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 Newark-on-Trent, Sherwood 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 Newark have an average score of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 84 verified customer reviews!
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The following DJs are available to book for events in Newark-on-Trent, Sherwood
The top 10 best mobile discos / DJs available for weddings, parties and events in Newark are...
- DJ Stef - Music For All Ages And For Everyone's Party
- Alt. Entertainments - Music Matters
- Groove Noise - Where The Music Does The Talking, Not The DJ
- The Specialist Wedding DJ - High Quality Video DJ & Photography Included
- Blue Flame Disco - Probably The Best Disco Around Since 1974
- AClassEntertainments.co.uk - The Premier Event Specialists With Passion And Fun
- Excalibur Mobile Disco - Today's Technology, Plus Years Of Experience
- TRAX Disco Roadshow - Take Your Party To The Max With TRAX
- Dynamix Disco - Feel Good & Let The Music Move You
- 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.
DJ Stef
Music For All Ages And For Everyone's Party
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Alt. Entertainments
Music Matters
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Groove Noise
Where The Music Does The Talking, Not The DJ
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5.0 out of 5 | 26 trusted reviews
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The Specialist Wedding DJ
High Quality Video DJ & Photography Included
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PLATINUM DJmark Award Holders
Platinum is the second 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 are working their way up to a Diamond Award in due course by regularly submitting updated documentation.
Blue Flame Disco
Probably The Best Disco Around Since 1974
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AClassEntertainments.co.uk
The Premier Event Specialists With Passion And Fun
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GOLD DJmark Award Holders
Gold is the mid level award 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.
Excalibur Mobile Disco
Today's Technology, Plus Years Of Experience
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4.8 out of 5 | 58 trusted reviews
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TRAX Disco Roadshow
Take Your Party To The Max With TRAX
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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!
Dynamix Disco
Feel Good & Let The Music Move You
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Bass Discos
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Typical DJ Prices in Newark
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 Newark 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 Newark party or event.
We costed DJs for a typical Wedding Reception in Newark
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 - £207 | £207 - £325 | £325 - £490 |
We costed DJs for an ALL DAY Wedding in Newark
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 - £330 | £330 - £520 | £520 - £730 |
We costed DJs for an Adult Evening Function in Newark
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 - £176 | £176 - £264 | £264 - £460 |
We costed DJs for a Children's Party in Newark
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 - £145 | £145 - £209 | £209 - £260 |
What type of DJ is right for my party?
You can expect a low-cost DJ in Newark 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 Newark, 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 Newark 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 Newark based on customer feedback!
Venues for hire in and around Newark
Are you looking for a suitable venue to hire in or around Newark? 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 Newark - for full details click on any venue name!
2 in Newark / 5 nearby
in Newark (NG24 - 2 options) - More Details
Deincourt Hotel, London Rd
Millgate House Hotel, 53 Mill Gate
Nearby (5 options)
Bentley Hotel, Lincoln LN6
Holiday Inn Express Lincoln City Centre, Lincoln LN6
Ibis Hotel Lincoln, Lincoln LN6
Kelham House Country Manor Hotel, Newark NG23
Redhouse, Newark NG23
0 in Newark / 6 nearby
Nearby (6 options)
Beesthorpe Hall, Newark NG23
Doddington Hall, Lincoln LN6
