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Thank you from the bottom of my heart, we got in touch with yourselves in a bit of a panic with it being on the run up to Christmas and everyone booked out at short notice yous were able to help our family out. Our hearts are broken, the music played by the piper was so poignant and as requested the most special song for the most special person. Not a dry eye to be seen. Thank you again. 💓
Kelly McAleenon (Deceased: James Rea) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Funeral – Lisburn, County Antrim
14th December 2024
All went well! Everyone loved it. The piper playing as people arrived at the castle was fantastic. The departure playing also.
Note: Bryan and Katherine had booked a piper to play for the arrival of their guests at Belle Isle Estate the day before their wedding. They and their guests loved the experience so much that they then booked a piper to come and play for the departure of their guests a couple of days after the wedding.
Bryan & Katherine Fowlkes ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Wedding Celebrations – Belle Isle Castle, Belle Isle Estate, Lisbellaw, Enniskillen, County Fermanagh
1st December 2024 & 4th December 2024
Hi Brian, just a few words of praise for Kevin (the piper), very pleased with his choice of tunes and immaculately dressed. A credit to himself. No offence I just hope l don’t need your services for a while. Go raibh maith agat 👍
Micky McKervey (Deceased: Niall Ó Murchú) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Funeral – Holy Cross Church, Belfast, County Antrim
2nd December 2024
Andy did our wedding on 30 Nov in Greencastle, Donegal, he really made our special day all the more special. Amazing piper , played a mixture of Irish and Scottish tunes which we choose from a huge list of options. He then played myself and my new husband down the Aisle..we got so much amazing feedback from our guests. Working through Brian was a pleasure, nothing was a bother..we would 💯 recommend!. Thank you Brian and Andy . From Mr & Mrs McCallum.x
Gemma & John McCallum ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Wedding – St Mary’s Chapel, Ballybrack, Moville, County Donegal
30th November 2024
Please pass on our thanks to the Piper. He was wonderful. Exactly the send off she wanted.
Gina Kennedy (Deceased: Mary McCabe) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Funeral – St. Malachy’s Church, Castlewellan, County Down
25th November 2024
What an amazing day we had, and the piper we had was amazing and went the extra mile for us! I wanted to give him a wee gift but we were far from the room when we left, I will somehow get a gift to him! Absolutely amazing I was so emotional listening to his amazing talent on the pipes and with an amazing personality to go with it. Thank you so much from Mr and Mrs Strachan in Bonnie Scotland 🏴
Maryrose & Andrew Strachan ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Wedding – Titanic Hotel, Belfast, County Antrim
13th November 2024
The piper was excellent and was a very positive addition to the funeral.
Michael McManus (Deceased: Michael) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Funeral – Portstewart Cemetery, County Derry / Londonderry
7th November 2024
Absolutely amazing!!!! He was out of this world! 
thank yous
Eileen Brown & Alex ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Wedding – Crumlin Road Gaol, Belfast, County Antrim
1st November 2024
Thank you so much for providing the Piper. He done an excellent job.
Oliver Rainbird (Deceased: William Jenkins) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Funeral – Roselawn Cemetery, Ballygowan Road, Belfast, County Down
1st November 2024
Thank you so much, for being a part of our big day and making it a special one for the Groom. The rendition of Amazing Grace was particularly touching! It was a really nice way to celebrate the Groom’s Scottish roots and all the guests really enjoyed it!
Eden Sloan and Gareth Ross ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Wedding – Killeavy Castle Estate, Newry, County Down
31st October 2024
Hi Brian. I recently hired one of your pipers to perform at my Dad’s funeral.
Andy was very punctual, dignified and professional. He led my Father infront of the hearse to the Chapel and then again to his place of rest. In such difficult circumstances, the piper really added an extra special touch to giving my Dad a send off he deserved. Numerous mourners have commented in days after the funeral, that it was a lovely touch.
Would definitely recommend and thanks again for a great service.
Claire Hannon (Deceased: Brendan Conlan) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Funeral – Moortown, Coagh, County Tyrone
30th October 2024
The piper was brilliant and added just the perfect touch to such a beautiful service, everyone knew my nana would have loved it! Thank you.
Sarah Heath (Deceased: Margaret Heath) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Funeral – St. Gall’s Church & Clandeboye Cemetery, Bangor, County Down
29th October 2024
Piper was incredibly professional and delivered an amazing performance that brought tears to everyone!
