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On Hitched.co.uk since 2024

Last update: January 2026

Your wedding day is all about unforgettable moments—those magical, unexpected experiences that bring everyone together in joy, laughter, and celebration. That’s exactly what The Real Singing Waiters do best.

Picture this: your guests are happily enjoying their meal, chatting, and toasting to your love… when suddenly, one of the waiters bursts into song! Within moments, the whole room is alive—napkins waving, hands in the air, guests singing at the top of their lungs. That instant when surprise turns into pure celebration? That’s the moment they’ll talk about for years.

Why Our Singing Waiters Make Your Wedding Even More Unforgettable

✔ A Unique, Joy-Filled Surprise – The best weddings have moments that no one sees coming. We create that perfect surprise, lifting the atmosphere and making your reception completely unforgettable.

✔ Incredible Singers, Stunning Performances – Every one of our singing waiters is a professional performer, with experience in TV, theatre, and international cruise ships. This isn’t just singing—it’s a show!

✔ The Perfect Soundtrack for Your Day – Whether you love classic wedding anthems, singalong favourites, or a high-energy performance that gets your guests on their feet, we create a setlist that fits you. We can even perform a wedding singer set if you’d love more live music throughout your day.

✔ Seamless, Professional & Stress-Free – We take care of everything. Fully insured, PAT-tested, and experienced, we arrive ready to make your day even more magical—so all you have to do is enjoy the moment.

Your Wedding, Your Guests, Your Moment

Every couple wants their wedding to be the one that people can’t stop talking about. With The Real Singing Waiters, you’re giving your guests an experience that’s as unique and joyful as your love story.

So, if you want to see your loved ones laughing, singing, and dancing long before the evening party even starts… let’s make it happen.

Book The Real Singing Waiters today, and let’s create the most incredible memories together.

Frequently asked questions

Type of entertainment offered:

For children
For adults
Dance
Theatre
Other (Music singing immersive performance Surprise entertainment. music for dancing audience participation singalongs napkin waving)

What is included in the wedding package?

Our package includes one electrifying Singing Waiters set with a surprise reveal, sing-offs, napkin-waving, and full guest participation—guaranteed to get your wedding reception buzzing!

How far in advance should I contact you?

Our dates fill up quickly, so we recommend booking as soon as possible to secure your spot! Get in touch with Gareth today to check availability—we’d love to be part of your special day

What other services to you provide?

Light
Sound
Other (Vocal performance sets for Mini Band later in the evening are available. As well as reception singer All bookings are bespoke to you individually)

Are you able to travel?

Yes, up to 100 miles from London

Is there a charge for travelling?

Yes, after 90 miles its £1 a mile

Do you need specific materials or conditions to offer your service?

Yes, electricity we provide all equipment and sound

How long is the act?

approx 30 to 40 minutes for a singing waiters set but can be customised to suit you

How much time do you need to prepare for an act?

One hour

Do you work alone or do you have a team of professionals?

With a team

Do you do open-air acts?

Yes

Do you charge per hour or per event?

Per event

If needed, would you be able to work extra hours?

Yes

How do you charge extra time?

live music party set for dancing £150per person per 45 minute set

What are the forms of payment?

bank transfer card or cash

Served in

Essex, Hertfordshire, Kent, South West London and Surrey

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Reviews for The real singing waiters

Sarah
Sarah Sent on 08/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely Amazing

After being let down and ripped off by another company Gareth called and promised they would do their best to try and rectify and provide us with the surprise we so wanted for our Daughters wedding.

What can I say Dean and Claire didn’t disappoint.
Dean introduced himself soon after we arrived at the venue and whilst serving drinks both mingling in with the waiters did a grand job serving our meals.

Then it started: Dean was hilarious he had every one in fits of laughter and some tables fuming with his jokes and service of bread rolls 🤦🏼‍♀️

When he finished his hilarious final day speech he burst into song and every one was surprised and relieved that he was a performer and not a waiter and WHAT a performance he and Claire put on.

They had every one dancing singing and waving.

My daughter being lifted high in the air to time of my life was amazing.

All I can say is THE REAL SINGING WAITERS are the best don’t just think about booking Do it.

They delivered and excelled my expectations.

Thank you Gareth for contacting me although with bad news you made the day.

Dean your hilarious you certainly know how to work a crowd Claire you were amazing. Both vocals were outstanding.

Thank you thank you thank you.
Charlotte
Charlotte Sent on 13/01/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely incredible!

When my future husband asked me if we could have the Real Singing Waiters at our wedding in December I wasnt sure as I hadn't heard of them and I didnt know what to expect. I was told to trust the process and I am so glad I did! Gareth and Sam were brilliant, so talented, so friendly and it was the perfect way to get the party started. Every single guest was up and dancing and the songs were epic! We had a massive conga going on, a dirty dancing lift and the making of a new boy band all orcustrated by the dynamic duo! It was so much fun and really made our wedding! The guests loved loved loved them! Thank you so much guys, lots of love Charlotte and Iain!
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Cornisc Sent on 11/01/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Wow what an evening!!

Wow wow what an evening!! Do not hesitate to book a surprise singer through this company. Everything was perfect from start to finish including all the preparation and communication with both Gareth and Sam. Sam is an extremely talented entertainer with a brilliant voice, Super personality and all the guests raved about him. He made our daughter’s 18th birthday party the most memorable event and she and her friends have been talking about it nonstop ever since. Thank you guys for going above and beyond and providing the most professional service. See you guys again soon I hope. These guys would be amazing for any party / wedding! Book it. You will LOVE it
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Daisy Sent on 11/01/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing - would highly recommend!

