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Other Wedding Entertainment in Herefordshire

Ceremony, drinks reception and daytime entertainment in Herefordshire

From ceremony rooms at country houses around Hereford and Ledbury to drinks receptions on the lawn near Leominster and wedding breakfasts in barns and marquees across Herefordshire, the hours before the evening band starts are where the right entertainment makes the biggest difference. A singer for the aisle, a string quartet over the canapés or a magician working the tables keeps the day moving and gives guests something to talk about between the photos.

Other wedding entertainment covers the specialist and smaller acts that most weddings add around the main band: solo singers, acoustic duos, harpists, pianists, classical guitarists, string quartets and ensembles, close-up magicians and roaming musicians. Each one is booked for a particular part of the day, and many can learn a special song for the ceremony or the signing of the register.

Hireaband has been booking live entertainment for weddings since 1999. Every act listed here travels to Herefordshire as standard, brings the equipment it needs, and sets up and clears away around the timings of your day — use the instant quote button on this page to check pricing and availability for your date.

The essentials:

  • Typical cost: £300 to £1,500, depending on the act, how long they play and the date
  • Always included: travel costs and any amplification the act needs, in every quote
  • From solo musicians for the ceremony to quartets, ensembles and roaming acts for the drinks reception
  • Most couples book several months ahead, sooner for a summer Saturday
  • Every booking carries a 14-day change-of-mind refund

Think about where the act will be and what guests will be doing. A harpist, pianist or string quartet suits a ceremony room or a church, where the music needs to carry without amplification. A drinks reception outdoors or in a busy courtyard is better served by an acoustic duo, a roaming band or a solo singer with a small PA, and a close-up magician can move between groups wherever they gather. Tell us the venue and the running order and we can suggest what has worked there before.

Most bookings fall between £300 and £1,500. A solo musician for the ceremony alone sits at the lower end; a string quartet or an act covering the ceremony, drinks and wedding breakfast sits towards the upper end, with the date and time of year making up the rest of the difference. Travel and any equipment the act needs are included in the quote you receive, so the figure you're given is the figure you pay.

Every act's page carries video and audio of that exact performer or ensemble, so you can hear how they sound in a real room rather than relying on a generic demo, alongside their repertoire list. Underneath are written reviews from couples who have already booked them. Between the videos, the repertoire and the feedback, you can form a clear picture of the day 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 an act, we handle the contract, the deposit and the arrangements, and stay in touch through to the day itself. Every booking comes with 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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Changing Melody

Changing Melody cover everything from contemporary pop and rock to jazz, 60s and beyond, you'll find their tasteful selection of music appeals to guests of every age group.

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From £350

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WestZone

An Outstanding Tribute to Ireland's Finest Exports- Boyzone and Westlife!

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Smooth Sound Duo

Male Acoustic Duo | Versatile Repertoire

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From £650

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Jessie MaKee

Solo Singer / Guitarist | Background or Main Event Entertainment

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From £570

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Jack & Joel

X Factor Finalists Jack & Joel | Acoustic Duo

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From £1,615

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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Jack & Tee

Versatile Duo | Male & Female Vocals | Guitar, Drums, Violin

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From £915

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Guitarist & Singer Ian

Solo Acoustic Guitarist and Vocalist, Ian Britt, Performs His Unique Covers Of Classic Hits

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From £450

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Dave Giles

Solo Singer/Guitarist | Huge Range Of Songs | Background or Main Event

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From £450

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

Lee Smallman

Talented & Flexible, A Musician For Every Event.

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From £330

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Guitarist Marcus

Singer / Guitarist | Afternoon or Evening Performance

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From £355

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Stella & Fly

Piano & Vocals Duo | Ideal Afternoon or Evening Entertainment

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From £680

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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Simon Shaw

Solo Singer-Guitarist | Hugely Talented and Versatile | Available in Midlands And North

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From £395

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Gentlemen of the Road

A vintage 20's - 40's style swing band that will blow your socks off with their unique arrangements of modern tracks

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From £1,985

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Bully & The Banjo

Upbeat Duo | Folk, Country, Pop | Mumford Style

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From £995

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Hope Street

Three fantastic musicians who will put the very coolest of slants on your wedding or function! Hire a wedding band today.

