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Harpists in Lancaster

Hire a harpist in Lancaster

Few instruments suit a wedding ceremony as well as the harp. In Lancaster, harpists are booked for ceremonies, drinks receptions and wedding breakfasts, playing gentle classical pieces and harp arrangements of modern songs.

Across Lancaster, harpists are booked for weddings and events in and around Lancaster, Morecambe and Carnforth. Venues in the area include Lancaster Castle, The Out Barn and Town Head Estate, each with its own ceremony rooms, lawns and reception spaces. Further down this page are more local venues, such as Lancaster House Hotel, The Borough and The Storey, with details of each.

The harp has a calm, clear sound that suits the quieter moments of a wedding: the walk down the aisle, the signing of the register and the first drinks afterwards, when guests are catching up.

Hireaband has been booking live entertainment for weddings since 1999. Every harpist listed here travels to Lancaster as standard, and the instant quote button on this page shows pricing and availability for your date.

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.

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 Lancaster 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 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.”

(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!”

Local Venues in Lancaster

Ashton Memorial, Williamson Park

Ashton Memorial, Williamson Park

Lancaster's own 'Taj Mahal of the North', an Edwardian domed folly in Williamson Park with views across the city and the bay.

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Lancaster House Hotel

Lancaster House Hotel

A modern hotel just south of Lancaster at Ellel, with function space built for a full wedding day.

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The Storey

The Storey

A converted Victorian building in the middle of Lancaster, now a creative and events space for a city-centre wedding.

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The Borough

The Borough

A well-loved gastropub in the middle of Lancaster, with a relaxed room built for a smaller, informal celebration.

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Forrest Hills

Forrest Hills

An eco-friendly countryside venue at Ellel, just south of Lancaster, with flexible ceremony and reception space.

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Wennington Hall

Wennington Hall

A country house in manicured grounds at Wennington, between the Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales.

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Town Head Estate

Town Head Estate

A flexible estate just over the Lancaster border, with an Old Barn set up for a rustic wedding.

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The Out Barn

The Out Barn

A family-owned barn venue set within 360 acres of private estate near Lancaster.

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Lancaster Town Hall

Lancaster Town Hall

Hire a live band for Lancaster Town Hall, an Edwardian civic venue with a sprung dance floor and a stage built for live music.

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