Surrey, South East

Face & Body Painters for Hire in New Alresford

Face and body painters adding glitter, gems and themed designs to your guests, from Gatsby sparkle and painted masks to festival looks. Available for New Alresford, 53 miles south-west of central London, and every postcode in Surrey.

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Gatsby nights
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Face & Body Painters in New Alresford at a glance

Booking face and body painters in New Alresford

Last updated 6 October 2026

County: Surrey
Postcodes: SO24
Location: 53 miles south-west of central London
Venues on our list nearby: 2
Largest nearby venue: Oakley Hall Hotel, up to 350 guests

New Alresford venues and face and body painters

Our venue list around New Alresford includes 1 hotel and 1 country house, with Oakley Hall Hotel the biggest at up to 350 guests. That range matters when you book face and body painters: a ballroom, a marquee and a private dining room each need a different set-up.

New Alresford is 53 miles south-west of central London, and we book face and body painters into every part of South East, from Winchester, Ropley and Bishop's Sutton outwards.

A tip for New Alresford bookings: a table, two chairs, good light and access to water make a proper painting station.

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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 face and body painters in New Alresford: the complete guide

Written by The WowActs team, Event entertainment specialists

· Last updated 6 October 2026

The short answer

WowActs books face and body painters in New Alresford, Surrey, 53 miles south-west of central London, covering the SO24 postcode district. There are 2 event venues on our list within easy reach, the largest being Oakley Hall Hotel for up to 350 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
Surrey
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 can face and body painters do at an event?

Event face painters create quick, eye-catching designs for adults and children: glitter and gems, painted masks, festival looks, mermaid scales and winter frost. Body painters can also paint performers or models in full designs as a living centrepiece.

Face painting works as an interactive station where guests queue for a look, which suits family days, festivals and themed parties. For adult events, glitter bars and quick themed designs are the most popular choice.

Where it works best

Festivals
Glitter bars and festival looks.
Family fun days
Classic face painting for children.
Brand activations
Logos and colours painted on guests.
Under-the-sea themes
Mermaid scales and shimmer.
Gatsby nights
Gold glitter and gems for flappers.
Masquerade balls
Painted masks for guests without one.

Tips from our team

1
Give them a station
A table, two chairs, good light and access to water make a proper painting station.
2
Mention skin sensitivities
Painters use cosmetic-grade products. Guests with sensitive skin can ask for a patch test or a lighter design.
3
Choose quick designs
At busy events, simple designs keep the queue moving so more guests get a look.

Frequently asked questions

How big are the event venues around New Alresford?

The venues on our list near New Alresford hold up to 350 guests, with Oakley Hall Hotel the largest. For bigger events, organisers often look further across Surrey. We cover them all.

Do venues around New Alresford 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 face and body painters cost in New Alresford?

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 New Alresford is 53 miles south-west of central London. Send us your date and venue for free, no-obligation options.

Which postcodes around New Alresford do you cover?

All of SO24, including Winchester, Ropley, Bishop's Sutton and Cheriton, plus the rest of Surrey and nearby Alton, Winchester, Petersfield and Bishop's Waltham.

Are the paints safe for skin?

Painters use cosmetic-grade face and body paints designed for skin. Guests with sensitivities can ask the painter on the day.

How many guests can a painter see?

It depends on the designs. Quick glitter looks take a few minutes, detailed designs take longer. We advise on numbers.

Can a painter create a full body paint showpiece?

Yes. A painted performer or model can be prepared before the event as a living centrepiece.

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 New Alresford

Face & Body Painters across New Alresford and nearby

Postcodes we cover

SO24

We book face & body painters in New Alresford and every address in the SO24 postcode district, including Winchester, Ropley, Bishop's Sutton and Cheriton. We also travel across Surrey and the rest of South East.

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Venues near New Alresford

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