Tyne and Wear, North East
Christmas Party Entertainment in Barnard Castle
Planning an event in Barnard Castle? Nutcrackers, festive statues and glowing acts for a Christmas party people talk about in January.
Popular for Office Christmas parties, Client events, Shared party nights, Family Christmas parties

- Living statues
- Stilt walkers
- Champagne walkers
- Aerialists
- Fire shows
- Giant martini glass
- Can-can
- Mermaids
- LED performers
- Jazz & swing
- Gatsby nights
- Winter wonderland
Christmas Parties entertainment in Barnard Castle at a glance
Booking Christmas themed entertainment in Barnard Castle
WowActs books Christmas themed entertainment in Barnard Castle, Tyne and Wear, 31 miles south-west of Newcastle upon Tyne, covering the DL12 postcode district.
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- County
- Tyne and Wear
- Postcodes
- DL12
- Location
- 31 miles south-west of Newcastle upon Tyne
Planning Christmas entertainment in Barnard Castle
Barnard Castle sits in Tyne and Wear, 31 miles south-west of Newcastle upon Tyne. Whether your event is in a hotel, a marquee or your own garden, we plan Christmas entertainment around the space, the timings and the guests.
We cover Barnard Castle itself and the DL12 postcode district, including County Durham, Startforth, Middleton-in-Teesdale and Mickleton, as well as nearby Wolsingham, Reeth, Bishop Auckland and Kirkby Stephen.
Hold dates now. Late November and December weekends are booked first. Midweek dates have more choice.
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Free, no-obligation quotes. Most enquiries take about a minute.
The line-up
Acts in our Christmas package
Pick one showpiece or mix several. Every act is styled to the theme.

Walkabout Characters in Barnard Castle
Pirates, nutcrackers, sea creatures and more

LED Performers in Barnard Castle
Light-up costumes that glow in the dark

Living Statues in Barnard Castle
Still, silent and stunning, until they move

Champagne Walkers in Barnard Castle
Strolling LED champagne tables that serve as they walk

Stilt Walkers in Barnard Castle
Towering costumed characters that own the room

Themed Dancers in Barnard Castle
Charleston, showgirls and choreographed sets

Jazz Singers & Bands in Barnard Castle
Swing, jazz and roaring twenties vocals

Ballerinas in Barnard Castle
Classical ballet, walkabout and music-box ballerinas

Ice Sculptures & Ice Luges in Barnard Castle
Hand-carved ice centrepieces and drinks luges

Santa & Christmas Characters in Barnard Castle
Santa, elves and a proper grotto

Singers & Vocalists in Barnard Castle
Solo vocalists for every mood and moment

Live Bands & Roaming Musicians in Barnard Castle
Function bands, roaming trios and brass bands
How the night flows
A typical Christmas line-up
Every event is different. This is a starting point we tailor to your venue, timings and budget.
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Nutcrackers greeting guests at the door
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Festive statues and champagne walkers during the reception
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Live music through dinner
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A show moment to launch the party
How it works
Booking is easy
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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.
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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.
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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
Planning a Christmas event in Barnard Castle: the complete guide
Written by The WowActs team, Event entertainment specialists
· Last updatedThe short answer
WowActs books Christmas themed entertainment in Barnard Castle, Tyne and Wear, 31 miles south-west of Newcastle upon Tyne, covering the DL12 postcode district. 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
Tyne and Wear
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 is in a Christmas package?
Christmas is the biggest night of the year for many teams. Festive acts make it feel like an occasion: LED and gold nutcrackers at the door, festive living statues, champagne walkers and stilt walkers.
Combine Christmas with another theme (Christmas in Paris, a Gatsby Christmas or a Winter Wonderland) for something different from last year.
Where it works best
The welcome
Nutcrackers greeting guests at the door
The reception
Festive statues and champagne walkers during the reception
Through the evening
Live music through dinner
The headline moment
A show moment to launch the party
Tips from our team
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Hold dates now
Late November and December weekends are booked first. Midweek dates have more choice.
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Mix the themes
Christmas in Paris and a Gatsby Christmas are two of the most popular combinations.
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Think about the door
Nutcrackers at the entrance are the photo every guest takes.
Frequently asked questions
Do venues around Barnard Castle 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 Christmas themed entertainment cost in Barnard Castle?
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 Barnard Castle is 31 miles south-west of Newcastle upon Tyne. Send us your date and venue for free, no-obligation options.
Which postcodes around Barnard Castle do you cover?
All of DL12, including County Durham, Startforth, Middleton-in-Teesdale and Mickleton, plus the rest of Tyne and Wear and nearby Wolsingham, Reeth, Bishop Auckland and Kirkby Stephen.
How far ahead should we book Christmas party entertainment?
Ideally by the summer. Early December weekends are the first to go, and midweek dates give you more choice of acts.
Can you work with our venue's Christmas package?
Yes. Most venues welcome entertainment. We agree access, timings and space with the venue before the day.
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 Barnard Castle
Christmas Parties entertainment across Barnard Castle and nearby
Postcodes we cover
- DL12
We book christmas parties entertainment in Barnard Castle and every address in the DL12 postcode district, including County Durham, Startforth, Middleton-in-Teesdale and Mickleton. We also travel across Tyne and Wear and the rest of North East.
Also covering nearby
Venues near Barnard Castle
We cover every venue in and around Barnard Castle, from hotels, conference centres and country houses to marquees, offices and private homes. Tell us where your event is and we will check access, ceiling height, timings and any rules for performers.
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More themes
Other looks our clients love

Gatsby & 1920s in Barnard Castle
Champagne, jazz and roaring twenties glamour, delivered by performers who live the look.

Parisian Cabaret in Barnard Castle
Can-can, cabaret and French chic, from a single act to a full night in Paris.

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

Under the Sea in Barnard Castle
Mermaids, sea creatures, aerial and burlesque for an underwater world your guests walk into.
Plan your Christmas event in Barnard Castle
Tell us your date, venue and guest numbers. We'll suggest a line-up and send one clear quote.