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Harpists in Shropshire

Wedding harpists in Shropshire

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

Across Shropshire, harpists are booked for weddings and events in and around Shrewsbury, Telford and Oswestry. Venues in the area include Wistanstow Village Hall, Hawkstone Hall & Gardens and Walcot Hall, each with its own ceremony rooms, lawns and reception spaces. Davenport House, Rowton Castle and Wilde Lodge are among the other Shropshire venues listed further down, each with its own page.

Many harpists arrange modern songs for the harp as well as playing classical pieces, so a favourite song can sound completely different, and entirely fitting, at a ceremony.

Hireaband has been booking live entertainment for weddings since 1999. Every harpist listed here travels to Shropshire 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.

Rather than a generic demo, every act's page shows the performer you would be booking, with videos, audio, a repertoire list and reviews. Between them you can get a clear sense of the act well before the day.

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 Shropshire 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 Shropshire

Davenport House

Davenport House

A Grade I Georgian house in its own parkland at Worfield, near Bridgnorth, where the Grand Hall takes the vows by day and the dancing by night.

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Hawkstone Hall & Gardens

Hawkstone Hall & Gardens

A Grade I listed mansion in 88 acres near Weston-under-Redcastle, with gilded rooms, 35 bedrooms and gardens made for a long summer evening.

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The Mill Barns

The Mill Barns

Three oak-framed barns raised on the site of a Severn valley watermill at Alveley, near Bridgnorth, with a mill pond, a sprung floor and a real stage.

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Wilde Lodge

Wilde Lodge

Fifteen acres above a river on the Welsh border near Knighton and Ludlow, with oak barns, bell tents, fire pits and a motte to be married on top of.

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Wistanstow Village Hall

Wistanstow Village Hall

A black-and-white village hall built in 1925 from the Grove Estate, with a proper stage and room for 176 to dine beneath the Shropshire Hills.

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Park House Hotel - Shifnal

Park House Hotel - Shifnal

Two 17th-century houses joined into a single hotel on the edge of Shifnal, with chandeliers in the Garden Suite and gardens full of old trees.

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Rowton Castle

Rowton Castle

A 17th-century castle set in 17 acres west of Shrewsbury, with a Victorian walled garden, an avenue of limes and a ballroom made for dancing.

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Walcot Hall

Walcot Hall

Clive of India's Georgian house above Lydbury North, with a turquoise ballroom, one of Britain's finest arboretums and two days of it all to yourselves.

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Pimhill Barn

Pimhill Barn

A 1584 oak-framed barn on a farm drive north of Shrewsbury, where you bring your own caterers, your own band and keep the place for two days.

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