What London Couples Have Paid for Live Music
From Mayfair hotel ballrooms to converted Hackney warehouses, London has the widest spread of wedding venues, and wedding band prices, of any city we cover.
We've confirmed 903 London wedding bookings on our platform, from a 5-piece party band at £2,000 at the Hyatt Regency Churchill to a 9-piece showband at £6,500 at a Knightsbridge hotel.
The median price across all confirmed bookings is £2,485, and London couples book around 5 months ahead, with May and June the busiest months, followed by September.
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From Mayfair hotel ballrooms to Hackney warehouse conversions, London has the widest range of wedding venues of any city we cover. 2,411 couples have enquired about live music for London weddings through FixTheMusic since 2024.
Our bands have performed at The Ned, Trinity Buoy Wharf, Clapton Country Club, The Old Royal Naval College, Claridge's and the Bulgari Hotel, among hundreds of others across the capital. Pricing varies more widely in London than anywhere else: a solo performer at a pub venue might cost £500, while a full showband at a Knightsbridge hotel can reach £15,000.
London's venue landscape splits roughly into three types. Central London hotels and livery halls (The Ned, Plaisterers' Hall, Inner Temple) suit full 5-7 piece party bands with their own PA. Converted industrial and warehouse spaces (Trinity Buoy Wharf, New Craven Hall, 100 Barrington) work well for DJ-and-live combinations and roaming bands. Historic and heritage venues (Old Royal Naval College, Fitzrovia Chapel, Wilton's Music Hall) often have sound limiters, so check with your venue before booking.
For a full ranked list of the capital's most-booked bands, see our best wedding bands in London guide.
How much does a wedding band cost in London?
Confirmed London bookings on FixTheMusic range from £120 to £15,000, with a median of £2,485. Solo performers and DJ combinations start at around £500, while 4-5 piece party bands typically sit between £1,500 and £3,000. Showbands and large lineups at premium venues can exceed £10,000.
How far in advance should we book a London wedding band?
The median lead time for London bookings on our platform is around 5 months. For a Saturday in peak season (May to September), we recommend enquiring at least 8 months ahead. London's most popular bands are often booked 12+ months in advance.
Which London venues work well with live bands?
Central London hotels like The Ned and NoMad London suit full function bands. Converted spaces like Trinity Buoy Wharf and New Craven Hall are ideal for DJ-and-sax combinations. Heritage venues like the Old Royal Naval College and Fitzrovia Chapel often have noise restrictions, so mention this when enquiring. The Trafalgar Tavern in Greenwich is our most-booked London pub venue, with 12 confirmed bookings.
Do London wedding bands charge travel within the city?
Most London-based bands include travel within the city in their quote. Bands travelling from outside London (Sheffield, Manchester, Brighton) may add travel costs, but this is usually included for bookings within the M25.
Can bands perform at venues with sound limiters?
Many central London venues, particularly heritage buildings and venues in residential areas, have sound limiters installed. Most bands on FixTheMusic are experienced at adapting their setup, including using electronic drum kits. Always mention any noise restrictions in your enquiry so bands can plan accordingly. See our guide to sound limiters for more.
Are DJ and live musician combinations available in London?
Yes, and they're one of the most popular formats in the capital. Acts like Fusion Girls (DJ, sax and drums) and Throwing Shapes (DJ and sax) have performed at venues across London, from Devonshire Terrace to The Hoxton. These hybrid acts work well at venues where a full band might be too loud or too large.
We also help couples find wedding singers in London and wedding DJs in London.
Watch Some of Our Most in-Demand London Wedding Bands Performing Live...
