Roaming Musicians for Hire in Portsmouth

Discover 269 roaming musicians available in Portsmouth, England, United Kingdom ready to bring wandering entertainment to your event. These mobile performers create intimate musical moments as they move through your venue.

Of the 269 suppliers listed here, one is based within 30 miles of Portsmouth. The other 268 are willing to travel there.

Also covers suppliers based in Lee-on-the-Solent.

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Based near Portsmouth

Violinist available for weddings and events throughout the UK

Lee-on-the-Solent

England · 5 miles away

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Willing to travel to Portsmouth

Based more than 30 miles from Portsmouth, nearest first

Solo acoustic for both chilled vibes and getting the party started!

Worthing

England · 31 miles away

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Book from £200 (GBP)

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Unobtrusive background music that enhances any occasion

Salisbury

England · 36 miles away

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Book from £220 (GBP)

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Acoustic Duo and Roaming Band

Guildford

England · 38 miles away

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Book from £400 (GBP)

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The Party instigator - Professional singer, guitarist and Impressionist!

Brighton

England · 42 miles away

(3)

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Brighton-based singer, guitarist & saxophonist

Brighton

England · 42 miles away

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Award-winning acoustic & electric violinist for weddings, parties & events

Wiltshire

England

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Professional live musician and DJ covering all decades

Crawley Down

England · 49 miles away

(2)

Book from £150 (GBP)

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Steel pan players and singer soloist

Staines-upon-Thames

England · 51 miles away

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Anna is a versatile violinist who has performed worldwide!

Epsom

England · 51 miles away

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Versatile duo performing covers from 50’s to present day in their own style

Surbiton

England · 53 miles away

(4)

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Solo Guitarist, jazz, classical and contemporary

Teddington

England · 54 miles away

(6)

Book from £120 (GBP)

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London Saxophonist for Weddings & Events - Whether chilled or party vibes

Streatham

England · 60 miles away

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Saxophonist and DJ - Ibiza club, chilled vibes, party pop, weddings, corporates

Swindon

England · 60 miles away

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An elegant and versatile solo classical violin performance

Chelsea

England · 62 miles away

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A professional acoustic duo playing heartfelt covers of pop & soul classics

Peckham

England · 64 miles away

(16)

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Award-winning luxury wedding band. London, Birmingham and Midlands. Est. 2018.

London

England · 64 miles away

(28)

Book from £4000 (GBP)

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Brass band for weddings, parties, festivals and events

London

England · 64 miles away

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Book from £1620 (GBP)

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Rates for professional roaming musicians in Portsmouth range from about £110 to £1,400+, with most professional acts averaging £350 for standard performances. Pricing depends on group size, performance duration and repertoire requirements. Solo wandering performers typically cost less than roving bands with multiple instruments, while acts requiring wireless equipment for larger venues may charge additional technical fees. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 460 enquiries for Roaming Musicians at events in the United Kingdom, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 29 October 2026.

Typical first reply
Within three hours
71% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About eight weeks
33% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
June to September
56% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 30 miles
For the 84% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Roaming Musicians available in Portsmouth

5/5 from 1,248 reviews
Photo of Jamie B Jamie B "I have hired Jamie on a few occasions for private events, he knows how to get everyone up dancing and is a born entertainer. I have recommended him to All of my friends" Based in Worthing, England (31 miles from Portsmouth) Aimee - Private event Photo of The Pickin' Mix - Acoustic Duo The Pickin' Mix - Acoustic Duo "What an incredible duo. Such a lovely atmosphere playing at our wedding drinks reception. Everyone complimented how amazing and soothing Emily's voice and the guitar was. The perfect playlist for a sunny day!! Couldn't have asked for anything more, absolutely phenomenal. Thank you both so much, Hannah & Rosie x" Based in Guildford, England (38 miles from Portsmouth) Hannah & Rosie - Wedding Photo of Bertie Taylor - Singer & Guitarist Bertie Taylor - Singer & Guitarist "Hi Bertie We're both still decompressing from our wedding day but I wanted to drop you a note to say a massive thank you for Saturday. Your set on the lawn was our absolutely favourite part of the day, and a lot of people have said the same! We appreciate the extra effort you put in, the energy was amazing and we will forever remember it." Based in Brighton, England (42 miles from Portsmouth) Thirza and Michael - Private Wedding Photo of MKG Music Services MKG Music Services "The acoustic set list was absolutely fantastic. Great guitar playing, beautiful voice - a stellar evening." Based in Crawley Down, England (49 miles from Portsmouth) 28th June 2026 Chuck Hall - Private party Photo of Strings of Talent Strings of Talent "Dear Anna, Thank you so much for being such a special part of our wedding day. Your playing was absolutely perfect and sounded incredible from start to finish. So many of our guests commented on how amazing you were, and you created such a beautiful atmosphere for the whole day. My nieces especially loved dancing to your music, it was so lovely to see them enjoying themselves so much! Those moments will always be such happy memories for us. From the very beginning, booking with you was so smooth and your communication was brilliant. You made sure everything was perfect for us, which made the whole process completely stress free. You truly made the day feel even more magical, and we’re so grateful for your talent, professionalism, and the care you put into every piece you played. Thank you again for everything, you were amazing! Love, Olivia & Elliot" Based in Epsom, England (51 miles from Portsmouth) 22nd September 2026 Olivia C - Wedding Ceremony and Drinks Reception Photo of Romance in Durango Romance in Durango "Great band - really unique sound and interpretation of known songs, great chemistry between them on stage. Heard on Cruise ship" Based in Surbiton, England (53 miles from Portsmouth) Tony Bennett - Cruise

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Frequently asked questions

Pricing for roaming musicians ranges from £110 to £1,400+, with an average of £350. Rates depend on the musician's experience, performance duration and the instrument involved. Roaming musicians move freely among guests rather than playing from a stage, creating an interactive, intimate atmosphere.

The roaming musicians for hire include a wide range of instruments suited to mobile performance, such as violin, guitar, accordion, saxophone, ukulele, steel pan and various string and brass instruments. Many perform solo or in small groups.

Hiring roaming musicians is ideal for wedding drinks receptions, corporate networking events, garden parties, restaurant entertainment, festivals and cocktail hours. A roaming musician creates an intimate, personal atmosphere by performing directly among guests.

Most roaming musicians perform acoustically without any amplification, which makes them extremely versatile and suited to venues of all sizes. For very large or noisy spaces, some musicians may use a small portable amplifier. It is advisable to discuss the venue with the musician.

Most roaming musicians perform for one to three hours, depending on the event. Roaming performances are often booked for specific segments such as a drinks reception or dinner service. Gig Heaven recommends discussing the event schedule to agree the best timing.

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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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