Party Bands for Hire in Swindon

Browse 1,518 party bands available for hire in Swindon, England, United Kingdom, rated 5 out of 5 across 3,939 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 £180, with most bookings around £800.

Availability tightens around December and the summer wedding season, so the most in-demand acts in Swindon are often booked six to twelve months ahead. Bands based close to your venue usually quote less, because travel time and any overnight costs are built into the fee. Ask what a quote covers before comparing two acts: some include PA and stage lighting, others price them separately.

Of the 1,518 suppliers listed here, 23 are based within 30 miles of Swindon. The other 1,495 are willing to travel there.

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Wedding and events band performing Motown, Soul, R&B, and dance floor fillers!

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Swindon, England

Available in Swindon, England

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Top quality 80s tribute

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Swindon, England

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Top quality Funk, Disco and Soul band with optional brass section

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Swindon, England

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Book from £1100 (GBP)

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Eclectic, theatrical, Get everyone on the dance-floor.

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Cirencester, England

Available in Swindon, England

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Book from £2250 (GBP)

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Rock/indie/country covers band

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Cirencester, England

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Luxury Wedding/Party Band With Full Stage, Lighting Rig and Red Grand Piano!

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Chippenham, England

Available in Swindon, England

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Book from £1500 (GBP)

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

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Devizes, England

Available in Swindon, England

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Book from £300 (GBP)

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5 Piece band with Fabulous Female Vocals - Function/Party band

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Melksham, England

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Book from £400 (GBP)

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acoustic sound with a folk/country style.

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Abingdon, England

Available in Swindon, England

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Book from £200 (GBP)

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Five piece Rolling stones Tribute (covers) band.

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Abingdon, England

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5 piece covers band. 80s to modern. Country, rock, indie. We love good music too

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Gloucestershire, England

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Three piece anglo Irish folk suitable for parties, piss ups and knees ups

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Oxford, England

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Purveyors of classic and original Irish and celtic inspired folk music.

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Oxford, England

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5-piece Funk and Disco band featuring superb vocals and saxes

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Oxford, England

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High Energy Covers Band. The songs you love, Extra Special!

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Oxford, England

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A guide to booking

Hire Party Bands in Swindon, England, United Kingdom

Party bands in Swindon, England, United Kingdom play popular music across several decades, from Motown and classic rock to current chart hits, adjusting the setlist and energy to suit the room. Also called function bands, these acts usually run to 3 to 6 musicians and are booked for weddings, birthdays, corporate functions and private parties.

What to Check Before Booking

Set structure varies more than most people expect. A typical evening booking is two 45-minute sets with a break, and many bands supply a DJ playlist to cover the gap so the music never stops. Confirm how early the act needs access for setup, whether the venue has a sound limiter, and whether the band will learn a specific song for a first dance.

Party Band Pricing in Swindon

Rates for function bands in Swindon range from £180 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.

How much does it cost to hire Party Bands available in Swindon, England, United Kingdom?

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The average price for Party Bands available in Swindon, England, United Kingdom is £800 (GBP). Above you will also find a budget price and high end price. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 54 enquiries for Party Bands at events in and around Swindon, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 16 October 2026.

Typical first reply
Within a day
56% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About three months
19% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
June to August
52% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 50 miles
Typical distance from a booked supplier's base to the event

Reviews of Party Bands based near Swindon

5/5 from 64 reviews
Photo of Motown to Soul Motown to Soul "You were all great thank you for putting on a great show!!" Based in Swindon, England Rebecca - wedding Photo of The Curious LITTLE big Band The Curious LITTLE big Band "WOW, we are totally lost for words, what an EPIC performance and evening with you. There is nothing we wanted more from our wedding than for our friends and family to be laughing, smiling, singing and dancing. Because of you this was how the whole evening went. Our photos are going to be picture perfect from the great time that was had by all. We can’t thank you enough and couldn’t think of anyone better to have celebrated our day with. Enjoy Christmas and a very happy new year ? Lots of Love, India and Ricky Wiltshire (Elmore Court 30.11.2021)" Based in Cirencester, England (14 miles from Swindon) India and Ricky Wiltshire (Elmore Court 30.11.2021) - Private Wedding Photo of One More Shot One More Shot "The One Mord Shot rock duo are popular and are regularly booked. They have a great rapport with the audience and play well known rock and pop covers known by all" Based in Devizes, England (17 miles from Swindon) 17th February 2026 The Pelican, Devizes - Pub Photo of Let It Bleed Let It Bleed "What can I say, what an amazing band! Booked for the celebration of life for my dad who was a massive stones fan and it was better than I could have ever imagined. The sound was great, not gimmicky, just a great band playing the best stones song. 80 guests and everyone said how good they were. One thing that sets the bar high for them is I asked for a song that isn't typically found on a stones set list but holds deep sentiment to myself, with only a weeks notice I didn't think they'd be able to do it....and they did! Such a lovely way to remember my dad....he would have absolutely loved it! Thank you so much guys! P.s. sorry it took so long to write this review!" Based in Abingdon, England (23 miles from Swindon) 9th July 2026 Adrianne Holman - Celebration of life Photo of Ock Street Band Ock Street Band "Great duo who understood exactly the type of music and the playlist required. A superb evening of 70s style folk performed by lovely people." Based in Abingdon, England (23 miles from Swindon) Phil Johnson - Birthday party Photo of The Wild Tides Band The Wild Tides Band "This is a post on The Crown Inn Facebook while we were playing If you are not here you are missing out on fantastic evening brilliant band 🎸🎸🎸🎸🥁🥁🥁🥁" Based in Gloucestershire, England (25 miles from Swindon) 9th October 2026 The Crown Inn Coalway - Pub Gig

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Frequently asked questions

Hiring party bands typically costs between £180 and £2,550+, with an average of £800. The price is driven primarily by the number of band members, performance duration and whether the act includes extras such as DJ sets between live music, lighting or staging. Party bands range from lean four-piece outfits to large ensembles with horn sections and backing vocalists.

A typical party band booking covers two to three hours, usually divided into two or three sets with short breaks. Larger party bands with bigger line-ups often deliver a more high-energy show with audience interaction between songs. It is worth discussing the event timeline with the band to agree on the best format.

The party bands on Gig Heaven range from compact three or four-piece groups to larger ensembles with horn sections, backing singers and additional musicians. A bigger line-up creates a more powerful sound for large venues and events. Many bands offer flexible line-up options to suit different budgets.

The party bands in Swindon, England, United Kingdom play a broad mix of crowd-pleasing music including pop, rock, soul, funk, disco, Motown, hip hop and current chart hits. The focus is on well-known, danceable songs that appeal to a wide audience and keep the party atmosphere going.

Most party bands are self-contained and provide their own PA system, instruments, stage lighting and DJ equipment for use between sets. For very large venues or outdoor stages, additional sound and lighting may be required. It is a good idea to confirm all technical details before booking.

Hiring party bands is one of the most popular entertainment choices for weddings, corporate events, birthday parties, festivals and private celebrations. A live party band brings energy, interaction and showmanship that take any event beyond what a DJ or playlist can deliver.

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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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