12
Sutton Veny Village Hall, Warminster BA12
The Exchange, Sturminster Newton DT10
The Grove Building, Warminster BA12
Tisbury Victoria & Elizabeth Hall, Salisbury SP3
Warminster Civic Centre, Warminster BA12
Whiteparish Memorial Centre, Salisbury SP5
Winterslow Village Hall, Salisbury SP5
3 in Shaftesbury / 17 nearby
in Shaftesbury (SP7 - 3 options) - More Details
Royal British Legion Shaftesbury, Coppice St
Shaftesbury Football Club, Coppice St
Shaston Social Club, Bleke St
Nearby (17 options)
Alderbury Sports & Social Club, Salisbury SP5
Brian Whitehead Social Club, Salisbury SP5
Bullpits Golf Club, Gillingham SP8
Dean Hill Sports & Social Club, Salisbury SP5
Downton Football Club, Salisbury SP5
Gillingham Town Football Club, Gillingham SP8
Hindon Fellowship Club, Salisbury SP3
Mere Social Club, Warminster BA12
Redlynch Sports & Social Club (Woodfalls), Salisbury SP5
Royal British Legion Gillingham, Gillingham SP8
Royal British Legion Marnhull, Sturminster Newton DT10
Royal British Legion Sturminster Newton, Sturminster Newton DT10
Rushmore Golf Club, Salisbury SP5
Tisbury Football Club, Salisbury SP3
Warminster Cricket Club, Warminster BA12
Warminster Rugby Club, Warminster BA12
Warminster Town Football Club, Warminster BA12
1 in Shaftesbury / 2 nearby
in Shaftesbury (SP7 - 1 options) - More Details
The Heritage Suite, 43 Bell St
Nearby (2 options)
Center Parcs Longleat Forest, Warminster BA12
The Gathering Barn @ Keysley Farm, Warminster BA12
5 in Shaftesbury / 58 nearby
in Shaftesbury (SP7 - 5 options) - More Details
The Benett Arms, Semley
The Fontmell , Crown Hill, Fontmell Magna
The Half Moon, Salisbury Road
The Kings Arms, Bleke Street
The Rising Sun, Salisbury Road, Donhead St Mary
Nearby (58 options)
Howards House Hotel, Salisbury SP3
Hunters Moon, Warminster BA12
The Bath Arms, Warminster BA12
The Beckford Arms, Salisbury SP3
The Bell & Crown, Warminster BA12
The Bell & Crown, Warminster BA12
The Benett Arms, Salisbury SP3
The Black Horse, Salisbury SP5
The Buffalo Inn, Gillingham SP8
The Bull Hotel, Salisbury SP5
The Butt Of Sherry, Warminster BA12
The Carriers, Warminster BA12
The Cross Keys, Warminster BA12
The Crown, Sturminster Newton DT10
The Fox & Goose, Salisbury SP5
The Fox & Hounds, Salisbury SP3
The Fox and Hounds, Warminster BA12
The Green Dragon, Salisbury SP5
The Green Man, Sturminster Newton DT10
The Hook & Glove, Salisbury SP5
The Horseshoe, Salisbury SP5
The King John Inn, Salisbury SP5
The Kings Head, Warminster BA12
The Kings Head, Salisbury SP5
The Landford Poacher, Salisbury SP5
The Lord Nelson Arms, Salisbury SP5
The Masons Arms, Warminster BA12
The Nags Head, Warminster BA12
The Parish Lantern, Salisbury SP5
The Penruddocke Arms, Salisbury SP3
The Phoenix, Gillingham SP8
The Plough Inn, Sturminster Newton DT10
The Plume Of Feathers, Salisbury SP3
The Prince Leopold Inn, Warminster BA12
The Queens Head, Salisbury SP5
The Radnor Arms, Salisbury SP5
The Rainbow On The Lake, Salisbury SP3
The Red Lion, Warminster BA12
The Red Lion, Gillingham SP8
The Rose & Crown, Warminster BA12
The Rose & Crown, Salisbury SP3
The Royal Oak, Warminster BA12
The Silver Plough, Salisbury SP5
The Somerset Arms, Warminster BA12
The South Western, Salisbury SP3
The Stalbridge Arms, Sturminster Newton DT10
The Stapleton Arms, Gillingham SP8
The Three Crowns at Whaddon, Salisbury SP5
The Trooper, Sturminster Newton DT10
The Weymouth Arms, Warminster BA12
The White Hart, Sturminster Newton DT10
The White Hart, Salisbury SP5
The White Horse, Sturminster Newton DT10
The White Horse (The Stables), Salisbury SP5
The Wooden Spoon, Salisbury SP5
The Woolpack, Warminster BA12
The Wyndham Arms, Salisbury SP3
Woodfalls Inn, Salisbury SP5
Shaftesbury DJ Booking Tips
For many, their choice of DJ for parties in Shaftesbury 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 Shaftesbury 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 Shaftesbury. 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 Shaftesbury 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 Shaftesbury 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 Shaftesbury, 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 Shaftesbury.
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 Shaftesbury 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 Shaftesbury
needadisco.com has been helping arrange DJs and mobile discos for parties being held in Shaftesbury 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 Shaftesbury? 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 Shaftesbury are: - Sound Division - Somerset Wedding DJ Services - Nighthawk Mobile Disco & Karaoke - M.F.Events UK - Rockbox Roadshow | |
| How can I find a reliable DJ in Shaftesbury? 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 Shaftesbury - weddings, birthdays, socials, children's parties, school discos, corporate events - you name it! | |
| How much should I expect to pay for a Shaftesbury 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 Shaftesbury 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 Shaftesbury and the surrounding areas willing to travel. | |
| What other party services do you provide in Shaftesbury? 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. |