The Pranksters
From £1575
The Pranksters are a jump and jive 1940s swing band with exuberant spirit! A swing band like no other, The Pranksters welcome you to their unique vintage swing band,...
Violet 54
From £2070
Channelling the Studio 54 era and the 70s grooves, Violet 54 are the band to boogie on down with! Violet 54 are the ultimate boogie-wonderland party band to bring all...
The Young Vinyls
From £1795
Shake your tail feather to The Young Vinyls, offering a variety of Motown classics, popular chart hits and everything else in between. An...
Antheum
From £1695
A high energy funk & soul band perfect for disco dancing! Antheum is a fresh and ultra-talented group of musicians that know exactly how to fill up a dance floor....
Atlantica
From £3850 + VAT
Meet Atlantica, an energetic and entertaining party band bringing you the absolute best from the past six decades. Atlantica are an exceptionally talented group of...
Big Blue Moon
From £1170
Big Blue Moon are an infectious swing band performing classic 1920s swing, and contemporary mash-ups with a vintage twist. The band work closely with a selection of...
Elite
From £1395
Elite are a stunning vocal group featuring live sax - perfect for corporate events, award ceremonies and private parties. This lively and enthusiastic band features a...
Gilded Showband
From £4095 + VAT
The sensational Gilded Showband offer an extraordinary live show ranging from an 8-piece all the way up to a staggering 21-piece band....
Halcyon
From £2215
A lively and dynamic party band covering a wide range of music for every generation. The core band consists of five professional musicians, all of whom have graduated...
Futures
From £1695
An effortlessly stylish pop, soul and rhythm & blues party band. Futures are a band that focus on providing an immersive, highly energetic and rhythmically...
Harbour Lights
From £1465
Comprising of some of the UK’s finest pro session musicians, Harbour Lights perform an eclectic mix of genres with an array of line-ups on offer. Whether you’re...
JJ & The Beatniks
From £2750 + VAT
JJ & The Beatniks are a unique acoustic band performing tailor-made mash-ups of popular songs. If you're looking for an acoustic band...
Need some help?
Call us on 0845 073 9440

Our experienced team book live bands for thousands of events every year, so if you're in need of some friendly advice, please feel free to get in touch.

Life In Stereo
From £1495
Life In Stereo are one of the UK's leading cover bands, made up of four world class session musicians - together they produce a sound you'll find difficult to match....
Luna & The Wolves
From £1030
Luna & The Wolves bring to life classic hits from across the decades in their own unique and soulfully delivered style. Luna &...
Miami Wave
From £1935
If you're looking for the most authentic 80s party experience this side of 1989, then you've come to the right place! Miami Wave perform each song with the utmost...
Midnight Party Band
From £2925 + VAT
Welcome the Midnight Party Band - an all-star cast of professional musicians ready to rock! This highly talented collective is made up of...
Montana
From £2075
Welcome to the world of Montana, a super talented and highly professional band. The band offer a wide-ranging repertoire encompassing pop, country, soul and rock 'n'...
Night Riders
From £2100
It's time to relive those glory days with Night Riders - the ultimate 80s band ready to take you back to the decade of decadence. The 80s has some of the best...
Cambridgeshire Wedding Band FAQs

Planning a wedding is an incredibly fun and yet occasionally head-spinning process for first-time event planners. It's important to consider every aspect of your big day in detail which is why we've put together the following function band booking guide to cover everything you need to know.

How much does it cost to hire a Cambridge wedding band?

We provide bands of various sizes to meet every budget. From Cambridgeshire acoustic bands starting in the region of £500 to 3/4-piece pop/rock cover bands starting between £1000 and £1500.

We also offer an exclusive roster of larger premier party bands for those looking for that extra special something. Our high-end wedding bands offer line-ups that include male and female vocals along with a horn section to include trumpet, sax and trombone.

Many of our bands offer packages to include DJ's who work alongside the band and background music during the meal. Please send us your requirements when when making an enquiry and we'll let you know what's on offer.

What type of music do Cambridgeshire wedding bands play?

With years on the circuit, our wedding bands offer a tried and tested set list to include music for every age-group. Whether you're into old school rock 'n' roll from the likes of Chuck Berry, The Beatles and The Rolling Stones or bang-up-to-date chart toppers such as Ed Sheeran, Bruno Mars and Dua Lipa, you'll find something to suit your tastes.

Our function bands ensure that every base is covered, performing a repertoire of music that will appeal to friends and family of all ages. You can expect to hear classic hits from across the board including soul, Motown, 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s dance, 90s Britpop, indie/rock and modern pop music.

What packages do wedding bands in Cambridgeshire offer?

All of our quotes include everything you'll need on the day, including a professional sound system, lighting and music throughout the evening until midnight.

The following is a typical example of what many bands offer:

  • Set up and soundcheck from 5:30 pm/6 pm
  • 2 x 60 minute or 3 x 40 minute live sets
  • DJ Playlists throughout the evening
  • Professional sound system (PA system, speakers etc.)
  • Lighting rig
  • Public Liability Insurance
  • PAT tested equipment

If you're looking for ceremony or background wedding music earlier on in the day, many of our bands offer additional options such as solo musicians, acoustic duos and jazz bands. Just let us know what you're looking for in your enquiry.

