I’m Alastair Reay, a wedding DJ and host with 30 years of experience based in Stockton-on-Tees — right on the doorstep of County Durham. When you book me, you get me on the night. Not an agency, not a last-minute substitute. One person who knows your wedding inside out, from your first conversation right through to the last song.
✓ 30 Years Experience · ✓ 50+ Venues · ✓ £10m Public Liability · ✓ Never Missed a Booking
I cover the whole of Durham — from Durham City and Chester-le-Street through to Barnard Castle, Bishop Auckland, Darlington, Newton Aycliffe, Spennymoor, Sedgefield, Consett, Stanley, Seaham, and everywhere in between. Whether your wedding is in a cathedral city hotel, a country house estate, or a rural barn, I’ll be there — set up, ready, and focused entirely on making your night.
Every wedding I do is built around the couple. I take the time before your day to understand your music taste, your crowd mix, and the moments that matter most to you. Then I deliver them — from the ceremony through to the last dance — without you having to worry about a thing.
What I Bring to Your Durham Wedding
- Expert DJ mixing and a fully tailored playlist built around your taste and your guests
- Premium RCF sound system — powerful, clear, and perfectly balanced for any venue
- Dynamic lighting that transforms the room from dinner to dancefloor
- Choice of black, white or starlit DJ booth to suit your venue style
- MC and hosting throughout — smooth, warm, and never cheesy
- Microphone for speeches and announcements handled professionally
- Dancing on Clouds dry ice effect for a stunning first dance moment
- Cold Spark machine for a dramatic, memorable entrance or exit
Durham Wedding Venues I Know Well
With over 50 venues across the North East, I know County Durham’s wedding scene inside out. Venues I’ve worked at include:
Lartington Hall, Beamish Hall, Lumley Castle, Wynyard Hall, Ramside Hall, Redworth Hall, Hardwick Hall, Whitworth Estate, Bowburn Hall, Blackwell Grange, Durham Castle, and many more across the county.
If your venue isn’t on this list, get in touch — chances are I know it, and if I don’t, I’ll make sure I do before your day.
“Alastair thank you so much for being part of our day. You can see your experience completely shine through — especially with such a challenge of Nepali, Arabic and English songs, you somehow weaved it all together. Can’t recommend this guy enough!” — Wedding, Lartington Hall, Barnard Castle
Full Day or Evening — Your Choice
Unlike some DJs who only cover the evening disco, I offer full day packages that take care of everything. Ceremony music, drinks reception background tracks, dining music, speeches, first dance, and a full evening disco — one supplier coordinating your entire day, with no handover stress and no wondering who’s turning up next.
My packages start at £400 for an evening disco, with full day and ultimate all-day packages available. View all packages here.
Frequently Asked Questions — Wedding DJ Durham
Will you be my DJ on the night?
Yes — always. When you book Alastair Reay Events, you get me. I don’t subcontract, I don’t send a substitute. I handle everything personally from our first conversation right through to the last song of your night.
Do you cover the whole of County Durham?
Yes. I cover Durham City, Chester-le-Street, Barnard Castle, Bishop Auckland, Darlington, Newton Aycliffe, Spennymoor, Sedgefield, Consett, Stanley, Seaham, Peterlee, Crook, Willington, Ferryhill, Shildon, Stanhope, Middleton-in-Teesdale, and everywhere in between.
Do you offer more than just a disco?
Yes. I’m a DJ and host — I handle the MC duties, announcements, and the flow of the evening as well as the music. I also offer special effects including Dancing on Clouds dry ice and Cold Spark machines, which can be added to any package.
How far in advance should I book?
As early as possible. I keep my diary to a manageable number of weddings each year so I can give every couple the time and attention they deserve. Saturday dates in particular go quickly — if you have a date in mind, get in touch sooner rather than later.
Are you insured and PAT tested?
Fully. I carry £10m Public Liability Insurance and all equipment is PAT certified. I’ve been doing this for 30 years and have never missed a booking.
What venues have you worked at in Durham?
Lartington Hall, Beamish Hall, Lumley Castle, Wynyard Hall, Ramside Hall, Redworth Hall, Hardwick Hall, Whitworth Estate, Bowburn Hall, Blackwell Grange, Durham Castle, and many more. If your venue isn’t listed, get in touch — I almost certainly know it.
Ready to Check Availability?
I’d love to be part of your Durham wedding. Get in touch to check your date — I’ll come back to you personally, quickly, and with no sales pressure.
07717 380610
yourevent@alastairreay.co.uk
Or send me a message here.