Wedding Bands in Solihull
Solihull may sit within the West Midlands, but its wedding venues have a character all their own. From the manicured grounds of Hampton Manor to the barn conversions of Hockley Heath, couples booking through FixTheMusic have placed 95 wedding enquiries across 38 venues in the area.
Prices range from £1,200 to £2,800 for most wedding bands in Solihull. The median confirmed booking price is £1,584.
The Score have played Copt Heath Golf Club in Knowle multiple times and quote from £1,464 for a full function band with DJ service. Wild Foxes were booked at Newlands Bishop Farm for £1,584 after the couple heard their samples online and loved the big sound from just three musicians.
Most Solihull weddings on our platform take place between June and September, with June the busiest month. The average lead time is around 200 days, so booking 6 to 7 months ahead is typical for a Saturday in peak season.
Popular Wedding Bands in the Solihull
How it works
How Much Does a Wedding Band Cost in Solihull?
Based on recent confirmed bookings at Solihull venues with pricing data, most couples pay between £1,200 and £2,800. The median is £1,584.
| Band | Price | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Misty Jazz Band | £1,190 | Hampton Manor |
| Aphrodite Strings | £1,200 | Hampton Manor |
| Glow Stix | £1,400 | Hogarths Hotel |
| Wild Foxes | £1,584 | Newlands Bishop Farm |
| PYT | £2,350 | Nuthurst Grange Hotel |
| Aptitude Club Live | £2,800 | Hampton Manor |
| ROAMEO | £3,999 | Hampton Manor |
| The Upshots | £11,040 | Hogarths Hotel |
The £11,040 booking for The Upshots at Hogarths Hotel was a large-scale luxury event and sits well above the typical range. For context, most Solihull couples book a 3- to 5-piece function band in the £1,200 to £2,500 bracket.
The Score, one of the most active local bands on the platform with over 200 bookings a year, have quoted £1,464 for a Saturday wedding at Copt Heath Golf Club in Knowle. Their package includes 2 hours of live music, a live DJ between sets, sound system, lighting and all travel costs.
For couples on a tighter budget, soloists and saxophonists are available from £350 to £600. Several saxophonists have quoted on Solihull enquiries, including EmSax (Birmingham-based, from £366) and Carl On Sax (from £350). These work well for drinks receptions and can be paired with a DJ for the evening.
What's included as standard: 2 hours of live performance (split into 2 x 60 or 3 x 40 minute sets), first dance song learned, PA system, lighting, travel within the local area and PLI/PAT-certified equipment. Most bands also offer a laptop DJ service between sets.
Where Solihull Couples Are Getting Married
Hampton Manor in Hampton in Arden dominates Solihull wedding enquiries on FixTheMusic, accounting for 28 of 95 total recent enquiries. The venue's Courtyard Room and lobby have hosted everything from 3-piece roaming sets to full function bands.
ROAMEO performed their 3-piece roaming set there for £3,999, with the band's frontman moving through the crowd during the drinks reception. Misty Jazz Band provided a jazz set for £1,190, and Aptitude Club Live brought their DJ-live hybrid format for £2,800.
Hogarths Hotel in Dorridge is the second most popular Solihull venue. Glow Stix, a DJ and sax duo, were booked there for £1,400, with the band setting up at 7pm for an 8pm start. The Upshots performed there at the premium end for a large-scale event.
Newlands Bishop Farm in Berry Hall Lane, a barn venue surrounded by countryside, has hosted recent wedding bookings including Wild Foxes at £1,584. The couple's review describes how the trio's drummer even joined the party from behind the kit.
Other venues with regular Solihull wedding enquiries include:
- The Olton Golf Club
- Lapworth Village Hall
- voco St. John's Solihull
- Nuthurst Grange Country House Hotel, Hockley Heath
Planning Entertainment for Hampton Manor in Solihull
Hampton Manor in Hampton in Arden accounts for nearly a third of all Solihull wedding enquiries on FixTheMusic. If you're getting married there, here's what the data tells us.
The venue has two main entertainment spaces. The lobby hosts drinks receptions and turnaround periods between ceremony and dinner. The Courtyard Room is the main event space for dinner and evening parties. Several couples have booked different formats for each room — a compact duo or roaming act for the lobby, then a full band in the Courtyard Room.
ROAMEO proposed a typical multi-room format: a 2-piece (frontman/vocals + drums/loops) in the lobby for the drinks reception at £950, followed by a 5-piece band (vocals, guitar, bass, drums, sax) in the Courtyard Room at £4,450, with a Pro DJ and live musician covering 4 hours for £1,690. Travel from London and accommodation added £615.
Confirmed bookings at Hampton Manor range from £1,190 (Misty Jazz Band, a jazz set) to £3,999 (ROAMEO, 3-piece roaming set with crowd interaction). The venue requires £1.5m public liability insurance from all suppliers, with the certificate provided 14 days before the wedding.
Performance times for Hampton Manor weddings on our platform range from early afternoon (2pm ceremony music through to 8pm) to full-day events starting at 6:30pm and running to 1am. Couples have booked everything from a roaming musician for a 30-minute ceremony appearance to full evening function bands with DJ service until midnight.
