Award-winning bagpiper

With a wide repertoire of songs, Craig has extensive experience in bringing the traditional music of Scotland to a range of events, but his speciality is weddings and the stirring "skirl" of his bagpipes will add a special touch to your romantic day.

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Craig is available for all special occasions, seven days a week. In addition to his experience with weddings, he plays at Burns Suppers, birthday parties, funerals, venue openings, ceilidhs and galas, among many other events! He also offers broad experience playing all kinds of venues - from lakesides and beaches to castles and churches to gardens and mountain tops! Craig comes highly recommended by several venues and suppliers—and, most important of all, very happy customers.

Piper Craig Irving giving high five to married couple in Gretna Green.

WhY CRAIG?

Friendly, reliable and highly recommended, Craig offers 20 years of experience playing at weddings and other special events. He is the only piper in the area to offer smallpipes and many other customisable options—all to add a memorable touch to your special day. He will even let you pick which tartan he will wear and what tunes he will play!

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BesT PIPER IN SCOTLAND!

After happy customers nominated Craig, the Scottish Confetti Wedding Awards selection committee presented him with the Best Piper Award at the 2023 ceremony in Glasgow. This is the second time Craig has been the recipient of the Best Piper Confetti Award.

More about Craig

Craig leading a bridal party in the wedding car to their venue.

In Gretna. Will travel.

Most of Craig’s events are in Gretna Green and the surrounding area, but he does travel nationally - and, on occasion, internationally - for special events. Whether it’s up the local street to the registrar’s office or on stage in South Korea, rest assured Craig will be on time and ready to play.

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“Music is life. That’s why our hearts have beats.”

— Unknown