Gorse Lodge, Newark NG23
Kelham Hall, Newark NG23
Priory House, Newark NG23
The Littlehouse At Doddington Hall, Lincoln LN6
10 in Newark / 52 nearby
in Newark (NG24 - 10 options) - More Details
1st Balderton Scout Hall, Queen Street, Balderton
1st Coddington Scout Hall, Coddington
Balderton Village Centre (Pavilion), Coronation St, Balderton
Bridge Community Centre, Lincoln Rd
Coddington Village Hall, Main St, Coddington
Farndon Memorial Hall, Marsh Lane, Farndon
Fernwood Village Hall, Rubys Avenue, Fernwood
Hawtonville Community Centre, St Marys Gardens
Holy Trinity Community & Partnership Centre, Boundary Rd
Winthorpe Community Centre, Woodlands, Winthorpe
Nearby (52 options)
(North) Muskham Rural Community Centre, Newark NG23
All Saints Church Hall, Lincoln LN6
Bassingham Hammond Hall & Sports Centre, Lincoln LN5
Beckingham Village Hall, Lincoln LN5
Birchwood Boiler House Community Hall, Lincoln LN6
Birchwood Boiler House Community Hall, Lincoln LN6
Bracebridge Community Centre, Lincoln LN5
Brant Broughton & Stragglethorpe Village Hall, Lincoln LN5
Brant Broughton Heritage Room, Lincoln LN5
Carlton le Moorland Village Hall, Lincoln LN5
Claypole Village Hall, Newark NG23
Coleby Village Hall & Community Centre, Lincoln LN5
Collingham Phoenix Community Hall, Newark NG23
Dry Doddington Village Hall, Newark NG23
Eagle Village Hall, Lincoln LN6
Elston Village Hall, Newark NG23
Flintham Village Hall, Newark NG23
Greenlands Community Centre, Lincoln LN5
Hammond Hall & Sports Centre, Lincoln LN5
Harmston Memorial Hall, Lincoln LN5
Holy Cross Church, Lincoln LN6
Impart Lincoln, Lincoln LN5
Leadenham Village Hall, Lincoln LN5
Lincoln Civic Trust, Lincoln LN5
Long Bennington St James Village Hall, Newark NG23
Moorland Community Centre, Lincoln LN6
Muskham Rural Community Centre, Newark NG23
Normanton on Trent Village Hall, Newark NG23
North Hykeham Memorial Hall, Lincoln LN6
North Hykeham Village Hall (The Ark), Lincoln LN6
North Muskham Village Hall, Newark NG23
North Scarle Village Hall, Lincoln LN6
Norwell Village Hall, Newark NG23
Ossington Village Hall, Newark NG23
Redwood Drive Community Hall, Lincoln LN5
Robin Hood Theatre, Newark NG23
Rolleston Village Hall, Newark NG23
Skellingthorpe Community Centre, Lincoln LN6
South Clifton Coronation Hall, Newark NG23
South Hykeham Memorial Hall, Lincoln LN6
South Muskham & Little Carlton Village Hall, Newark NG23
South Scarle Community Centre, Newark NG23
St Georges Church Community Hall, Lincoln LN6
Stubton Village Hall, Newark NG23
Swinderby Village Hall, Lincoln LN6
The Priory Centre at St Katherine Church, Lincoln LN5
The Venue @ Navenby, Lincoln LN5
Waddington Village Hall, Lincoln LN5
Welbourn Village Hall, Lincoln LN5
Wellingore Memorial Hall, Lincoln LN5
Westborough Village Hall, Newark NG23
Witham St Hughs Village Hall, Lincoln LN6
10 in Newark / 19 nearby
in Newark (NG24 - 10 options) - More Details
Flowserve Sports & Social Club, Graham Close, New Balderton
Newark Conservative Club, London Road
Newark Golf Club, Sleaford Road, Coddington
Newark Railway Sports & Social Club, Hatchets Lane
Newark Rowing Club, Farndon Road
Newark Rugby Club, Kelham Rd
Newark Town & District Club, Barnby Gate
RAFA Club Newark (Raffles), London Rd
RHP Sports and Social Club, Elm Avenue
Staythorpe Electricity Sports & Social Club, Kings Road
Nearby (19 options)
(North) Hykeham Social Club, Lincoln LN6
Birchwood Community & Leisure Centre, Lincoln LN6
Birchwood Social Club, Lincoln LN6
Brant Road Social Club, Lincoln LN5
Collingham & District Cricket Club, Newark NG23
Gwynnes Social Club, Lincoln LN5
Hartsholme Cricket Club, Lincoln LN6
Hykeham (Lincoln) PFA Sports & Social Club, Lincoln LN6
Lincoln City FC, Lincoln LN5
Lincoln Civil Defence Club, Lincoln LN5
Lincoln Golf Centre, Lincoln LN6
Lincoln United Sports Association, Lincoln LN6
Long Bennington Sports Pavilion, Newark NG23
Moorlands and Railway Sports & Social Club, Lincoln LN6
North Kesteven Sports Centre, Lincoln LN6
Royal Naval Association Club, Lincoln LN6
Ruston Marconi Sports Centre, Lincoln LN6
Ruston Sports & Social Club, Lincoln LN6
Sutton on Trent Sports Club, Newark NG23
1 in Newark / 5 nearby
in Newark (NG24 - 1 options) - More Details
Newark Showground, Lincoln Rd
Nearby (5 options)
Dunstall Barn, Newark NG23
Floral Media, Newark NG23
Norton Lodge Conference Centre, Lincoln LN6
Oakridge Arena, Newark NG23
