Browse 1,490 party bands available for hire in Essex, England, United Kingdom, rated 5 out of 5 across 3,784 reviews from real clients. These function bands cover pop, rock, soul, funk and Motown, playing weddings, birthdays, corporate functions and private celebrations. Prices start from £170, with most bookings around £800.
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Soul Bands in EssexRates for function bands in Essex range from £170 to £2,550+, with the average booking at £800. Band size is the biggest factor: a three-piece costs less than a six-piece with brass or a second vocalist. Performance length, travel distance and whether the act supplies its own PA and lighting all move the figure. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.
Based on 964 enquiries for Party Bands at events in the United Kingdom, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 27 October 2026.
Acacia Road
"e recently had the pleasure of booking Acacia Road for our wedding, and I can confidently say
they were the best decision we made for our special day. From the moment we contacted them,
the professionalism and enthusiasm from their team were evident. They took the time to
understand our vision and catered to our musical preferences, which made the planning
process seamless and enjoyable.
On the day of the wedding, Acacia Road truly brought their A-game. Their performance was
nothing short of spectacular. The band had an incredible energy that instantly set the mood,
getting our guests on their feet and dancing the night away. Their repertoire is diverse, covering a
wide range of genres that catered to all our guests, from classic hits to modern favourites. The
vocalists were remarkably talented, and the instrumentalists were top-notch, creating a fullbodied sound that filled the venue beautifully.
One of the highlights was their ability to read the room. They tailored their setlist based on the
energy and vibe of our guests, ensuring that the dance floor was always packed. At one point,
they even took requests, which really made our guests feel involved and added a personal touch
to the evening.
Moreover, the band’s professionalism was evident throughout the evening. They arrived early to
set up, coordinated seamlessly with our wedding coordinator, and were adaptable to any
changes we requested. Their friendly demeanour made them a joy to work with, helping to
alleviate any wedding-day stress.
In summary, Acacia Road exceeded all our expectations. They transformed our reception into an
unforgettable celebration filled with laughter and dancing. If you're looking for an amazing band
to create lasting memories at your wedding, I wholeheartedly recommend Acacia Road. They
are truly the best choice we could have made, and we are so grateful for the incredible
experience they provided!"
The UK Bee Gees
"Had a fantastic night, last night, at hitchin Town hall singing and dancing to the most realistic bee gees tribute I e ever seen. Harmonies beautiful and myself and friend Hazel danced all night. Thanks guys for a great evening x"
Bel Canto Diamonds
"We have had nothing but compliments for the entertainment at the Gala Dinner at our National Rally this year.
The choice of material for both sets was spot on.
Pleasure working with you and I hope we may be able to do it again some time in the future. I will certainly be recommending you to anyone I come across looking for event entertainment."
The Up & Up
"Just wanted to say thank you again to the band. We had so many people say how great you were. You really made the event!"
Jaywhitesax
"Absolutely blown away by @jaywhitesax tonight! Amazing music as always! Will 100% be having him back again soon! Thanks Jay! Awesome set?❤️"
The Elevators
"Rating 6/6 : Brilliant Amazing band!! Definitely the best! The Hollybush, Loughton on Saturday 7 October 2023
Best band I've seen in years!! They have an eclectic mix of songs that most bands won't touch because of their musical complexity. They blew the roof off the pub, hope to see them there again and again 👍
Anthony Sharp, Monday 9 October 2023
Reply from The Elevators:
Thanks Anthony for the great review. We really enjoyed playing at the Hollybush such a great crowd, we hope to be back next year sometime."