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Function Bands in Leeds & West Yorkshire

Hire a function band for your celebration in Leeds & West Yorkshire

Nothing gets a party going like a live band. Guests who would stand around chatting through a playlist tend to get up once the band starts, and the atmosphere builds from there. Function bands covering Leeds & West Yorkshire play soul, pop, rock and party classics for audiences of every age.

Across Leeds & West Yorkshire, our function bands play hotels, golf clubs, village halls and marquees in and around Harrogate, Huddersfield and Bradford. Venues in the area include Left Bank Leeds, Lineham Farm and Oulton Hall, and our bands are used to setting up in all kinds of spaces.

Not every function band does the same job. Some are known for a high-energy party set, others for a mix of relaxed early songs and a big finish. Knowing the age range and the mood you want makes the choice much easier.

Since 1999, Hireaband has supplied live bands for celebrations of every size. The bands listed here all travel to Leeds & West Yorkshire, bring their own PA and stage lighting, and include travel in the price. The instant quote button shows pricing and availability for your date in seconds.

The essentials:

  • Typical cost: £1,200 to £2,400, depending on line-up, date and season
  • Always included: PA system, stage lighting and travel costs, in every quote
  • Line-ups from three-piece to eight-piece, with playlist music between sets
  • Most parties book several months ahead, sooner for a summer Saturday
  • Every booking carries a 14-day change-of-mind refund

Most function bands play two sets of around an hour, with playlist music in between. If there's a moment you want to mark, such as a cake, a toast or a special song, let the band know beforehand and they'll fit it into the evening.

Expect to pay from around £1,200 for a smaller line-up up to £2,400 or more for a larger band. Line-up size matters most, then the date and your set times. Every quote includes PA, lighting and travel, so nothing is added later.

Every band's page has video and audio of the performers who would actually play at your party, a full song list and written reviews from people who have booked them. It's the easiest way to judge the style and the atmosphere 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 day. Every booking includes a 14-day change-of-mind refund, and an emergency contact line is available on the day if anything needs sorting quickly.

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The Tommy Guns

The Ultimate Four Piece Wedding & Party Band Performing Rock & Pop Hits From Across The Generations

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From £2,420

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

UpTones

Powerhouse Female Vocals | Modern & Classics Song List | Amazing Reviews

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From £2200

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Empire

Engaging, energetic and in demand. Empire turn your event up to eleven!

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From £1,500

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Stereo Jack

A musical rollercoaster of Pop, Dance, Garage and DnB hits from the last 30 years, filling the dancefloor with their signature mashups, medleys and remixes

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From £1,480

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Tommy & Sons

Three or Four Piece Folk Style Covers Band | Roaming or Static Options Available.

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From £2,020

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Tommy & The Big Guns

6 Piece Band | Horn Section | The Tommy Guns' Big Brother

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From £3,070

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras
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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.

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Third Wheel

Three Piece Band | Male Vocals | Huge Live Energy

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From £1,140

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

The 365s

Four Piece Band | Male Vocals | Guitar, Keys, Bass, Drums | Smooth As Silk And Know How To Work A Dancefloor

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From £1,685

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Brooklyn

5 Piece Band | Male Vocals | Horn Section

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From £2,165

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Central Park

Four Piece Roaming Band | Wedding or Corporate Events | Perfect Addition To Any Event

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From £1,550

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

The Chosen Few

4 Piece | Male Vocals | A supremely talented band seamlessly covering all genres

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From £1,555

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

The Voltaires

Male Vocals | 3 Piece Line-up | Pop & Rock From All Generations

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From £1,250

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

The Wanderers

Mumford Folk Meets Pop & Rock. Available Static or Roaming.

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From £2,160

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras
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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.

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The Martinis

Wedding & Function Bands Don't Come Better Than This. All Genres, Male & Female Vocals, They Have It All.

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From £2,200

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Brando

Brando tick all the boxes...and then some! A live music phenomenon, this wedding and function band is a must have.

