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Hampshire, South East

Walkabout Characters for Hire in Southampton

Costumed characters and actors who mingle, interact and stay in character, from Gatsby guests to nutcrackers and deep-sea creatures. Booked across Southampton and Hampshire, including Romsey and Lyndhurst.

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Walkabout Characters in Southampton at a glance

Booking walkabout characters in Southampton

WowActs books walkabout characters in Southampton, Hampshire, 69 miles south-west of central London, covering the SO14, SO15, SO16, SO17, SO18, SO19, SO30 and SO31 and nearby postcode districts. There are 2 event venues on our list within 10 miles, the largest being Southampton Guildhall for up to 600 guests.

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County
Hampshire
Postcodes
SO14, SO15, SO16, SO17, SO18, SO19 +5
Location
69 miles south-west of central London
Venues on our list nearby
2
Largest nearby venue
Southampton Guildhall, up to 600 guests

Booking walkabout characters for a Southampton event

Our venue list around Southampton includes 1 hotel and 1 event venue, with Southampton Guildhall the biggest at up to 600 guests. That range matters when you book walkabout characters: a ballroom, a marquee and a private dining room each need a different set-up.

Southampton is 69 miles south-west of central London, and we book walkabout characters into every part of South East, from Rownhams, Nursling and Chilworth outwards.

A tip for Southampton 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 Southampton: 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 Southampton, Hampshire, 69 miles south-west of central London, covering the SO14, SO15, SO16, SO17, SO18, SO19, SO30 and SO31 and nearby postcode districts. There are 2 event venues on our list within 10 miles, the largest being Southampton Guildhall for up to 600 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

  • Hampshire

    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

  • Family events

    Fun, friendly characters for all ages.

  • Festivals

    All-day walkabout for a crowd.

  • Christmas parties

    Nutcrackers and festive characters.

  • Under-the-sea

    Pirates, jellyfish and sea creatures.

  • Launches

    Characters linked to your campaign.

  • Themed parties

    Characters who bring the theme to life.

Tips from our team

  1. 1

    Mix with a showpiece

    Characters work best alongside a headline act.

  2. 2

    Plan photo spots

    Characters near your backdrop make better photos.

  3. 3

    Brief them on your guests

    Tell us about your audience and the characters will adapt.

Frequently asked questions

Which venues near Southampton can host a large event?

On our list, Southampton Guildhall (up to 600 guests) and Grand Harbour Hotel (up to 400 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 Southampton 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 Southampton?

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 Southampton is 69 miles south-west of central London. Send us your date and venue for free, no-obligation options.

Which postcodes around Southampton do you cover?

All of SO14, SO15, SO16, SO17, SO18, SO19, SO30, SO31, SO40, SO45 and SO50, including Rownhams, Nursling, Chilworth, Eastleigh, Horton Heath and Warsash, plus the rest of Hampshire and nearby Romsey, Lyndhurst, Bishop's Waltham and Fareham.

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 Southampton

Walkabout Characters across Southampton and nearby

Postcodes we cover

  • SO14
  • SO15
  • SO16
  • SO17
  • SO18
  • SO19
  • SO30
  • SO31
  • SO40
  • SO45
  • SO50

We book walkabout characters in Southampton and every address in the SO14, SO15, SO16, SO17, SO18, SO19, SO30, SO31, SO40, SO45 and SO50 postcode districts, including Rownhams, Nursling, Chilworth, Eastleigh, Horton Heath, Warsash, Locks Heath and Netley. We also travel across Hampshire and the rest of South East.

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Venues near Southampton

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

  • Grand Harbour Hotel

    Hotel up to 400SO15 1AG

    Ballroom

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  • Southampton Guildhall

    Event Venue up to 600SO14 7FW

    Ballroom

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