Drummers for Hire in Crawley

Discover 241 skilled drummers available for hire in Crawley, England, United Kingdom, featuring 185 reviews from real clients with an average rating of 5 out of 5. Rates start from around £75, with typical bookings averaging £230.

Of the 241 suppliers listed here, 37 are based within 30 miles of Crawley. The other 204 are willing to travel there.

Also covers suppliers based in London, Bexley, Bethnal Green, Brighton, Feltham, Hailsham, Hassocks and Littlehampton.

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Hassocks

England · 13 miles away

(11)

Book from £250 (GBP)

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Pop/Rock/Funk/Disco drummer available

Brighton

England · 20 miles away

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Book from £100 (GBP)

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Drummer with lot of experience

Feltham

England · 25 miles away

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Book from £150 (GBP)

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Brazilian Drummer Percussionist

Hailsham

England · 26 miles away

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1959’s Rock n Roll Dance Band

Littlehampton

England · 26 miles away

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Book from £450 (GBP)

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South African Dance, Drumming, Singing, Cultural Music

Bexley

England · 27 miles away

(1)

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Drummer/bass player available for functions

Bexley

England · 27 miles away

(1)

Book from £150 (GBP)

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Saxophone player and percussionist with DJs and live band. Afro,Hiphop RnB,jazz

London

England · 27 miles away

(2)

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Brass Band

London

England · 27 miles away

(5)

Book from £860 (GBP)

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Joyous African marimba music from Zimbabwe, South Africa and Botswana

London

England · 27 miles away

(1)

Book from £500 (GBP)

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Elevating Events with Exquisite Steel Pan Performances

London

England · 27 miles away

(10)

Book from £320 (GBP)

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Reggae Duo Ideal for wedding, birthdays,festivals

London

England · 27 miles away

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Book from £1000 (GBP)

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Electric and Acoustic Violinist Jazz / Classical / Pop/Rock / Afrobeats. Drummer

London

England · 27 miles away

(9)

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Freelance Drummer

London

England · 27 miles away

(24)

Book from £100 (GBP)

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High energy visually stunning percussion performance! Drums, Bongos, Roaming

London

England · 27 miles away

(6)

Book from £450 (GBP)

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Live band, session musicians

London

England · 27 miles away

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Book from £70 (GBP)

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Freelance Drummer

London

England · 27 miles away

(3)

Book from £80 (GBP)

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Unique Electronic / Acoustic renditions of your favourite club tunes

London

England · 27 miles away

(2)

Book from £300 (GBP)

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How much does it cost to hire Drummers in Crawley?

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Drummer hire rates in Crawley currently range from £75 to £800+ depending on experience, equipment needs and performance requirements. Most bookings average around £230, with session work and extended engagements typically commanding higher fees. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 81 enquiries for Drummers at events in and around Crawley, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 14 November 2026.

Typical first reply
Within six hours
74% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About four weeks
52% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
May to September
53% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 15 miles
For the 57% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Drummers based near Crawley

5/5 from 77 reviews
Photo of Terl Terl "One of the best drummers I've worked with, and a top guy as well !" Based in Hassocks, England (13 miles from Crawley) Paul Statham - Live and studio Photo of Emmanuel Ayodeji Emmanuel Ayodeji "We had the pleasure of having Emmanuel perform at our recent event, and it was nothing short of fantastic! His talent and energy brought an incredible atmosphere, making the event truly memorable. The music was beautifully played, adding a touch of elegance and excitement to the celebration. My dad absolutely loved it, and all our guests enjoyed the performance. Highly recommend Emmanuel for any event—professional, engaging, and a true musical talent. Thank you for making the night special!" Based in London, England (27 miles from Crawley) Chris - Dad 65th Birthday Party Photo of Sergio Drums Sergio Drums "Sergio was a big part of the Gravey live setup for a few years. Always super solid, easy to work with, and brought a proper spark to every show. Whether it was a packed venue or a mid-week dive bar, he gave it everything. Total pro without ever taking himself too seriously." Based in London, England (27 miles from Crawley) Nick – Guitarist, Gravey Photo of Sebastian Fernandez Drums Sebastian Fernandez Drums "I want to take a moment to highlight Sebastian, our dep drummer. Having worked with him closely, I can confidently say he is always well-prepared and rehearsed with the songs. His reliability and professionalism are truly commendable, as he consistently brings a strong understanding of the music to every performance. His dedication and readiness make a significant difference to our band, and I truly appreciate his hard work and commitment. I wholeheartedly support him and look forward to making more music together !" Based in London, England (27 miles from Crawley) Celebrity (Band) - Live Music Venue Photo of LadyPruu -South African Singer LadyPruu -South African Singer "Great Stage Presence And Very Energetic And Interactive Perfomance!!Just unforgettable!! Could feel the African Spirit in the room" Based in Bexley, England (27 miles from Crawley) Julius Mbaluto Informer East Africa - Women international day Spiced in Watford perfomance Photo of Yohane-Liam Osafo Yohane-Liam Osafo "It was truly an honour to have Yohane play the violin at our marriage proposal, he truly is very talented and all of the guests said the same. He was punctual, professional and accommodating to all of our needs. The proposal would not have been the same without him and I would highly recommend him for any gig :-)" Based in London, England (27 miles from Crawley) Dennis Boateng - Marriage proposal

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Frequently asked questions

The average cost of hiring drummers is £230, with prices from £75 to £800+. Pricing depends on the style of drumming, performance length, equipment requirements and whether the drummer is performing solo or as part of an ensemble. Options range from percussive DJ sets and body percussion to traditional acoustic drum performances.

The drummers on Gig Heaven include drum kit players, tabla players, djembe players, cajon players and electronic drum performers. Many drummers are versatile session musicians who can perform as soloists, join an existing band or provide percussion alongside a DJ.

Events that commonly feature drummers include corporate events, parties, product launches, DJ sets that need live percussion, recording sessions and team-building workshops. Live drumming adds energy and visual spectacle to any event.

Many drummers specialise in performing live percussion alongside a DJ set, adding a dynamic, visual element to dance music. This combination is popular at weddings, corporate parties and club events. It is worth discussing this format with the performer when making an enquiry.

Most drummers bring their own drum kit or percussion instruments. For larger venues, microphones and additional amplification may be needed to balance the drums with other performers or a PA system. It is advisable to confirm equipment and space requirements before the event.

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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.

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