Steve Plumb

PROFESSIONAL HIGHLAND BAGPIPER

Cheshire Based Award Winning Bagpiper Available To Hire Throughout The North West For Weddings, Funerals, Parties, etc

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Award Winning Bagpiper

Steve Plumb is a distinguished solo bagpiper, recognized for his outstanding achievements in the realm of piping. His accolades include numerous victories in solo piping competitions and pipe band events, reflecting both his exceptional talent and commitment to musical excellence.

Available For Any Occasion

Steve is available for hire to deliver exceptional bagpipe performances at a variety of events, including weddings, parties, funerals, Burns Suppers, and more. Boasting a wealth of experience, he offers professional guidance to help you choose the most fitting musical options that align seamlessly with the unique requirements of your event.

Based in Cheshire

Situated in Heald Green, Cheshire, Steve is well positioned for events across North Wales, Greater Manchester, Derbyshire, Staffordshire, and Lancashire. His central location ensures convenient access to a broad geographic area for your special occasions.

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A Distinguished Bagpiper

 Steve has been playing the bagpipes since the age of twelve, receiving his early education at the Scots Guards Association in Manchester under the tutelage of Bob Lyle, who served as Pipe Major of the band for several years. After playing with the Scots Guards Association for two years, Steve co-founded the Wythenshawe Pipe Band, marking his entry into both band and solo competitions.

Following this, Steve joined The Phoenix Pipe Band, contributing for an impressive two decades. During his tenure, the band ascended from grade 4 to grade 2, even competing in grade 1, the highest level. Subsequently, Steve assumed the role of Pipe Sergeant with the Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Pipe Band.

In 2006, he rejoined the Manchester Phoenix Pipe Band, serving as Pipe Sergeant and band secretary until 2019. Steve actively participates in solo piping contests, boasting several trophy wins. His services extend to the North West of England, North Wales, Cheshire, Staffordshire, and the West Midlands, as well as internationally.

Over the years, Steve has lent his skillful bagpiping to numerous events, including weddings, funerals, parties, Burns nights, New Year’s Eve celebrations, and various functions, even making appearances on television and radio. Most recently he performed at the Andre Reiu concert at Manchester Arena.

We want to thank you for your services at our wedding. We both thought you were absolutely superb from the church right through to piping us into the wedding breakfast. Very professional throughout and really helped to make our day.

Jim and Debbie

Hi Steve, you played at our father George McNeil’s funeral on Friday 17th February and me and my family would like to send our gratitude. Your choice of tartan was spot on as it so resembled my father’s, and your playing was beautiful. A very sad day but you helped us pay tribute to our dad in a very special way. Thank you from our little unit of the McNeil Clan.”

Jayne

You played at our father George McNeil's funeral on Friday 17th February and me and my family would like to send our gratitude. Your choice of tartan was spot on as it so resembled my fathers and your playing was beautiful. A very sad day but you helped us to pay tribute to our dad in a very special way.

The McNeil Clan