The real signing waiters were amazing for our wedding yesterday, Gareth and Sophia were incredible. They got the crowd going crazy and everyone throughly enjoyed it. Very reasonable price - would highly recommend! Thanks guys.
Zoe
Zoe Sent on 21/11/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Fantastic!

I booked the real singing waiters around 6 months before the wedding and spoke to Gareth on the phone a few times to finalise our details. We picked a lot of songs that weren’t on their usual setlist but he was happy to sing them anyway.

On the day our singer Dayve arrived and blended into the staff, even we did not know who he was! He was fantastic. Everyone loved him and we had a really great time.
Kelly Boniface
Kelly B. Sent on 20/10/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely Brilliant

We booked the real singing waiters for our wedding on 11th October 2025 at the Mercure Hotel Tunbridge Wells. To say they were amazing is an understatement. We managed to keep it a secret from all our wedding guests, no-one cottoned on even when they fell over and everyone absolutely loved them, if I could've had them stay longer I would have done! Every single person at our wedding was on their feet joining in. If you're thinking of booking singing waiters then I highly recommend The Real Signing Waiters. Worth every penny and you won't be disappointed, our guests haven't stopped talking about them!
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Romanticivorycars36210 Sent on 18/10/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Highlight of the day!

Cannot thank Gareth enough for being our singing waiter at our wedding on Thursday. His fall was epic and silenced the room and then when he started singing the guests were so surprised! He really got the party started and every single person was on their feet with hands in the air. As a bride, I couldn’t have asked for more and it was exactly what I wanted. Gareth was amazing and also so funny, everyone was singing along and laughing. Nearly all my guests came to me and commented after on how amazing he was and It’s all everyone could talk about all night. Without a shadow of a doubt it was the highlight of the day for me and my new husband. We can’t recommend enough. Thanks so much Gareth once again for making our day so special.
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Sandra Sent on 10/10/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Gareth - wedding 25.9.25

Excellent service from the start! Gareth delivered outstanding quality at our wedding reception. Would highly recommend him. Thank you so much
Greg
Greg Sent on 02/10/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The Perfect Surprise – The Real Singing Waiters Made Our Day!

We had The Real Singing Waiters at our wedding, and they were absolutely incredible! They brought such amazing energy to the day and really got the party started. The singers were unbelievably talented, and our guests couldn’t stop raving about them, we’ve had so many people asking who they were!

It was so easy to organise, and on the day, the team were just fantastic. Everyone was up dancing, singing along, and it added such a special, unforgettable moment to our wedding. We highly recommend The Real Singing Waiters to anyone looking to bring a fun and lively atmosphere to their celebration. Thank you so much for making our day extra magical!
Rebecca
Rebecca Sent on 24/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Highly recommend these guys!!! Absolutely Fantastic!!

We had The Real Singing Waiters perform at our wedding, and they were absolutely outstanding. Gareth surprised our guests just after the speeches and instantly had the whole room buzzing. He had everyone joining in — even leading a conga line — and created an incredible atmosphere that we’ll never forget. Their performance truly elevated the day, and we couldn’t be happier that we booked them. Highly recommended for weddings or any celebration!
Stacy
Stacy Sent on 08/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Fantastic from start to finish

Booked the real singing waiters for our wedding and what an amazing job Davey did at getting our guests up dancing. Our guests have all said how fantastic he was and how its one of the best if not the best wedding they have been too.
We would definitely recommend contacting Gareth and getting booked in, thankyou so much for adding to our perfect day x
Dani
Dani Sent on 08/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The best thing we booked

If you are on the fence whether or not to book this or not then DO IT! This is the best thing we booked for our wedding day. From the second we booked the real singing waiters the communication was amazing. They tailored the songs to meet our requirements and gave us guidance and advice on how we wanted it to run.
On the day they were incredible! I actually cannot thank them enough for making our day absolutely unforgettable!
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Paula Sent on 08/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Brilliant Entertainment

We had ad The Real Singing Waiters for our daughters wedding they were brilliant. They really got the party started, all the guests loved it. Thankyou Rochelle and Donna you were fab.
Sophie
Sophie Sent on 07/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing!!!

Everyone said it was the best wedding they have ever been to because of the singing waiters! So much fun! The best way to get a party starter as got everyone involved in the singing. Literally made my wedding day a day to remember! Also so friendly and professional x
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Sharon Sent on 18/08/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Ellie and Damon’s wedding 17:8/25

Gareth was a star and a life saver after the other company going into liquidation and leaving me with no surprise for my daughter and now son in laws wedding . Gareth reassured me that they would not let me down , he kept in contact throughout the two years I managed to keep the secret. Yesterday was the big day . Donna and Dave were amazing , absolutely brilliant . No one knew and to see everyone’s faces and how the party started was priceless. Thankyou so much and I would definitely recommend xx
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Open day at the Watton house Hotel in Surrey come along and meet The Real Singing Waiters

Date: 18/01/2026 Schedule all day
Place: Wotton house , Dorking, Surrey

Meet the team

gareth James
gareth James
owner head waiter

Gareth James – Performer, Presenter & Singing Waiter

Gareth James has spent most of his life captivating audiences as a versatile performer. With a career spanning West End shows, cruise ships, and international stages, he has delighted crowds with his talent, charisma, and stage presence.

A familiar face to many, Gareth was also the presenter of The Sooty Show on ITV, bringing joy to children and families across the UK with his natural warmth and engaging energy. His ability to connect with audiences, both young and old, has made him a sought-after entertainer in various fields.

For the past four years, Gareth has brought his vocal talents and theatrical flair to the role of a singing waiter, surprising and entertaining guests with his powerful performances and infectious enthusiasm. Whether on stage, screen, or in a dining room, Gareth James continues to create unforgettable moments wherever he performs.

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