Oldies Bands for Hire in Bristol

Discover 250 oldies bands and golden oldies groups available in Bristol, England, United Kingdom, bringing vintage music entertainment to weddings, parties and special events. These nostalgic performers, rated 5 out of 5 by 477 reviews from real clients, specialize in classic hits from the 50s through 70s.

Of the 250 suppliers listed here, 10 are based within 30 miles of Bristol. The other 240 are willing to travel there.

Also covers Bath, and suppliers based in Cardiff, Bridgwater, Shepton Mallet, Warminster and Yate.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 477 reviews of Oldies Bands
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Bristol

England

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A fun, energetic four piece who cover a wide range of music

Bristol

England

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Book from £160 (GBP)

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4 piece party band, rock, pop and dance hits from 60’s to present day

Bristol

England

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Sapphire Sounds are an acoustic duo delivering polished, feel-good live music

Bristol

England

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Playing damn good hits from 70s - 2010s

Yate

England · 10 miles away

(5)

Book from £660 (GBP)

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Female fronted 5 piece rock and pop covers

Shepton Mallet

England · 18 miles away

(15)

Book from £300 (GBP)

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The Hound Dogs - Professional, experienced and vibrant function band

Warminster

England · 25 miles away

(14)

Book from £1650 (GBP)

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Solo acoustic performer who brings an upbeat vibe to well known songs

Cardiff

Wales · 25 miles away

(1)

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Acoustical reimaginings of your most beloved songs

Cardiff

Wales · 25 miles away

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Popular covers

Bridgwater

England · 29 miles away

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Willing to travel to Bristol

Based more than 30 miles from Bristol, nearest first

Rock/indie/country covers band

Cirencester

England · 32 miles away

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4 piece well established covers band performing music from the 50's 60's 70's

Bournemouth

England · 60 miles away

(1)

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Smooth, sophisticated duo with vocals, piano and upright bass

Bournemouth

England · 60 miles away

(3)

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Six piece The Shadows and Cliff Richard Tribute Band

Bournemouth

England · 60 miles away

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Top quality 5 piece wedding and party covers band based in the South of England.

New Forest

England

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The Denotones are a highly sought after band performing all around the country

Oxford

England · 61 miles away

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Book from £1000 (GBP)

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7 piece Santana tribute act covering all of their hits from Woodstock to present

Reading

England · 70 miles away

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Jazz Band who performed for the likes of Sir Elton John and Nicole Kidman

Fareham

England · 74 miles away

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How much does it cost to hire Oldies Bands in Bristol?

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Rates for oldies bands in Bristol currently range from about £150 to £2,150+ depending on group size, performance duration and specific requirements. The average price of £500 typically includes professional sound systems, microphones and often period-appropriate staging elements. Factors affecting pricing include travel distance, event duration, special song requests and whether additional services like DJ sets between live performances are included. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 184 enquiries for Oldies Bands at events in the United Kingdom, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 18 October 2026.

Typical first reply
Within an hour
77% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About two months
33% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
June to September
57% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 30 miles
For the 90% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Oldies Bands based near Bristol

