How Much Is a Magician in Gloucester in 2026?
Andy Field is a professional Gloucester magician, offering close up magic, sleight of hand illusions, mind reading and more, for a variety of occasions. Over the years Andy has built a strong global following, boasting over millions of views on his YouTube channel and an array of reviews across multiple platforms. Having amassed experience as a wedding magician, party magician & close up magician, Andy is seen as one of the industries most tried and tested professional magicians.
How Much Is a Gloucester Magician
Andy's performance of The Cups and Balls has over 200 000 views on YouTube
If you're thinking about booking a magician for a wedding, party, corporate event or special occasion in Gloucester, one of the first questions you're probably going to ask is:
How much is a magician in Gloucester?
The honest answer is that magician prices can vary quite considerably.
In 2026, you can find magicians advertised from a few hundred pounds to well over £1,000. Depending on the type of magician, their experience, the event, the date and what you actually want them to do.
So, rather than simply looking for the cheapest magician you can find, it's worth understanding what you're actually paying for.
How Much Does a Magician Cost in Gloucester in 2026?
How much does a magician cost in Gloucester? Fees can vary depending on experience, event and requirements.
Current online listings give a good indication of the market.
For Gloucester, advertised prices can start at around £170. While one entertainment platform currently gives an average hire price of approximately £496 per event. Other professional magicians working in Gloucestershire advertise starting prices of around £475–£500.
You will also find professional close-up magicians charging considerably more. Particularly for weddings, corporate events and longer performances.
As a rough guide, you might therefore come across prices such as:
- £200–£400 – shorter or less experienced performances
- £400–£600 – established professional close-up magicians
- £600–£1,000+ – highly experienced or premium performers and larger events
- £1,000+ – specialist, high-profile or particularly demanding bookings
These aren't fixed Gloucester magician prices. They're simply useful guidelines when you're comparing different performers.
The important thing is to find out exactly what is included.
Why Experience Matters When Booking a Magician
A little close-up magic can turn an ordinary event into something people remember.
When you're comparing the price of a magician, it's worth knowing a little bit about the person you're actually booking.
I've been a professional close-up magician for more than 25 years. Performing at weddings, parties and corporate events. Including private functions for thousands of people.
Over the years I've also built a YouTube channel with more than 20 million views. Received hundreds of Google reviews, and have even been involved in consultation for the BBC drama Hustle.
I'm also a S.A.M.s Champion of Close-Up Magic (twice). Probably the most important thing is simply the amount of real-world experience I've gained performing in front of people.
If you're considering booking a magician in Gloucester, here's a little example of my sleight of hand skills:
It's much easier to understand what you're getting when you can actually see a magician performing rather than simply reading a list of claims on a website.
And that's really what I'd recommend when you're comparing magicians.
Watch them perform. Read their reviews. Look at their experience. And, most importantly, decide whether you actually like what they do.
Because you're not just booking a magic trick.
You're booking the person who is going to walk up to your guests and become part of your event.
Why Do Magicians Charge Different Prices?
This is where things get interesting.
You might look at two magicians who appear to offer roughly the same service and wonder why one costs £300 and another costs £600.
It's a bit like comparing two restaurants. They both sell food.
That doesn't mean you're going to get the same meal. Experience is one of the biggest factors.
A professional magician who has spent decades performing for real people has learned far more than simply how to perform a trick.
They have learned how to read a room, approach strangers without making things awkward. Plus involve people naturally and keep an event moving.
And, importantly, they know what to do when something unexpected happens.
Because at events, something unexpected always happens.
What Type of Event Are You Booking a Magician For?
Andy Field performing close-up magic for bridesmaids at a wedding
Gloucester wedding magician
Weddings are particularly popular for close-up magic.
A magician can perform during the drinks reception while photographs are being taken, During the period before the wedding breakfast. Or at another suitable point during the day.
It gives your guests something entertaining to do rather than standing around clutching the same glass of Prosecco for an hour.
Wedding bookings can require a considerable amount of experience because you're performing for a mixture of ages, personalities and groups of people who may not all know each other.
A good Gloucester wedding magician needs to be able to move comfortably around the room and make people feel relaxed.
Gloucester party magician
Powerful close up magic all day long
Birthday parties, anniversaries, engagement parties and other celebrations can also be perfect for close-up magic.
The beauty of close-up magic is that you don't need a stage, lighting rig or enormous production.
A Gloucester party magician performs right in front of your guests.
Cards, coins, rings, money, phones and borrowed objects can all become part of the entertainment.
