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Other Wedding Entertainment in Somerset

Wedding day entertainment beyond the band in Somerset

Most weddings have long gaps between the big moments, while photos are taken and the room is turned around. Live music or a roaming act fills those gaps and keeps guests entertained. Across Somerset, couples book ceremony musicians and reception acts to shape the whole day, not just the evening.

Popular wedding venues in Somerset include The Roman Baths, Sparkford Hall and Orchardleigh House, and our acts perform at weddings across Bath, Wells and Taunton. Tell us your venue and running order when you enquire and we'll suggest acts for each part of the day.

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.

Since 1999, Hireaband has supplied ceremony and reception acts for weddings of every size. The acts listed here all travel to Somerset, bring what they need to be heard and include travel in the price. The instant quote button shows pricing and availability for your date in seconds.

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.

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. Travel and any equipment are included in the quote, so the figure you're given is the figure you pay.

Every act's page has video and audio of the performers who would actually play at your wedding, 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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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

Front Cover

An Exciting Duo From The South West. Small Band - Big Sound!

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From £900

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Twos Company

Male & Female Duo With Acoustic & Full Electric Party Options

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From £800

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

The Essential Acoustic Guitarist

The Perfect Accompaniment To Any Ceremony, Reception or Evening

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From £315

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

A Touch Of Paris

Jazz, Swing, Gatsby, Parisian Themed Ensemble

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From £645

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Harlem Shuffle

Combining Rat Pack Swing With Modern Pop Songs For A Postmodern Jukebox Sound.

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From £1,700

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras
Working with a budget?

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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Band Under a Grand

Swing Dynamos

The Swing Dynamos Are An Authentic Gypsy Jazz Ensemble

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From £895

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

The Baby Blues

An Authentic Swing Band Playing Your Favourite Rat Pack & Soul Tunes. You Even Get A Choice Of Singers..

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From £2,250

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

The Melody Jazz Trio

The Melody Jazz trio - a super smooth jazz trio from London only available from Hireaband

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From £895

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Joe Penfold - Singer & Pianist

Joe Penfold - A Super Singer and Pianist Performing a Variety of Genres And Sing-along Hits

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From £545

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

The Wedding Gospel Choir

A Gospel Choir Of The Highest Standard. Available In Various Line-Ups.

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From £1,030

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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Boss Acoustic

Solo, Duo or Trio Acoustic Act. Perfect For Receptions or Daytime Entertainment

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From £900

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

WestZone

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

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Guitarist Filippo

Filippo Is A Solo Guitarist Performing A Wide Range Of Music For All Events

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From £330

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

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)

“Tommy & Sons were absolutely fabulous. We loved their sets, and so did all our guests. They were genuinely lovely people, and some of our guests were able to get up and sing with them. This was brilliant! Couldn't be happier with our choice to hire Tommy & Sons; comms between hireaband, and the band were excellent and we hope to use them again in the future. Thank you!”

(5)

“The nojitos surpassed all our expectations from start to finish. The clips on Youtube do not do them justice, they managed to perform modern songs in a classic way, like watching Count Basie perform Taylor Swift! Not only will we be booking them again, we'll be passing their details to everyone we know that wants a top quality music set. The whole crowd loved every minute. Absolutely perfect”

(5)

“We booked this band for a charity event.From first contact they were very positive and understanding of the type of evening we wanted, and they delivered exactly as promised.They play a lovely mix of music and are obviously very talented musicians.They offer a sophisticated repertoire of swing era music and we would highly recommend them for this type of occasion.They are also a very nice group of people.”

(5)

“Thank you so much to Ian and the band for an absolutely amazing night last night for my daughter’s wedding! I had so many people asking the name of the band and saying how great they were! You really made it a special evening and got people up on the floor, enjoying themselves! Thanks again, and I’ll be recommending you to anyone looking for a party band.”

(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.”

Local Venues in Somerset

Priston Mill

Priston Mill

An ancient watermill, a 1720s tythe barn and gardens beside a brook: Priston Mill near Bath is a lovely place to marry, and a lovely place for a band.

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The Roman Baths

The Roman Baths

Marry beside the torchlit Great Bath and dance in Bath's Georgian Pump Room, a room that has had musicians playing in it for well over 300 years.

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Brympton House

Brympton House

Golden hamstone, a Great Hall, its own parish church and 33 acres of Somerset parkland: Brympton House near Yeovil is yours alone for the day.

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Orchardleigh House

Orchardleigh House

A Victorian mansion, a 23-acre lake and a church on its own island: Orchardleigh House near Frome gives a wedding 500 acres to spread out into.

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St Audries Park

St Audries Park

A Victorian Gothic manor in 100 acres of deer park above the Somerset coast, St Audries near Taunton is yours from midday until the last song.

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Wick Farm

Wick Farm

Medieval barns built for the monks of Hinton Priory, 37 acres of countryside and Bath just down the road: Wick Farm is a farm wedding with real history.

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Sparkford Hall

Sparkford Hall

A Georgian house near Yeovil with a barn for 250, a cellar nightclub and llamas in the paddock: Sparkford Hall lets you build the day yourself.

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The Cider Barn at Dillington Estate

The Cider Barn at Dillington Estate

Stone, thatch and fairy lights down a wooded track: the Cider Barn on the Dillington Estate near Ilminster is the Somerset barn wedding at its best.

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Homewood Park Hotel

Homewood Park Hotel

A Georgian house above the Limpley Stoke valley with a Roman-inspired spa and a kitchen garden, Homewood near Bath does intimate beautifully.

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