Surrey, South East
Walkabout Characters for Hire in Guildford
Costumed characters and actors who mingle, interact and stay in character, from Gatsby guests to nutcrackers and deep-sea creatures. Booked across Guildford and Surrey, including Woking and Waverley.

- Living statues
- Stilt walkers
- Champagne walkers
- Aerialists
- Fire shows
- Giant martini glass
- Can-can
- Mermaids
- LED performers
- Jazz & swing
- Gatsby nights
- Winter wonderland
Walkabout Characters in Guildford at a glance
Booking walkabout characters in Guildford
WowActs books walkabout characters in Guildford, Surrey, 26 miles south-west of central London, covering the GU1, GU2, GU3, GU4, GU5 and GU7 postcode districts. There are 6 event venues on our list within 10 miles, the largest being Painshill Park for up to 320 guests.
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- County
- Surrey
- Postcodes
- GU1, GU2, GU3, GU4, GU5, GU7
- Location
- 26 miles south-west of central London
- Venues on our list nearby
- 6
- Largest nearby venue
- Painshill Park, up to 320 guests
Booking walkabout characters for a Guildford event
Our venue list around Guildford includes 5 country houses, 3 hotels and 1 estate, with Painshill Park the biggest at up to 320 guests. That range matters when you book walkabout characters: a ballroom, a marquee and a private dining room each need a different set-up.
Guildford is 26 miles south-west of central London, and we book walkabout characters into every part of South East, from Godalming, Farncombe and Waverley outwards.
A tip for Guildford bookings: characters work best alongside a headline act.
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Themes
Walkabout Characters in a themed package
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Gatsby & 1920s in Guildford
Champagne, jazz and roaring twenties glamour, delivered by performers who live the look.

Circus Showman in Guildford
Ringmasters, aerial, contortion and big-top spectacle for a night of pure showmanship.

Under the Sea in Guildford
Mermaids, sea creatures, aerial and burlesque for an underwater world your guests walk into.

Winter Wonderland in Guildford
Ice queens, frozen statues and glowing performers for an elegant winter event.

Christmas Parties in Guildford
Nutcrackers, festive statues and glowing acts for a Christmas party people talk about in January.

Enchanted Garden in Guildford
Floral living statues, garden aerial and blooming champagne glasses for a romantic, natural look.
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 walkabout characters in Guildford: the complete guide
Written by The WowActs team, Event entertainment specialists
· Last updatedThe short answer
WowActs books walkabout characters in Guildford, Surrey, 26 miles south-west of central London, covering the GU1, GU2, GU3, GU4, GU5 and GU7 postcode districts. There are 6 event venues on our list within 10 miles, the largest being Painshill Park for up to 320 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
Surrey
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
Festivals
All-day walkabout for a crowd.
Themed parties
Characters who bring the theme to life.
Under-the-sea
Pirates, jellyfish and sea creatures.
Family events
Fun, friendly characters for all ages.
Launches
Characters linked to your campaign.
Christmas parties
Nutcrackers and festive characters.
Tips from our team
- 1
Mix with a showpiece
Characters work best alongside a headline act.
- 2
Plan photo spots
Characters near your backdrop make better photos.
- 3
Brief them on your guests
Tell us about your audience and the characters will adapt.
Frequently asked questions
How big are the event venues around Guildford?
The venues on our list near Guildford hold up to 320 guests, with Painshill Park the largest. For bigger events, organisers often look further across Surrey. We cover them all.
Do venues around Guildford 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 Guildford?
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 Guildford is 26 miles south-west of central London. Send us your date and venue for free, no-obligation options.
Which postcodes around Guildford do you cover?
All of GU1, GU2, GU3, GU4, GU5 and GU7, including Godalming, Farncombe, Waverley, Hurtmore, Busbridge and Shalford, plus the rest of Surrey and nearby Woking, Waverley, Cranleigh and Aldershot.
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.
Local to Guildford
Walkabout Characters across Guildford and nearby
Postcodes we cover
- GU1
- GU2
- GU3
- GU4
- GU5
- GU7
We book walkabout characters in Guildford and every address in the GU1, GU2, GU3, GU4, GU5 and GU7 postcode districts, including Godalming, Farncombe, Waverley, Hurtmore, Busbridge, Shalford, Jacobs Well and Chilworth. We also travel across Surrey and the rest of South East.
Also covering nearby
Venues near Guildford
10 venues on our list are in or near Guildford, mostly country houses, hotels and estates. Tell us your venue when you enquire and we will check access, ceiling height, timings and any rules for performers before we confirm.
Guildford Manor Hotel
Hotel up to 90GU4 8SE
Ballroom
View on mapWotton House
Country House up to 130GU23 6BL
Ballroom
View on mapHilton Cobham Surrey
Hotel up to 300KT11 1EW
Brooklands Suite
View on mapPainshill Park
Estate up to 320KT11 1JE
The Conservatory
View on mapBotleys Mansion
Country House up to 300KT16 0AP
The Atrium
View on mapWarbrook House
Country House
View on mapOatlands Park Hotel
Country House up to 220KT13 9HB
York Suite
View on mapNorthbrook Park
Country House up to 200GU17 9BE
Ballroom
View on mapBerystede Hotel & Spa
Hotel
View on mapLittleton Park House, Shepperton Studios
Event Venue up to 200TW17 0QD
Ballroom
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