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 Pontefract have an average score of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 148 verified customer reviews!
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The following DJs are available to book for events in Pontefract, Darrington, Kirk Smeaton, Thorpe Audlin
The top 5 best mobile discos / DJs available for weddings, parties and events in Pontefract are...
- PC Roadshows Entertainments - Professional Event DJs And Wedding Hosts
- The Disco Co - Not All Discos Are The Same...
- Excalibur Mobile Disco - Today's Technology, Plus Years Of Experience
- Blue Flame Disco - Probably The Best Disco Around Since 1974
- Madhatters Disco-Karaoke - Cheap, Efficient And Reliable
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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.
PC Roadshows Entertainments
Professional Event DJs And Wedding Hosts
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4.7 out of 5 | 25 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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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.
Excalibur Mobile Disco
Today's Technology, Plus Years Of Experience
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4.8 out of 5 | 58 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!
Blue Flame Disco
Probably The Best Disco Around Since 1974
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4.7 out of 5 | 56 trusted reviews
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Madhatters Disco-Karaoke
Cheap, Efficient And Reliable
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5.0 out of 5 | 1 trusted review
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Typical DJ Prices in Pontefract
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 Pontefract 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 Pontefract party or event.
We costed DJs for a typical Wedding Reception in Pontefract
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 - £169 | £169 - £265 | £265 - £400 |
We costed DJs for an ALL DAY Wedding in Pontefract
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 - £270 | £270 - £420 | £420 - £600 |
We costed DJs for an Adult Evening Function in Pontefract
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 - £161 | £161 - £241 | £241 - £420 |
We costed DJs for a Children's Party in Pontefract
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 - £139 | £139 - £200 | £200 - £250 |
What type of DJ is right for my party?
You can expect a low-cost DJ in Pontefract 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 Pontefract, 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 Pontefract 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 Pontefract based on customer feedback!
Venues for hire in and around Pontefract
Are you looking for a suitable venue to hire in or around Pontefract? 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 Pontefract - for full details click on any venue name!
3 in Pontefract / 2 nearby
in Pontefract (WF8 - 3 options) - More Details
Kings Croft Hotel, Wakefield Rd
Kyte Hotel, Great North Road, Darrington
Wentbridge House Hotel, Wentbridge
Nearby (2 options)
Owston Hall, Doncaster DN6
Rogerthorpe Manor Hotel, Pontefract WF9
2 in Pontefract / 10 nearby
in Pontefract (WF8 - 2 options) - More Details
Carleton Grange Community Centre, Carleton Road
Pontefract Town Hall, Bridge St
Nearby (10 options)
Campsall Village Hall, Doncaster DN6
Castleford Civic Centre, Castleford WF10
Chestnut View Communal Hall, Doncaster DN6
Fairburn Community Centre, Knottingley WF11
Ferrybridge Community Centre, Knottingley WF11
Knottingley Town Hall, Knottingley WF11
Moss & Fenwick Village Hall, Doncaster DN6
Norton Community Hall, Doncaster DN6
The Active Centre, Castleford WF10
Womersley Village Hall, Doncaster DN6
13 in Pontefract / 54 nearby
in Pontefract (WF8 - 13 options) - More Details
