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Close-Up Magician for Weddings, Corporate Events & Private Parties

Sleight-of-hand, mind-reading and pure astonishment, delivered up close. Trusted by couples, brands and hosts across London, Kent, Surrey and the UK.

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Why Choose Pete

A Safe Pair of Hands for Your Event

The credentials event planners, venues and couples look for before they book.

Professional Close-Up Magician

Fully Insured

Punctual & Reliable

Trusted by Businesses

Wedding Specialist

Interactive Entertainment

Available Across London & UK

5-Star Rated on Google

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15+ Years Experience
Meet Your Magician

Hi, I'm Pete

I'm a close-up magician based in Orpington, performing at weddings, in boardrooms and living rooms across London, Kent and the South East. Blending impossible card magic with fast-paced, in-the-moment mind reading, I create unforgettable moments that bring people together, spark conversation and leave guests talking long after the event has finished.

The difference between a memorable magician and a forgettable one isn't just the magic, it's knowing the room. I read the atmosphere, connect with your guests and adapt in real time: bringing energy to a lively wedding drinks reception or creating a more refined experience for an intimate boardroom audience. Every performance is shaped around the people in front of me, never a rehearsed script.

  • 500+ events performed across weddings, corporate events & private parties
  • Fully insured, with public liability cover
  • Based in Orpington - performing throughout Greater London, Kent, Surrey and UK-wide
Member of The Magic Circle
Member of The Magic Circle Associate of the Inner Magic Circle (AIMC)
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Services

Magic for Every Occasion

Close-up, mix-and-mingle and mind-reading entertainment, tailored to your event and guests.

Professional magician entertaining wedding guests with sleight of hand in Kent.

Wedding Magic

Unforgettable entertainment for your special day. Breaking the ice between guests and keeping everyone amazed during drinks receptions, photos or the evening reception.

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Professional magician engaging colleagues at a company event in Surrey.

Corporate Entertainment

Impress your team, make clients laugh, and guarantee a successful event. Stand out from the typical DJ or guest speaker with highly interactive, clean magic.

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Close-up magician performing at a private party in Orpington.

Private Parties

Milestone birthdays, anniversaries, or intimate gatherings. Bring close-up mind-reading and sleight of hand right to your guests' tables.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

I am based in Orpington, Greater London, UK, but regularly perform at high-profile events nationwide and internationally — including regularly across Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Essex, Hertfordshire and Buckinghamshire.

Close-up magic happens right under your nose using everyday items, cards, and mind-reading. Stage magic is designed to entertain an entire room simultaneously from a central platform.

Yes! The performance relies heavily on respectful, high-energy audience participation, ensuring your guests are the real stars of the show.

Absolutely - my close-up and family-friendly routines work brilliantly for younger guests, though my core specialism is adult weddings, corporate events and private celebrations. Let me know your audience when you enquire and I'll tailor the material accordingly.

Most bookings run one to two hours of mixed-and-mingled close-up magic, though I offer flexible packages from a short 45-minute slot up to a full day's entertainment - whatever suits your event.

Yes. Every performance is shaped around your event, guests and venue. From card magic and mind-reading at wedding drinks receptions to interactive stage-style sets for corporate audiences.

The Magic Circle is Britain's most respected society for magicians, founded in 1905. It isn't a membership you can simply pay for — every applicant has to pass a formal examination (or submit a thesis) in front of a panel of existing members, demonstrating real skill and knowledge of the craft, before being admitted. I've been a Member since 2016.

AIMC stands for Associate of the Inner Magic Circle — a further distinction above standard membership, awarded by the Society beyond the initial membership requirements. I was promoted to AIMC in 2021.

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Contact Details

Phone 07972 446886
Location Orpington, Greater London, UK
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