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Sideshow & Daredevil Acts for Hire in Burton upon Trent

Planning an event in Burton upon Trent? Old-time sideshow and daredevil acts, from sword swallowers and knife throwers to whip crackers, snake handlers and comedy strongmen. We regularly work in event venues and country houses like the ones around Burton upon Trent.

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Sideshow & Daredevil Acts in Burton upon Trent at a glance

Booking sideshow and daredevil acts in Burton upon Trent

Last updated 6 October 2026

County: Staffordshire
Postcodes: DE13, DE14, DE15
Location: 23 miles south-west of Nottingham
Venues on our list nearby: 2
Largest nearby venue: Pride Park – Derby County F.C, up to 1000 guests

Planning sideshow and daredevil acts in Burton upon Trent

Our Burton upon Trent venue list covers 4 event venues, 2 country houses and 1 hotel, and Pride Park – Derby County F.C can hold up to 1000 guests. We plan sideshow and daredevil acts around the space you have, from arrival routes to where a showpiece will be seen best.

We cover Burton upon Trent itself and the DE13, DE14 and DE15 postcode districts, including Stretton, Tutbury, Barton-under-Needwood and Alrewas, as well as nearby Swadlincote, Lichfield, Derby and Uttoxeter.

Use a compere. A host or ringmaster to introduce each act builds the tension and the payoff.

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Circus Showman in Burton upon Trent
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 sideshow and daredevil acts in Burton upon Trent: the complete guide

Written by The WowActs team, Event entertainment specialists

· Last updated 6 October 2026

The short answer

WowActs books sideshow and daredevil acts in Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire, 23 miles south-west of Nottingham, covering the DE13, DE14 and DE15 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
Staffordshire
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 sideshow act?

Sideshow acts come from the travelling fairs and circuses of the past: sword swallowing, knife throwing, whip cracking, snake handling, foot archery and comedy strongman feats. They are part skill, part showmanship, and they get a big reaction from any crowd.

Every act is performed by specialists with their own safety routines, and the more dangerous elements are planned with the venue in advance. Sideshow works best as a short, staged spot or as part of a circus or vintage showman theme.

Where it works best

Circus and showman themes
The thrill of an old travelling fair.
Halloween parties
Dark, theatrical old-time acts.
Launches
Daredevil skill for a bold brand.
Festivals
Short shows that draw a crowd.
Christmas parties
Something guests will still be talking about in January.
Awards nights
A daring spot between categories.

Tips from our team

1
Check the venue rules
Some venues have rules about blades or live animals. We ask before confirming.
2
Use a compere
A host or ringmaster to introduce each act builds the tension and the payoff.
3
Plan a safe viewing area
Knife throwing, whips and archery need a clear zone between the act and guests. We agree it with the venue.

Frequently asked questions

Which venues near Burton upon Trent 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 sideshow and daredevil acts around the space.

Do venues around Burton upon Trent 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 sideshow and daredevil acts cost in Burton upon Trent?

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 Burton upon Trent is 23 miles south-west of Nottingham. Send us your date and venue for free, no-obligation options.

Which postcodes around Burton upon Trent do you cover?

All of DE13, DE14 and DE15, including Stretton, Tutbury, Barton-under-Needwood, Alrewas and Newton Solney, plus the rest of Staffordshire and nearby Swadlincote, Lichfield, Derby and Uttoxeter.

Are sideshow acts safe?

They are performed by experienced specialists with their own safety routines, and we plan the space and viewing distance with your venue.

Can we book snake handling indoors?

Usually, yes, subject to the venue's rules. The handler manages the animals and guests can choose whether to get close.

Is it suitable for every audience?

Some acts are more intense than others. Tell us about your guests and we will suggest the right mix.

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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Local to Burton upon Trent

Sideshow & Daredevil Acts across Burton upon Trent and nearby

Postcodes we cover

DE13
DE14
DE15

We book sideshow & daredevil acts in Burton upon Trent and every address in the DE13, DE14 and DE15 postcode districts, including Stretton, Tutbury, Barton-under-Needwood, Alrewas and Newton Solney. We also travel across Staffordshire and the rest of West Midlands.

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Venues near Burton upon Trent

7 venues on our list are in or near Burton upon Trent, 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.