Derbyshire, East Midlands

Circus Acts for Hire in Ashbourne

A ringmaster, contortionists, aerialists and big-top characters, booked as single acts or a full circus-themed show. Available for Ashbourne, 24 miles west of Nottingham, and every postcode in Derbyshire.

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Circus Acts in Ashbourne at a glance

Booking circus acts in Ashbourne

Last updated 6 October 2026

County: Derbyshire
Postcodes: DE6
Location: 24 miles west of Nottingham
Venues on our list nearby: 4
Largest nearby venue: Pride Park – Derby County F.C, up to 1000 guests

Ashbourne venues and circus acts

Our Ashbourne venue list covers 3 event venues and 1 hotel, and Pride Park – Derby County F.C can hold up to 1000 guests. We plan circus acts around the space you have, from arrival routes to where a showpiece will be seen best.

We cover Ashbourne itself and the DE6 postcode district, including Derbyshire Dales, Doveridge, Mayfield and Brailsford, as well as nearby Uttoxeter, Belper, Cheadle and Derby.

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Circus Acts in a themed package

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Circus Showman in Ashbourne
Ringmasters, aerial, contortion and big-top spectacle for a night of pure showmanship.

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 circus acts in Ashbourne: the complete guide

Written by The WowActs team, Event entertainment specialists

· Last updated 6 October 2026

The short answer

WowActs books circus acts in Ashbourne, Derbyshire, 24 miles west of Nottingham, covering the DE6 postcode district. There are 4 event venues on our list within easy reach, the largest being Pride Park – Derby County F.C for up to 1000 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
Derbyshire
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 circus acts can we book?

Circus acts include a ringmaster to host the night, contortionists, aerialists, stilt walkers and big-top characters. You can book one act or a full circus-themed show.

Circus suits awards nights, launches, summer parties and festivals, because every act gives guests something to watch and share.

Where it works best

Festivals
Walkabout and stage shows.
Family days
Family-friendly options available.
Themed birthdays
A circus party with real performers.
Launches
Spectacle that gets people filming.
Awards nights
A ringmaster to host and introduce each moment.
Summer parties
Big-top fun for the whole team.

Tips from our team

1
Let the ringmaster host
A ringmaster can run the whole night, from welcome to awards.
2
Build a running order
Spread acts through the night so there is always a reason to look up.
3
Check space and height
Aerial and contortion need a clear area. We check the venue.

Frequently asked questions

Which venues near Ashbourne can host a large event?

On our list, Pride Park – Derby County F.C (up to 1000 guests), The Empire Conference & Banqueting (up to 800 guests), The Derby Conference Centre (up to 650 guests) and Hilton at St George’s Park (up to 500 guests) can take 400 or more guests. Tell us your venue and numbers and we will plan circus acts around the space.

Do venues around Ashbourne 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 circus acts cost in Ashbourne?

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 Ashbourne is 24 miles west of Nottingham. Send us your date and venue for free, no-obligation options.

Which postcodes around Ashbourne do you cover?

All of DE6, including Derbyshire Dales, Doveridge, Mayfield and Brailsford, plus the rest of Derbyshire and nearby Uttoxeter, Belper, Cheadle and Derby.

Can a circus theme work at a hotel or conference venue?

Yes. We choose acts that fit the space, including freestanding aerial rigs that need no ceiling points.

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?

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Circus Acts across Ashbourne and nearby

Postcodes we cover

We book circus acts in Ashbourne and every address in the DE6 postcode district, including Derbyshire Dales, Doveridge, Mayfield and Brailsford. We also travel across Derbyshire and the rest of East Midlands.

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Venues near Ashbourne

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