October 2026 Newsletter: Socials, BBC Interview, Suits and Christmas
Welcome to my October 2026 newsletter. This time we have a look at my social media, my wardrobe, BBC Radio interview, 20 years in magic and Christmas parties. Social Media If you haven’t followed me already on social media, please do! This year I’ve been putting in more effort to be social – at least in […]
July 2026 Newsletter: Social Media, Book & Reviews
Welcome to the July 2026 newsletter, and apologies for missing one (I’ve had people ask if they’d missed it) but the last few months have been pretty busy. Actually they’ve been really busy, as those who follow me on social media often mention when they see me! Social Media Over the last few months I’ve […]
October 2025 Newsletter: Christmas, Networking, Weddings Fairs & Events
Welcome to the October 2025 edition of my newsletter. This time We are talking about Christmas parties, an opportunity to see me give a presentation about weddings, upcoming wedding fairs, performing at a charity black-tie event, and lots of opportunities to see me at upcoming public events. Christmas Magic It barely seems a week or two ago that I was […]
August 2025 Newsletter: Live Show, Event Planners, Suppliers & Remembering Names
Welcome to the August 2025 edition of my newsletter. This time we are looking back to the debut of my new show, getting help to plan your event, recommended event suppliers, and how to remember the names of the people who come. New Show Success! I debuted my new show “Robert Bone: Magician & Mind-Reader” […]
Debuting New Magic and Mind-Reading Show
On Wednesday 9th July I debuted a new show at a small exclusive theatre hidden in central Reading. Ok, although I say “new”, some of the material has been in my repertoire for quite a few years, some of it was material last performed almost 14 years ago, and some of it is existing material […]
6 Reasons Why You Should Book a Close-Up Magician for Your Hen Party
Planning a hen party can be both exciting and overwhelming. You want to create an unforgettable experience for the bride-to-be and her friends. One unique way to elevate the fun is by booking a close-up magician. Here are six reasons why a close-up magician is the perfect entertainment choice for a hen party. 1. Interactive […]
Suggested Afternoon Wedding Reception Magician Times
I was recently ask by a couple who are in the process of organising their wedding what times I would recommend the book me for. Like many couples they are aware the afternoon reception for some magical entertainment. Once the main group photographs have bee taken often the bride and groom are whisked away by […]
A Poem About Robert Bone, Mindreader
Here’s a little bit of fun. I’m a member of a local networking group, and at every meeting members have an opportunity to speak about their business, what they do, and the types of clients they have. I’ve noticed that some members increase how they stand out and make themselves more memorable by reading a […]
Magic and Wedding Photography in Gloucestershire
I was recently reminded of Lucy and Jack’s wonderful wedding after Gloucestershire wedding photographer Judith Parkyn forwarded over some great photos from the day – and in particular a fantastic set of me performing for Lucy and Jack before they were called in for the wedding breakfast. The wedding was at Elmore Court, on the […]
Magician of the Year 2024 from Innovation & Excellence
Corporate LiveWirehave awarded me as Magician of the Year 2024 in their Innovation & Excellence awards! During the awards process we invited over 90,000 businesses and corporate professionals, magazine contributors and our subscribers to nominate companies & individuals based on factors such as quality of service, innovation, experience, sustainability and other areas Jake Powers – […]
Alex Buckland, Wedding Photographer
Wow! I have to share some fantastic pictures taken by Alex Buckland, a wedding photographer covering the South East of England. (See his site www.alexbucklandphotography.co.uk for more information and about booking him for your wedding). Alex and I recently worked together at Charlotte and Tashi’s wedding at Combe Manor Barns in June 2023, and I […]
Magician of the Year 2023/24
Corporate Livewire have awarded me the Magician of the Year (2023/24) in their Prestige Awards. Wow! The administration team had considered yourselves for the category of Magician of the Year. It was actually some great news, I’m really pleased to confirm that you have been chosen as the 2023/24 winner, Congratulations! Chris Bather – Prestige […]
Wedding Magician of the Year (SE England) Award 2023
