Staffordshire, West Midlands

Silhouette Cutters for Hire in Burton upon Trent

Silhouette artists who cut a guest's profile freehand from paper in a couple of minutes, a vintage keepsake to take home. Available for Burton upon Trent, 23 miles south-west of Nottingham, and every postcode in Staffordshire.

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Silhouette Cutters in Burton upon Trent at a glance

Booking silhouette cutters 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

Burton upon Trent venues and silhouette cutters

Our venue list around Burton upon Trent includes 4 event venues, 2 country houses and 1 hotel, with Pride Park – Derby County F.C the biggest at up to 1000 guests. That range matters when you book silhouette cutters: a ballroom, a marquee and a private dining room each need a different set-up.

Burton upon Trent is 23 miles south-west of Nottingham, and we book silhouette cutters into every part of West Midlands, from Stretton, Tutbury and Barton-under-Needwood outwards.

A tip for Burton upon Trent bookings: silhouettes can be mounted on cards with your names, date or logo.

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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 silhouette cutters 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 silhouette cutters 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 silhouette cutter?

A silhouette cutter is an artist who cuts a guest's profile freehand from black paper using only scissors and a sharp eye, usually in a couple of minutes. The finished silhouette is mounted on card for the guest to take home.

It is an old craft with a vintage charm that suits weddings, Gatsby and Parisian nights and elegant corporate events. Because each cut is quick, an artist can see a steady stream of guests, and watching it happen is part of the entertainment.

Where it works best

Christmas parties
A personal take-home from the night.
Brand events
Silhouettes mounted on branded card.
Parisian themes
Old-world charm for a French night.
Gatsby nights
A vintage art form for a 1920s party.
Corporate receptions
A personal gift guests actually keep.
Weddings
A keepsake favour for every guest.

Tips from our team

1
Brand the mounts
Silhouettes can be mounted on cards with your names, date or logo.
2
Manage the queue
Place the artist where a queue will not block a walkway or the bar.
3
Set up in good light
A bright, even light on the guest's profile makes for a crisp silhouette.

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 silhouette cutters 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 silhouette cutters 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.

How long does each silhouette take?

Usually a couple of minutes per guest, so an artist can see a good number of guests in a session.

Can the silhouettes be personalised?

Yes. Cards can be printed with your names, date, event title or logo.

Can couples or children be cut together?

Often, yes. Ask the artist on the day, as group silhouettes take a little longer.

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

Silhouette Cutters across Burton upon Trent and nearby

Postcodes we cover

DE13
DE14
DE15

We book silhouette cutters 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.