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Harpists in Cheshire

Hire a harpist in Cheshire

The harp is a classic choice for a wedding ceremony, and for good reason. In Cheshire, harpists create a calm, elegant atmosphere for the aisle, the signing and the drinks reception afterwards.

Cheshire has a wide choice of wedding venues, from Delamere Events and De Vere Cranage Estate to Peckforton Castle. Our harpists travel to towns across the area, including Chester, Crewe and Macclesfield, so the location of your venue won't limit your choice. Other venues in the area include Styal Lodge, Combermere Abbey and Abbeywood Estate, and each has its own venue page further down.

Harpists play a mix of classical repertoire and arrangements of pop, film and folk songs, so the music can be traditional or personal to you. Some play a full concert harp and others a smaller lever harp, which is easier to move between rooms.

Since 1999, Hireaband has matched couples with live entertainment for their wedding day. The harpists listed here all travel to Cheshire, and the instant quote button shows pricing and availability in a few seconds.

The essentials:

  • Typical cost: £350 to £900, depending on how long they perform and the date
  • Your quote shows exactly what's included
  • Ceremony, drinks reception and wedding breakfast packages available from many acts
  • Most couples book several months ahead, sooner for a summer Saturday
  • Every booking carries a 14-day change-of-mind refund

A harp needs a flat, level space and shelter from sun, wind and rain. If your ceremony and drinks reception are in different places, tell us the timings so the harpist can plan the move between them.

Prices usually start from around £350 and go up to £900 or so. A ceremony-only booking sits at the lower end, while a harpist covering the ceremony, drinks reception and wedding breakfast sits towards the upper end. Your quote shows the full price for your date, so you can compare acts on the same basis.

Each act's page carries real video and audio, a repertoire list and reviews from previous clients. Watching a couple of clips tells you far more than any description can, so it's worth listening before you choose.

The instant quote button gives you a price and availability for your date straight away. From there, we manage the contract and deposit and keep you updated until the day. Every booking is covered by a 14-day change-of-mind refund, and there's an emergency contact line on the day in case anything needs sorting.

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FAQs

Usually the processional, signing of the register and recessional, then background music for the drinks reception. Repertoire includes classical pieces and harp arrangements of modern songs.

Yes. Many harpists have arrangements of pop and film songs, and some can arrange a special request with enough notice.

Yes, with shade and shelter nearby. A harp can't play in rain or strong sun, so check your venue in Cheshire has a covered spot.

Around two by two metres of flat, level floor and a chair. No power is needed.

Typically £350 to £900, depending on how long they play and the date. Your quote shows exactly what's included.

Usually, yes. Tell us the timings and the distance between rooms, and the harpist will plan the move.

Reviews

(5)

“Declan was a breath of fresh air- not only was he professional but put us both at ease knowing that the music was in the best hands. We received loads of compliments about the ceremony and drinks reception music Declan played. He chatted away to some of our guests before he headed off which was lovely. Would recommend Declan 100% to anyone and only wish we had another event to book him for!”

(5)

“Hi. We would like to record our appreciation to Declan Daniel for the music he played at our wedding reception last Saturday. Many of the guests commented on the quality of his playing and there is no doubt that Declan's music added a very special ingredient to our special day. Please pass on our thanks and best wishes for his musical career. Many thanks also for a very efficient service. Best wishes”

(5)

“We just wanted to thank you so much for performing at our wedding. The guests raved about you and a couple have actually asked for your name! I personally heard the harp :) I opened the window and listened to you as the guests arrived and it sounded so magical! Your guitar talents are off the chart!
Thanks so much for making our wedding day so special.”

(5)

“Jennifer gave us an outstanding walking up the aisle song, which I had requested. Only wish I had got to hear her playing more song as oppose to spending 3 hours having photos taken! Thanks to all at hire a band.”

(5)

“Declan was absolutely fantastic. We had a zoom chat with him the week of the wedding and gave him a few ideas. Everyone on the day commented on how good he was. Kept all our guests entertained while we got our wedding photos taken too. The only bad thing was we never got to thank him in person before he left!
So thank you!”

(5)

“Declan Daniel was amazing, he was early and performed non-stop for the full slot. He was funny and kept everyone entertained. I would highly recommend him to others and would hire him again for future events.
The Hireaband team were helpful, friendly and kept in touch before the event and provided all the information we would require in case we needed it.
Highly recommend their services!”

Local Venues in Cheshire

Nunsmere Hall

Nunsmere Hall

A Grade II listed Edwardian manor almost encircled by its own lake, on the edge of Delamere Forest near Northwich.

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Abbeywood Estate

Abbeywood Estate

Glasshouses, an orangery and some of the loveliest gardens in the county, on a 45-acre family estate at Delamere. Abbeywood is quietly, properly special.

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Arley Hall & Gardens

Arley Hall & Gardens

Jacobethan splendour, a 15th-century cruck barn and England’s first double herbaceous border, all on one Cheshire estate near Northwich and Lymm.

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Capesthorne Hall

Capesthorne Hall

A turreted hall whose family have held the land since Domesday, with 100 acres of gardens, lakes and a starlit lakeside pavilion near Macclesfield.

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Peckforton Castle

Peckforton Castle

A Victorian castle in the hills above Tarporley, with 600 acres of Cheshire woodland, 48 bedrooms and a Great Hall that was built for a party.

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Styal Lodge

Styal Lodge

A light-filled, purpose-built lodge in the National Trust village of Styal, ten minutes from Wilmslow and easy for absolutely everybody to reach.

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Delamere Events

Delamere Events

Giant tipis, fire pits and a private lake at Cherry Orchard Farm on the edge of Delamere Forest: a blank-canvas Cheshire wedding, entirely your own.

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Combermere Abbey

Combermere Abbey

An abbey estate near Nantwich with a mere, a Victorian walled garden and a fruit tree maze that is the only one of its kind anywhere in the world.

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De Vere Cranage Estate

De Vere Cranage Estate

A Lewis Wyatt mansion set in the Cheshire countryside with 150 bedrooms behind it: grand to look at, and remarkably easy for your guests to get to.

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