Quality and Safety-Checked DJs for your Wedding, Party or Event
needadisco.com is the only DJ finder website that undertakes detailed checks to rate its members covering Ulverston, Backbarrow, Leece, Newby Bridge for quality and safety so that you can book in confidence
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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 Ulverston have an average score of 5.0 out of 5 stars from 40 verified customer reviews!
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The following DJs are available to book for events in Ulverston, Backbarrow, Leece, Newby Bridge
The top 5 best mobile discos / DJs available for weddings, parties and events in Ulverston are...
- PC Roadshows Entertainments - Professional Event DJs And Wedding Hosts
- The Disco Co - Not All Discos Are The Same...
- Rhythm Protocol - Your Resident DJ
- Blackpools Midas Disco - North West Mobile Disco
- Bass Discos - No tagline provided
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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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The Disco Co
Not All Discos Are The Same...
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Entry-Level DJmark Award Holders
This is the entry level award offered by the DJmark safety and quality vetting service.
Holders have the basic processes in place such as valid public liability insurance (PLI), regularly safety-checked electrical equipment (Portable Appliance Testing (PAT)), issue written contracts for all bookings and operate fully in accordance with music and video copyright legislation. They are working towards the higher award levels.
Rhythm Protocol
Your Resident DJ
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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!
Blackpools Midas Disco
North West Mobile Disco
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5.0 out of 5 | 40 trusted reviews
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Bass Discos
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Typical DJ Prices in Ulverston
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 Ulverston 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 Ulverston party or event.
We costed DJs for a typical Wedding Reception in Ulverston
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 - £232 | £232 - £365 | £365 - £550 |
We costed DJs for an ALL DAY Wedding in Ulverston
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 - £370 | £370 - £580 | £580 - £820 |
We costed DJs for an Adult Evening Function in Ulverston
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 - £185 | £185 - £277 | £277 - £480 |
We costed DJs for a Children's Party in Ulverston
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 |
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| £100 - £164 | £164 - £237 | £237 - £300 |
What type of DJ is right for my party?
You can expect a low-cost DJ in Ulverston 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 Ulverston, 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 Ulverston 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 Ulverston based on customer feedback!
Venues for hire in and around Ulverston
Are you looking for a suitable venue to hire in or around Ulverston? 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 Ulverston - for full details click on any venue name!
5 in Ulverston / 34 nearby
in Ulverston (LA12 - 5 options) - More Details
Newby Bridge Hotel, Newby Bridge
Rusland Pool Hotel, Haverthwaite
The Lakeside Hotel, Newby Bridge
The Swan at Newby Bridge, Newby Bridge
Whitewater Hotel, Backbarrow
Nearby (34 options)
Abbey House Hotel, Barrow In Furness LA13
Ambleside Salutation Hotel, Ambleside LA22
Beech Hill Hotel, Windermere LA23
Belsfield Hotel, Windermere LA23
Briery Wood Hotel, Windermere LA23
Burnside Hotel, Windermere LA23
Chetwynde Hotel, Barrow in Furness LA13
Cragwood Country House Hotel, Windermere LA23
Cumbria Grand Hotel, Grange Over Sands LA11
Daffodil Hotel, Ambleside LA22
Grange Hotel, Grange Over Sands LA11
Graythwaite Manor Hotel, Grange Over Sands LA11
Holbeck Ghyll Country House Hotel, Windermere LA23
Langdale Chase Hotel, Windermere LA23
Langdale Hotel, Ambleside LA22
Lindeth Howe Country House Hotel, Windermere LA23
Linthwaite House Hotel, Windermere LA23
Low Wood Hotel, Windermere LA23
Merewood Country House Hotel, Windermere LA23
Miller Howe Hotel, Windermere LA23
Mortal Man Hotel, Windermere LA23
Netherwood Hotel, Grange Over Sands LA11
Old England Hotel, Windermere LA23
Ryebeck Hotel, Windermere LA23
Storrs Hall Hotel, Windermere LA23
Swan Hotel, Ambleside LA22
The Lancrigg (Hotel), Ambleside LA22
The Samling at Dovenest, Windermere LA23
The Sun Hotel, Windermere LA23
The Wellington (Hotel), Dalton-in-Furness LA15
Waterhead Hotel, Coniston LA21
Windermere Hydro Hotel, Windermere LA23
Windermere Manor Hotel, Windermere LA23
Wordsworth Hotel, Ambleside LA22
0 in Ulverston / 6 nearby
Nearby (6 options)
Belmount Hall, Ambleside LA22
Brantwood Lodge, Coniston LA21
Brathay Hall, Ambleside LA22
Broad Leys, Windermere LA23
Broadoaks Country House, Windermere LA23
Cote How, Ambleside LA22
4 in Ulverston / 8 nearby
in Ulverston (LA12 - 4 options) - More Details
Bardsea Malt Kiln Village Hall, Main Street, Bardsea
Croftlands Community Centre, Central Drive