Kaytie Anderson & Kerby Colgan ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Elopement – Dunluce Castle, Bushmills, County Antrim
25th October 2024
Can’t fault the service we received. As the saying goes ‘did exactly as it says on the tin’ 100% good job. Will use again.
Adrian Arnold ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Private Event – Malone Golf Club, Belfast, County Antrim
18th October 2024
Would like to say a massive thank you to Brian who played the bagpipes at our wedding earlier this month. It really added to the atmosphere of the day. He was a pleasure to deal with and very professional. Thanks again!
Nichola & Shane McLoughlin ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Wedding – Canal Court Hotel, Newry, County Down
12th October 2024
We both had a fantastic day. I think our guests did as well.
Ian (our piper) was fantastic and I think the fact of walking down the aisle to Flower of Scotland couldn’t have gone any better due to the fact of my family being massive fans of rugby that they sang while Ian played, it was very emotional for me. We can not complain about anything. As soon as Ian arrived he introduced himself to us straight after our first look before going down the aisle. A pleasant and lovely man to chat to and have a quick photo with afterwards before he left.
We both would like to thank Ian and your company Piper For Hire NI for everything and would 100% be using you again for any and all future events and recommending you to everyone we know that would love to have a Piper at their events.
Thank you so much for making our day more amazing than what we thought it could be. 🧡
Sam & Ashlee Meikle ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Wedding – Corick House Hotel & Spa, Clogher, County Tyrone
12th October 2024
Thank you Brian for your Service. The Piper you provided was First class. 👍
Terry Casey (Deceased: Catherine Casey) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Funeral – St Eugene’s Cathedral & Derry City Cemetery, Derry / Londonderry
9th October 2024
I would highly recommend to use Piper for Hire Ireland. Brian was able to book us in, In such short notice the piper was amazing and played absolutely wonderful. We can’t thank yous enough for everything. We will definitely be using your service again in the future.
Margaret Maughan (Deceased: Martin Maughan) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Funeral – St Mary of the Angels, Dublin 7 & Mulhuddart Cemetery, Mulhuddart, Dublin 15
8th October 2024
Everything went fantastic! We can’t tell you enough how much we loved the Piper for our event. He was kind and willing to do anything we needed to enhance our guest’s experience!
Emma Burke ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Private Event – Belle Isle Castle, Belle Isle Estate, Lisbellaw, Enniskillen, County Fermanagh
7th October 2024
Just wanted to say on behalf of family a great big
thank you to ”Piper for Hire N.I.’ for their professional playing music
for my father in law’s funeral service at Newtownabbey Crematorium. Brian was true gentleman and played number of songs and hymns the family picked beforehand. Would recommend Brian and his team to any occasion, we may use ‘Piper for hire n.i.’ again in future. Brian went beyond our expectations and made the day complete and knowing father in law would have loved piper at his funeral. Thanks again Brian.
The Brown Family (Deceased: Herbert Brown) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Funeral – Antrim and Newtownabbey Crematorium, Newtownabbey, County Antrim
3rd October 2024
Hi, I just wanted to thank you so so much for such a beautiful send off for my daddy.
The piper was absolutely faultless and it really was so beautiful and moving. Daddy would have absolutely loved it. Thank you again.
Joanne Stewart (Deceased: William Wade) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Funeral – St. John’s Church Of Ireland, Moira, County Down
3rd October 2024
Thank you so much Brian. The piper was amazing and everything was perfect. So grateful to you.
Orla Napier ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Grand Opening – Carryduff, County Down
21st September 2024
Five star piper ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
We were supplied with a piper for our wedding in Monaghan in September. Dealing with Brian was so easy and he was so helpful and patient with all of our hundreds of questions. Our piper on the day was so lovely and an excellent piper. I would highly recommend piperforhireni. They were a wonderful addition to our wedding and made my Scottish husband and guests feel at home!
Mary-Agnes Duffy & Scott Chapman ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Wedding – St. Patrick’s Church, Cornamucklaglass, Ballybay, County Monaghan
19th September 2024
The Clan McGrath Society hosted our bi-annual gathering in Dungarvan, Co. Waterford. Our attendees travelled from across the world for an immersive four days of history, heritage and culture.
