Cumbria, North West

Living Statues for Hire in Alston

Living statues for corporate events, parties and weddings in Alston (CA9) and the rest of Cumbria.

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Booking living statues in Alston

WowActs books living statues in Alston, Cumbria, 34 miles west of Newcastle upon Tyne, covering the CA9 postcode district.

Last updated 6 October 2026

County: Cumbria
Postcodes: CA9
Location: 34 miles west of Newcastle upon Tyne

Living Statues in Alston: what to know

Alston sits in Cumbria, 34 miles west of Newcastle upon Tyne. Whether your event is in a hotel, a marquee or your own garden, we plan living statues around the space, the timings and the guests.

Bookings from Haltwhistle, Brampton and Appleby-in-Westmorland and the rest of Cumbria are just as easy. Travel for living statues is included in your quote, so the price you see is the price you pay.

One thing we always check for events in Alston: place them where people walk. Statues work best on a route guests pass along, not tucked in a corner.

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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 living statues in Alston: the complete guide

Written by The WowActs team, Event entertainment specialists

· Last updated 6 October 2026

The short answer

WowActs books living statues in Alston, Cumbria, 34 miles west of Newcastle upon Tyne, covering the CA9 postcode district. 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 is a living statue?

A living statue is a performer in full costume and body paint who holds perfectly still, like a sculpture, then moves at just the right moment to surprise guests. Done well, people walk past assuming it is part of the decor.

Styles include floral statues, frozen ice queens, gilded classical figures and masked Venetian looks. They work on plinths at an entrance, along a garden path, beside a bar or on an exhibition stand, and some can hold a tray of drinks or favours.

Where it works best

Entrances and arrivals
A statue at the door is the first photo every guest takes.
Weddings
Floral statues matched to your flowers.
Masquerade balls
Masked statues for old-world glamour.
Winter events
Frozen statues and ice queens for a winter wonderland.
Drinks receptions
Something to discover while photos and speeches happen.
Exhibition stands
Stops people in a busy hall and starts conversations.

Tips from our team

1
Place them where people walk
Statues work best on a route guests pass along, not tucked in a corner.
2
Think about lighting
A little uplighting on a statue makes the costume and the reveal far more dramatic.
3
Plan sets and breaks
Holding still is hard work. Statues perform in sets, which we plan around your timings.

Frequently asked questions

Do venues around Alston 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 living statues cost in Alston?

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 Alston is 34 miles west of Newcastle upon Tyne. Send us your date and venue for free, no-obligation options.

Which postcodes around Alston do you cover?

All of CA9, including Leadgate, plus the rest of Cumbria and nearby Haltwhistle, Brampton, Appleby-in-Westmorland and Hexham.

How long can a living statue stay still?

Professional statues work in sets with short breaks. We plan the sets so there is always something happening when guests are around.

Can living statues serve drinks?

Some can hold a tray of champagne, canapés or favours. Tell us what you have in mind.

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.

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Living Statues across Alston and nearby

Postcodes we cover

We book living statues in Alston and every address in the CA9 postcode district, including Leadgate. We also travel across Cumbria and the rest of North West.

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Venues near Alston

We cover every venue in and around Alston, 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.