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Function Bands in Middlesbrough

Find the perfect function band in Middlesbrough

From function rooms at hotels around Middlesbrough and Stockton-on-Tees to golf and country clubs near Redcar, and marquees going up in back gardens across Middlesbrough, a function band in Middlesbrough plays a much wider range of spaces than a wedding band ever sees. A milestone birthday, an anniversary party or a big family celebration can land almost anywhere — and the band has to work just as well in a marquee on the lawn as it does in a hotel ballroom.

A function band, a covers band, a party band or a live band — different names, same thing. Whatever you call it, you're after a band for a party that plays the songs your guests already know, arranged to fill a dance floor rather than reproduce the record note for note.

Hireaband has been booking live bands for parties and private events since 1999. Every band listed here travels to Middlesbrough as standard, brings its own PA and lighting, and sets up and clears away on the night — use the instant quote button on this page to check pricing and availability for your date.

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

Space matters more than guest numbers. A three or four-piece covers band suits most function rooms and a marquee of modest size comfortably — enough to fill a dance floor without overwhelming the room. A bigger marquee or a larger hotel function room carries a six to eight-piece easily, with brass or an extra vocalist adding weight for a bigger crowd. If you tell us the space — hotel room, golf club function suite, marquee at home — we can usually say what has worked there before.

Most parties spend between £1,200 and £2,400. The number of musicians is the biggest factor, followed by the day and the time of year — a weekday date can cost less than a Saturday in summer. PA, lighting and any travel costs are included in the quote you receive, so the figure you're given is the figure you pay.

Every band's page carries video and audio of that exact line-up, so you can see the band in action and hear the musicians who would actually play at your party, rather than a generic demo, alongside their full song list. Underneath are written reviews from people who have already booked them. Between the videos, the set list and the feedback, you can form a clear picture of the night well before you commit.

Use the instant quote button on this page and enter your date and venue to see pricing and availability straight away. Once you've chosen a band, we handle the contract, the deposit and the arrangements, and stay in touch to the day itself. Every booking comes with a 14-day change-of-mind refund, and an emergency contact line is available on the night 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 blend of Mashups, Medleys and Remix’s

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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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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?

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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

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

Las Vegas Vinyl Club

Cool & contemporary, experienced & versatile, the only band you'll ever need at a price you won't believe.

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From £1,370

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)

“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.”

(5)

“Dear Mike, I know I thanked you on the night but just wanted to do so again in the cold light of day. You and your band were fantastic, not just brilliant at the music but also lovely, helpful and a total pleasure to work with.
Thank you so much and please pass my thanks on to your team.
My Mother literally had the party of her life and you were a big part of that.... you were exceptional.”

(5)

“Hi guys. Just wanted to say a huge thank you to the band. We thought you were amazing! Almost every guest came up to us to ask where we found you and say how good you were. You really helped kick start the party and the 1st dance was perfect! We thought you sounded excellent and the playlist was perfect for us. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend you in the future. All the best.”

Local Venues in Middlesbrough

Middlesbrough Town Hall

Middlesbrough Town Hall

A Victorian civic landmark on Albert Road with its own weddings and receptions programme, from an intimate ceremony to a 350-guest reception.

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Acklam Hall

Acklam Hall

Built in 1683 and the only Grade I listed building in Middlesbrough, restored in 2016 and voted the region’s most romantic wedding venue of all.

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Wynyard Hall

Wynyard Hall

Gilded state rooms, a marble chapel and a terrace above the lake, on a 400-acre County Durham estate that was built expressly for entertaining.

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Gisborough Hall

Gisborough Hall

A romantic country house on the edge of the North York Moors, with a chandeliered ballroom, a bright glass house and the rose gardens just beyond.

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Rushpool Hall

Rushpool Hall

An ironmaster’s mansion of Cleveland stone above Saltburn, now given over entirely to weddings, with woodland, coast and 18 bedrooms of its own.

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Judges Country House Hotel

Judges Country House Hotel

A Victorian country house set in 22 acres of private gardens near Yarm, with a self-contained courtyard suite converted from the old stables.

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Crathorne Hall

Crathorne Hall

An Edwardian country house above the Leven Valley near Yarm, with carved ceilings, marble fireplaces and 37 bedrooms for guests staying over.

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Hardwick Hall, Sedgefield

Hardwick Hall, Sedgefield

A country hotel beside the restored 18th-century landscape of Hardwick Park, with lakeside views and a marquee for the largest celebrations.

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Solberge Hall

Solberge Hall

A Georgian mansion on its own estate between Thirsk and Northallerton, with a glazed Vinery looking out towards the distant Hambleton Hills.

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