Harpists for Hire in Bolton

Find 71 professional harpists available to hire in Bolton, England, United Kingdom for wedding ceremonies, drinks receptions, parties and corporate dinners. Between them these harp players have earned an average rating of 5 out of 5 from 192 reviews from real clients.

Of the 71 suppliers listed here, 3 are based within 30 miles of Bolton. The other 68 are willing to travel there.

Also covers suppliers based in Halifax, High Peak and Stockport.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 192 reviews of Harpists
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Professional Harpist - Have Harp, Will Travel

Stockport

England · 16 miles away

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Book from £200 (GBP)

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Solo instrumentalist performing contemporary world music

Halifax

England · 26 miles away

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Book from £250 (GBP)

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Harpist and vocalist - perfect for Ceremonies, Receptions and Wedding Breakfasts

High Peak

England · 28 miles away

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Book from £400 (GBP)

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Willing to travel to Bolton

Based more than 30 miles from Bolton, nearest first

Harpist based in Leeds, available for weddings and events in West Yorkshire

Leeds

England · 39 miles away

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Book from £270 (GBP)

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Contemporary Harpist for weddings and events

Nottingham

England · 69 miles away

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Book from £350 (GBP)

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Creating a magical atmosphere from the moment your guests arrive...

Hull

England · 87 miles away

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Book from £295 (GBP)

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Harpist for events! Corporate or Private

Droitwich

England · 92 miles away

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Book from £235 (GBP)

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Warwickshire-based professional harpist for weddings and events across the UK

Warwick

England · 97 miles away

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Wedding and event harpist

Market Harborough

England · 99 miles away

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Book from £250 (GBP)

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Harpist for weddings, events, recording sessions and more!

Bicester

England · 128 miles away

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Solo harp/piano/cello : flute/harp duos with cello : string duo, trio, quartet!

Slough

England · 163 miles away

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Book from £165 (GBP)

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Versatile harpist performing covers from Telemann to Taylor Swift

Camberley

England · 171 miles away

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Book from £400 (GBP)

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Classical and modern harpist

London

England · 173 miles away

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Book from £320 (GBP)

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Breathe life into your event with the enchantment of Dorothy’s live harp music

London

England · 173 miles away

(11)

Book from £450 (GBP)

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Valeria is a multi-award-winning London based harpist

London

England · 173 miles away

(7)

Book from £250 (GBP)

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The best of Bollywood - String Quartets & more.

London

England · 173 miles away

(7)

Book from £730 (GBP)

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Versatile harpist for all occasions

London

England · 173 miles away

(3)

Book from £280 (GBP)

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Professional harpist

London

England · 173 miles away

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Book from £275 (GBP)

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How much does it cost to hire Harpists available in Bolton, England, United Kingdom?

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The average price for Harpists available in Bolton, England, United Kingdom is £340 (GBP). Harp players in Bolton typically charge between £160 and £850+ for event performances, and the average booking comes to £340. Distance is the biggest single variable after performance length, since the instrument travels in a dedicated vehicle and a long drive at both ends is charged for. Weekend dates through peak wedding season book up first and hold firmer rates, while midweek and off-season dates leave more room to negotiate. A harpist based nearby will almost always quote lower than one travelling across the region for the same set. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 45 enquiries for Harpists at events in the United Kingdom, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 17 October 2026.

Most requested for
Weddings
50% of enquiries, with private events next at 14%
Typical first reply
Within 12 hours
60% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About two months
38% enquire less than a month before the event

