Derbyshire, East Midlands

Face & Body Painters for Hire in Swadlincote

Face and body painters adding glitter, gems and themed designs to your guests, from Gatsby sparkle and painted masks to festival looks. Available for Swadlincote, 20 miles north-west of Leicester, and every postcode in Derbyshire.

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Living statues
Stilt walkers
Champagne walkers
Aerialists
Fire shows
Giant martini glass
Can-can
Mermaids
LED performers
Jazz & swing
Gatsby nights
Winter wonderland

Face & Body Painters in Swadlincote at a glance

Booking face and body painters in Swadlincote

Last updated 6 October 2026

County: Derbyshire
Postcodes: DE11, DE12, LE65
Location: 20 miles north-west of Leicester
Venues on our list nearby: 2
Largest nearby venue: Pride Park – Derby County F.C, up to 1000 guests

Swadlincote venues and face and body painters

Within reach of Swadlincote there are 3 event venues, 2 country houses and 1 hotel on our list, including 5 that can take 400 guests or more. Tell us which one you've booked and we'll suggest how face and body painters fit the room.

Bookings from Burton upon Trent, Coalville and Derby and the rest of Derbyshire are just as easy. Travel for face and body painters is included in your quote, so the price you see is the price you pay.

One thing we always check for events in Swadlincote: choose quick designs. At busy events, simple designs keep the queue moving so more guests get a look.

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Themes

Face & Body Painters in a themed package

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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 Swadlincote: 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 Swadlincote, Derbyshire, 20 miles north-west of Leicester, covering the DE11, DE12 and LE65 postcode districts. There are 2 event venues on our list within 10 miles, 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 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

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

Tips from our team

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

Frequently asked questions

Which venues near Swadlincote 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), Alrewas Hayes (up to 650 guests) and The Derby Conference Centre (up to 650 guests) can take 400 or more guests. Tell us your venue and numbers and we will plan face and body painters around the space.

Do venues around Swadlincote 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 Swadlincote?

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 Swadlincote is 20 miles north-west of Leicester. Send us your date and venue for free, no-obligation options.

Which postcodes around Swadlincote do you cover?

All of DE11, DE12 and LE65, including Woodville, Blackfordby, Measham, Moira, Overseal and Linton, plus the rest of Derbyshire and nearby Burton upon Trent, Coalville, Derby and Tamworth.

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 Swadlincote

Face & Body Painters across Swadlincote and nearby

Postcodes we cover

DE11
DE12
LE65

We book face & body painters in Swadlincote and every address in the DE11, DE12 and LE65 postcode districts, including Woodville, Blackfordby, Measham, Moira, Overseal, Linton, Appleby Magna and Ashby-de-la-Zouch. We also travel across Derbyshire and the rest of East Midlands.

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Venues near Swadlincote

6 venues on our list are in or near Swadlincote, mostly event venues, country houses 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.