Our final evening was a Clan McGrath Society banquet at the Park Hotel Dungarvan. The evening was made perfect with the attendance of Patrick our Piper. Patrick was supremely professional. From leading our gathering procession to dinner, headed by our Clan banner, our Chieftain and his wife and all those in attendance, to his playing at intervals throughout dinner, our ceremonial handing over of our banner to our next gathering host province, to the playing of the national anthem at the end, Patrick’s pipe music added to the atmosphere, emotion and beauty of the evening.
All this was only made possible by the ease of booking, communication and professionalism of Brian Reynolds and PiperForHire.ie / PiperForHireNI.com and we would highly recommend this service to anyone seeking to make their event a special and memorable occasion.
Seán Alexander McGrath ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Clan McGrath Gathering – The Park Hotel, Dungarvan, County Waterford
11th August 2024
Just wanted to say a massive thank you. The piper was and absolute hit and was a gentleman to myself and Laura. We couldn’t have been happier with how it all turned out!
Honestly amazing service couldn’t fault it one bit! Your piper even checked over my kilt to make sure I was looking good! 👍
Thanks again for all of your help in the process leading up to the big day.
Matt & Laura MacAulay ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Wedding – Drenagh House Estate, Limavady, County Derry / Londonderry
3rd August 2024
Thank you so so much for an amazing experience! The piper was fabulous! Great touch to the Scottish / Irish theme! I really appreciate it and all the efforts that was brought in the day! Many thanks again. x
Tanya & Luke Birmingham ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Wedding – Orange Tree House, Greyabbey, Newtownards, County Down
3rd August 2024
Had for my wedding and WOW outstanding.
The guests loved it.
Was a great touch to the wedding day
Thank you so much again.
Charlotte Murtagh & Shane McParland ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Wedding – St Malachy’s Church, Camlough, County Armagh
2nd August 2024
Brian, we were beyond delighted with our piper! I’m not sure if he went over and above but we absolutely felt like he did.
He was everything we could have wished for and more. He made us feel like he was there to lead us to some of the most important moments of our life and he did just that with complete professionalism.
In all honesty, we could not have asked for better. The number of comments and compliments we had about him was just a true reflection of how he performed. Thank you, to you and to our piper, for making our day so special. ❤
Libby & Gareth Stewart ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Wedding Ceremony & Champagne Reception – Derry / Londonderry & Redcastle Hotel, County Donegal
27th July 2024
Thank you so much. We loved having Kevin playing the bagpipes for us at our wedding. It was amazing and our guests loved it!
Anna & Ryan Gormley ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Wedding – Lisburn, County Antrim
27th July 2024
We had the most incredible day! Thank you so much and we were so happy with the piper, he was incredible and you have been too, Brian. The pipes with the dhol drummers was so good! So much energy. We are more than happy to write a review, as you were honestly fantastic in every way.
Natasha Treon ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Wedding – Lough Eske Castle Hotel, County Donegal
20th July 2024
From the outset, Brian was extremely professional and personable, helping us arrange a Bagpiper to play at our wedding.
Callum and I are so grateful to have had Ian play at our wedding. He was very friendly, kind and talented. Having Ian play, really made the ceremony special!
Ewa & Callum Egan ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Wedding – Ballyscullion Park, Bellaghy, County Derry / Londonderry
20th July 2024
All I can say is thank you. You guys are a pleasure to deal with and the kindness you shared with our family during a very difficult time was a testament. Thank from from the bottom of our hearts!
Ciara McCabe Coyle ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Charitable Event / Gala Ball – Pillo Hotel, Asbourne, County Meath
20th July 2024
Brian – the pipes just lifted us in the rain. The piper was fantastic – he was phenomenal! Thank you. x
Hilary Thompson ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Wedding – Benburb, Dungannon, County Tyrone
10th July 2024
Hi Brian, I honestly can’t put into words how incredible Anthony was and having the Piper at the cathedral. We had so many compliments and my Scottish in laws in particular said it was wonderful to have it! I really appreciated Anthony learning the songs as it was one of the most special moments of our big day 🥹❤️ can’t recommend you guys enough! Thank you for everything.
Christine King ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Wedding – Galway Cathedral, County Galway
6th July 2024
Thank you very much! The piper was great yesterday and you made the whole process so simple.
Anna Williamson ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Wedding – Bangor Castle, County Down
5th July 2024
Thankyou for walking in the rain with us like family to pay respects to my daddy. To morne with those who morn is a sacred act that you for filled with great dignity. The Pipes were magnificent.
