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Walkabout Characters for Hire in Long Eaton

Planning an event in Long Eaton? Costumed characters and actors who mingle, interact and stay in character, from Gatsby guests to nutcrackers and deep-sea creatures. We regularly work in event venues and country houses like the ones around Long Eaton.

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Walkabout Characters in Long Eaton at a glance

Booking walkabout characters in Long Eaton

WowActs books walkabout characters in Long Eaton, Derbyshire, 7 miles south-west of Nottingham, covering the DE72, DE74 and NG10 postcode districts. There are 12 event venues on our list within 10 miles, the largest being The ICCA for up to 1200 guests.

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County
Derbyshire
Postcodes
DE72, DE74, NG10
Location
7 miles south-west of Nottingham
Venues on our list nearby
12
Largest nearby venue
The ICCA, up to 1200 guests

Planning walkabout characters in Long Eaton

Our venue list around Long Eaton includes 8 event venues, 3 country houses and 1 estate, with The ICCA the biggest at up to 1200 guests. That range matters when you book walkabout characters: a ballroom, a marquee and a private dining room each need a different set-up.

Long Eaton is 7 miles south-west of Nottingham, and we book walkabout characters into every part of East Midlands, from Sandiacre, Borrowash and Breaston outwards.

A tip for Long Eaton bookings: characters work best alongside a headline act.

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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 Long Eaton: the complete guide

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The short answer

WowActs books walkabout characters in Long Eaton, Derbyshire, 7 miles south-west of Nottingham, covering the DE72, DE74 and NG10 postcode districts. There are 12 event venues on our list within 10 miles, the largest being The ICCA for up to 1200 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

  • Derbyshire

    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

  • Under-the-sea

    Pirates, jellyfish and sea creatures.

  • Festivals

    All-day walkabout for a crowd.

  • Christmas parties

    Nutcrackers and festive characters.

  • Launches

    Characters linked to your campaign.

  • Themed parties

    Characters who bring the theme to life.

  • Family events

    Fun, friendly characters for all ages.

Tips from our team

  1. 1

    Brief them on your guests

    Tell us about your audience and the characters will adapt.

  2. 2

    Mix with a showpiece

    Characters work best alongside a headline act.

  3. 3

    Plan photo spots

    Characters near your backdrop make better photos.

Frequently asked questions

Which venues near Long Eaton can host a large event?

On our list, The ICCA (up to 1200 guests), Meadow Lane – Notts County Football Club (up to 1200 guests), East Midlands Conference Centre (up to 1000 guests) and The County Ground – Nottingham County Cricket Ground (up to 1000 guests) can take 400 or more guests. Tell us your venue and numbers and we will plan walkabout characters around the space.

Do venues around Long Eaton 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 Long Eaton?

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 Long Eaton is 7 miles south-west of Nottingham. Send us your date and venue for free, no-obligation options.

Which postcodes around Long Eaton do you cover?

All of DE72, DE74 and NG10, including Sandiacre, Borrowash, Breaston, Aston-on-Trent, Draycott and Ockbrook, plus the rest of Derbyshire and nearby Beeston, Ilkeston, West Bridgford and Nottingham.

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?

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Local to Long Eaton

Walkabout Characters across Long Eaton and nearby

Postcodes we cover

  • DE72
  • DE74
  • NG10

We book walkabout characters in Long Eaton and every address in the DE72, DE74 and NG10 postcode districts, including Sandiacre, Borrowash, Breaston, Aston-on-Trent, Draycott, Ockbrook, Castle Donington and Kegworth. We also travel across Derbyshire and the rest of East Midlands.

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Venues near Long Eaton

12 venues on our list are in or near Long Eaton, mostly event venues, country houses 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.

  • East Midlands Conference Centre

    Event Venue up to 1000NG7 2RJ

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  • Osmaston Park

    Country House up to 250DE72 3EP

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  • Locko Park Estate

    Estate up to 500DE21 7BW

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  • The Nottinghamshire Golf & Country Club

    Country House up to 250NG8 4BH

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  • The ICCA

    Event Venue up to 1200LE12 6PA

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  • The County Ground – Nottingham County Cricket Ground

    Event Venue up to 1000NG2 1GT

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  • Meadow Lane – Notts County Football Club

    Event Venue up to 1200NG2 3HJ

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  • Pride Park – Derby County F.C

    Event Venue up to 1000DE24 8XL

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  • The City Ground – Nottingham Forest F.C

    Event Venue up to 800NG2 4AD

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  • Colwick Hall

    Country House up to 500NG2 4BE

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  • The Lakeside Suite

    Event Venue up to 1000LE11 5SF

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  • The Derby Conference Centre

    Event Venue up to 650DE1 1TJ

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