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Other Wedding Entertainment in Newcastle upon Tyne

Wedding day entertainment beyond the band in Newcastle upon Tyne

The ceremony, the drinks and the wedding breakfast each call for a different kind of entertainment. Couples in Newcastle upon Tyne often book a harpist or quartet for the ceremony, an acoustic act for the drinks and a magician for the tables, building a day that flows from one moment to the next.

Newcastle upon Tyne has a wide choice of wedding venues, from Wylam Brewery and Northside Farm to The Biscuit Factory. The acts on this page travel right across the area, including the Quayside, Jesmond and Gateshead, and fit around your ceremony time, photos and wedding breakfast.

Within this category you'll find solo singers, acoustic duos, harpists, pianists, classical guitarists, string quartets and ensembles, close-up magicians and roaming bands. Their pages list exactly what they play, and most will add a requested piece or two.

Hireaband has been booking live entertainment for weddings since 1999. Every act listed here travels to Newcastle upon Tyne as standard, brings the equipment it needs, and sets up around the timings of your day. Use the instant quote button on this page to check prices and availability for your date.

At a glance:

  • Most bookings cost between £300 and £1,500
  • Travel and any amplification are included in the price you're quoted
  • Book one act for the ceremony or cover the whole daytime
  • Summer Saturdays book up first, so enquire early
  • A 14-day change-of-mind refund comes with every booking

Many acts on this page play outdoors, but it's worth planning a covered spot in case of rain. Acoustic acts can move inside in minutes, and harpists and quartets will need a flat, sheltered area to set up.

Expect to pay from around £300 for a solo musician up to £1,500 or more for an ensemble covering several parts of the day. The act, the length of the booking and the date make the biggest difference. Every quote includes travel, so nothing is added later.

Rather than a generic demo, every act's page shows the actual line-up you'd be booking, with videos, audio and a song list. Underneath are reviews from clients who have already booked them, often at venues you'll recognise. Between them you'll have a clear picture of the wedding well before the day.

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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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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Arthur's Hill Ceilidh Band

A energetic, fresh band - changing the way you see ceilidh.

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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

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

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
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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

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

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

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

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

Badass Brass

A Funky New Orleans Style Brass Band Playing Modern Covers & Classics.

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From £1,700

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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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

Piers Benjamin - Pianist & Singer

Ideal For Background Music Or Full Performance. Beautiful Vocals & The Finest Piano Playing.

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From £845

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

XY Duo

Beautiful, intimate, stripped back acoustic versions of your favourite songs | Perfect Daytime Entertainment

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From £1,045

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

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

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)

“Absolutely fantastic performances and sets, everyone totally loved the vibe and the amazing performers- everyone was asking who they were and how I found them. When it rained they came off the stage and performed inside the marquee creating a really intimate magical moment, and graciously did a couple of requests for us all to join in on - couldn't have asked for more or better, simply brilliant! 11/10 thanks so much”

(5)

“On behalf of Crawley United Reformed Church I would like to thank the band for performing at our Bacon Buttie Brunch. They have a brilliant talent, with Livi having a unique voice and their eclectic range of songs entertained a wide range of ages in the audience. We will happily ask them to play for us again and are delighted that the group will be using the church premises to rehearse.”

(5)

“Gentlemen of the Road played at our wedding reception, we loved the performance and style. The guys really made the evening special and played our first dance music, which they learnt especially for us. All of our guests commented on how good the music was and how it created the perfect relaxed and fun atmosphere to our wedding reception. Thanks so much it was a perfect end to our wedding day.”

(5)

“For my 40th birthday last November, I wanted to re-create some swing style magic for myself and my friends. And with Gentlemen of the Road that's exactly what I got. The set list was awesome, and you can tell the band love what they do as the sound they produced was wonderful. I can't recommend them highly enough. Two long sets just wasn't enough! Thanks guys, we had an incredible evening.”

(5)

“I really enjoyed working with Livi ITM. Despite their youth, the band were thoroughly professional and dedicated musicians who brought a fresh dynamic to our music festival. The trio complement each other very well, bringing a warmth to the stage that the audience to engage with. Livi, front and centre, delivered controlled vocals of a seasoned pro, years ahead of her time. I look forward to working with them again.”

(5)

“WOW! What an amazing team these guys are. Absolutely exceeded expectations, they had everyone dancing from the 1st song to the last, so chilled out, they had our guests joining in with them, they are so adaptable and read the crowd perfectly. The song snippets on their profile really don't do them justice, I would definitely book them again. Thank you so much for making an amazing day even better!”

Local Venues in Newcastle Upon Tyne

Jesmond Dene House

Jesmond Dene House

An Arts and Crafts mansion in a wooded valley of waterfalls and rustic bridges, only minutes from the middle of Newcastle. A rare city address.

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Northside Farm

Northside Farm

A converted barn and round Gin Gang on 70 acres near Hadrian's Wall, with glamping pods, lakes and the whole farm to yourselves for three days.

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The Biscuit Factory

The Biscuit Factory

A Victorian warehouse in Ouseburn turned contemporary art gallery, where you can marry surrounded by original work that is genuinely for sale.

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The Parlour at Blagdon

The Parlour at Blagdon

A listed smithy and stable yard on the Blagdon Estate, ten minutes north of Newcastle, with festoon-lit beams and a courtyard full of flowers.

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Wylam Brewery

Wylam Brewery

The last building standing from Newcastle's 1929 exhibition, reborn as a brewery and wedding venue with a daylit dome in the middle of Exhibition Park.

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The Vermont Hotel

The Vermont Hotel

A five-star hotel on the Quayside, once Northumberland's council chambers, with rooftop views over the Tyne Bridge and Castle Keep.

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Newcastle Civic Centre

Newcastle Civic Centre

A landmark civic building in the middle of Newcastle whose Banqueting Hall seats 500 for dinner and has a fully sprung dancefloor already in place.

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Matfen Hall

Matfen Hall

A Gothic mansion in 300 acres of Northumberland parkland, with a Great Hall whose vaulted ceiling is painted sky blue and scattered with gold stars.

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Close House

Close House

A 250-year-old estate on the north bank of the Tyne near Hadrian's Wall, with 400 acres of Northumberland countryside and long valley views.

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