Reviews from local events in London
“Where to start… The Manhattans were absolutely incredible from start to finish, if you are in two minds about who to use for your wedding, this is your sign to go with these lads. From the first planning meeting with Sam, we were so impressed with his professionalism and attention to detail. This continued throughout the lead up to the wedding, with how proactive and responsive Sam was. Nothing was too much trouble and the band even learnt a song at the Emma’s request (and completely nailed it!). On the day, the band arrived and set up with the minimum of fuss and were ready to go in good time. When they did take the stage, they blew us and our guests away. There were a mix of songs we’d requested from their set list and a few others they threw in too. The vibe was perfect and they kept the dancefloor packed over two sets. Plenty of our guests have said they’re the best band they’ve ever seen at a wedding and we agree. I would not hesitate to recommend them to anyone. This was followed up with a DJ set to close the night out, which was again fantastic and kept everyone on the dancefloor til last orders. One of the things we wanted most for the day was great music and a big old party and The Manhattans brought that for us. Thank you so much, you were brilliant! Rick & Emma”
“Thank you for your outstanding performance at The Goring Hotel for the wedding of S & J 2026. As a luxury wedding planner, I have the pleasure of working with some exceptional suppliers, and The Wandering Three are right at the top of that list. On the day, they performed as a five-piece band, and the energy, musicianship and vocals were simply fantastic! Beyond the music, they were impeccably organised, warm, flexible and a genuine pleasure to work with. Their repertoire is incredibly varied, they keep the music flowing seamlessly throughout the day, happily accommodate guest requests wherever possible, and even took care of the announcements for us, which was hugely appreciated. Most importantly, they created an atmosphere that had everyone smiling, dancing and talking about the celebration long after it had finished. A truly first-class team, and one I would recommend without hesitation for any high-end wedding or event.”
“The absolute best band you could hope for on your wedding day- from the planning process through to the performance on the day, we were so pleased. All of our guests were in awe and it made our day so special to have such a great band! We had everyone on the dance floor celebrating with us thanks to their high quality performance and great set list.”
Booked The Old School 90s Band for a wedding at Trafalgar Tavern, London, UK
“Book Roaming Beats! They were absolutely amazing at our wedding and were so much fun. Every single song was perfect, they are all so talented and got every single person involved and dancing. I love that the band moves around and so it felt like the whole space was the party and because they didn’t amplify the sound for us, people could also still talk and hear each other. Roaming beats have been talked about non stop by our guests, they made a huge impact on our celebration and brought so much joy. THANK YOU!”
“We hired the Roaming Folks for our wedding reception. They were so much fun and all our guests loved them. They read the room so well. Would highly recommend for your wedding!”
“Words can't really describe how incredible you are. The energy you bring, the joy you bring, and the musicianship is off the charts! There is so much heart and soul in every song and you made us feel incredibly special. You brought an extra level of style and class to our wedding day. To anyone thinking of booking them. My advice is stop thinking and just book them. It'll be one of the best decisions you make in your wedding planning. (They're brilliant at communicating in the run up to the day too) Thank you, thank you, thank you! Carl & Sarah”
Booked The London Soul Band for a wedding at Davy's Wine Vaults, London, UK
“We hired Charisma for our wedding and they were amazing! They accommodated our requests for preferred songs from their set list and did an excellent job of adjusting their set to reflect the mood of the audience. We had a full dance floor and everyone really enjoyed and commented on how good they were. I would definitely recommend to friends and family. FixTheMusic as a service was also great, super easy to use and great communication!”
“Throwing shapes were great - we did not gave to give hardly any direction - they got the vibe instantly and threw a great party”
“Jupiter Funk was absolutely fabulous! We couldn’t have asked for a better wedding band. Despite the heatwave and unexpected change in set time, their performance was superb and our guests loved every single moment. If we did it all again, Jupiter Funk would still be our number one choice.”
Booked Jupiter Funk for a wedding at Old Royal Naval College, London, UK
“We just wanted to say the biggest thank you from the absolute bottom of our heart. You made our day so so special! It is not lost on us how many times we had to change it but you made it so perfect and so easy, it never became frustrating or a sad moment. You guys were incredible!! It was actually amazing! The set list was perfect and everyone loved it. I’ve lost count of how many people have text us saying that you are the best band they’ve ever heard and we can’t disagree! You made the wedding so special and unforgettable! Could not recommend you enough. Thank you so so much!”
“Katanya and the band were absolutely fantastic! The way they interacted with our guests, read the room with their set list and gave so much energy was amazing. We could not have been happier with how everything went. It was so easy to work with them and Katanya particularly made so much effort to ensure the show was excellent. Can’t recommend them enough! Thank you so much! Andy and Reah xx”
“We couldn’t have been happier with Throwing Shapes for our wedding party!! From the very beginning, the communication was excellent. Murphy directly liaised with our venue which also took the pressure off. On the day, they were absolutely fantastic. The DJ kept the dance floor packed with fun, feel-good music and loads of sing-along classics that everyone loved. The saxophonist was the highlight of the night. He got out onto the dance floor and was interacting with our guests which created such a fun atmosphere. We’d highly recommend Throwing Shapes. Thank you thank you thank you”