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From £3,600

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

City Boys

Super High-Energy 3 Piece Band Playing Music From All Generations!

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From £1,500

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Garden Party

Fresh, Stylish & Truly Awesome. Garden Party Are A Party Band Of The Very Highest Standard.

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From £3,995

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Hackney Hoedown

For All Your Hoedown, Barn Dance & Ceilidh Needs, Look No Further Than This London Based Act

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From £1,980

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

FAQs

Nothing in the band itself; the difference is the occasion. The same acts that play weddings play parties, and the set list is built the same way — a strong mix of songs that fills a dance floor.
Yes, this is one of the most common bookings — same process, same instant quote, same PA and lighting included.
Yes, a marquee in a garden is one of the most common Function Bands settings, and the same band can just as easily play a hotel function room the next weekend.
Mainly power and space — a band will usually ask what's available before the day so the line-up and setup fit comfortably.
Typically £1,200 to £2,400, depending mainly on line-up size and the date — PA, lighting and travel are always included in the quote.
Most parties book several months ahead, sooner for a summer Saturday when dates go quickly.

Reviews

(5)

“All thoroughly enjoyed the entertainment. Stewart made the party go with a bang and feedback from guests was excellent. Personally it made my 70th party memorable. Thank you .”

(5)

“The Rivers were a great band. They had the dance floor full all night long and really got into the spirit of our Apres Ski party. I would definitely recommend them to anyone.”

(5)

“The party was fantastic and the band were amazing. We all had a really great time and it was my son Daniel who was 18! Thanks for your help and I will definitely recommend the band to my friends.”

(5)

“Just to say a HUGE thank you for helping to make the party so fantastic on Sunday evening! We had such great feedback on you from all our guests and I think you really made the evening.”

(5)

“We just wanted to say a big thank you for your brilliant performance on Saturday night. We really enjoyed the party and the music was a vital element of the evening. It was great to see everyone on the dance floor; I only wish it could have lasted longer!!
I am sure we will see you again in the future.
Best wishes,”

(5)

“The Brakes played my 40th birthday party in August 2012. Although we know the singer Stevie, we were not prepared for how good they were. People are still talking about it and it was the best birthday anybody could wish for. Loads of people asked for requests and they were able to do it for us, what more could you want! Highly recommended.”

Local Venues in Leeds & West Yorkshire

Weetwood Hall Hotel

Weetwood Hall Hotel

A 1540 manor house set in 9 acres of Headingley woodland, 10 minutes from the middle of Leeds, and made for a properly Yorkshire celebration.

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Lineham Farm

Lineham Farm

Take 120 acres of Leeds countryside for a whole weekend, with a stone barn, a woodland aisle and a children's charity behind the whole thing.

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Mirfield Monastery

Mirfield Monastery

A great Romanesque church, a hall with a soaring arched ceiling and 20 acres of walled garden, all kept by a monastic community above Mirfield.

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Oulton Hall

Oulton Hall

A rescued Georgian mansion just outside Leeds, with gardens laid out by Repton, 300 acres to wander through and a ballroom built to be shown off.

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Bowcliffe Hall

Bowcliffe Hall

A Wetherby estate with a ballroom, a chapel, 58 acres of parkland and, up in the woods, a copper-and-glass treehouse shaped like an aeroplane wing.

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The Mansion, Roundhay

The Mansion, Roundhay

A grand old house in the middle of Roundhay Park, 15 minutes from Leeds, with a sunny terrace, a great chandelier and 700 acres on the doorstep.

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Waterton Park Hotel

Waterton Park Hotel

A Palladian hall on its own island in a 26-acre lake outside Wakefield, once home to the naturalist who made the world's first nature reserve.

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Left Bank Leeds

Left Bank Leeds

A soaring Grade II* Gothic church just off Cardigan Road, run as an arts venue and a charity, and one of the most striking rooms in the whole city.

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Hollins Hall

Hollins Hall

A Victorian hall high above the Aire valley, with 200 acres of grounds, a championship golf course and a spa, halfway between Bradford and Leeds.

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