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From £1,575

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Pip Penn

A Solo Singer / Guitarist With A Huge Repertoire

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From £400

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

FAQs

Everything around the main evening band: ceremony and drinks reception musicians such as solo singers, harpists, pianists, guitarists and string quartets, plus acoustic duos, roaming musicians and close-up magicians.

Many can, given enough notice — mention it when you enquire and the act will confirm whether they can add it to their repertoire for your day.

Harpists, pianists, guitarists and string quartets usually play acoustically in a ceremony room or church; singers and duos bring a small, discreet PA for larger rooms or outdoor spaces.

Yes — booking the same musician or ensemble for the ceremony, drinks and wedding breakfast is common, and usually works out better value than separate bookings.

Typically £300 to £1,500, depending on the act, how long they perform and the date — travel is always included in the quote.

Most couples book several months ahead, sooner for a summer Saturday when the most popular acts go quickly.

Reviews

(5)

“Love Detroit Vintage Duo! Was so happy to find them for my wedding a couple of years ago, Paul was great to deal with and everybody commented on how good they were for weeks after. They sound authentic and always look like they are enjoying themselves whilst playing. Recently booked them again when I was helping my Dad organise a big 50th birthday and they were great!”

(5)

“Exceptionally talented pair. Had the pleasure of listening to them on the P&O Britannia and they helped us have a fantastic time, we were truly entertained. The vocals are beautifully on point and create a perfect atmosphere. Best of all is their choice of repertoire, so much variety and perfect to relax to; I even found myself singing along on several occasions! Thanks for some great music.”

(5)

“Thank you for a wonderful performance. Jack and Tee were excellent, got everyone up dancing, the music was good enough to satisfy my very fussy musical family and that's saying something. All the guests thought they were great and gave them excellent reviews. We highly recommend them and will not hesitate to call them for another family function. Flexible, current and worth every penny. (10 / 10)”

(5)

“Dear Hireaband, We would like to thank you very much for providing the Smooth Jazz Duo to play at our wedding ceremony and champagne reception, at Turnberry on 10th Sept. They were absolutely brilliant, and their music was perfect for both the ceremony and drinks reception after. Our guests loved their music, and they definitely added to the occasion. We can't thank you and the boys enough.”

(5)

“Smooth Jazz Duo played at our wedding recently and they were absolutely fantastic. They were background music to our drinks reception which took place outside. You could hear them throughout the walled garden and they were a touch of class. Many guests commented on how great they were. All on was happy for us to send them some requests and this added to our wonderful experience!”

(5)

“You guys are the full package! We'd been looking everywhere for a band that could deliver exactly what we wanted for our special day, and the last thing we wanted to do was hire the piper and the band and the ceilidh band separately - you guys did all three and nailed it! Jordan's piping created the perfect atmosphere for the ceremony, and the ceilidh got everyone on their feet. Thanks for everything!”

Local Venues in Herefordshire

The Haybarn

The Haybarn

A lovingly restored 18th-century barn above the Golden Valley at Ewyas Harold, with Black Mountains views and room for everyone to stay the weekend.

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Glewstone Court

Glewstone Court

A Grade II listed Georgian manor in the hills above Ross-on-Wye, with a 500-year-old cedar on the lawn, ten bedrooms upstairs and the house all yours.

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How Caple Court

How Caple Court

Edwardian terraces, a medieval church and an oak-panelled barn with a stage in it, set high above the River Wye at How Caple in Herefordshire.

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Brinsop Court

Brinsop Court

A moated medieval manor and its Knot Barn, set in 800 private Herefordshire acres near Hereford.

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Eastnor Castle

Eastnor Castle

Robert Smirke's Gothic Revival castle beneath the Malvern Hills at Ledbury, with a deer park, a lake and a Pugin drawing room to dance beside.

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Homme House

Homme House

Four and a half centuries in one family, 200 acres of Herefordshire at Much Marcle, and the whole house yours from Friday through to Sunday lunch.

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Lyde Arundel

Lyde Arundel

Two converted barns, a lake and a vineyard barely a mile outside Hereford, hired as a blank canvas with the bar running on through until 1am.

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Hampton Court Castle

Hampton Court Castle

A Grade I listed castle begun in 1427 near Leominster, with a medieval chapel, celebrated gardens and a ballroom that turns into the dance floor.

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Dewsall Court

Dewsall Court

Twelve acres of countryside near Hereford with a lake, an ancient church, a candlelit barn and a cellar den that runs on into the small hours.

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