Ulverston Coronation Hall (Coro Hall), County Rd
Urswick Village Hall, Urswick
Nearby (8 options)
Ambleside Parish Centre, Ambleside LA22
Community Hall at Grizebeck, Kirkby in Furness LA17
Flookburgh Village Hall, Grange Over Sands LA11
Grasmere Hall, Ambleside LA22
Lower Holker Village Hall, Grange Over Sands LA11
Newton in Furness Village Hall, Barrow in Furness LA13
Victory Hall, Broughton-in-Furness LA20
Witherslack Village Hall, Grange Over Sands LA11
4 in Ulverston / 13 nearby
in Ulverston (LA12 - 4 options) - More Details
Lindal Moor Cricket Club, Pennington Lane, Lindal in Furness
Red Rose Social & Rec Centre, Drill Hall, Victoria Rd
Royal British Legion Ulverston, 10-12 Brogden St
Ulverston Sports Club, Priory Road
Nearby (13 options)
Ambleside Rugby Club, Ambleside LA22
Askam Rugby Club, Askam-in-Furness LA16
Barrow Cricket Club, Barrow in Furness LA13
Barrow Masonic Hall, Barrow In Furness LA13
Coniston Sports & Social Club, Coniston LA21
Dalton Cricket Club, Dalton-in-Furness LA15
Dalton Masonic Hall, Dalton-in-Furness LA15
Grange Fell Golf Club, Grange Over Sands LA11
Ravenstown Club, Grange Over Sands LA11
Red River Club, Barrow In Furness LA13
Roose Conservative WM Club, Barrow In Furness LA13
Royal British Legion Grange, Grange Over Sands LA11
Windermere Social Club, Windermere LA23
1 in Ulverston / 1 nearby
in Ulverston (LA12 - 1 options) - More Details
Rookhow Centre, Rookhow, Rusland
Nearby (1 options)
Applethwaite Centre, Windermere LA23
26 in Ulverston / 37 nearby
in Ulverston (LA12 - 26 options) - More Details
The Anglers Arms, Haverthwaite
The Avanti Capitola, King Street
The Bay Horse Hotel, Canal Foot
The Coach House, Ford Park
The Coot on the Tarn, Great Urswick
The Derby Arms, Great Urswick
The Devonshire Arms, Braddyl Terrace
The Eagles Head, Satterthwaite, Bradfield Combust
The Farmers Arms, Market Place
The Farmers Arms, Lowick Green
The Farmers Arms , Main Road, Baycliff
The General Burgoyne, Church Road, Urswick
The Hope & Anchor, Daltongate
The Kings Arms Hotel, 35 King St
The Kings Head, Queen Street
The Manor House, Oxen Park
The Mill, Mill Street
The Miners Arms, Fox Street, Swarthmoor
The Old Farmhouse, Priory Road
The Olde Mill at Bardsea, Coast Road, Bardsea
The Red Lion, Lowick Bridge
The Rose & Crown, King Street
The Royal Oak, Spark Bridge
The Stan Laurel Inn, The Ellers
The Swan Inn, Swan St
The Wellington Inn, Main Street, Pennington
Nearby (37 options)
Chequers Hotel, Dalton-in-Furness LA15
Sticklebarn, Ambleside LA22
The Albert, Bowness on Windermere LA23
The Black Bull, Dalton-In-Furness LA15
The Black Bull, Coniston LA21
The Blacksmiths Arms, Broughton in Furness LA20
The Brown Horse, Windermere LA23
The Cavendish Arms, Grange Over Sands LA11
The Crown, Grange Over Sands LA11
The Cuckoo Brow Inn, Ambleside LA22
The Derby Arms, Grange Over Sands LA11
The Elleray, Windermere LA23
The Farmers Arms, Barrow in Furness LA13
The Golden Rule, Ambleside LA22
The Hole Int Wall, Windermere LA23
The Horse & Jockey, Dalton-In-Furness LA15
The Kings Arms, Grange Over Sands LA11
The Lily, Ambleside LA22
The Mason Arms, Grange Over Sands LA11
The Masons Arms, Dalton-In-Furness LA15
The Mortal Man, Windermere LA23
The Newfield Inn, Broughton in Furness LA20
The Newton Arms, Dalton-In-Furness LA15
The Pig & Whistle, Grange Over Sands LA11
The Prince of Wales, Broughton in Furness LA20
The Red Lion Inn, Dalton-in-Furness LA15
The Rose & Crown, Grange Over Sands LA11
The Royal Oak, Ambleside LA22
The Ship Inn, Barrow In Furness LA13
The Ship Inn, Kirkby-in-Furness LA17
The Sportsman, Ambleside LA22
The Tower Bank Arms, Ambleside LA22
The Wellington, Dalton-In-Furness LA15
The White Horse, Dalton-In-Furness LA15
The White House, Windermere LA23
The White Lion, Ambleside LA22
The Wilson Arms, Coniston LA21
Ulverston DJ Booking Tips
For many, their choice of DJ for parties in Ulverston 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 Ulverston, Backbarrow, Leece, Newby Bridge 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 Ulverston. 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 Ulverston 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 Ulverston 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 Ulverston, 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 Ulverston.
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 Ulverston 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 Ulverston
needadisco.com has been helping arrange DJs and mobile discos for parties being held in Ulverston 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 Ulverston? 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 Ulverston are: - PC Roadshows Entertainments - The Disco Co | |
| How can I find a reliable DJ in Ulverston? 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 Ulverston - weddings, birthdays, socials, children's parties, school discos, corporate events - you name it! | |
| How much should I expect to pay for an Ulverston 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 £232 - £365 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 Ulverston 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 Ulverston and the surrounding areas willing to travel. | |
| What other party services do you provide in Ulverston? 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. |