Vintage Themed Bands for Hire in Exeter

Find 172 vintage themed bands available in Exeter, England, United Kingdom, with 527 reviews from real clients, averaging 5 out of 5 stars. These retro music groups specialize in authentic period entertainment from the 1920s through 1950s, ideal for themed celebrations and sophisticated events.

Of the 172 suppliers listed here, 2 are based within 30 miles of Exeter. The other 170 are willing to travel there.

Also covers suppliers based in South Molton and Taunton.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 527 reviews of Vintage Themed Bands
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Fine Whines - vintage Jazz & Swing

Fine Whines - vintage Jazz & Swing
1930’s/40's style dance band with superb 4 piece, back-tracked, rhythm section.
Vintage Band

South Molton

England · 24 miles away

(3) Replies in ~4 hrs

Book from £150 (GBP)

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Jay and the Demics

Jay and the Demics
Five piece Rock n Roll show band.
Vintage Band

Taunton

England · 27 miles away

(1)

Book from £500 (GBP)

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Willing to travel to Exeter

Based more than 30 miles from Exeter, nearest first

The Deltas

The Deltas
The Deltas infuse a country-folk twist into a vast repertoire of over 200 songs
Vintage Band

Weston-super-Mare

England · 49 miles away

(16)

Book from £1495 (GBP)

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Polka Dot Peaches: Vintage harmony group

Polka Dot Peaches: Vintage harmony group
Close harmony trio
Vintage Band

Bristol

England · 65 miles away

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Book from £475 (GBP)

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The Misophone Collective

The Misophone Collective
UK Jazz collective
Vintage Band

Bristol

England · 65 miles away

(2) Replies in ~2 hrs

Book from £200 (GBP)

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Trip For Biscuits

Trip For Biscuits
1920's Gatsby band
Vintage Band

Bristol

England · 65 miles away

(46)

Book from £475 (GBP)

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we're broke up

we're broke up
we're broke up
Vintage Band

Bristol

England · 65 miles away

(5)

Book from £500 (GBP)

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Hopkins & Oliver

Hopkins & Oliver
Outstanding, toe-tapping swing jazz duo
Vintage Band

Bristol

England · 65 miles away

(3)

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Lets Get Lost Jazz Band

Lets Get Lost Jazz Band
Three or Four piece jazz group, female vocals.
Vintage Band

Bristol

England · 65 miles away

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Book from £525 (GBP)

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Bespoke

Bespoke
Smooth, sophisticated duo with vocals, piano and upright bass
Vintage Band

Bournemouth

England · 72 miles away

(3)

Book from £495 (GBP)

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The Swing Empire

The Swing Empire
Multi-award winning Swing Band based in Cornwall.
Vintage Band

Truro

England · 74 miles away

(1)

Book from £500 (GBP)

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Blue Ray Band

Blue Ray Band
5-piece jazz/swing band performing classic jazz and songs for dancing.
Vintage Band

Truro

England · 74 miles away

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Book from £600 (GBP)

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Five Star Swing

Five Star Swing
Swing band - Authentic 1940s Glenn Miller / Sinatra / '50s / '60s
Vintage Band

Southampton

England · 94 miles away

(5)

Book from £600 (GBP)

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Kate Stevens - Live Lounge

Kate Stevens - Live Lounge
Classic and contemporary jazz, blues, swing and Latin standards
Vintage Band

Andover

England · 95 miles away

(3)

Book from £200 (GBP)

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Murielefrenchsinger
Solo retro French jazz and chansons
Vintage Band

Winchester

England · 99 miles away

(14)

Book from £300 (GBP)

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The Bridge

The Bridge
4 piece cover band. Wide experience across Europe.
Vintage Band

Cheltenham

England · 103 miles away

(1)

Book from £700 (GBP)

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Debbie C - Professional vocalist

Debbie C - Professional vocalist
Fully self contained, multi genre solo singer
Vintage Band

Southsea

England · 107 miles away

(1)

Book from £100 (GBP)

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Wildcat Wailers

Wildcat Wailers
The South coast Queens of Rock'n'Roll!
Vintage Band

Waterlooville

England · 110 miles away

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How much does it cost to hire Vintage Themed Bands in Exeter?

