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Harpists in Devon

Hire a harpist in Devon

A harpist brings a calm, elegant sound to the quieter parts of a wedding day. Across Devon, harpists play the walk down the aisle and the signing of the register, then carry on through the drinks reception while guests mingle.

Devon has a wide choice of wedding venues, from Huntsham Court and The Great Barn Devon to ANRÁN at Tidwell Farm. Our harpists travel to towns across the area, including Exeter, Plymouth and Torquay, so the location of your venue won't limit your choice. Further down this page are more local venues, such as Rockbeare Manor, Sharpham House and Higher Eggbeer Farm, with details of each.

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 Devon, and the instant quote button shows pricing and availability in a few seconds.

The essentials:

  • Prices usually from £350 up to £900
  • Many acts can cover more than one part of the day in a single booking
  • Summer Saturdays book up first, so it pays to enquire early
  • The quote you receive sets out exactly what's included
  • 14-day change-of-mind refund on every booking

A concert harp gives the fullest sound and suits a large ceremony room or church. A lever harp is smaller and lighter, which makes it easier to move from the ceremony to the drinks reception, and still sounds beautiful in most rooms.

Expect to pay from around £350 up to £900. 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. Busy Saturdays in summer and December sit at the top of the range, and your quote shows exactly what's included.

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.

Enter your date and venue in the instant quote button for live pricing and availability. After you book, we look after the contract, deposit and details, and keep in touch right up to the wedding. You also get a 14-day change-of-mind refund and an emergency contact number to use on the day.

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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 Devon 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 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!”

(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.”

Local Venues in Devon

ANRÁN at Tidwell Farm

ANRÁN at Tidwell Farm

A 30-acre estate near Ashburton, where a tropical glass house, a lily pond and a late-night hut add up to one of Devon's most characterful weddings.

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Rockbeare Manor

Rockbeare Manor

A Grade I listed Regency house in 100 acres of East Devon parkland, Rockbeare Manor near Exeter is yours alone for the day, ballroom and all.

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Huntsham Court

Huntsham Court

A Victorian gothic mansion near Tiverton with beds for 100 and no fussy rulebook, Huntsham Court is Devon's great house-party wedding venue.

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The Great Barn Devon

The Great Barn Devon

A 15th-century barn on a 120-acre family estate in the Teign Valley near Exeter, and it is yours alone from Friday morning to Sunday evening.

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Upton Barn

Upton Barn

Restored farm buildings, a lavender-lined walled garden and Blackdown Hills views make Upton Barn near Cullompton a quietly lovely mid Devon wedding.

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Watermouth Cove

Watermouth Cove

A private cove, a clifftop viewpoint and 25 acres of North Devon coast: Watermouth Cove near Ilfracombe is a wedding you walk down to the sea for.

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Higher Eggbeer Farm

Higher Eggbeer Farm

Dark skies, a heated pool and a barn with a stage built in: Higher Eggbeer near Cheriton Bishop is a whole Dartmoor-edge farm to yourselves.

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Sharpham House

Sharpham House

A Grade I listed Palladian villa set high above the River Dart near Totnes, Sharpham House opens for only a small handful of weddings each year.

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Bickley Mill

Bickley Mill

A beautifully restored mill in a wooded valley near Newton Abbot, Bickley Mill does weddings the way a really good country inn should: warmly.

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