Greater Manchester, North West

Silhouette Cutters for Hire in Manchester

Planning an event in Manchester? Silhouette artists who cut a guest's profile freehand from paper in a couple of minutes, a vintage keepsake to take home.

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Silhouette Cutters in Manchester at a glance

Booking silhouette cutters in Manchester

WowActs books silhouette cutters in Manchester, Greater Manchester, 30 miles south-west of Bradford, covering the M1, M2, M3, M4, M11, M12, M13 and M14 and nearby postcode districts.

Last updated 6 October 2026

County: Greater Manchester
Postcodes: M1, M2, M3, M4, M11, M12 +6
Location: 30 miles south-west of Bradford

Planning silhouette cutters in Manchester

Manchester sits in Greater Manchester, 30 miles south-west of Bradford. Whether your event is in a hotel, a marquee or your own garden, we plan silhouette cutters around the space, the timings and the guests.

Manchester is 30 miles south-west of Bradford, and we book silhouette cutters into every part of North West, from Old Trafford and Salford outwards.

A tip for Manchester 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 Manchester: the complete guide

Written by The WowActs team, Event entertainment specialists

· Last updated 6 October 2026

The short answer

WowActs books silhouette cutters in Manchester, Greater Manchester, 30 miles south-west of Bradford, covering the M1, M2, M3, M4, M11, M12, M13 and M14 and nearby postcode districts. 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
Greater Manchester
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

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

Tips from our team

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

Frequently asked questions

Do venues around Manchester 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 Manchester?

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 Manchester is 30 miles south-west of Bradford. Send us your date and venue for free, no-obligation options.

Which postcodes around Manchester do you cover?

All of M1, M2, M3, M4, M11, M12, M13, M14, M15, M16, M21 and M60, including Old Trafford and Salford, plus the rest of Greater Manchester and nearby Cheetham Hill, Salford, Stockport and Ashton-under-Lyne.

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 Manchester

Silhouette Cutters across Manchester and nearby

Postcodes we cover

We book silhouette cutters in Manchester and every address in the M1, M2, M3, M4, M11, M12, M13, M14, M15, M16, M21 and M60 postcode districts, including Old Trafford and Salford. We also travel across Greater Manchester and the rest of North West.

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Venues near Manchester

We cover every venue in and around Manchester, 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.