Terms and Conditions

Booking Terms and Conditions

These terms and conditions apply to every booking taken by Joe Bailey Wedding Singer referred to as “Joe Bailey” for an entertainment booking and agreed to by the person who makes the booking and pays the booking deposit. This person will be referred to as ‘Client’ throughout these terms and conditions.

Booking Deposit

Joe Bailey requires private clients to pay a deposit when booking entertainment for weddings, corporate events or private functions. This deposit is 20% of the agreed total package price. This deposit is non-refundable (Joe Bailey will only refund a deposit payment when the engagement has had to be cancelled by Joe Bailey, in this case, the full deposit will be refunded. Deposits must be received before Joe Bailey can officially secure any date. 

Final Balance

Unless previously agreed with both Joe Bailey and the client, the final balance for any booking must be received either by bank transfer 7 days prior to the event date, or by cash on the day of the event, prior to commencement of the performance. The final payment will include charges made for any Expenses (as below).

Cancellation

Cancellation: If Joe Bailey has to cancel this contract for reasons beyond his control (death, injury, sickness etc.) liability shall be limited to a full refund of all monies paid.

Cancellation by the client

0-30 Days from event date– 100% of the outstanding balance due

31-60 Days from event date – 50% of the outstanding balance due

The above cancellation fees are an important part of the terms and conditions agreement and are accepted by the client on payment of a booking deposit. All cancellation fees must be paid within 10 days of cancelling the booking.

Force Majeure

In the event that it shall become impossible for Joe Bailey to fulfil his obligation due to circumstances beyond his control (including, but not limited to, “Acts of God”, adverse weather, civil unrest, industrial action or war) Joe Bailey or the Client may cancel the performance without penalty other than loss of any booking deposit already paid.

Performance Times

The performance times are specified in the booking confirmation. Please note that contracted start times are based on Joe Bailey having access to the performance area 90 minutes before the contracted start time.  Joe Bailey is not responsible for time overruns caused by any 3rd party such as venue, caterer or Client.  Performance finish time will be 12 (midnight) unless otherwise agreed between Joe Bailey and the Client.  Late finishes will be subject to an additional cost.

Expenses

Total mileage incurred travelling to and from the venue is charged at a rate of £0.25p per mile.  This is calculated from postcode PE28 Huntingdon (where the artist is based) to the postcode of the venue.  These expenses will be clearly marked out in the booking confirmation and will be due with the Final Balance.

Requirements of the Entertainer

The client shall provide a suitable performance area for the Act and ensure there is an adequate and safe power source and sufficient power outlets, at least 2 independent sockets.

The Act always operates in a respectful manner, and this may include keeping the volume at a reasonable level when asked by the staff of the venue.

For all-day bookings, such as ‘The Works Package, please provide catering and a soft drinks tab at the bar under the name ‘Band’.