Michelle Rees (Deceased: Mervyn McKay) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Funeral – Larne, County Antrim
13th June 2024
I just wanted to send a quick message to say thank you. Ian was wonderful on the day and managed to stay perfectly hidden (the piper was booked as a surprise) – I don’t know how he managed it but we didn’t see him at all even though he was already there! Thanks again, having Ian there added so much to our day.
Laura Hamilton ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Wedding – Hamiltonsbawn, County Armagh
8th May 2024
I just wanted to say thank you for today from me, my mum and our family for our dad’s funeral. The piper was amazing and having him there made the day very special and we know our dad would’ve loved it. Appreciate the short notice of you being able to sort it for us too. Thank you so much again!
Ellen Watters ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Funeral – Dunmurry, County Antrim
24th April 2024
Turned up on time for the funeral. Went above and beyond in relation to marching with the coffin. Music played was excellent. Would highly recommend this company.
Angela Laurie (Deceased: John McClellan) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Funeral – Larne, County Antrim
19th April 2024
Well, what a day at my daughter’s wedding – people from all over the world at it. They loved the piper! He was so easy to deal with; all we asked for was carried out to perfection. Thank you so much for adding a touch of magic to the day.
Tracey Fulton ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Wedding – Millbrook Lodge Hotel, Ballynahinch, County Down
13th April 2024
Our piper was excellent! Really lovely man and a great laugh too. We couldn’t have been happier – he played the songs brilliantly!
Tanya Blackadder ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Wedding – Laragh Lodge, Glenariffe, County Antrim
4th April 2024
Nothing was too much hassle. The piper played with compassion and was just perfect. I asked for a certain song and the piper learnt it in the space of two days. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts – you were amazing!
Catherine Magennis ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Funeral – Poleglass, County Antrim
26th March 2024
Had a piper at my Mum’s funeral; very professional and did the songs we wanted. Thank you.
Joanne Doyle ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Funeral – Dundonald, County Down
20th March 2024
Thanks so, so, much. Fantastic service and our piper was so accommodating and great to work with.
Jenna Robinson ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Festival – Belleek Development and Heritage Group, County Fermanagh
17th March 2024
We had a piper for an early morning wake-up call for a 50th birthday and he was amazing and also took his life in his hands with 8 women, lol, but he was brilliant and birthday girl was very happy!
Ciara McCabe Coyle ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Birthday Party – Kilcoo, Newry, County Down
9th March 2024
Hi Brian, the piper was amazing thank you so much for everything.
Melanie Dunne ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Funeral – Taghmon, County Wexford
1st March 2024
The piper that attended my Nanny’s funeral was fantastic. Everyone commented on how great he was. He also learnt one of the songs especially for the funeral so that was much appreciated. My Nanny would have loved it, so thank you very much to you and the piper for adding that special touch to her funeral.
Nicole Cochrane ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Funeral – Newtownabbey, County Antrim
29th February 2024
Would highly recommend! Piper was fantastic and arrived in time to do a warm up of his pipes while we had our starter, then was ready to address the haggis. Also played Happy Birthday at the end which was the cherry on the cake. Will be booking for all our Burns Night Suppers.
Holly Payne ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Burn’s Night & Birthday Party – Raffrey, Downpatrick, County Down
27th January 2024
We had a great night, thanks! Barry and his family were singing along to Flower of Scotland.
Karen Hewitt ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Birthday Party – Royal Hillsborough, County Down
20th January 2024
Losing my Granda and my poor Mum losing her Dad, was the hardest thing. I was dreading the funeral. As we pulled up I saw the piper at the side of his vehicle geared up with the pipes and having a wee quick practice before everyone arrived. He stood at the front door of the crematorium & was so pleasant. It was a miserable, soaking, wet day & when the piper started to play, I was moved to tears & felt an instant peace. It was so moving & everyone commented on how amazing and lovely it was. He is so reliable & we couldn’t recommend him enough. When I think of my Granda’s funeral, the piper and his beautiful playing of Amazing Grace will forever stay with me.
Wendy & Deborah Fairleigh ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Funeral – Antrim & Newtownabbey Crematorium, County Antrim
7th December 2023
My family and I have used Brian to organise bagpipers for three different events – two weddings and a birthday party. Our piper always went the extra mile to make the occasions even more wonderful. Highly recommend!
