Cumbria, North West

Comperes & MCs for Hire in Carlisle

Professional comperes and MCs who host awards, family days and parties, keeping the running order on track and the room engaged. Booked across Carlisle and Cumbria, including Longtown and Gretna.

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Comperes & MCs in Carlisle at a glance

Booking comperes and MCs in Carlisle

WowActs books comperes and MCs in Carlisle, Cumbria, 54 miles west of Newcastle upon Tyne, covering the CA1, CA2, CA3, CA4 and CA5 postcode districts.

Last updated 6 October 2026

County: Cumbria
Postcodes: CA1, CA2, CA3, CA4, CA5
Location: 54 miles west of Newcastle upon Tyne

Booking comperes and MCs for a Carlisle event

Carlisle sits in Cumbria, 54 miles west of Newcastle upon Tyne. Whether your event is in a hotel, a marquee or your own garden, we plan comperes and MCs around the space, the timings and the guests.

Carlisle is 54 miles west of Newcastle upon Tyne, and we book comperes and MCs into every part of North West, from Houghton, Cumberland and Scotby outwards.

A tip for Carlisle bookings: speakers, winners and VIPs should come with correct pronunciations.

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The look and feel

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Themes

Comperes & MCs in a themed package

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Circus Showman in Carlisle
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 comperes and MCs in Carlisle: the complete guide

Written by The WowActs team, Event entertainment specialists

· Last updated 6 October 2026

The short answer

WowActs books comperes and MCs in Carlisle, Cumbria, 54 miles west of Newcastle upon Tyne, covering the CA1, CA2, CA3, CA4 and CA5 postcode districts. 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
Cumbria
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 compere or MC do?

A compere or MC hosts your event from the stage: welcoming guests, introducing speakers and acts, running awards, filling gaps and keeping the night to time. A good host makes the whole event feel organised and relaxed.

Hosts can be polished and formal for an awards ceremony, warm and funny for a family day, or in character, such as a ringmaster for a circus theme. They work closely with your running order and your AV team.

Where it works best

Circus themes
A ringmaster to introduce every act.
Gala dinners
Auctions, raffles and speeches.
Family fun days
Hosting games, shows and announcements.
Awards ceremonies
Running categories, winners and timings.
Conferences
Linking speakers and sessions.
Weddings
A host to keep the day running smoothly.

Tips from our team

1
Brief them on names
Speakers, winners and VIPs should come with correct pronunciations.
2
Plan the microphones
Agree radio mics and stage cues with your AV team before the day.
3
Share the running order early
A host who knows the plan can keep everything on time and smooth over any changes.

Frequently asked questions

Do venues around Carlisle 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 comperes and MCs cost in Carlisle?

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 Carlisle is 54 miles west of Newcastle upon Tyne. Send us your date and venue for free, no-obligation options.

Which postcodes around Carlisle do you cover?

All of CA1, CA2, CA3, CA4 and CA5, including Houghton, Cumberland, Scotby, Wetheral, Cotehill and Cumwhinton, plus the rest of Cumbria and nearby Longtown, Gretna, Brampton and Wigton.

Can the host run our awards?

Yes. Send the running order and categories and the host will prepare their script.

Can the MC be in character?

Yes. A ringmaster, a 1920s host or a themed character all work. Tell us your theme.

Does the MC need a microphone?

Yes. Most venues or AV teams supply radio mics. We confirm the setup in advance.

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 Carlisle

Comperes & MCs across Carlisle and nearby

Postcodes we cover

We book comperes & mcs in Carlisle and every address in the CA1, CA2, CA3, CA4 and CA5 postcode districts, including Houghton, Cumberland, Scotby, Wetheral, Cotehill, Cumwhinton, Dalston and Thursby. We also travel across Cumbria and the rest of North West.

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Venues near Carlisle

We cover every venue in and around Carlisle, from hotels, conference centres and country houses to marquees, offices and private homes. Tell us where your event is and we will check access, ceiling height, timings and any rules for performers.