Reviews of Harpists available in Bolton, England, United Kingdom

5/5 from 192 reviews
Photo of Sophia The Singing Harpist Sophia The Singing Harpist "Thank you so much for singing at my mom’s funeral – you were brilliant. Wouldn’t hesitate in recommending you to anyone. Thanks again" Based in High Peak, England (28 miles from Bolton) B Hodgetts - Funeral Photo of Yorkshire Harpist Yorkshire Harpist "WOW! What can we say, Steph has the most beautiful talent ? she played at our wedding on Saturday at both the church and reception. It was so relaxing, beautiful and mesmerising. One of the best decisions we made following our postponement the year before was contacting her to play at our wedding. She was so responsive in the lead up and had a lovely aura about her. She made everyone relax on the day and we had so many compliments on her stunning performance. Thank you so much! Charlotte & Dave x" Based in Hull, England (87 miles from Bolton) David & Charlotte Roberts - Wedding Photo of Harpist Lucy Bishop Harpist Lucy Bishop "Made our Wedding magical xxxx The Henley Room Stratford-upon-Avon" Based in Warwick, England (97 miles from Bolton) 19th September 2026 Pearl V - Wedding Ceremony Photo of Noa Davies - Harpist Noa Davies - Harpist "Noa’s talent and professionalism added an elegant atmosphere to our event at London Fashion Week, and we will be hiring her for future events without hesitation. Multiple celebrity and successful guests commented on the quality of the music and how impressed they were by the artistry and sophistication Noa’s live music brought to the room." Based in Bicester, England (128 miles from Bolton) Steve S - Fashion Show Photo of The Dionysus Ensemble The Dionysus Ensemble "Thank you so much for playing at our wedding! It was absolutely perfect! Just seen a video of our entrance with the music and it was perfect. Thank you so much!" Based in Slough, England (163 miles from Bolton) Emily - Private wedding Photo of Dorothy Harpist Dorothy Harpist "TLDR: Music is good, communications is on point, on the day it’s all under control and beautifully executed, everyone enjoyed, stress free throughout, we are so happy. —— We are so blessed to have Dorothy playing harp at our wedding! Totally recommend her as she excels every single steps throughout. She’s so talented, professional and with lots of personal touch that we deeply appreciate. Her music is just amazing. All the guests complimented her and enjoyed all the songs. She’s able to learn extra new songs depending on the packages, and those ones we asked her to learn were beyond the world. Made so many of us cry as the music really complemented the moment perfectly. Her website and wedding information book was clear and easy to navigate. From the first email communications, Dorothy showed great dedication, care and professionalism in catering to our big day. She gave super clear communications and instructions, was very involved throughout but also gives us (the couple) lots of freedom to design the process (music lineups, songs arrangement, where to set up the harp, etc) to make it how we want it. We’ve dealt with so many suppliers along the way as we plan for the wedding, and although they are all great, Dorothy is honestly the best and really makes us feel so safe and happy throughout and even afterwards. Photo 1 in review by Ceyone H" Based in London, England (173 miles from Bolton) Celest - wedding

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Frequently asked questions

Pricing for harpists ranges from £160 to £850+, with an average of £340. The cost depends on the harpist's experience, performance length and any specific repertoire requests. A harp provides an elegant, distinctive sound that works particularly well for wedding ceremonies, drinks receptions and formal dinners.

The two in general use are the pedal harp, which is full size and can play in any key, and the smaller lever harp, which suits tighter spaces and gentler settings. Repertoire is the practical difference: some pieces with heavy key changes need the pedal instrument. Players list which they bring, and several own both.

Popular occasions for hiring harpists include wedding ceremonies, drinks receptions, corporate dinners, afternoon teas and formal occasions. The harp's elegant, resonant sound creates a refined and romantic atmosphere.

Most ask for 30 to 45 minutes before the first note, as the instrument has to be carried in, positioned and then tuned. A harp brought from a cold vehicle into a warm room drifts noticeably and cannot be tuned accurately until it has settled. Building that into the schedule matters more here than for most instruments.

Many harpists have a varied repertoire that includes popular songs, film scores and contemporary hits arranged for harp alongside classical and traditional pieces. It is worth checking each harpist's profile or discussing repertoire when making an enquiry.

A harp carries well in a quiet room but is easily lost outdoors or against a crowd, so amplification is usual for anything beyond a small gathering. Most players bring a small pickup or microphone and will say what they need once they know the setting and the numbers. Wind is the bigger problem outdoors, as it moves the strings directly rather than simply reducing the volume.

Most harpists need a flat, stable surface and enough space for the harp (approximately 2 by 2 metres). The instrument is heavy and may require step-free access for loading. For outdoor events, shelter from wind and direct sunlight is important. For the best experience, confirm access and setup details with the harpist.

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Booking as early as possible increases the chance of securing your supplier's availability on your event date, particularly during busy times of the year. However, many suppliers also accept last minute bookings, and we have successfully arranged bookings for clients with just a few hours' notice.

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