Around two hours or so for most events such as a wedding, corporate dinner or fair sized party or special occasion.

Sometimes 3 hours for longer events with more guests attending and perhaps longer still for an all-day event where there is a continuous flow of people or a very large number expected.

For smaller, more intimate parties it could be that an hour to ninety minutes is all that's required. I'm always happy to give you my suggestion based on guest numbers and other factors that you may feel relevant.
When I perform close up magic in a drinks reception or around tables, whatever the event or occasion, your guests will enjoy a wide range of magic and sleight of hand that will usually include the use of playing cards, ropes, rings, coins, keys and various specially designed props for good measure.

I may also occasionally ask to borrow an item from a guest, which will of course always be given back to its owner in its original good order.
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1)   "What kind of tricks / magic do you do in regards to close up magic?"
When I perform close up magic in a drinks reception or around the tables, whatever the event or occasion, your guests will enjoy a wide range of magic and sleight of hand that will usually include the use of playing cards, ropes, rings, coins, keys and the occasional specially designed prop for good measure!

I may also occasionally ask to borrow an item from a guest, which will of course always be given back to its owner in its original good order!
"What kind of tricks do you do in regards
  to close up magic?"

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2)  "What is your fee?"
For a quick quote all you need to do is supply the following 3 pieces of information:
1)  How long will you need me? (approx. start and finish times)

2)  Where is the Venue located?

3)  What are your requirements?

You may find it useful to quote a rough number of expected guests in your query if you would like a suggestion as to how long you will mostly likely need me for.

If there is something you would like to discuss or are not sure about please feel free to call or email me for advice and I will always be happy to help you.
2)  "What is your fee?"
For a quick quote all you need to do is supply the following 3 pieces of information:
1)     How long will you need me?
         (approx. start / finish times)

2)     Where is the Venue?

3)     What are your requirements?

         If there is anything you are not sure about,         I am always happy to answer any
         questions or queries by phone / email.
3)  "Any Other Costs?"
The fee quoted will always be the full fee.
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3)  "Any Other Costs?"
4)  "What areas do you cover?"
No other costs - The fee quoted will always be the correct full fee.
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As a full time professional, I happily cover most of the UK  and should I not be available for the date you require I will always suggest other experienced professional colleagues - so there will always be someone to fulfill your requirements.
4)  "What areas do you cover?"
As a full time professional, I cover most of the UK and should I not be available for the date you require I will always aim to suggest other experienced professional colleagues for your event or party.
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5)  "There will be children at our
        party / event, is close up magic also
        suitable for them to enjoy?"

5)  "There will be children at our party / event, is close up magic
        suitable for them to enjoy too?"

Absolutely! Close up magic is a very interactive form of entertainment that can be as visual and immediate or as deep and fascinating as is required at any given moment for any group of individuals. Entertainment that bridges any age gap!
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Most definitely! Close up magic is a very interactive form of entertainment that can be as visual and immediate or as deep and fascinating as is required at any given moment for any group of individuals. Entertainment that bridges any age gap!
6)   "Do you have public liability insurance?"
It is very much the standard now for entertainers to have public liability insurance as required by most good venues. As a professional entertainer I have full public liability insurance, a copy of which is available upon request or it can also be viewed here:
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7)   "What if we are having our party at home rather than at a hired venue?"
It really makes no difference, especially where close up magic is concerned as it is suitable for virtually any situation or environment. If you were looking for more of a "stage" performance then I might need to know the size of the room and what the layout will be on the night etc.
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6)   "Are you covered by public liability
        insurance and how can I get a
        copy?"

8)   "How long do you perform when you are booked to perform close up magic?"
Up to 2 hours for most events, such as a wedding, corporate dinner or fair sized party or special occasion.

Sometimes 3 hours for longer events with more guests attending and longer still for an all-day event where there is a continuous flow of people or a very large number expected.

For smaller more intimate parties it could be that an hour to 90 minutes may be all that you require. I'm always happy to give you my suggestion based on guest numbers and any other information that you may feel is relevant.
These days it is very much the standard for entertainers to have public liability insurance. As a professional magician, I have full public liability insurance, a copy of which is available upon request or it can also be viewed here:
7)   "What if we are having our party at
        home rather than a hire venue?"

It really makes no difference, especially where close up magic is concerned as it is suitable for virtually any situation or environment. Of course if you were looking for more of a "stage" performance then I would need to know roughly how big the room is and what the layout will be on the night etc.
8)   "How long do you perform when you
        are booked for close up magic?"

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