5/5 from 46 reviews
Photo of Audio Vultures Audio Vultures "When you organise a party it's always a worry that you get the band right and people genuinely enjoy themselves. Thank you so much for all the compliments that I received about how great YOU are! We had a fantastic evening and even the non-dancers were very enthused about your set. Your lead singer has an amazing ability to cross genres and ranges and did so incredibly well. If I have anything else that needs a band, I'm coming to you!" Based in Bristol, England Shelly Carr Dolyle - Wedding Photo of we're broke up we're broke up "We were delighted with the 19Sixties at our joint 70th birthday party at the Bishops Palace in Wells last Saturday. We are renowned for our parties so you had a tough act to follow but you created a great atmosphere and everyone thought the music was fantastic. It was especially good for me as you kindly allowed me to run through a couple of songs in advance of the party so I could re-live my youth as an aged rocker. This made it special for me and I’d like to thank you, Garf and Wayne for accommodating me in such a welcoming fashion. Well done and I have no hesitation in recommending you for similar events. Best wishes Peter Rowntree" Based in Bristol, England Peter Rowntree - Birthday Party Photo of Four and a Half Shades Four and a Half Shades "Saw these guys play at a function recently, very professional, great sound and created a great atmosphere. They had everyone up dancing and singing along!! Would highly recommend booking..!" Based in Yate, England (10 miles from Bristol) Cat Howlett - 60th Birthday party Photo of Kirsty and The River Rats Kirsty and The River Rats "Wow,! We had 150 crammed into the pub. The River Rats were fantastic" Based in Shepton Mallet, England (18 miles from Bristol) 9th December 2025 The strode arms Photo of Aled Evans Solo Acoustic Covers Aled Evans Solo Acoustic Covers "We were extremely happy with Aled’s performance at our daughter’s 18th birthday celebrations. His professionalism stood out from the outset-he sent over a selection of curated playlists allowing us to tailor the music to suit the vibe of the evening. On the night he got the crowd up dancing and created a lively, joyful atmosphere - he even stayed a little longer and played extra songs on request. Thank you Aled for making an unforgettable night for our daughter’s special birthday." Based in Cardiff, Wales (25 miles from Bristol) 22nd October 2025 Karen Jones Photo of The Hound Dogs The Hound Dogs "No words I write can do these guys justice as to just how amazing they are. The Hound dogs played at our wedding and EVERYONE loved them. The band had everyone up dancing and singing along. Nigel was fantastic, it was all very easy booking the band and selecting what songs we liked. We also used them to DJ after the band had finished playing, again, all our favourite songs were played and everyone was up dancing. We had the pleasure of having Nigel play at a 30th a few years ago and having him and the band play at our wedding was just fantastic. They sounded and looked amazing and were lovely to talk to. The band left everyone wanting more and they were only too happy to oblige when everyone chanted for 'one more song'. Thanks again for being part of our day ❤️" Based in Warminster, England (25 miles from Bristol) Katharine Dudley-Dapson - Wedding

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Frequently asked questions

The average cost of hiring oldies bands is £500, with prices from £150 to £2,150+. Pricing depends on band size, performance length and the range of decades covered. Oldies bands typically perform hits from the 1950s through to the 1980s and vary from compact trios to larger groups with multiple vocalists.

The oldies bands for hire typically cover hits from the 1950s through to the 1980s, including rock and roll, doo-wop, Motown, pop, disco and classic rock. Many bands offer a broad greatest-hits style setlist that touches on multiple decades of popular music.

Hiring oldies bands is ideal for birthday parties, anniversary celebrations, weddings, corporate events, retirement parties and any occasion where nostalgia and sing-along favourites will get guests on their feet. Most bands have a broad repertoire that can be tailored to the age group and tastes of the audience.

Many oldies bands can tailor their setlist to focus on a particular era if requested. Whether the event calls for 1960s Motown, 1970s disco or a broader oldies mix, most bands are flexible. It is advisable to discuss your preferences when making an enquiry.

Most oldies bands provide their own instruments, amplifiers and PA system for standard event spaces. For larger venues or outdoor events, additional sound equipment may be needed. It is worth confirming technical details before booking.

The repertoire is built to be recognised, so a mixed-age room usually finds common ground faster than it would with a single-genre act. Older guests get the original hits and younger ones know most of them from film and television. Where one age group dominates, say so, and the band can weight the set rather than spreading it thin.

Most stay close to the records, since recognition is the whole point, though tempos are often lifted a little for a dance floor. Some acts modernise the backing while keeping the melody, which suits a younger crowd. Asking which approach an act takes is worth doing, as it changes the feel more than the song list does.

Most bookings place the band after the meal and the speeches, once guests are ready to be on their feet. An earlier slot works for a daytime event or where something lighter is wanted while people arrive. The booking is normally split into two performances with a gap between, so the room can eat or move.

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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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