Congratulations Jamie and Rachel

‘Thank you so much for helping to make our day special – everyone really enjoyed the magic.’

Jamie and Rachel, Langar Hall, 21st December 2023

I was delighted when Jamie and Rachel asked me to be part of their special wedding day celebrations at the fantastic Langar Hall in Nottingham. Taking place during the festive period, it certainly was an extra-magical occasion!

Langar Hall was the perfect location for the wedding day. With its rustic charm, homely interior and exceptional events team, the stage was well and truly set for an unforgettable experience for all.

Jamie and Rachel’s guests had travelled from far and wide to share the day. It truly was a pleasure and a privilege to chat to family members from both the USA and my home town of Glasgow prior to the highly unique and memorable wedding ceremony.

I can read your mind! A magic moment with Sab during drinks reception. Photographs courtesy of Will Slater Photography.

The lovely couple had requested that I mingle with the guests during the drinks reception. It was fantastic to perform close-up magic whilst the exceptional Stav (lead vocalist and guitarist of The Money) performed an acoustic set in the conservatory area. Card magic, sleight-of-hand, mind-reading effects and child-friendly entertainment were the order of the day during this period.

It’s always a pleasure to entertain all age groups! Photograph courtesy of Will Slater Photography.

After the wedding breakfast, it was superb to entertain both day and evening guests. Everyone was in high spirits, and this was a fine time for both visual illusions and larger parlour effects in the charming function rooms of Langar Hall. It was also a great privilege to perform some specialised customised magic for bride and groom, as well as for close family and friends.

Parlour magic in the exquisite function rooms of Langar Hall. Photograph courtesy of Will Slater Photography.

The Money soon hit the stage and ensured that the party was now well and truly in full swing. The guests were treated to their fantastic set of classic tunes and danced on and on into the night…

Close-up magic for Jamie and Rachel’s evening guests. Photograph courtesy of Will Slater Photography.

Special thanks to Will Slater Photography for sharing these fantastic images from Rachel and Jamie’s big day. Find out more about Will’s first class service at: Will Slater Photography

The Money mesmerised with a scintillating set of sensational classics. Photograph courtesy of Will Slater Photography.

Jamie and Rachel also had their wedding day captured on film. Memory Box Media were a pleasure to work with, and they expertly documented the day. Click link to view their outstanding footage: Memory Box Media

It was a pleasure to create some customised artwork and magic effects for Jamie and Rachel’s wedding day.

Langar Hall is the ideal location for weddings and special occasions. Located close to Nottingham and the main road network, it is highly accessible yet appealingly secluded. Visit their website at: Langar Hall Venue

The Money are an outstanding and much sought after band who can customise their set expertly to suit your next event. Find out more at: The Money

David Fox is a professional entertainer, artist and freelance writer based in the UK. Visit his website at: David Fox Magic

CONGRATULATIONS Jamie and Rachel!

Congratulations Vicky and James

Thank you for helping make our day so special, everyone thought you were amazing.

Vicky and James, Stancliffe Hall, Derbyshire, September 2022

It was tremendous to perform magic at the lovely Vicky and James’s wedding day at Stancliffe Hall near Matlock, Derbyshire last September. We were blessed with glorious sunshine, and it was a pleasure and a privilege to entertain alongside the exceptional Matt Lowe (photographer) who very kindly provided these outstanding images.

Indoors or outdoors, close-up magic is very versatile.
Image courtesy of Field Photographic.

Vicky and James had requested that I provide entertainment during both drinks reception period (immediately after the ceremony) and during early evening (from the end of wedding breakfast to first dance). These are always excellent times for some ‘mix-and-mingle’ close-up magic.

Some light entertainment after the ceremony. Image courtesy of Field Photographic.

The newlyweds’ guests were a joy to entertain, and I was delighted to be able to perform my full repertoire of card magic, classic illusions, mind-reading and sleight-of-hand in the stunning gardens of Stancliffe Hall. Matt expertly captured the action, and the photographs in this article reveal his tremendous talents as an award-winning wedding day photographer.

Magic helps to build new friendships. Image courtesy of Field Photographic.

The beauty of close-up magic is that it can be performed virtually anywhere. I have adapted and modified my act over the years so that my routines can be delivered in different environments and under varying conditions. It was a bonus to provide an impromptu parlour show of magic for a larger group of Vicky and James’s guests after the ceremony in the courtyard.

Entertainment for all generations. Image courtesy of Field Photographic.

It is always fantastic to entertain all the generations on a wedding day. One of the qualities of magic is that it appeals to all age groups and brings guests closer together. It was wonderful to provide a little child-friendly entertainment, along with balloon modelling, for Vicky and James’s lovely friends and family.

A special routine for bride and groom. Image courtesy of Field Photographic.

It truly was a magical day at Stancliffe Hall, and thank you again Vicky and James for calling upon my services. It was also wonderful to see you and your family and friends again last Christmas for your special party at the The Edgefold Club in Matlock! Hopefully there will be many more magical red letter days to come.

It was tremendous to be part of Vicky and James’s big day. Image courtesy of Field Photographic.