Do your Cambridgeshire wedding bands offer a DJ service?

Our wedding bands for hire offer an all-inclusive entertainment package to keep you and your guests dancing until midnight. This usually means DJ playlists before, between and after sets, however, many wedding music bands also offer the option to add professional DJ sets for a small additional cost.

A manned DJ set usually involves a member of the band taking requests on the night and mixing tracks on the fly, tailoring the playlist to suit your guests.

What time will our wedding band arrive to set up?

Wedding bands usually base their quote on a standard arrival time of approximately 5:30 pm/6 pm. If the band are setting up in a separate room to the meal and speeches, they'll be able to set up straight away. Otherwise, the band will usually wait until the meal and speeches have finished avoiding any interruptions.

What time will the band start their sets?

Our Cambridgeshire wedding bands are always happy to work around your schedule. As a general rule, we recommend that the band starts no earlier than 8:30pm/9pm to avoid peaking too early on in the evening.

How long does a wedding band take to set up?

Function bands typically take around an hour to set up and sound check. If you've booked a large party band, you may need to allow between 90 minutes to 2 hours.

How many musicians are there in a wedding band?

Our most popular bands usually feature at least three musicians. Below are some of the most common line-ups we work with:

  • 3-piece indie rock party band: Lead Vocals/Guitar, Bass, Drums
  • 4-piece function band: Vocals/Guitar, Keys, Bass, Drums
  • 5-piece band: Vocals/Guitar, Keys, Bass, Sax, Drums
  • 5-piece: Male Vocals/Guitar, Female Vocals, Keys, Bass, Drums
  • 6-piece: Male Vocals/Guitar, Female Vocals, Keys, Bass, Sax, Drums
  • 7-piece party band: 2 x Vocals, Keys, Bass, Drums, 2-piece horn section

Of course, there are no limits if your venue has the space! We represent wedding bands that can offer an incredible line-up of 12 or more members to include multiple vocalists, percussion and choreographed dancers for an explosive live performance.

Where in Cambridgeshire do your bands perform?

Our Cambridgeshire function bands are available to hire at wedding venues across the county including Aldreth, Ashley, Cambridge, Eaton Socon, Ely, Huntingdon, March, Norman Cross, Orton Longueville, Peterborough, St Neots, St. Ives, Whittlesey and Wisbech.

How do I hire a wedding band in Cambridgeshire?

We've made it easy to hire a band in your local region. Simply browse through the listings and once you've found a party band that fits the bill, click through to their profile page where you'll find customer reviews, videos, gallery and the full repertoire.

From here you can send us your event details using the enquiry form at the bottom of the page. We'll check availability and come back to you with a fully inclusive quote.

If you're happy with your quote and would like to proceed with the booking, we'll just need you to send over your personal details so we can send over a contract and deposit details.

Cambridgeshire Wedding Entertainment

If you're organising a wedding in Cambs you may also be interested in our selection of wedding musicians in the area. We represent a number of Cambridgeshire pianists, Harpists and string quartets; perfect for your wedding ceremony, drinks receptions and wedding breakfast.

For more entertainment ideas, check out our blog and wedding entertainmentsection.

jazz wedding band Cambridgeshire
Cambridgeshire Jazz Bands

A wide range of Cambridgeshire jazz bands including trios, quartets and swing bands.

Cambridgeshire acoustic band
Cambridgeshire Acoustic Bands

From low-key acoustic singers and duos to upbeat roaming bands, our acoustic acts are the perfect choice for afternoon wedding music.

Cambridgeshire string quartet
Cambridgeshire String Quartets

Make a grand entrance with one of our elegant wedding string quartets.

Why hire a Cambs wedding band through us?

  • Over 20 Years experience in the events industry
  • Hundreds of 5 Star reviews across Facebook and Google
  • All wedding bands hand-picked by our team of experts
  • Dedicated member of our team assigned to your event
  • Professional contracts for your peace of mind
Find out more
Bands For Hire Reviews
★★★★★

Life In Stereo were a great bunch and sounded even better in real life than they did online. Not only can the lead singer really sing but the band as a whole are excellent and the lead guitarist is fantastic! We had a wonderful celebration for our wedding and the band played a major part in making it special, thanks to all of you and the staff at Bands For Hire!

Claire, Wedding
Wedding Band Blogs & Advice

Our team of wedding band experts have put together a whole range of live music guides and blog articles to help you with your wedding entertainment planning.

wedding band booking guide
The Beginner's Guide to Hiring a Wedding Band

From budgets to logistics, Insurance, band meals and more, here's everything you need to know before you book a wedding band.

Wedding checklist
Wedding Checklist: The Ultimate Wedding Planning Guide

Get your wedding planning in order with our Ultimate Wedding Checklist.

wedding entertainment ideas
100+ Wedding Entertainment Ideas

From giant Jenga and singing waiters to ice cream cones and midnight fireworks, here are over a hundred ways to entertain your guests.