And because the magic happens in small groups, people often start talking about what they've just seen.
Which is usually a good sign.
Gloucester corporate magician
Corporate events can be slightly different.
A magician may be booked for a drinks reception, networking event, awards evening, Christmas party, conference or company celebration.
Here, reliability and professionalism are just as important as the magic itself.
If you're entertaining clients or colleagues, you want somebody who understands how to behave in a professional environment. A Gloucester corporate magician will have the skills to do this.
Does a More Expensive Magician Mean a Better Magician?
Andy Field performing close-up magic for three girls
Not necessarily. Price alone doesn't guarantee quality.
You should look at the magician's experience, reviews and videos. Plus the type of events they regularly perform at.
A sleight of hand magician charging £1,000 isn't automatically better than someone charging £500.
But equally, the cheapest quote isn't automatically the best deal.
Imagine booking somebody because they're £150 cheaper and then discovering that they spend most of the evening doing the same three tricks to everybody.
Suddenly that £150 saving doesn't look quite so impressive.
Before booking, ask yourself:
Is their close up magic good? Do I like their personality? Do their reviews sound genuine? Have they performed at events similar to mine?
And perhaps most importantly:
Can I imagine this person fitting into my event?
Does a Magician Charge For Travel?
This is another question worth asking before you book.
Some performers may add travelling expenses to their quote, particularly if they're travelling a long distance.
I don't charge extra for travel within my normal working area, so you won't suddenly receive a separate mileage bill after booking me.
I also don't simply watch the clock and stop performing because an agreed period has ended.
My fees are based on the booking, the date, the event and the level of service required rather than simply charging by the minute.
The important thing is to establish exactly what your magician's quotation includes before you book.
So How Much Should You Budget For a Magician in Gloucester?
Two guests react with amazement after watching Andy Field perform a close-up magic trick.
If you're planning an event in Gloucester during 2026, I'd suggest allowing around £400–£600 as a realistic starting point for an established professional close-up magician, while understanding that some performers will charge less and others considerably more.
For weddings and larger corporate events, the cost can be higher depending on the requirements.
The current Gloucester market certainly demonstrates that there isn't one standard magician's fee. Online listings range widely, with the average figure on one Gloucester entertainment platform currently around £496 per event.
So don't be surprised if you contact three professional magicians and receive three completely different quotations.
That's normal.
Is Hiring a Magician Worth the Money?
I might be slightly biased here...But yes!
Close-up magic is one of those forms of entertainment that can become part of the event rather than interrupting it.
There is no stage to set up. No complicated equipment. No enormous speaker system.
The magician simply walks around your guests and creates moments of laughter, amazement and disbelief.
And unlike a performance where everyone sits down and watches the same show, close-up magic can create dozens of little moments throughout an event.
One person might have their signed card appear somewhere impossible.
Someone else might lend you a ring and then wonder how on earth it ended up somewhere completely unexpected.
And somebody will almost certainly say:
"No, seriously... how did you do that?"
That's usually my favourite part.
Looking for a Magician in Gloucester?
If you're looking for a professional Gloucester magician for your wedding, party, corporate event or special occasion, I'd be happy to discuss your plans.
With more than a quarter of a century as a professional close-up magician, over 20 million YouTube views and hundreds of five-star reviews, I provide professional close-up magic designed to create memorable moments for your guests.
I perform throughout Gloucester and Gloucestershire and specialise in close-up magic involving playing cards, coins, money, rings, keys, elastic bands, mobile phones and borrowed objects.
And don't worry. I won't make you pull a rabbit out of a hat.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a magician cost in Gloucester in 2026?
A professional magician in Gloucester can cost anywhere from a few hundred pounds upwards. Current online listings show an average of around £496 per event. Although prices vary according to experience, event type, date and performance requirements.
How much does a wedding magician cost in Gloucester?
A professional Gloucester wedding magician can typically cost several hundred pounds. Established performers often charge around £400–£600 or more depending on the booking. Larger or more demanding wedding bookings can cost considerably more.
What affects the price of a magician?
The magician's experience, the type of event, date, location, number of guests and amount of performance required can all affect the price.
Is close-up magic suitable for a Gloucester wedding?
Absolutely. Close-up magic is particularly effective during drinks receptions, photographs, room changes and other periods when guests are waiting or socialising.
How do I choose a good magician in Gloucester?
Look at genuine reviews, watch videos of the magician performing, check their experience and make sure their style suits your event. Don't choose solely on price.
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