Violin rental services

Violin Rental in Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire & Cambridge

Violin Rental in Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire & Cambridge

Owned by Violinist Nick Evans-Pughe, offers a rental violin service based in Hitchin, UK.

2021

2021

Southern Enterprise Awards

Southern Enterprise Awards

2022

2022

Southern Enterprise Awards

30+ Years of experience

Best musical instrument retailer

30+

30+

Years of experience in the violin business

Years of experience in the violin business

Only £10 a month after sub fee

Why choose us

Violins selected by a Violin expert

We work with you to ensure you have the correct instrument size. Our quality instruments undergo a comprehensive set-up and adjustment process, optimising them to support learning and progression.

Child playing violin

Bow & Case provided

Each violin comes with its own bow, shoulder rest, rosin & case.

Free upsizing

As child ages, free upsizing of violins if they are available.

Support included

We offer on-going support, included in the subscription fee.

Prices & Rental Services

Violin Rental & Prices

All Violins come with bow, shoulder rest, rosin & case

Violin and bow on a blue wooden surface

Rental prices & fees

Rental prices & fees

Rental prices & fees

Start with £65 upfront for the first 4 months, then continue at £10 per month for as long as you need the instrument.

Start with £65 upfront for the first 4 months, then continue at £10 per month for as long as you need the instrument.

FIRST 4 MONTHS

£65 upfront

£65 upfront

Covers the minimum rental period and subscription fee included at the start.

AFTER THAT

£10 a month

£10 a month

Continue the rental at £10 per month, with support available throughout the rental term.

Upsizing

Free of charge, subject to availability.

Collection

Free collection; delivery is charged for.

Included kit

Bow, case, shoulder rest and rosin supplied.

Getting started...

Start Your Violin rental today

Input your email address and any context in our form (such as height and a date you'd like to begin your rental). We will get back to you with further details within 5 working days.

Pay by debit

Customer focussed

Fast response

Expert support

Whatsapp

07976 803533

We’re Available

Mon-Sat, 9AM-5PM

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with your details

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We aim to respond to you quickly, but please allow up to five working days

We aim to respond to you quickly, but please allow up to five working days

We aim to respond to you quickly, but please allow up to five working days

about us

Conservatoire
trained Violinist

Our violins are selected and expertly prepared under the direction of Nick Evans-Pughe, an accomplished professional violinist, teacher and Associate of the Royal Academy of Music.


Nick’s extensive knowledge of violin family instruments was gained in the retail sector and more recently in the charity sector, managing the loan of high-end instruments to advanced students.

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TESTIMONIALS

5 star reviews on Google

5 star reviews on Google

5 star reviews on Google

Regarding our care, attention to detail and guidance.

200+

200+

Happy Renters

5/5

5/5

Average Rating

100%

100%

Client Satisfaction

  • My daughter's teacher recommended us to Nick(Violin rental Hitchin). He is knowledgable violinist with a good range of violins for us to choose.

    Lee

  • Very recommended - Nick was very accommodating and patient while helping my son choose his next violin. He clearly knows his stuff.

    Alex

  • I visited Studio Violins yesterday, by appointment, with my daughter to try out for a new violin. Super experience. They have a good range of instruments in varying price brackets. Nick was really helpful and easy going.

    Andrew

  • Great violin store. I just got my second violin and absolutely love it. Wide selection of sensibly priced and great value instruments selected for sound and playability.

    Joe

  • My daughter's teacher recommended us to Nick(Violin rental Hitchin). He is knowledgable violinist with a good range of violins for us to choose.

    Lee

  • Very recommended - Nick was very accommodating and patient while helping my son choose his next violin. He clearly knows his stuff.

    Alex

  • I visited Studio Violins yesterday, by appointment, with my daughter to try out for a new violin. Super experience. They have a good range of instruments in varying price brackets. Nick was really helpful and easy going.

    Andrew

  • Great violin store. I just got my second violin and absolutely love it. Wide selection of sensibly priced and great value instruments selected for sound and playability.

    Joe

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about our process, services, and what you can expect when renting with us.

Find answers to common questions about our process, services, and what you can expect when renting with us.

How do I know what size violin I will need?

In most cases, a child’s teacher will specify the required size, and you can just tell us. If not, please provide us with a precise height measurement for the child and we will do the rest. You can always send us this information anyway, just to be certain. We have sizes 1/10, 1/8, ¼, ½ and 3/4. We also have a limited number of 4/4 size violins for ‘late starters.’

How should I look after my violin and bow?

What maintenance am I directly responsible for?

Can I purchase my rental instrument?

Does my bow have real horsehair?

What is the one-off subscription charge for?

What violin brands does Studio Violins supply?

How long until I receive my rental violin?

How do I return my rental violin?

How do I know what size violin I will need?

In most cases, a child’s teacher will specify the required size, and you can just tell us. If not, please provide us with a precise height measurement for the child and we will do the rest. You can always send us this information anyway, just to be certain. We have sizes 1/10, 1/8, ¼, ½ and 3/4. We also have a limited number of 4/4 size violins for ‘late starters.’

How should I look after my violin and bow?

What maintenance am I directly responsible for?

Can I purchase my rental instrument?

Does my bow have real horsehair?

What is the one-off subscription charge for?

What violin brands does Studio Violins supply?

How long until I receive my rental violin?

How do I return my rental violin?

Studio Violins

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Contact

07976 803533 (Whatsapp)

violins@studioviolins.co.uk

Mon Sat: 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Sunday: Closed

In person, by appointment only

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Studio Violins

Follow us on our socials

Contact

07976 803533 (Whatsapp)

violins@studioviolins.co.uk

Mon Sat: 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Sunday: Closed

In person, by appointment only

© 2026. All rights reserved.

Studio Violins

Follow us on our socials

Contact

07976 803533 (Whatsapp)

violins@studioviolins.co.uk

Mon Sat: 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Sunday: Closed

In person, by appointment only

© 2026. All rights reserved.