LUXlife have awarded me the Wedding Magician of the Year (South East England) 2023 in their Global Wedding Awards! This is the second year in a row that I have won this award – so I must be doing something right! 😉 To establish this year’s worthy winners’ our panel of judges and research team […]
Wedding Magician of the Year (2022/23) Award
Corporate LiveWire have awarded me as the Wedding Magician of the Year in their Global Awards 2022/23. During the awards process we invited over 90,000 businesses and corporate professionals, magazine contributors and our subscribers to nominate companies & individuals based on factors such as quality of service, innovation, experience, sustainability and other areas. Additionally, our […]
Wedding Magician – Magic Showreel by Luc Amaden
In August 2022 I was booked to perform magic and mind-reading at the wedding of Ashleigh and Lester, at the wonderful Bishop’s Palace in Wells, Somerset. To record the day they enlisted the services of Bristol based Luc Amaden as their videographer. Check out www.lucamadenfilms.co.uk/weddings. What I love is that Luc didn’t try to capture […]
Bucket List Wishes Charity Event
It was great to have the opportunity to support the incredible Bucket List Wishes (www.bucketlistwishes.org.uk) charity on the evening of Saturday 2nd July for their Las Vegas themed fund-raising event. The event was held at the wonderful Highfield Park in north Hampshire (and coincidentally it was my second time at the venue in than a […]
Corporate Event Entertainer of the Year
Corporate Livewire have awarded me the Corporate Event Entertainer of the Year (London and South East England) in their Prestige Awards 2022. I’m really pleased to win this award, especially as the Covid-19 restrictions had a massive impact on corporate events – especially with one-and-a-half Christmas seasons being cancelled! During the awards process we invited […]
Wedding Magician of the Year (SE England) Award
LUXlife have awarded me the Wedding Magician of the Year (South East England) 2022 in their Global Wedding Awards! It has been a long journey from initially being nominated, undergoing the research and judging stages and finally being recognized for an award. We are now at the stage where your award can be shared with […]
Exhibition Magic Case-Study with ECCS Ltd
It was a great pleasure to work with ECCS Ltd at The Workplace Event held at the NEC near Birmingham in April. The three days went by in a blur, and the stand was constantly busy. But firstly, lets look at the bigger picture of why a company (like ECCS, or yours) would attend a show: Quality Vs Quantity […]
Most Entertaining Magician (UK) Award
LUXlife have awarded me as the Most Entertaining Magician (UK) 2021 in their Global Hospitality Awards! It has been a long journey from initially being nominated, undergoing the research and judging stages and finally being recognized for an award. We are now at the stage where your award can be shared with the world. I […]
Professional Magician of the Year Award – 2021/22
I am pleased to announce that I am Corporate LiveWire Global Awards Professional Magician of the Year (2021/22). Here’s a short snippet from Corporate LiveWire regarding the process: You were considered in the category Professional Magician of the Year. Having reviewed information on all of those shortlisted, I am pleased to confirm you have been […]
What’s the best party package for you?
I was recently asked what the difference is between the different party packages I offer. To put it simply: time. But I realised there is actually more to that question. When I sat back I looked at the question from my client’s point of view, and they weren’t really asking what the difference was in […]
Wedding Magic at Moor Park, Rickmansworth
It’s fair to say that the majority of my December, as a professional magician, is entertaining at Christmas parties. And most people think that once Christmas has gone it’s a case of putting my feet up for a week before next leaving the house for New Year’s Eve. Although that can be the case, over […]
Hampshire Wedding and 40th Birthday Magician
Well last Saturday was a busy – yet very fun – day as I performed at two different events. Fortunately these were only a couple of miles away from each other and I had plenty of time to travel between the two. (I even managed to stop off to grab a bite of food, get […]
Donnington Grove (Newbury) Wedding Fair Magician
This Sunday (2nd September – I know, where has the year gone?!) I’m going to be at the Donnington Grove wedding fair, near Newbury, Berkshire. I used to attend quite a lot of wedding fairs, but as time has gone on most of my business comes from referrals and recommendations from those that have seen […]