Solihull wedding bands performing live
Reviews from local events in Solihull
“Picking a band for band for wedding was a stressful experience but we really hit the jackpot with the Wild Foxes! When listening to samples online we just loved Alana's voice on the big sound the band produced for just being three members. If you're thinking about booking Wild Foxes my advice would be definitely do it! The band answered all of our questions, learned a song for our first dance, took requests for the DJing between songs and provided lighting to give the dance floor extra ambience. All of the communication with the band was simple and effortless. From the start to the end of their set the energy levels were incredibly high and they got the dance floor jumping and all of our guests singing along. At one point the drummer Max even joined in the party which was great! Thank you guys so much for the wonderful show you put on!!”
“The band were fantastic. Easy to work with in organising, and provided us with a great show on the night. They add creative flair to classics, our dancefloor was never empty! Thank you Aptitude live!”
“Alana & the boys played at our wedding at the weekend. They were absolutely amazing! We chose a less well-known song for the first dance and Alana smashed the vocals. The DJ in between was fantastic. Everyone got up and had an amazing time. Definitely recommend these guys & will be seeing them play locally this month. Thank you so much!”
“I hired Roameo for my wedding day and honestly - it was the best decision ever and money well spent! I went ahead with the 3-piece roaming set, led by Khaya and couldn't have asked for anything better. It's so hard to put into words how good these guys were. The talent on display was 10/10 but what really made them extra special was the roaming sets, the interactions with the crowd, getting the energy in the room to reach fever pitch and making sure our guests had the best time ever. AMAZING! Take my word for it...HIRE THESE GUYS!!!!”
“Thank you all for the amazing night you gave us last Saturday at Carly and Richard's wedding at Hampton Manor. You guys are amazing. So glad they booked you. Xx”
“The Manhattans were an absolute sensation at our wedding! They effortlessly had everything under control, from ensuring the dance floor was packed, to coordinating the perfect lighting colours for the cake cutting and first dance. Through the run up and on the day the band made us feel at ease with their clear plan and professionalism, plus they injected humour and fun into the mix, making every moment enjoyable. They trusted we knew our guests and combined that with their experience, even learning new songs to add some Disney Moana magic and ensuring our first dance was perfectly personal. Most importantly they are excellent musicians who delivered exceptional performances. There is nothing they could’ve done to make our experience better. What's the lesson? What is the takeaway? Book The Manhattans for your wedding day!”
FAQs: Wedding Bands in Solihull
How far ahead should we book a wedding band in Solihull?
The median lead time for Solihull weddings on FixTheMusic is around 200 days, so most couples book 6 to 7 months before their wedding date. June is the busiest month with 23 enquiries, followed by September (17) and August (12). For a Saturday in peak season, enquiring 8 to 10 months ahead gives you the widest choice of available bands.
What types of wedding bands are available in Solihull?
Across Solihull enquiries, the most commonly requested formats are pop and chart covers (15 mentions in requirements), acoustic acts (11), soul and funk (7), and indie (5). The Score cover rock, pop and indie from a 350-song list, while That Funky Brass Band bring a roaming brass format that works well for drinks receptions. For ceilidh enquiries, see our ceilidh bands in Birmingham page.
Can bands perform at outdoor venues like Newlands Bishop Farm?
Yes. Several Solihull venues have outdoor or marquee setups, and bands are experienced at adapting. It's worth confirming whether the venue provides shelter or cover for the band's equipment, especially for barn and farm venues where weather can be unpredictable. Mention this when you enquire and bands will advise on what they need.
Will a Solihull wedding band learn our first dance song?
Yes, learning your first dance is included as standard in most quotes. Wild Foxes learned a bespoke first dance for their booking at Newlands Bishop Farm, and the couple's review highlights it as a standout moment. Give the band your song choice as early as possible so they have time to arrange it.
Do bands include a DJ service?
Most Solihull quotes include a laptop DJ service that plays between the band's sets and after they finish. The Score include a live DJ performing sets before, between and after the live band sets as part of their £1,464 package. If you want a dedicated professional DJ who interacts with the crowd, that's usually an add-on.
How much does a wedding band cost in Solihull?
Based on confirmed bookings, prices range from £1,200 to £2,800 for most wedding bands, with a median of £1,584. Premium showbands can reach £4,000 or more for large events. Soloists and saxophonists are available from £350 to £600 for drinks receptions. See the pricing table above for specific examples at named venues.
Can bands perform across different rooms at Hampton Manor?
Yes, and many couples split their entertainment across the venue's two main spaces. The lobby is used for drinks receptions and turnaround time, while the Courtyard Room hosts dinner and the evening party. One couple booked a 2-piece soul duo for the lobby drinks reception, then moved to a 5-piece party band in the Courtyard Room for dinner and dancing. ROAMEO have played at Hampton Manor before and know both spaces well, offering a £950 lobby duo followed by a £4,450 5-piece band in the Courtyard Room.
We're planning an Indian or Punjabi wedding in Solihull. Can you help?
Yes. We've had enquiries for baraat bands (dhol and brass players) at the National Motorcycle Museum in Hampton in Arden, Bollywood violinists for drinks receptions at Solihull hotels, and instrumental Indian and Pakistani music for ceremony and reception. Submit an enquiry with your requirements and we'll match you with bands experienced in these formats.
Does Hampton Manor require public liability insurance?
Yes. Hampton Manor requires suppliers to have £1.5m public liability insurance, with the certificate provided to the venue 14 days before the wedding. All bands booked through FixTheMusic carry PLI as standard, but it's worth confirming with your band early in the process. Hogarths Hotel also asks for the band's contact details and PLI certificate in advance.
For weddings in the wider area, browse wedding bands in the West Midlands or see our guide to the best wedding bands in Birmingham.