Tory Lyburn ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Birthday Party – Baillies Mills, Lisburn
4th November 2023
We had a piper for our special day it really was a beautiful touch. Really created a beautiful atmosphere at our service our guests loved it. Brian was fantastic to deal with and so helpful. Highly recommend using Brian!
Jill McIntyre (nee Snodgrass) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Wedding – Altnagelvin, Derry / Londonderry
2nd November 2023
Brian – family were overwhelmed with the piper today and it was the perfect tribute for people to reflect to his music playing at such a difficult time. Thanks again.
Glen Nixon ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Funeral – Newtownabbey, County Antrim
16th October 2023
Thanks for organising the piper. Much appreciated and he hit the mark!
John Mackin ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Wedding – Killeavy Castle Estate, Newry, County Armagh
7th October 2023
Our wedding went without a hitch! Our piper, Andrew did an amazing job! Unfortunately our photographer took over immediately after the wedding and I never got the chance to meet him or thank him in person. We were also the last to arrive by design so was unable to meet him then either. So can you please pass on my sincere thanks for helping to make our magical day even more spectacular? Having him there just added to the warm Irish atmosphere we have experienced our whole trip.
Pam Shaw ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Elopement – Murlough Bay, Ballycastle, County Antrim
2nd October 2023
Our Piper today was PHENOMENAL. He was so professional and kind and truly made the entire ceremony spectacular. My fiancé was so surprised and also gave high remarks and we both agreed that it would not have been the same without him. We didn’t get the chance to properly thank him afterwards due to running down to get photos with our photographer, but please send our thanks over and tell him everything he played was perfect! Thank you so much for all that you do!
Jessica Carroll & Michael Postgate ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Wedding / Elopement – Dunseverick Castle, Bushmills, County Antrim
29th September 2023
Brian and his team are wonderfully talented, friendly, and very professional and helpful. We absolutely loved having them celebrate with us on our wedding day and our guests were unexpectedly surprised by the beautiful music they played. It was just that extra special touch! Thank you, Brian, for all your help and talent!!!
Naomi Phelps ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Wedding / Elopement – Dunluce Castle, Bushmills, County Antrim
6th September 2023
I just wanted to say thank you for the piper who played at Mum’s funeral yesterday…such a lovely man and note perfect…so thanks again.
Jacqueline (Deceased: Ruth Hewitt) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Funeral – Roselawn Cemetery, Belfast
4th September 2023
Brian, can you please pass on our thanks to the piper; I did not get a chance to thank him on the day. He was excellent; played as per the requests and totally discreet throughout. Really added to the day with many positive comments from our Scottish guests who also really enjoyed it. Many thanks.
Martin Malone ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Wedding – Lisnagade, Banbridge, County Down
15th July 2023
I wanted to say thank you for organising a piper for us today. He was absolutely immaculate and a massive part of our farewell today. Please pass on our sincere thank you. Your service and compassion has been amazing at such an awful time for us. I’m so glad I found your details on Sunday. Kindest regards.
Danielle Rankin ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Funeral – Bangor, County Down
1st February 2023
We had Andy play a tribute to my late Nana recently and it was the perfect tribute to her. He respected the occasion and we cannot recommend him and this service enough. Thank you again!
Victoria McFarland ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Funeral – Dungannon, County Tyrone
11th October 2022
Thanks so much. The piper was absolutely amazing and played so beautifully. Everyone loved him and I passed your details on to a lot of people.
Anne McManus ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Wedding – La Mon Hotel & Country Club, Comber, County Down
27th May 2022
Brian had organised Ian for our wedding at quite short notice but I couldn’t thank them enough. They were absolutely perfect for the event and would definitely recommend them. Many thanks again!
Ryan Burns ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Wedding – Derry / Londonderry
14th August 2021
I would like to thank you for arranging a piper for me…and big thanks from all the family too. All the family and people who attended the funeral yesterday are still talking about the great job he done. Will recommend him highly to anyone.
Aidan Gallagher ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Funeral – County Derry / Londonderry
22nd May 2020
I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart. Our piper was absolutely fantastic & a great hit will all the mourners. He stood outside in that wind & played for everyone arriving. He piped Dad out of the church, he piped him the length of High Street & then he played at the grave! Such a fitting tribute to my Dad who played the pipes in his 20s & loved going to the World Championships. Thanks again and please pass our sincere gratitude to the piper.
Audrey ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Funeral – County Antrim
16th March 2019