Magician in Ilkeston
Weddings · Parties · Corporate Events
I'm Nick Rushton, an award-winning close-up magician for weddings, corporate events and parties in Ilkeston and across the Erewash Valley. With over 30 years' experience, I'm a former Magic Circle Young Magician of the Year winner and I've appeared on BBC One, Channel 5 and Sky.
Close-Up Magician in Ilkeston
Ilkeston is a historic market town in the Erewash Valley, sitting right on the border between Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire — handy for events drawing guests from both counties. I perform here regularly at weddings, corporate events and private parties throughout the year.
With Derby to the west, Nottingham to the east and the M1 close by, Ilkeston is well connected — and I also regularly cover Long Eaton, Sandiacre, Stapleford, Heanor and Eastwood. Although I'm based in Cheshire, the East Midlands is a regular part of my diary and travel is always included in my quote.
Hiring a Magician in Ilkeston
Close-up magic is the perfect ice breaker — at a wedding, corporate event or party, not all your guests will know each other. Magic creates an instant shared experience that gets everyone talking and laughing together. With magic on TV more popular than ever, guests are wonderfully receptive to close-up magic performed well.
Weddings in and around Ilkeston
Ilkeston's position on the Derbyshire–Nottinghamshire border puts it within easy reach of country houses, barns and hotel venues across both counties. Wedding magic works beautifully during the drinks reception — filling the gap while the couple have their photos taken — and table magic between courses of the wedding breakfast keeps guests entertained and talking.
Corporate Magician Ilkeston
With Derby, Nottingham and the M1 corridor close by, Ilkeston is well placed for corporate events — conferences, awards dinners, product launches, team-building days and Christmas parties. Close-up magic is a natural ice-breaker for networking and drinks receptions, working around speeches and food without needing a stage.
How to Choose an Ilkeston Magician
A polished website doesn't always mean a polished performance. Before you book, read genuine reviews and watch unedited live video footage so you know exactly what you'll get on the day. I'm always happy to have a friendly, no-pressure chat about your event first.
Reliability & Professionalism
I've been a professional magician for over 29 years and have never let anyone down. All bookings are confirmed in writing, final details are checked around a week before the event, and I always arrive early and smartly presented. I have Public Liability Insurance through Equity.
Ilkeston Magician Prices
Prices typically start from £400 and depend on the event type, duration and location. Get in touch for a free, personalised quote.
What's Included
- Close-up card magic & sleight of hand
- Mind reading & PIN number reveals
- Pickpocket comedy
- Fork & metal bending
- Fully insured & Equity member
Areas & Event Guides Near Ilkeston
Planning an event in or around Ilkeston? These pages cover neighbouring towns and counties and the event types I'm booked for most.
- Magician in Long Eaton
- Magician in Heanor
- Magician in Derby
- Magician in Derbyshire
- Magician in Nottinghamshire
- Wedding Magician - drinks receptions, wedding breakfasts and evening entertainment.
Events I Perform At In Ilkeston
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500+ five-star reviews from happy clients over 30 years.
The feedback I got from my guests have been amazing! They all said you were wonderful.
You were absolutely brilliant and talked about among our guests all evening!
Everyone was so impressed and astounded, you were the highlight of many conversations.
Nick was absolutely brilliant and mixed with our team really well! Would highly recommend.
You are very talented and everyone had fantastic fun. You certainly left our guests amazed.
Thank you so much. You were brilliant — everyone is still talking about you!
Award-Winning Magician
My highly regarded awards include:
The Magic Circle (London)
"Young Magician Of The Year"
The World Magic Awards
"Best Young Performer"
International Brotherhood Of Magicians
"British Junior Magical Champion"
As Seen On Television
Ilkeston Magician FAQs
How much does a magician in Ilkeston cost?
A professional close-up magician in Ilkeston typically costs between £400 and £900 for 2–3 hours. My fees depend on the event type, duration and venue location. Get in touch for a tailored quote.
What events do you perform at in Ilkeston?
I perform at all types of events across Ilkeston — weddings, corporate dinners, birthday parties, awards evenings, charity fundraisers, Christmas parties and more.
Which areas near Ilkeston do you cover?
As well as Ilkeston itself, I regularly perform across the Erewash Valley and both sides of the Derbyshire–Nottinghamshire border — Long Eaton, Sandiacre, Stapleford, Heanor, Eastwood, Kirk Hallam, Derby and Nottingham. Travel is always included in my quote.
Do you travel to Ilkeston?
Yes — although I'm based in Cheshire, I perform regularly across the East Midlands and travel to Ilkeston, Derby and Nottingham throughout the year. Travel is always included in my quote, so there are no surprise costs.
How far in advance should I book?
I'm often booked 12–18 months in advance for Saturday weddings in peak season (May–October). Corporate events and private parties can often be arranged with less notice.
Can I see you perform before booking?
I have an extensive showreel on my videos page featuring real performances at events. I've also appeared on BBC One, Channel 5 and Sky.
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