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Function Bands in Sheffield & South Yorkshire

Live party bands across Sheffield & South Yorkshire

Planning a big birthday or anniversary means finding music that suits everyone from your oldest relatives to your youngest guests. A good function band manages exactly that. Hosts in Sheffield & South Yorkshire book these bands for 40th, 50th and 60th birthdays, anniversaries and family celebrations.

Sheffield & South Yorkshire has plenty of places to hold a party, from Cutlers' Hall, Sheffield and Tankersley Manor to Kenwood Hall. The bands on this page travel right across the area, including Doncaster, Sheffield and Barnsley, and can play a marquee in a back garden just as easily as a function room.

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 Sheffield & South 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.

What to know:

  • Budget £1,200 to £2,400 for most line-ups, with weekday dates often costing less
  • Every quote includes the band's PA, stage lighting and travel
  • Playlist music is provided between sets, so there's no silence
  • Bands play marquees and homes as well as function rooms
  • Every booking is covered by a 14-day change-of-mind refund

Space matters more than guest numbers. A three or four-piece suits most function rooms and a modest marquee, giving enough sound to fill a dance floor without overwhelming the room. A bigger marquee or larger hotel room carries a six to eight-piece easily, with brass or an extra vocalist adding weight.

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.

Enter your date and venue in the instant quote button for live pricing and availability. After you book, we look after the contract, deposit and details, and keep in touch right up to the event. You also get a 14-day change-of-mind refund and an emergency contact number to use on the day.

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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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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)

“Lee, the band 11am Somewhere were superb. They played a stomping set, got everyone dancing and made the party great fun. So many of my guests made an effort to come and tell me how much they enjoyed the band. Highly recommended! Best wishes, Ashu”

(5)

“The Supernaturals had so much energy and created a really fantastic atmosphere - the party was fantastic success and I'd recommend them to anyone looking for a high quality function band.”

(5)

“I just wanted to say thanks for the great night at my 60th party! Everyone enjoyed your performance, especially those writhing hips, absolutely brilliant performance as Tom Jones.The whole night went to plan from beginning to end.You made it a night to remember, it didn't last long enough. I will certainly be recommending you.”

(5)

“Abbatone’s were fantastic.
Both girls provided provided excellent entertainment. My daughters party was excellent and everyone who attended have been raving about the group. Will most certainly be booking them for any future events. Thank you”

(5)

“Guys were great, catered to all our needs and dressed to the theme of party.
Great music, great vibe and a great night , Thank you all.”

(5)

“What can I say but echo every single person at my party. You raised the roof! Absolutely brilliant, professional, entertaining, audience participation; spot-on.”

Local Venues in Sheffield & South Yorkshire

Hooton Pagnell Hall

Hooton Pagnell Hall

A medieval hall in a honey-coloured limestone village outside Doncaster, with a tithe barn, a Japanese garden and only one wedding on any day.

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Sheffield Town Hall

Sheffield Town Hall

A Grade I listed Victorian landmark in the middle of Sheffield, home to the city's own Mandela and Mirror Rooms for weddings up to 220 guests.

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Whitley Hall Hotel

Whitley Hall Hotel

A 16th-century hall on the northern edge of Sheffield, with 20 acres of gardens, a lake, peacocks on the lawn and bedrooms for all your guests.

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Wortley Hall

Wortley Hall

The workers' stately home between Sheffield and Barnsley, with 26 acres of formal gardens, a fine Georgian front and a genuinely warm welcome.

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Whirlowbrook Hall

Whirlowbrook Hall

An Edwardian manor house set in 39 acres of Sheffield parkland, 4 miles from the city centre and right on the doorstep of the Peak District.

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Cutlers' Hall, Sheffield

Cutlers' Hall, Sheffield

Sheffield's grandest set of rooms, opposite the cathedral on Church Street, behind a pair of silver doors and nearly 200 years of ceremony and feasting.

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Kenwood Hall

Kenwood Hall

A lakeside hall set in 12 acres of gardens at Nether Edge, only minutes from the middle of Sheffield, with a spa and just one wedding a day.

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Tankersley Manor

Tankersley Manor

A 17th-century manor on the ridge above Barnsley, with oak beams, exposed stone, a spa and a suite big enough for 350 people to dance in it.

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Aston Hall Hotel

Aston Hall Hotel

A Georgian hall of 1772 set between Sheffield and Rotherham, with wide lawns, a licensed garden pagoda and a suite that seats 250 for dinner.

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