Crowcombe Court

Wedding Magician & Hosting Packages

I love a wedding...

I love attending weddings both socially and professionally and after tying the knot myself in 2016, I know how important your big day is.
I would love to help you make your wedding day run smoothly with fun and unforgettable magic for your guests. Crowcombe Court has to be one of my favourite venues. Not only because it’s stunning rooms, but also because the exceptional team and fantastic food.
I have been proudly voted South West Wedding Magician of the Year 2024, by the Wedding Industry Awards. A highly regarded wedding awards voted by previous couples and judged by industry experts.

Liza Edgington Photography - Canford School

“Fantastic magician! Excellent entertainment loved by our guests! Lots of compliments, thanks so much!"

- The Mogridge's - The Longhouse, Somerset

“Fantastic magician! Excellent entertainment loved by our guests! Lots of compliments, thanks so much!"

- The Mogridge's - The Longhouse, Somerset

As a wedding host I will introduce the key moments of your day, ensure that everything runs smoothly and everyone is in the right place at the right time. In a modern twist to a traditional toast master, I add my incredible mix of magic, comedy and mind reading to the day to create a fun and relaxed atmosphere. I will bring your guests together with plenty of laughs and gasps.

Previous surveys from Bridal Magazines suggest that the entertainment at the wedding reception is one of the most remembered parts of the day. More than twice as many guests remembered the entertainment over the flowers or catering. It was certainly true for our wedding, as I remember the acoustic singers we booked (Evertide Music) .

We remember how people make us feel more than anything and I aim to make your friends and family laugh, smile and remember your day as one of the best days of their lives as well as the very best day of yours.

“His magic was OUTSTANDING, his hosting was PERFECT"

- The Baker's - Crowcombe Court, Somerset

“His magic was OUTSTANDING, his hosting was PERFECT"

- The Baker's - Crowcombe Court, Somerset

Wedding guests clapping at magician James Maidment for an amazing trick.
Jamie Bott Photography - Lulworth Castle

“James was the magician I never knew I NEEDED!”

– Mr & Mrs O’Brien – Branksome Dene, Dorset

I can provide full-day hosting, half-day hosting and magic without hosting. My style is fun, but not overly eccentric. I can blend in with the style of your day. Whether it’s a relaxed barn style wedding, a festival themed party, or a formal Manor House affair.

My hosting packages include;

  • greeting the bridal party and guests
  • background music for the ceremony, drinks reception, wedding breakfast
  • announcing the wedding breakfast and ushering guests to be seated
  • a mini comedy mind-reading cabaret before the speeches
  • introducing the speeches
  • announcing all key moments such as your entrance to the wedding breakfast, speeches, cutting the cake, first dance, the bouquet toss and any other important events.

Since planning my own wedding with my wife I know that it can be stressful & I would love to make some of the “Wedmin” disappear!

You’ll receive incredibly detailed documents, such as a run sheet and wedding party details exclusively for your wedding that will help make the whole day run as smoothly just as you’ve hoped. We’ll meet either in person or via video chat to discuss all the important details of your day.

If you would like hosting with the attention to detail that you deserve. An entrance into the wedding breakfast that will have your guests waving their napkins and banging on the tables, download my latest Wedding Hosting brochure here or if you would like a quote please click the link below to fill in a contact form.

Aimee Joy Photography - Brewhouse & Kitchen

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Reviews

Excellent
5.0
Based on 61 reviews
T JM
1 day ago
First class magician and entertainer for a wedding we recently attended. James made the whole day so enjoyable. Trying to think of my own excuse to host a party so we can enjoy the experience all over again!
Nuala Lynch
2 days ago
Jason Carter
1 week ago
Highly recommended had an outstanding day/night was amazing !!
I booked James for my 60th birthday party. I'd always loved close up manic so was thrilled when James confirmed that he was able to come and entertain us. My guests and I really enjoyed it and I would not hesitate to recommend him.
Nicola Holman
1 month ago
James was amazing! Really made our day special and managed to stay on top of everything we needed him to do (which was a lot) - Thank you James. You really made our day memorable. Nicola & Nathan (11th July)
Keith Ramsay
2 months ago
We booked James for our wedding on 3rd July 26 having seen him at a wedding menu tasting event. My (now wife) wasn’t fussed about a magician but some gentle persuasion won her round and we are both so pleased we booked James. James was fantastic, the magic is only part of the package, he quickly made friends with all of our guests during the drinks reception and added a real energy to the wedding breakfast announcing the bride and groom, doing some fantastic magic between courses. James even done some incredible ballon animals for the young ones who loved it. Honestly we could not have been happier with James, he really elevated the day, some of our guests commented that they don’t normally like magicians but said James was fantastic. A great addition to any wedding. Thank you James.
paul clist
2 months ago
Absolutely fantastic magician would 100 💯 recommend booking him totally amazing
Fraser Balfour
2 months ago
Wendy Cooper
2 months ago
Absolutely brilliant. Funny and entertaining. Had everyone stunned with his magic. Excellent entertainment at a wedding.
Chloe Harrison
3 months ago
Wow James, you were excellent on our wedding day, great organising of the guests throughout the day, and the magic…everyone loved you! Very entertaining for everyone, still a few shocked faces now 😂
T JM
1 day ago
First class magician and entertainer for a wedding we recently attended. James made the whole day so enjoyable. Trying to think of my own excuse to host a party so we can enjoy the experience all over again!
Nuala Lynch
2 days ago
Jason Carter
1 week ago
Highly recommended had an outstanding day/night was amazing !!
I booked James for my 60th birthday party. I'd always loved close up manic so was thrilled when James confirmed that he was able to come and entertain us. My guests and I really enjoyed it and I would not hesitate to recommend him.
Nicola Holman
1 month ago
James was amazing! Really made our day special and managed to stay on top of everything we needed him to do (which was a lot) - Thank you James. You really made our day memorable. Nicola & Nathan (11th July)
Keith Ramsay
2 months ago
We booked James for our wedding on 3rd July 26 having seen him at a wedding menu tasting event. My (now wife) wasn’t fussed about a magician but some gentle persuasion won her round and we are both so pleased we booked James. James was fantastic, the magic is only part of the package, he quickly made friends with all of our guests during the drinks reception and added a real energy to the wedding breakfast announcing the bride and groom, doing some fantastic magic between courses. James even done some incredible ballon animals for the young ones who loved it. Honestly we could not have been happier with James, he really elevated the day, some of our guests commented that they don’t normally like magicians but said James was fantastic. A great addition to any wedding. Thank you James.
paul clist
2 months ago
Absolutely fantastic magician would 100 💯 recommend booking him totally amazing
Fraser Balfour
2 months ago
Wendy Cooper
2 months ago
Absolutely brilliant. Funny and entertaining. Had everyone stunned with his magic. Excellent entertainment at a wedding.
Chloe Harrison
3 months ago
Wow James, you were excellent on our wedding day, great organising of the guests throughout the day, and the magic…everyone loved you! Very entertaining for everyone, still a few shocked faces now 😂
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