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Walkabout Characters for Hire in Oldbury

Costumed characters and actors who mingle, interact and stay in character, from Gatsby guests to nutcrackers and deep-sea creatures. Available for Oldbury, 4 miles west of Birmingham, and every postcode in West Midlands.

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Walkabout Characters in Oldbury at a glance

Booking walkabout characters in Oldbury

WowActs books walkabout characters in Oldbury, West Midlands, 4 miles west of Birmingham, covering the B17, B31, B32, B65 and B68 postcode districts. There are 12 event venues on our list within 10 miles, the largest being The New Bingley Hall for up to 1200 guests.

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County
West Midlands
Postcodes
B17, B31, B32, B65, B68
Location
4 miles west of Birmingham
Venues on our list nearby
12
Largest nearby venue
The New Bingley Hall, up to 1200 guests

Oldbury venues and walkabout characters

Our Oldbury venue list covers 9 event venues and 3 hotels, and The New Bingley Hall can hold up to 1200 guests. We plan walkabout characters around the space you have, from arrival routes to where a showpiece will be seen best.

We cover Oldbury itself and the B17, B31, B32, B65 and B68 postcode districts, including Birmingham, Rowley Regis, Blackheath and Old Hill, as well as nearby Smethwick, West Bromwich, Handsworth and Halesowen.

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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 Oldbury: 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 Oldbury, West Midlands, 4 miles west of Birmingham, covering the B17, B31, B32, B65 and B68 postcode districts. There are 12 event venues on our list within 10 miles, the largest being The New Bingley Hall 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

  • West Midlands

    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.

  • Launches

    Characters linked to your campaign.

  • Family events

    Fun, friendly characters for all ages.

  • Under-the-sea

    Pirates, jellyfish and sea creatures.

  • Christmas parties

    Nutcrackers and festive characters.

  • Themed parties

    Characters who bring the theme to life.

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

Which venues near Oldbury can host a large event?

On our list, The New Bingley Hall (up to 1200 guests), The Pavilion (up to 700 guests), West Bromwich Albion (up to 600 guests) and The H Suite (up to 600 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 Oldbury 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 Oldbury?

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 Oldbury is 4 miles west of Birmingham. Send us your date and venue for free, no-obligation options.

Which postcodes around Oldbury do you cover?

All of B17, B31, B32, B65 and B68, including Birmingham, Rowley Regis, Blackheath and Old Hill, plus the rest of West Midlands and nearby Smethwick, West Bromwich, Handsworth and Halesowen.

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 Oldbury

Walkabout Characters across Oldbury and nearby

Postcodes we cover

  • B17
  • B31
  • B32
  • B65
  • B68

We book walkabout characters in Oldbury and every address in the B17, B31, B32, B65 and B68 postcode districts, including Birmingham, Rowley Regis, Blackheath and Old Hill. We also travel across West Midlands and the rest of West Midlands.

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Venues near Oldbury

12 venues on our list are in or near Oldbury, mostly event venues 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.

  • West Bromwich Albion

    Event Venue up to 600B71 4LF

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  • Hawthorns Court

    Event Venue up to 400B70 6EU

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  • Birmingham Botanical Gardens

    Event Venue up to 500B15 3TR

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  • The H Suite

    Event Venue up to 600B16 0PP

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  • The Pavilion

    Event Venue up to 700B16 8QG

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  • Edgbaston Park Hotel

    Hotel up to 250B15 2RS

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  • University of Birmingham – The Great Hall

    Event Venue up to 600B15 2TT

    Main Hall

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  • The New Bingley Hall

    Event Venue up to 1200B18 5PP

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  • Village Hotel Dudley

    Hotel up to 300DY1 4TB

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  • Symphony Hall Birmingham

    Event Venue up to 600B1 2EA

    Main Auditorium

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  • Britannia Hotels (Birmingham Conference)

    Hotel up to 400B1 1AA

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  • ICC Birmingham

    Event Venue

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