Big Fellas, Beastfair
Darrington Golf Club, Havercroft Lane, Darrington
Grove Road Angling Club, Grove Road
Halfpenny Lane Working Mens Club, Halfpenny Lane
Mid Yorkshire Golf Club, Havercroft Lane, Darrington
Pontefract & District Golf Club, Park Lane
Pontefract Conservative Club, Market Place
Pontefract Ex-Servicemens Club, Sessions House Yard
Pontefract Masonic Hall, Ackworth Rd
Pontefract Rugby Club, Moor Lane, Carleton
Pontefract Sports & Social Club, Chequers Close
Pontefract Squash & Leisure Club, Stuart Road
Willow Park Social Club, 118 Baghill Lane
Nearby (54 options)
Ackworth Village Club, Pontefract WF7
Alpha Club, Pontefract WF9
Askern Miners Welfare Club, Doncaster DN6
B & S Sports Club, Pontefract WF7
Brookside Commercial Social Club (The Brooky), Pontefract WF9
Bullcroft (Uncle Toms) Sports & Pastimes Club, Doncaster DN6
Byram Park Social Club, Knottingley WF11
Carcroft Club, Doncaster DN6
Castleford Anglers Club, Castleford WF10
Castleford Roundhill Working Mens Club, Castleford WF10
Castleford Rugby Club, Castleford WF10
Castleford Sports & Social Club (ex Liberal Club), Castleford WF10
Castleford Tigers Rugby Club, Castleford WF10
Common Road Social Club, Pontefract WF9
Cutsyke Sports & Social Club (ex Working Mens Club), Castleford WF10
Featherstone Number 1 Club (Number One - Posh Penguin), Pontefract WF7
Featherstone Rovers Rugby Club (Big Fellas), Pontefract WF7
Featherstone Social Club, Pontefract WF7
Ferrybridge Progressive Club, Knottingley WF11
Frickley Colliery Cricket Club, Pontefract WF9
Fryston Miners Welfare Club, Castleford WF10
Glasshoughton Working Mens Club, Castleford WF10
Green Bowling Club, Castleford WF10
Harewood & Upton Recreation Club, Pontefract WF9
Hemsworth Albion Club (Top Hat), Pontefract WF9
Hemsworth Miners Welfare Social Club (Pit Club), Pontefract WF9
Hemsworth Rugby Club, Pontefract WF9
Hemsworth West End Club, Pontefract WF9
Highfields Miners Welfare Scheme Social Club, Doncaster DN6
Kellingley Miners Welfare Social Club, Knottingley WF11
Kinsley Coronation Working Mens Club, Pontefract WF9
Knottingley Conservative Club, Knottingley WF11
Knottingley Rugby Club, Knottingley WF11
Lock Lane Sports Centre, Castleford WF10
Moorthorpe Empire Club, Pontefract WF9
Norton Coronation Club, Doncaster DN6
Pontefract United Services Club, Pontefract WF9
Pretoria Sports & Social Club, Pontefract WF9
Redhill Sports & Social Club, Castleford WF10
Rockware Stolzle Sports & Social Club, Knottingley WF11
Royal British Legion Castleford, Castleford WF10
Royal British Legion Pontefract, Pontefract WF9
Skellow Social (Grange) Club, Doncaster DN6
Snozone Xscape, Castleford WF10
South Elmsall Village Club (The Tank), Pontefract WF9
South Kirkby Colliery Miners Welfare Social Club, Pontefract WF9
South Kirkby Coronation Club, Pontefract WF9
South Kirkby Cricket Club, Pontefract WF9
The Frog & Moose, Pontefract WF7
Townville Recreational & Sports Club, Castleford WF10
Upton United Services Club, Pontefract WF9
William Street Sports & Social Club, Castleford WF10
Woodlands Park Club, Doncaster DN6
Woodlands Snooker Club, Doncaster DN6
1 in Pontefract / 2 nearby
in Pontefract (WF8 - 1 options) - More Details
Pontefract Racecourse, Pontefract Park, Park Road
Nearby (2 options)
Alexander House, Doncaster DN6
Farmer Copleys @ Ravenstone Farm, Pontefract WF7
18 in Pontefract / 69 nearby
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The Ambience, Sessions House Yard
The Ancient Borough Arms, 41 Market Place
The Beastfair Vaults, Beastfair
The Broken Bridge, Horsefair
The Carleton, Hardwick Road
The Chequerfield Hotel, The Circle
The Cobbler, Cobblers Lane
The Darrington Hotel, Old Great North Road, Darrington
The Elephant, Market Place
The Fox and Hounds, Pontefract Road, Featherstone
The Golden Ball, Horsefair
The Green Dragon, Cornmarket
The Horse Vaults, Horsefair
The Nevisons Leap, Ferrybridge Road
The Robin Hood Inn, Wakefield Road
The Shoulder Of Mutton, Main Street, Kirk Smeaton
