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Other Wedding Entertainment in Surrey

Ceremony, drinks reception and daytime entertainment in Surrey

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, close-up magicians and roaming musicians. Couples in Surrey book them for the ceremony, the drinks reception and the wedding breakfast.

Surrey has a wide choice of wedding venues, from Pembroke Lodge and Millbridge Court to Bury Court Barn. The acts on this page travel right across the area, including Woking, Epsom and Dorking, 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 Surrey 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.

What to know:

  • Budget £300 for a solo ceremony musician up to £1,500 for a quartet covering the day
  • Every quote includes travel and the act's equipment
  • Many acts will learn a special song for the aisle
  • Acoustic acts can play without power in most spaces
  • Every booking is covered by a 14-day change-of-mind refund

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.

The instant quote button gives you a price and availability for your date straight away. From there, we manage the contract and deposit and keep you updated until the event. Every booking is covered by a 14-day change-of-mind refund, and there's an emergency contact line on the day in case anything needs sorting.

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Mitzvah Tanz

A Four - Seven Piece Klezmer Band With A Contemporary Style

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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

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

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

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

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
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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 Cannonballs

Combining Your Favourite Party Songs With Their Own Piano Based Style

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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
Band Under a Grand

Anatole Strings

Professional And Versatile, The Anatole Quartet Bring a Vast Repertoire to Your Event with Everything From Mozart and Verdi to Clean Bandit and James Bond

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From £860

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

Close Harmony

Male & Female Vocal Duo. Daytime or Evening Entertainment.

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From £400

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

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
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Working with a budget?

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Daniel Kay

Singer, Pianist, Guitarist - Multi Instrumentalist Entertainer For All Events

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From £645

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

WestZone

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

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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

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

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)

“Before the event Dave did everything possible to work with us and make sure that it all went without a hitch, which was much appreciated. He and the rest of his group were friendly and professional throughout, and our guests loved seeing the joy they so clearly get from what they do. We hadn’t tried jazz at our hotel before, but it went down really well and we received lots of great feedback.”

(5)

“Hi both, we've had many compliments from our guests about your performances and we couldn't be more pleased with how things went. Not only did you provide fantastic live music, but you did it in a tight spot with minimal help from us! We sincerely believe that we could not have chosen a better band for the day and want to thank you both for coming. Mr & Mrs Miller :)”

(5)

“"Gavin, I was sitting with my son near to the set on Friday. We were not going to stay but then your music came on... We stayed for the full 3 sets. Just wanted to say - you were very slick, very professional - we had a really great evening. I will be doing something requiring music this spring or summer, so I will definitely contact you, cheers!"”

(5)

“"Dear Chris, We were all delighted to hear you play on Emily and Julian's special day. I loved my 'Day without Rain' for my entrance and look forward to hearing all the music before that too on the video. The guests were delighted with your repertoire with a number of comments of who was your wonderful pianist! Thank you once again for making our day extra special."”

(5)

“Declan was a breath of fresh air- not only was he professional but put us both at ease knowing that the music was in the best hands. We received loads of compliments about the ceremony and drinks reception music Declan played. He chatted away to some of our guests before he headed off which was lovely. Would recommend Declan 100% to anyone and only wish we had another event to book him for!”

(5)

“I’d recommend Ian without hesitation. Not only is he a huge talent with a fine repertoire, he is a genuinely good guy who was friendly and communicative during the build-up to my wedding. On the day itself he went above and beyond what I’d expect from a performer by allowing my son (a beginner on guitar) to play along to one of his songs. Ian is a top talent and a top man.”

Local Venues in Surrey

Pembroke Lodge

Pembroke Lodge

A Grade II listed Georgian house at the highest point of Richmond Park, with 11 acres of garden, enormous views and a proper party at the end of it.

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The Barn at Botley Hill

The Barn at Botley Hill

A glass-walled barn at the very top of the North Downs near Warlingham, with huge Surrey views, shepherd huts and a sunset behind the dancing.

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Royal Grammar School Guildford

Royal Grammar School Guildford

An event inside a Tudor school on Guildford High Street, founded in 1509, with a Great Hall, a proper stage and an evening that begins early.

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Bury Court Barn

Bury Court Barn

A converted oak-beamed barn with a walled garden and 15 bedrooms, tucked into the countryside at Bentley near Farnham, with a gallery for musicians.

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Hampton Court House

Hampton Court House

A Georgian mansion of 1757 standing opposite Hampton Court Palace, with 8 acres of gardens, a shell grotto and a theatre built for performance.

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Millbridge Court

Millbridge Court

A restored Victorian house at Frensham near Farnham, all light-filled halls and 9 bedrooms, taken entirely on exclusive use for the weekend.

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Ramster Hall

Ramster Hall

A family-run country house at Chiddingfold with 20 acres of woodland garden, a 17th-century barn for the party and no corkage charged at the bar.

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Great Fosters

Great Fosters

A Tudor house turned country hotel in 50 acres at Egham, with a moated garden and a tithe barn of 1390 with a minstrels gallery at one end.

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Gate Street Barn

Gate Street Barn

A working family farm of 180 acres in the Surrey Hills at Bramley, with an oak barn, a fire-lit tipi and eight places to stay for the weekend.

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