Corporate Entertainment in Hampshire

Corporate entertainment in Hampshire

Company events have a different rhythm from private parties. Across Hampshire, businesses book entertainment for drinks receptions, gala dinners, awards ceremonies and after-dinner parties, where the act has to fit a schedule, read a mixed audience and keep things professional from start to finish.

Popular venues for company events in Hampshire include The Elvetham, Hayling Island Sailing Club and Stansted Park, and our acts travel to events across Winchester, Southampton and Basingstoke. Tell us the venue when you enquire and we'll help you choose entertainment that suits the space. Other venues in the area include Clock Barn, The Old Dairy at Hatherden Farm and Royal Southern Yacht Club, and each has its own venue page further down.

The best corporate acts are used to working to a schedule. They can pause for speeches and awards, keep the volume right during dinner and then lift the energy for the party, and they know how to play to a room of colleagues rather than a group of friends.

Hireaband has been booking live entertainment for company events since 1999. Every act listed here travels to Hampshire as standard, and the instant quote button on this page shows pricing and availability for your date.

The essentials:

Budget from around £400 to £3,500, depending on the act and the date
Solo acts through to full bands for large functions
Acts who can pause for speeches and awards
Everything included is listed in your quote
Change your mind within 14 days and get a full refund

Start with the timings. Most corporate events have a reception, a meal, speeches or awards and then a party, and the entertainment needs to fit around each part. Tell us the schedule and the venue and we can suggest an act, or a combination, that covers the whole evening.

Most bookings fall between £400 and £3,500. A solo musician or magician for a drinks reception sits at the lower end, while a full band covering a gala dinner and party sits towards the upper end. The date and time of year make up the rest of the difference.

Every act's page has video and audio of the performers you would actually book, along with their song list and written reviews from previous clients. It's the easiest way to check the style and the sound before you commit.

Use the instant quote button on this page to see prices and availability for your date. Once you've chosen an act, we handle the contract, the deposit and the arrangements, and stay in touch through to the event. Every booking includes a 14-day change-of-mind refund, and an emergency contact line is available on the night.

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FAQs

Function and party bands, DJs, saxophonists, tribute acts, duos, pianists, string ensembles and close-up magicians. Many events combine two or three, for example a pianist for the reception and a band for the party.

Yes. Corporate acts are used to working to a running order, pausing for speeches, presentations and awards and picking up again afterwards. Share the schedule when you book.

Yes. Most corporate events in Hampshire are at hotels, conference centres and function venues. Tell us the venue and the room, and we will check the act suits the space and any sound limits.

As early as possible. December Fridays and Saturdays are the busiest dates of the year, so many companies book their Christmas party entertainment in the spring or summer.

Typically £400 to £3,500, depending on the act, how long they perform and the date. Your quote shows exactly what's included.

Yes, and it is a popular way to book. We can arrange both through a single booking so there is one point of contact for the whole evening.

Reviews

(5)

“Left guests totally amazed. Nothing but positive feedback received, I would highly recommend for any corporate function an absolute star.”

(5)

“Thanks also for all your hard work over the weekend. You guys were such a pleasure to_x000D_
work with and certainly a hit with visitors and staff alike – your willingness to interact with_x000D_
the customers was fantastic and really made the event.”

(5)

“Thank you so much for joining us at Ellenor’s Midsummer Night’s Ball on Saturday 9 June in the grounds of St Clere, Sevenoaks. Harlem Shuffle performance was fantastic, it was great seeing so many guests getting up and dancing the night away. We have had so much wonderful feedback from both our guests and staff about your performance, so thank you for your hard work!”

(5)

“Fabulous band to keep your guests entertained. The dancefloor for our firm's Christmas party was packed all evening. Good variety of tunes to appeal to everyone. Great musicians and singers. Jamie was incredibly helpful in pre-event discussions and on the night. Highly recommended!”

(5)

“What a fantastic band! We booked Swing Time for a Charity Gala Ball, and what a wonderful addition to the event they were. All our guests made for the dance floor and were thoroughly entertained and I can't recommend them highly enough. Delightful people and they certainly add value to your event!”

(5)

“We were absolutely delighted with Stewart. He went down a storm with both the audience and staff! Thanks Again.”

Useful Links

More questions answered Why Use an Entertainment Agency? Bringing the Party Season to Life: Booking a Band for Your Christmas or Summer Party Sound Limiters at Venues: What You Need to Know What You Need to Know About Your Band Before You Book Function Bands in Hampshire Event Bands in Hampshire Tribute Acts in Hampshire Duos in Hampshire Corporate Entertainment in Surrey Corporate Entertainment in Dorset Corporate Entertainment in the South East

Local Venues in Hampshire

Kimbridge Barn

A restored barn on the River Test near Romsey, with a firelit courtyard, a kitchen worth talking about and dancing beneath old oak beams at night.

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Clock Barn

An exclusive-use barn at Tufton Warren near Whitchurch, with a thatched clock tower, 20-odd bedrooms and a dancefloor that stays full to the end.

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Hayling Island Sailing Club

A sandy peninsula at the mouth of Chichester Harbour near Hayling, with balconies over the water, a private beach and evenings that run late.

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Tithe Barn

A medieval stone-arched barn in the South Downs near Petersfield, taken on exclusive use, with a meadow for drinks and a floor built for dancing.

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The Elvetham

A listed Victorian country house in 35 acres at Hartley Wintney, with 90 bedrooms, a conservatory for dancing and Tudor history in the grounds.

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Lainston House

A 17th-century country house in 63 acres outside Winchester, with a mile-long avenue of lime trees, a chapel ruin and a barn that dances late.

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Stansted Park

An Edwardian mansion and 1,000-acre estate at Rowlands Castle, with a Regency chapel, South Downs parkland and long views down to the Solent.

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The Old Dairy at Hatherden Farm

A converted dairy on a working farm near Andover, with three days on site, meadow views, a milk-churn welcome and a resident bull called Henry.

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Royal Southern Yacht Club

A waterfront clubhouse at Hamble with wide Solent views, nearly two centuries of sailing history and exclusive use of the club for the whole day.

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Working with a budget? We work with acts from £250 - £5,000+! We can certainly help you find the perfect entertainment that fits your style and budget - get in touch to get started.

Corporate Entertainment in Hampshire