The Spread Eagle, Estcourt Road, Darrington
The Windmill Inn, Woolmarket
Nearby (69 options)
Cappers Bar, Pontefract WF7
Crows Nest, Pontefract WF9
Magnet Hotel, Castleford WF10
Malones (ex Froose - Moor Top WMC - Frog & Moose), Pontefract WF7
Northfield Hotel, Pontefract WF9
Rising Sun, Castleford WF10
The Anne Arms, Doncaster DN6
The Baxter Arms, Doncaster DN6
The Beverley Arms, Pontefract WF7
The Birchwood Farm, Castleford WF10
The Black Bull, Castleford WF10
The Blue Bell, Pontefract WF9
The Boat Inn, Castleford WF10
The Bradley Arms, Pontefract WF7
The Bridge Inn, Castleford WF10
The Brown Cow, Pontefract WF7
The Burghwallis, Doncaster DN6
The Castlefields, Castleford WF10
The Catchpenny, Pontefract WF9
The Church House, Pontefract WF9
The Crown Hotel, Doncaster DN6
The Crows Nest, Pontefract WF9
The Eagle, Castleford WF10
The Electric Theatre, Pontefract WF7
The Farmers, Pontefract WF9
The Foresters Arms, Doncaster DN6
The George & Dragon, Pontefract WF9
The George V, Castleford WF10
The Glass Blower, Castleford WF10
The Griffin Inn, Castleford WF10
The Grove, Pontefract WF9
The Healdfield, Castleford WF10
The Hemsworth (ex Spion Kop), Pontefract WF9
The Horse & Jockey, Castleford WF10
The Junction, Castleford WF10
The Kings Head, Pontefract WF9
The Kinsley Hotel, Pontefract WF9
The Last Orders, Pontefract WF7
The Lion, Castleford WF10
The Little Un, Pontefract WF9
The Magnet, Castleford WF10
The Masons Arms, Pontefract WF7
The Minsthorpe Hotel (Nags), Pontefract WF9
The New Airedale, Castleford WF10
The New Wheatsheaf, Castleford WF10
The Owston, Doncaster DN6
The Prince William, Castleford WF10
The Royal Oak, Castleford WF10
The Rustic Arms, Pontefract WF7
The School Boy, Doncaster DN6
The Singing Chocker, Castleford WF10
The Smawthorne, Castleford WF10
The Station Pub, Castleford WF10
The Steam Packet Inn, Knottingley WF11
The Three Horse Shoes, Knottingley WF11
The Travellers Rest, Pontefract WF7
The Turnpike, Knottingley WF11
The Waggon & Horses, Knottingley WF11
The Wallbottle, Knottingley WF11
The Wheldale Hotel, Castleford WF10
The White Hart, Doncaster DN6
The White Horse, Castleford WF10
The White House, Pontefract WF7
The White Lion, Castleford WF10
The Winding Wheel, Castleford WF10
The Winston, Knottingley WF11
The Winter Seam, Castleford WF10
The Woodlands Hotel, Doncaster DN6
Woodlands Rhinos (The Bomb), Doncaster DN6
Pontefract DJ Booking Tips
For many, their choice of DJ for parties in Pontefract 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 Pontefract, Darrington, Kirk Smeaton, Thorpe Audlin 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 Pontefract. 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 Pontefract 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 Pontefract 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 Pontefract, 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 Pontefract.
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 Pontefract 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 Pontefract
needadisco.com has been helping arrange DJs and mobile discos for parties being held in Pontefract 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 Pontefract? 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 Pontefract are: - PC Roadshows Entertainments - The Disco Co | |
| How can I find a reliable DJ in Pontefract? 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 Pontefract - weddings, birthdays, socials, children's parties, school discos, corporate events - you name it! | |
| How much should I expect to pay for a Pontefract 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 £169 - £265 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 Pontefract 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 Pontefract and the surrounding areas willing to travel. | |
| What other party services do you provide in Pontefract? 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. |