A very special thank you to Matt Lowe of Field Photographic for kindly sharing these wonderful photographs from the big day. You can find out more about Matt and his exceptional services at: Field Photographic

Artwork of Stancliffe Hall. David can create customised art for special occasions.

A sketch of Stancliffe Hall. As well as providing magic, David can also create artwork of special places. At the time of writing, this incredible venue is up for sale. Hopefully it won’t be long until weddings and special events return to Stancliffe Hall. A link to the Wikipedia page: Stancliffe Hall.

David Fox is a professional entertainer based in Nottingham, UK. Find out more about him at: David Fox Magic

Congratulations Mary Ann and Elliott

Magic for Mary Ann, Elliott and guests at the Pavilion Gardens, Buxton – photograph courtesy of Clare Robinson Photography – http://www.clare-robinson.co.uk

‘We booked David for our wedding and WOW he was fantastic!’

Mary Ann and Elliott, Pavilion Gardens, Buxton, 22nd May 2021

I was delighted when Mary Ann and Elliott called upon my services for their wedding celebrations in May at the beautiful Pavilion Gardens in Buxton. This would be my first wedding reception since last October, and I was really looking forward to the occasion.

The majestic architecture of the Pavilion Gardens in Buxton. It was a tremendous privilege to be part of such a special wedding day.

The last time I had entertained at the Pavilion Gardens was at a charity fundraiser in the Grand Ballroom. However, due to the government guidelines, Mary Ann and Elliott’s wedding would be a much more intimate affair; which certainly made the day extra special.

I thoroughly enjoyed mixing and mingling with Mary Ann and Elliott’s guests in such a unique venue. Photograph courtesy of Clare Robinson Photography – http://www.clare-robinson.co.uk

Prior to performance, it was imperative to visit the venue and plan carefully for the day. Mary Ann and Elliott’s drinks reception was to be held in the majestic Winter Garden Conservatory and the exceptional Rita of Parkwood Leisure very kindly took the time out of her very busy schedule to discuss the unique format of the wedding with me. Indeed, the more planning and preparation a magician can do, the more powerful the magic will be. All of the staff at the Pavilion Gardens were fantastic and were keen to ensure everything ran smoothly for Mary Ann, Elliott and their guests.

You can always expect a very warm welcome from the exceptional events team whenever you visit the Pavilion Gardens in Buxton.

It truly was a massive privilege to mingle with such a lovely group of family members and close friends throughout drinks reception period. Guests had travelled from far and wide to share in Mary Ann and Elliott’s nuptials, and everyone was in fine spirits. We were also blessed with some sunshine which allowed everyone to sample the exquisite gardens, and the fantastic photographer Clare Robinson was always on hand to organise both group shots and capture those magic moments.

It’s always a pleasure to customise a little personalised magic for such an important occasion.

Clare and the lovely couple very kindly permitted me to display photos of magic being performed in this article. I am sure you will agree that the Manchester based photographer masterfully encapsulates those very special intimate interactions when the guests are drawn closer and closer together by the mysterious power of Magic….

Find out more about Clare Robinson Photography at: www.clare-robinson.co.uk

Make sure you visit the Pavilion Gardens next time you’re in Buxton: www.parkwoodoutdoors.co.uk

For magic and customised entertainment: David Fox Magic: www.magician-midlands.co.uk

Congratulations Mary Ann and Elliott!

Ettington Chase Hotel: A Rustic Retreat

Located in close proximity to Stratford-Upon-Avon, The Ettington Chase Hotel is an exceptional venue for your next special event in Warwickshire. This popular four star hotel boasts ample function space for weddings, parties and corporate events. It is also an excellent choice for travellers seeking to explore Shakespeare country, being situated within seven miles of Stratford’s elegant town centre.

Magician David Fox is a popular choice of entertainer for event organisers in and around the Stratford-Upon-Avon area. He can customise unique packages to suit all types of special occasions. From weddings to corporate functions, David will amaze your guests with close-up magic, illusions and mystifying demonstrations of mind-reading and prediction which defy any logical explanation.

A wedding in Stratford-Upon-Avon would certainly not be complete without the flowers. Melissa at Your Big Day Events is one of the region’s most sought after suppliers, and her dazzling arrangements have to be seen to be fully appreciated. Why not contact her today to find out more about her exceptional service on 01788 537555?

David was delighted to meet wedding photographer Keith Gray at the hotel last week and has been very privileged to have worked alongside him in the past. Brides can rest assured that they will receive a first class service on their wedding day when Keith is the man behind the lens. One of the most experienced photographers in the wedding industry, contact him on 07967585789.

Music is of course an essential ingredient of any wedding day or social gathering. The inimitable Neil Astbury has established himself as one of the most outstanding vocalists in the trade and continues to amaze audiences throughout the UK and beyond. From Frank Sinatra to Robbie Williams, Neil is the man you need to make your event extra special and get everyone in the party mood. Neil’s website is: http://www.nealastbury.com.

Visit Ettington Chase Hotel’s website at http://www.ettingtonchasehotel.co.uk to find out how your next special event in Warwickshire can be accommodated. David Fox is a professional magician who is based in the Midlands, he can always be contacted on 07946686258.