Cover Bands for Hire in Bournemouth

Browse 1,795 cover bands available for hire in Bournemouth, England, United Kingdom, rated 5 out of 5 across 3,955 reviews from real clients. These acts play recognisable songs across decades and genres, from a duo at a drinks reception to a full band with brass for an evening party, and most bookings come in around £650.

Of the 1,795 suppliers listed here, 20 are based within 30 miles of Bournemouth. The other 1,775 are willing to travel there.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 3,955 reviews of Cover Bands
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Not Dead Yet are an established gigging band playing a varied set of 60s/70s/80s

Salisbury

England · 24 miles away

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8 piece funk fusion!! Including James Brown, Beyonce, Prince, Scary pockets

Weymouth

England · 26 miles away

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Based more than 30 miles from Bournemouth, nearest first

Highly recommended pop , soul , jazz & rock Duo For Your Event

Fareham

England · 32 miles away

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Highly versatile function band performing songs to suit all ages

Fareham

England · 32 miles away

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Book from £420 (GBP)

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5 piece live music band celebrating the music of David Bowie.

Sherborne

England · 32 miles away

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Live 6- piece show band!

Portsmouth

England · 35 miles away

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The Hound Dogs - Professional, experienced and vibrant function band

Warminster

England · 36 miles away

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Classic and contemporary jazz, blues, swing and Latin standards

Andover

England · 38 miles away

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Great sounding band, with very flexible approach.

Andover

England · 38 miles away

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Five piece fully live rock covers band. From Bowie to Muse and back again.

Waterlooville

England · 39 miles away

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The South coast Queens of Rock'n'Roll!

Waterlooville

England · 39 miles away

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Funky RnB band playing classic dirty blues - uplifting. energetic, inspirational

Frome

England · 40 miles away

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Female fronted 5 piece rock and pop covers

Shepton Mallet

England · 44 miles away

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Rocks and pop covers band, parties, weddings, celebrations...keep it live

Devizes

England · 44 miles away

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Eight-piece Function Band with brass section - Ideal for weddings & events

Wells

England · 47 miles away

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How much does it cost to hire Cover Bands in Bournemouth?

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The average price is £650 (GBP), with most priced from £160 to £2,250+. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 942 enquiries for Cover Bands at events in the United Kingdom, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 4 November 2026.

Most requested for
Private events
21% of enquiries, with birthday parties next at 19%
Typical first reply
Within 12 hours
61% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About two months
24% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
June to September
54% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 30 miles
For the 87% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Cover Bands based near Bournemouth

5/5 from 76 reviews
Photo of Runaway live party band Runaway live party band "What an amazing night 🎤🎵🎼🎤🎼🎸 They played non stop at our club , songs I’d forgotten and great guitarists. My husband’s brothers were in band many years ago,Easy Feeling. When they played Peaceful Easy Feeling, Wow brought back fond memories R.I.P. Tony and Tim. Do hope Runaway will be back at our cub 🙏Saturday was just brilliant, well done 👏 👏🥰" Based in Bournemouth, England Janet Foster Photo of The Wild Hearts Band The Wild Hearts Band "The Wild Hearts played at our evening celebration and they were brilliant! They had everyone up singing and dancing which is what we had hoped for! They didn’t disappoint and we would most certainly recommend them! Thanks guys!" Based in Bournemouth, England Sean D - Wedding Photo of Sunday Avenue Sunday Avenue "We had the pleasure of booking Sunday Avenue for our wedding, and they were absolutely fantastic! David, the guitarist, and Aimee, the singer, were a perfect pairing, offering a brilliant mix of music from the 1950s all the way through to the present day. Their performance was seamless, with a great variety of songs that had everyone enjoying themselves throughout the event. Both were incredibly professional, arrived on time, and set up quickly and efficiently. Aimee’s voice is simply stunning, and David’s guitar playing added the perfect touch to every song. The atmosphere they created was warm and lively, and they had something for every guest to enjoy, no matter their musical taste. We received so many compliments from our guests, and I couldn’t recommend them more highly for any event. Sunday Avenue truly made our special day unforgettable. Thank you, David and Aimee!" Based in Bournemouth, England John and Claire - Wedding Photo of Gentlemen Groove Gentlemen Groove "These guys are fantastic!! We booked them as the headliners for our work's summer party and they absolutely delivered!! Truly professional, with super tight harmonies and an incredibly funky groove, they will have you dancing and smiling all night long! We're already planning where we can see them again!! Book them for your next event and you're guaranteed a great time! Thanks guys!!" Based in Bournemouth, England Suzy Q - Work Summer Party Photo of Firestar Firestar "Hi I just want to say you were brilliant! Really great music, well played and got everyone on the dancefloor! Thank you so much! Wishing you all well in the future. Regards Irene" Based in New Forest, England (14 miles from Bournemouth) Irene Lloyd - Birthday Party Photo of Blonde Faith Blonde Faith "Saw this band at Thomas Tripp in Christchurch. They were amazing, good variety of music and great entertainment. Looking forward to seeing them again! X" Based in Blandford Forum, England (16 miles from Bournemouth) Emma Walton

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Frequently asked questions

The average cost of hiring cover bands is £650, with prices from £160 to £2,250+. Pricing is mainly driven by the number of band members, performance duration and whether the band supplies its own sound and lighting equipment. Cover bands range from small acoustic acts to large party bands, so the line-up and production level have the biggest impact on cost.

Many cover bands are happy to learn a specific song for a first dance or other special moment. To get the best results, make this request as early as possible, as some songs require additional rehearsal. Most bands will learn at least one special request at no extra charge.

Most cover bands are self-contained and provide their own PA system, instruments, amplifiers and stage lighting for standard event venues. For larger spaces or outdoor events, additional equipment may be required. It is a good idea to confirm all technical and staging details with the band before booking.

The cover bands for hire cover a huge range of genres including pop, rock, soul, funk, disco, indie, hip hop and current chart hits. Many cover bands specialise in a particular era or style, while others offer a broad mix designed to appeal to all ages and tastes. Browsing band profiles on Gig Heaven is the best way to find the right musical fit.

Hiring cover bands is one of the most popular entertainment choices for weddings, corporate events, birthday parties, festivals and private celebrations. A good cover band plays recognisable songs that get guests singing and dancing, making them a reliable option for events where a full dance floor is the goal.

Standard performance times for cover bands are two to three hours, usually split into two or three sets. Many function bands offer DJ or background music services between sets, and some can extend their evening with additional acoustic or DJ-only slots. Performance formats can usually be adjusted to fit the event schedule.

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Booking as early as possible increases the chance of securing your supplier's availability on your event date, particularly during busy times of the year. However, many suppliers also accept last minute bookings, and we have successfully arranged bookings for clients with just a few hours' notice.

Contact the supplier you are interested in booking by clicking "Contact Now" on their listing. Discuss your requirements using our messaging system or join a video meeting (like a Zoom-call) to speak face-to-face. Once you are ready to confirm your booking, simply ask the supplier to send you a contract, which you can agree to online, or request amendments. Once you agree to the contract you will be asked to pay a 10% booking fee to confirm the booking, with the balance payable directly to the supplier by the due date you've agreed on.

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