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Rates for vintage themed bands in Exeter currently range from about £150 for acoustic duos to £1,750+ for large orchestras with full period staging. The average cost sits at £550, typically including professional sound equipment, period costumes, and extensive repertoires. An act based closer to your venue may quote less for travel, while larger ensembles charge more for their full packages. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 215 enquiries for Vintage Themed Bands at events in the United Kingdom, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 19 October 2026.

Most requested for
Private events
35% of enquiries, with bar and venue events next at 19%
Typical first reply
Within 12 hours
59% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About two months
31% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
May to July
52% 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 Vintage Themed Bands available in Exeter

5/5 from 527 reviews
Photo of Fine Whines - vintage Jazz & Swing Fine Whines - vintage Jazz & Swing "I hired Fine Whines to play at our 25th Wedding Anniversary garden party last summer. Their fab music really made the party go with a swing. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed the music and event. Fine Whines are extremely professional and friendly. Highly recommended." Based in South Molton, England (24 miles from Exeter) Lorraine Perryman - 25th Wedding Anniversary Photo of Jay and the Demics Jay and the Demics "The band were amazing. The front man was, (wow) so thank you for a great night of entertainment" Based in Taunton, England (27 miles from Exeter) Julie Toland - Private party Photo of The Deltas The Deltas "The best birthday surprise possible! I knew my husband was going to organise something special as he always likes to go all our but this was the icing on the cake! The band even performed a special coldplay song at his request for me! I feel like a very lucky lady!" Based in Weston-super-Mare, England (49 miles from Exeter) Maura Hemming - Birthday Party Photo of The Misophone Collective The Misophone Collective "Oscar & the other members of The Misophone Colletive did such a wonderful job at our event! Communication was great leading up to it, and everything went perfectly the day of. Thank you for sharing your talents with us!" Based in Bristol, England (65 miles from Exeter) Amanda - Retreat Photo of Trip For Biscuits Trip For Biscuits "Thank you for an amazing gig on our Peaky Blinders night. We had lots of good comments about how good the music was. You really help make the night a success." Based in Bristol, England (65 miles from Exeter) Ceri - Fundraiser Photo of Hopkins & Oliver Hopkins & Oliver "Such a lovely experience. They were fantastic and professional. Just perfect for our drinks party. I’d highly recommend them." Based in Bristol, England (65 miles from Exeter) Lisa Palmer - Party

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Frequently asked questions

The average cost of hiring vintage themed bands is £550, with prices from £150 to £1,750+. Pricing depends on the number of musicians, set duration and whether the act includes themed costumes, vintage staging or additional visual elements. Vintage-themed bands span a range of eras, from 1920s jazz to 1960s rock, so the style and size of the act both influence cost.

The vintage themed bands for hire perform music spanning the 1920s through to the 1960s, covering styles such as jazz, swing, rock and roll, doo-wop, skiffle and Motown. Many bands also offer modern songs performed in a vintage style, such as acoustic or swing versions of contemporary hits.

Hiring vintage themed bands is popular for vintage-themed weddings, Gatsby and prohibition parties, afternoon teas, corporate events, garden parties and retro celebrations. Vintage music adds charm and character to events with a classic or nostalgic theme.

Many vintage themed bands perform in authentic vintage attire appropriate to their era of music, from 1920s flapper dresses and suits to 1950s rock and roll outfits. This adds a visual element that enhances the atmosphere at themed events. Gig Heaven recommends asking about costume options when making an enquiry.

Smaller formats are widely offered, often a singer and piano or a three-piece, and they suit afternoon receptions where a full band would dominate. The larger line-ups carry the brass that defines much of the period's sound. Booking a small group for the day and the full act for the evening is a common compromise.

Most are self-contained and bring a PA suited to the room, though acts built around acoustic instruments often need less than a modern band. Period-styled microphones and stands are usually part of the look rather than the sound, and come with the act. Venues with their own system should mention it, as it can reduce what has to be transported.

Many acts perform modern songs arranged in the style of their era, which lands well with guests who do not know the original material. Others stay strictly period and treat that as the point of the booking. Both work, so it is worth asking which approach an act takes before choosing between them.

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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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