Stubton Hall, Newark NG23
1 in Newark / 0 nearby
in Newark (NG24 - 1 options) - More Details
Newark Town Hall, Market Place
38 in Newark / 49 nearby
in Newark (NG24 - 38 options) - More Details
Beaumond Cross Hotel, London Road
Chesters, Main St, Balderton
Gannets, 35 Castle Gate
The Atrium, 69 Castle Gate
The Cardinals Hat, Jersey St
The Castle, Castle Gate
The Castle & Falcon, London Road
The Farndon Boathouse, North End
The Flying Circus, 53 Castle Gate
The Fox & Crown, Appleton Gate
The Grove Inn, London Rd, New Balderton
The Lord Nelson, Winthorpe
The Lord Ted, Farndon Road
The Navigation, Mill Gate
The Newcastle Arms, 34 George Street
The Old Kings Arms, 19 Kirk Gate
The Old Malt Shovel, 25 North Gate
The Old Post Office, 36 Kirk Gate
The Organ Grinder, Portland Street
The Plough Inn, Main Street, Coddington
The Prince Rupert, Stodman St
The Ram, Castle Gate
The Riverside, Wyke Lane, Farndon
The Roaring Meg, Barnby Gate
The Roman Way, Lincoln Road
The Rose & Crown, Main Street, Farndon
The Rose & Crown , 41 Main Street, Balderton
The Royal Oak, 17 Castle Gate
The Rutland Arms Hotel, Barnby Gate
The Sawmill, Beacon Hill Road
The Sir John Arderne, Church Street
The Spring House, Farndon Road
The Tawny Owl, William Hall Way, Fernwood
The Vaults, North Gate
The Watermill, 67 Mill Gate
The Waters Edge, 34 Castle Gate
The White Hart, Market Place
The White Swan, North Gate
Nearby (49 options)
Kings Head, Newark NG23
The (New) Monson Arms, Lincoln LN6
The Anchor (Blue Anchor), Lincoln LN5
The Black Swan, Lincoln LN6
The Boot & Shoe Inn, Newark NG23
The Bottle & Glass, Newark NG23
The Brownlow Arms, Newark NG23
The Caunton Beck, Newark NG23
The Centurion, Lincoln LN6
The Cross Keys, Newark NG23
The Crown & Arrows, Lincoln LN6
The Crows Nest, Lincoln LN5
The Dovecote, Lincoln LN6
The Engine Shed, Lincoln LN6
The Five Bells, Newark NG23
The Fox & Hounds, Lincoln LN6
The Fox & Hounds, Lincoln LN6
The Gateway Park, Lincoln LN6
The Generous Briton, Lincoln LN5
The George & Dragon, Lincoln LN5
The Golden Cross, Lincoln LN5
The Golden Eagle, Lincoln LN5
The Green Barrel, Lincoln LN6
The Green Man, Lincoln LN6
The Highwayman, Lincoln LN5
The Horse And Jockey, Lincoln LN5
The Joiners Arms, Lincoln LN5
The Kings Head, Lincoln LN5
The Kings Head, Newark NG23
The Lincoln Green, Lincoln LN6
The Lion & Royal, Lincoln LN5
The Lord Nelson, Newark NG23
The Lord Nelson , Newark NG23
The Millers Arms, Lincoln LN5
The Muskham Ferry, Newark NG23
The Nosey Parker, Lincoln LN6
The Pride of Lincoln, Lincoln LN6
The Red Lion, Lincoln LN5
The Reindeer, Newark NG23
The Ritz, Lincoln LN5
The Rolleston Crown, Newark NG23
The Royal Oak, Lincoln LN5
The Royal Oak , Newark NG23
The Stone Arms, Lincoln LN6
The Tempest Arms, Lincoln LN5
The Thorold Arms, Lincoln LN5
The Three Horseshoes, Lincoln LN5
The Treaty of Commerce, Lincoln LN5
The White Hart, Lincoln LN6
Newark DJ Booking Tips
For many, their choice of DJ for parties in Newark 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 Newark-on-Trent, Sherwood 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 Newark. 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 Newark 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 Newark 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 Newark, 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 Newark.
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 Newark 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 Newark
needadisco.com has been helping arrange DJs and mobile discos for parties being held in Newark 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 Newark? 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 Newark are: - DJ Stef - Alt. Entertainments - Groove Noise - The Specialist Wedding DJ | |
| How can I find a reliable DJ in Newark? 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 Newark - weddings, birthdays, socials, children's parties, school discos, corporate events - you name it! | |
| How much should I expect to pay for a Newark 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 £207 - £325 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 Newark 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 Newark and the surrounding areas willing to travel. | |
| What other party services do you provide in Newark? 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. |