Cover Bands for Hire in Whitby

Browse 1,692 cover bands available for hire in Whitby, England, United Kingdom, rated 5 out of 5 across 3,567 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 1,692 suppliers listed here, 10 are based within 30 miles of Whitby. The other 1,682 are willing to travel there.

Also covers Scarborough, and suppliers based in Middlesbrough, Hartlepool, Billingham, Redcar and Stockton-on-Tees.

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Singing guitarist, covering the hits across the genres.

Scarborough

England · 17 miles away

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Versatile singer guitarist covering popular songs from 50’s to present day

Scarborough

England · 17 miles away

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6-piece band with 3 lead vocalists

Redcar

England · 20 miles away

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4 piece pop/rock covers band performing hits from The Kinks to The Killers

Middlesbrough

England · 26 miles away

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Book from £330 (GBP)

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Acoustic Beatles cover duo, ideal for weddings and corporate events

Middlesbrough

England · 26 miles away

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5 piece dedicated band that perform popular hits from the 80's

Middlesbrough

England · 26 miles away

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Average Joe's are an exciting 5 piece group who play what you want.

Hartlepool

England · 27 miles away

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Solo guitarist who performs acoustic or with backing track accompaniment.

Hartlepool

England · 27 miles away

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Belle Voix Trio bring you the classic Anthems of Motown and Northern Soul

Billingham

England · 28 miles away

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Book from £1100 (GBP)

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Five piece ideal for events, weddings and parties

Stockton-on-Tees

England · 29 miles away

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Singing guitarist performing with and without backing tracks.

Thirsk

England · 34 miles away

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British Soloist fresh from performing in the USA 80’s 90’s today’s music

Darlington

England · 38 miles away

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Percussionist for DJs and live events

Darlington

England · 38 miles away

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4 piece live band performing the best indie, rock and pop hits

York

England · 41 miles away

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Duvet - The Ultimate Covers Band!! are an in demand, Yorkshire

York

England · 41 miles away

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The 40 Thieves is an energetic 8-piece playing an eclectic mix of floor-fillers

York

England · 41 miles away

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50's and 60's Rock and Roll Duo

York

England · 41 miles away

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A Wonderful Vocalist and Tribute entertainer. Neil Diamond, EAGLES.

York

England · 41 miles away

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The average price is £650 (GBP), with most priced from £150 to £2,500+. 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 10 November 2026.

Most requested for
Private events
21% of enquiries, with weddings 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 Whitby

5/5 from 24 reviews
Photo of Mister Jim Mister Jim "We have had Jim play at multiple parties for us and he is always an absolute professional and a dream to deal with. His repertoire is huge and he covers such a range of genres that he appeals to everyone no matter what age or music taste. Whether you book him for an acoustic afternoon set, an upbeat evening set or book with the Fuzz Junkies you're sure to have an unforgettable party that people will be talking about for a long time afterward!" Based in Scarborough, England (17 miles from Whitby) Ashleigh Conroy - Party Photo of Debbie, singer guitarist Debbie, singer guitarist "Debbie is a brilliant musician who always goes down brilliantly at my venue Kenzies . We love her so much webpok her regularly as our customers love her songs . She is funny and really entertaining x" Based in Scarborough, England (17 miles from Whitby) Wayne Downey - Music Bar Photo of Chameleon Chameleon "Honestly cannot recommend Chameleon enough!! Right from the off we had great communication, and even postponing was super easy! Keith assured us they would take care of running the evening and it couldn’t have been more true, they played all the right songs to keep our families dancing all night! Literally everybody commented on what a great band they were and we couldn’t agree more. Thank you all sooo much for making sure our wedding do was one to remember!" Based in Redcar, England (20 miles from Whitby) Ruby Markham - Wedding Photo of Mota Mota "I booked the MOTA boys for the Station's New Year's Eve party. They sounded great, played lots of well-known popular songs and got the audience going. Looking forward to booking them again soon." Based in Middlesbrough, England (26 miles from Whitby) 24th June 2026 Dave F - New Year Party Photo of The Beatles Unplugged The Beatles Unplugged "Absolutely brilliant..and there was me with a Pink Floyd T Shirt on singing away and doing the twist" Based in Middlesbrough, England (26 miles from Whitby) Susan Robson - Ushaw College Photo of The Firebeats The Firebeats "Thank you for a wonderful night!! We hope to see you again in 2024." Based in Stockton-on-Tees, England (29 miles from Whitby) The Manager - NYE @The Ripon Inn

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Frequently asked questions

The average cost of hiring cover bands is £650, with prices from £150 to £2,500+. 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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