About

Hey I’m James,
Your big day or event is important—and finding the right people to be part of it shouldn’t be difficult. So here’s a little about me, both personally and professionally.

I met my wife, Becky, back in secondary school, and after 9 years together, we got married at the beautiful Sopley Mill in Dorset. Since then, life’s been wonderfully full—mainly thanks to our noisy but loveable cockapoo, and our loveable but equally noisy 5-year-old daughter.

When I’m not performing, you’ll probably find me enjoying a coffee and piece of cake, planning our next sunny getaway, or settling in for the evening with a good Chinese takeaway (crispy beef with noodles is the one!).

Becky has become a superstar videographer in the wedding world—if you haven’t already, you should absolutely check out her work. We’re both incredibly passionate about creating unforgettable wedding experiences, just in very different ways!

Although we live in Dorset, I regularly work across Hampshire, Wiltshire and Somerset, performing at weddings, parties, and events of all shapes and sizes.

I’ve been professionally entertaining for 20 years and am a proud member of The Magic Circle—the world’s most prestigious magic society. I’ve also been honoured to receive the title South West Magician of the Year from The Wedding Industry Awards, a hugely respected recognition voted for by couples and judged by industry experts.

My true love is close-up magic, but what really drives me are the reactions—laughter, gasps, wide eyes, and genuine moments of connection. Magic, when used right, breaks down barriers and sparks instant conversation.

Over the years, I’ve been fortunate to perform at countless amazing weddings full of love and emotion, as well as private parties, trade shows, and corporate events. Some highlights include:

  • Performing at Google HQ in London

  • Entertaining at Mercedes in Guernsey

  • Fundraising at Sandhurst Military Base

  • Celebrating Oxford University Balliol College’s 450th Anniversary

  • Hosting the Dorset Children’s Services Awards

Every event I attend is special to me—I truly love them. So whether you’re planning something big or small, local or further afield, I’d love to be part of it.

Let’s make some magic together.

James Maidment

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“What the eyes see and the ears hear, the mind believes.”

-Harry Houdini

James has a perfect combination of skills and personality. He kept adults and children enthralled. He also worked as the MC at my son's wedding. I would willingly use James again if I need an entertainer.
James was so easy to work with arranging his attendance at our son and daughter in law's wedding. From the first contact to the amazing tricks and fun that he made happen on the day, everything was so relaxed. A truly nice person it was obvious he wanted to help make the day special and cared about what he was doing and the role he took in the celebrations.
And the day itself, I really cannot put into words how much of an impact he made with the guests, putting everyone at ease, making them laugh and wonder at the tricks. He helped the day run so smoothly liaising with the wedding planner and other suppliers. I would totally recommend James for any event, you won't be disappointed.
WOW what a guy !!! Not only is he an exceptional magician / host , he is genuinely a great guy.
We hit it off almost immediately, flowing into a lovely bit of banter and camaraderie.
This leading on to conversation about sharing a very similar performers mindset and outlook on going above and beyond for our couples.
Him being an expectant father again also gave us a connection, exchanging performing father stories as part of the DAD club lol. We had such a laugh.
You can really see how much he loves his job , the guy didn't stop smiling and embracing the magical moments he was creating and it was great to be part of that.
However it didn't stop there... He was more than happy to help be my ‘sound tech’ for my opener and also allowed me to use his insanely clever meta glasses during my performance.
I have to say entrusting me with those was in my opinion such a generous act of kindness,
a trait in which I hold above most.
In a nutshell not only Is James a next level magician and host but also has a kind and caring character which reflects in his manner and work. if you want a personable magician / host then look no further.
I really do hope we have the pleasure of working together again in the future.
Best wishes
Nelson
VIP
Absolutely thrilled to leave a 5-star review for our wedding host James! From the very start, James was incredible—always staying in touch and making sure every detail was perfect. Nothing was ever too much trouble for him. We’re so grateful he even rearranged his schedule to fit our wedding in.

On the big day, James was out of this world. He kept everything running smoothly and took all the stress off our shoulders. He also brought along his circus gear to keep the kids entertained, which went down an absolute treat—even the adults had a good go at it! 😂

To top it all off, he wowed our guests with his incredible magic—everyone was totally blown away. We couldn’t have asked for a better host and would 1000% recommend James to anyone looking for someone professional, talented, and genuinely caring. Thank you, James, for making our day so special and unforgettable!
James was at my cousins birthday party and made sure everyone was entertained with his magic tricks and happy good natured quick witted sense of humour. Gets a good recommendation from me 😊👌
Met James as my nieces wedding. Magic tricks kept both adults and kids entertained and enthralled through out the day.
We 1st met James at our Wedding tasting menu day at our chosen venue. Having met him on the day we were certain he needed to be a part of our special day so were quick to get him booked! We had our wedding at the weekend and James was beyond brilliant. Like so many others who have reviewed him, we kept him a secret to all of our family and friends to make sure he had maximum impact and he didn’t disappoint, from working the guests ahead of the ceremony and throughout the celebrations through to the evening festivities he was on hand to wow our guests and they all loved him. His comparing skills made the whole wedding breakfast like a well rehearsed seamless presentation.
Being such a great magician and thoroughly lovely guy he will add sparkle to any occasion and we wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him to anyone considering having him join their wedding! The best investment you will make, guaranteed!
Excellent magic and balloon making. Great entertainment. Would definitely recommend James.
A Truly Magical Experience!

We had James perform at our wedding and WOW! he was absolutely fantastic. He entertained our guests during the drinks reception and again in-between the courses of our wedding breakfast. He visited each table with amazing close-up magic that left everyone stunned. From balloon creations for the kids to magic that captivated the adults, he brought something special for everyone.

We kept James a compete surprise from not only our guests but our wedding party too and knowing this, he was discreet in his setup to the point even we wouldn’t have know he was there. None of our guests had a clue until he appeared, which made it even more exciting! The personalised magic he performed just for us as the bride and groom, was a real highlight and genuinely mind blowing. So many of our guests commented on how brilliant he was. We can’t recommend James highly enough, not only is he a genuinely lovely person to get to know, he is also extremely professional, talented, and a true magician in every sense!
Fantastic experience with James at a christening party. Friendly, fun with adults and kids. Great magic tricks that we could not believe!! Fantastic presence we would highly recommend and can't wait to see again. James was very impressed with my child's trick and interested in showing them where to find information. Thank you!! 😁
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