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Bristol, South West

Walkabout Characters for Hire in Bristol

Costumed characters and actors who mingle, interact and stay in character, from Gatsby guests to nutcrackers and deep-sea creatures. Available for Bristol, 25 miles east of Cardiff, and every postcode in Bristol.

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Walkabout Characters in Bristol at a glance

Booking walkabout characters in Bristol

WowActs books walkabout characters in Bristol, Bristol, 25 miles east of Cardiff, covering the BS1, BS2, BS3, BS4, BS5, BS6, BS7 and BS8 and nearby postcode districts. There are 1 event venues on our list within 10 miles, the largest being Hamswell House for up to 120 guests.

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County
Bristol
Postcodes
BS1, BS2, BS3, BS4, BS5, BS6 +12
Location
25 miles east of Cardiff
Venues on our list nearby
1
Largest nearby venue
Hamswell House, up to 120 guests

Bristol venues and walkabout characters

Our Bristol venue list covers 1 country house, and Hamswell House can hold up to 120 guests. We plan walkabout characters around the space you have, from arrival routes to where a showpiece will be seen best.

We cover Bristol itself and the BS1, BS2, BS3, BS4, BS5 and BS6 postcode districts, including Mangotsfield, Fishponds, Frenchay and Hillfields, as well as nearby Portishead, Wrington, Yate and Thornbury.

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How it works

Booking is easy

  1. 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. 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. 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 walkabout characters in Bristol: the complete guide

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Written by The WowActs team, Event entertainment specialists

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The short answer

WowActs books walkabout characters in Bristol, Bristol, 25 miles east of Cardiff, covering the BS1, BS2, BS3, BS4, BS5, BS6, BS7 and BS8 and nearby postcode districts. There are 1 event venues on our list within 10 miles, the largest being Hamswell House for up to 120 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

  • Bristol

    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 are walkabout characters?

Walkabout characters are costumed performers who roam the event in character, chatting, posing for photos and reacting to guests. They make a theme feel real rather than just decorated.

Characters range from Gatsby partygoers and pirates to nutcrackers, jellyfish, octopus and other sea creatures, depending on your theme.

Where it works best

  • Themed parties

    Characters who bring the theme to life.

  • Christmas parties

    Nutcrackers and festive characters.

  • Under-the-sea

    Pirates, jellyfish and sea creatures.

  • Family events

    Fun, friendly characters for all ages.

  • Festivals

    All-day walkabout for a crowd.

  • Launches

    Characters linked to your campaign.

Tips from our team

  1. 1

    Brief them on your guests

    Tell us about your audience and the characters will adapt.

  2. 2

    Plan photo spots

    Characters near your backdrop make better photos.

  3. 3

    Mix with a showpiece

    Characters work best alongside a headline act.

Frequently asked questions

How big are the event venues around Bristol?

The venues on our list near Bristol hold up to 120 guests, with Hamswell House the largest. For bigger events, organisers often look further across Bristol. We cover them all.

Do venues around Bristol 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 walkabout characters cost in Bristol?

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 Bristol is 25 miles east of Cardiff. Send us your date and venue for free, no-obligation options.

Which postcodes around Bristol do you cover?

All of BS1, BS2, BS3, BS4, BS5, BS6, BS7, BS8, BS9, BS10, BS13, BS14, BS15, BS16, BS30, BS31, BS34 and BS41, including Mangotsfield, Fishponds, Frenchay, Hillfields, Whiteway and Crofts End, plus the rest of Bristol and nearby Portishead, Wrington, Yate and Thornbury.

Do walkabout characters talk to guests?

Yes, in character. They chat, pose and react, which is what makes them memorable.

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 Bristol

Walkabout Characters across Bristol and nearby

Postcodes we cover

  • BS1
  • BS2
  • BS3
  • BS4
  • BS5
  • BS6
  • BS7
  • BS8
  • BS9
  • BS10
  • BS13
  • BS14
  • BS15
  • BS16
  • BS30
  • BS31
  • BS34
  • BS41

We book walkabout characters in Bristol and every address in the BS1, BS2, BS3, BS4, BS5, BS6, BS7, BS8, BS9, BS10, BS13, BS14, BS15, BS16, BS30, BS31, BS34 and BS41 postcode districts, including Mangotsfield, Fishponds, Frenchay, Hillfields, Whiteway, Crofts End, Kingswood and Two Mile Hill. We also travel across Bristol and the rest of South West.

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Venues near Bristol

1 venues on our list are in or near Bristol, mostly country houses. Tell us your venue when you enquire and we will check access, ceiling height, timings and any rules for performers before we confirm.

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