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Caricaturists for Hire in Croydon

Planning an event in Croydon? Caricaturists drawing fun, flattering portraits of your guests in minutes, on paper or digitally, to take home or share straight away. We regularly work in hotels and event venues like the ones around Croydon.

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Caricaturists in Croydon at a glance

Booking caricaturists in Croydon

Last updated 6 October 2026

County: South London
Postcodes: CR0, CR2, CR8, CR9, SE20, SE25
Location: 10 miles south of central London
Venues on our list nearby: 12
Largest nearby venue: Addington Palace, up to 750 guests

Planning caricaturists in Croydon

Our venue list around Croydon includes 7 hotels and 5 event venues, with Addington Palace the biggest at up to 750 guests. That range matters when you book caricaturists: a ballroom, a marquee and a private dining room each need a different set-up.

Croydon is 10 miles south of central London, and we book caricaturists into every part of London, from Purley, Coulsdon and Penge outwards.

A tip for Croydon bookings: a well-lit corner with a table and two chairs keeps the drawings flowing.

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Themes

Caricaturists in a themed package

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Parisian Cabaret in Croydon
Can-can, cabaret and French chic, from a single act to a full night in Paris.

How it works

Booking is easy

1
Tell us about your event
Your date, venue, guest numbers and the feeling you want. A theme in mind, or just a blank canvas. It takes a minute.
2
Get your line-up and quote
We suggest the acts that fit your space, timings and budget, and send one clear quote with everything included.
3
We bring the wow
We plan arrival, set-up and timings with your venue and event team, then the performers do what they do best.

The guide

Booking caricaturists in Croydon: the complete guide

Written by The WowActs team, Event entertainment specialists

· Last updated 6 October 2026

The short answer

WowActs books caricaturists in Croydon, South London, 10 miles south of central London, covering the CR0, CR2, CR8, CR9, SE20 and SE25 postcode districts. There are 12 event venues on our list within 10 miles, the largest being Addington Palace for up to 750 guests. Every event is different. Prices depend on the acts, the number of performers, timings, travel and location, so we quote each booking individually.

Hand-picked
professional performers only
Fully themed
costumes styled to your event
South London
every postcode covered
Corporate ready
briefed to your run of show
Single act or package
mix and match freely
One clear quote
usually the same day

What does a caricaturist do at an event?

A caricaturist draws quick, playful portraits of guests, exaggerating features in a fun and flattering way. Each drawing takes a few minutes, and there is usually a small crowd watching, which makes it entertaining for everyone, not just the sitter.

Traditional caricaturists draw on paper with pens and markers. Digital caricaturists draw on a tablet, and the finished picture can be printed on site or sent to guests to share, often with your logo or event branding added.

Where it works best

Brand activations
Digital caricatures shared straight to social.
Birthdays
A fun memento of the party.
Parisian themes
A Montmartre street artist feel.
Corporate parties
A personal take-home for the team.
Trade shows
A queue at your stand with your logo on every drawing.
Weddings
A keepsake for every guest.

Tips from our team

1
Choose paper or digital
Paper feels traditional and personal. Digital suits branding, printing and instant sharing.
2
Give them good light
A well-lit corner with a table and two chairs keeps the drawings flowing.
3
Set expectations on numbers
Each drawing takes a few minutes, so not every guest may be drawn at a large event. We advise on how many artists you need.

Frequently asked questions

Which venues near Croydon can host a large event?

On our list, Addington Palace (up to 750 guests), Park Plaza Riverbank (up to 540 guests), Royal Horticultural Halls (up to 480 guests) and Victoria Park Plaza Hotel (up to 400 guests) can take 400 or more guests. Tell us your venue and numbers and we will plan caricaturists around the space.

Do venues around Croydon have rules for performers?

Many hotels and country houses have rules on ceiling rigging, fire, access times and changing space. Tell us your venue when you enquire and we will check everything before we confirm.

How much do caricaturists cost in Croydon?

There is no fixed price. Every event is different. Prices depend on the acts, the number of performers, timings, travel and location, so we quote each booking individually. Travel is part of the quote, and Croydon is 10 miles south of central London. Send us your date and venue for free, no-obligation options.

Which postcodes around Croydon do you cover?

All of CR0, CR2, CR8, CR9, SE20 and SE25, including Purley, Coulsdon, Penge and Beckenham, plus the rest of South London and nearby Streatham, Mitcham, Bromley and Sutton.

How many guests can a caricaturist draw?

It depends on the style and the time booked. Tell us your numbers and we will advise on one artist or more.

Can digital caricatures include our logo?

Yes. Digital drawings can carry your logo, event name or a branded frame.

What does the caricaturist need on site?

A table, two chairs and good light. Digital artists may also need power for a printer.

How far ahead should we book?

As early as you can. Friday and Saturday dates in December and the summer months go first, often months ahead. Short notice is sometimes possible, so it is always worth asking.

Can the performers match our theme or brand colours?

Usually, yes. Tell us your theme, colours or brand guidelines and we will suggest the costumes and acts that fit best.

Do you work with our venue and event team?

Yes. We agree access, changing space, timings and any venue rules before the day, and work to your run of show.

Still have questions?

Tell us about your event and we'll come back with options.

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Local to Croydon

Caricaturists across Croydon and nearby

Postcodes we cover

CR0
CR2
CR8
CR9
SE20
SE25

We book caricaturists in Croydon and every address in the CR0, CR2, CR8, CR9, SE20 and SE25 postcode districts, including Purley, Coulsdon, Penge and Beckenham. We also travel across South London and the rest of London.

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Venues near Croydon

12 venues on our list are in or near Croydon, mostly hotels and event venues. Tell us your venue when you enquire and we will check access, ceiling height, timings and any rules for performers before we confirm.

Addington Palace
Event Venue up to 750CR0 5BB
Marquee
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Croydon Park Hotel
Hotel up to 220CR9 5AA
Ballroom
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Hilton Croydon Hotel
Hotel up to 350CR9 4HH
Weatherill Suite
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Queen’s House
Event Venue up to 120SE10 9NF
Great Hall
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Cutty Sark
Event Venue up to 300SE10 9HT
Whole Ship
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Park Plaza Riverbank
Hotel up to 540SE1 7TJ
Ballroom
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The Chelsea Harbour Hotel
Hotel up to 300SW10 0XG
Grand Ballroom
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The Dilly London
Hotel
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The Royal Horseguards Hotel
Hotel
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The IoD, 116 Pall Mall
Event Venue
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Royal Horticultural Halls
Event Venue up to 480SW1P 2QW
The Lindley Hall
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Victoria Park Plaza Hotel
Hotel up to 400SW1V 1EQ
Victoria
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