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Wandering Three
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Wandering Three
Acoustic Roaming Band
£1,500 - £4,000
London
48 reviews
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Roaming Beats
Roaming Beats
Acoustic Roaming Band
£4,000 - £6,000
London
31 reviews
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The London Roaming Band
The London Roaming Band
Acoustic Roaming Band
£1,500 - £2,500
London
14 reviews
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Roaming Vibes
Roaming Vibes
Roaming Wedding Band
£4,000 (avg. price)
London, UK
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Roaming All Stars
Roaming All Stars
Wedding Band & Party Band
£3,000 - £4,000
London, UK
10 reviews
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The Roaming Folks
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The Roaming Folks
Folk Style Pop Covers Band
£1,000 - £1,500
London
23 reviews
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The Ferrymen
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The Ferrymen
Acoustic Roaming Band
£1,935 (avg. price)
London
26 reviews
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The Moon Walkers
The Moon Walkers
Acoustic Roaming Band
£1,500 - £2,500
Manchester, UK & Malaga, Spain
14 reviews
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Cocktail Roamers
Cocktail Roamers
Roaming Band
£2,043 (avg. price)
London, UK
5 reviews
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Remix Roaming
Remix Roaming
Roaming Band
£1,000 - £1,500
Oxford & London
1 review
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Starboard
Starboard
Acoustic Party Band
£1,602 (avg. price)
London, UK
15 reviews
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The Royal Roamers
The Royal Roamers
Roaming Band
£2,000 - £4,000
Bournemouth, UK
2 reviews
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Men Of The Road
Men Of The Road
Roaming Acoustic Band
£1,500 - £2,000
London
5 reviews
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The Walkmen
The Walkmen
Roaming Acoustic Band
£2,526 (avg. price)
Manchester, UK
3 reviews
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Maltby & Co.
Maltby & Co.
Roaming Wedding Band
£4,000 - £6,000
London, UK
1 review
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Copper Pines
Copper Pines
Folk & Roaming Band
£1,400 - £2,500
London, UK
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The Manhattan Roamers
The Manhattan Roamers
Acoustic Roaming Band
£2,017 (avg. price)
London
25 reviews
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The Free Roamers
The Free Roamers
Roaming Acoustic Band
£1,500 - £2,000
Norwich, Norfolk
6 reviews
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Sonorous
Sonorous
Roaming Band
£1,323 (avg. price)
London, UK
2 reviews
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Roaming Stars
Roaming Stars
Roaming Acoustic Band
£2,167 (avg. price)
London
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More Information About Strolling Bands

So how does it work?

Acoustic strolling bands

We feature the best acoustic strolling bands. This option is very popular for smaller weddings or where your wedding venue has a strict sound limiter. A strolling wedding band will often perform a wide mix of pop covers – from the 60s to today's current hits, often with a slightly folk edge to the repertoire.

If you fancy transforming your birthday party, wedding reception or corporate event to a modern mediaeval banquet, then make an enquiry on FixTheMusic where we’ll be promoting a variety of strolling groups over the next few months.

The bands tend to stroll in between and mingle with guests whilst playing their music and singing.

Most of the acoustic bands consist of a singer or two (usually male vocals, but often female too), acoustic guitar, cajon or other percussion and double bass. Occasionally the bands might also add a saxophone to the line-up.

Strolling brass bands

Another popular option is to book a strolling brass band – these modern brass groups are inspired by the roving New Orleans-style band but updated with a modern and often unusual twist. The bands usually feature trumpets, trombones and sousaphones, and occasionally a singer or even rapper to perform alongside them. These acoustic brass groups tend to be much louder than the acoustic guitar-based strolling bands, so are perfect for large public events (such as charity parades or marches).

Busking-style bands

Lastly, the bands are often described as a busking-style band. Indeed, part of the tradition of the strolling acoustic band does stem from busking musicians – traditionally, musicians performing live on the street would be acoustic of course as they would have no access to power or amplification.

Reviews from local events in the UK

These guys were fantastic at our wedding. They did a couple of sets, 1 during the reception out in the sun playing some ska and reggae and then another set roaming around the tables. They were so good and really set the mood. Could not recommend highly enough!

William Goodhew · 6 Jul 2026
Booked Roaming Beats for a wedding in Hartington, Buxton, UK
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We had the London Roaming Band play at our wedding this past weekend, and they were absolutely fantastic! They created the most incredible atmosphere from start to finish, and the energy they brought was spectacular. The band were so approachable, friendly, and accommodating. They went out of their way to make sure the timing of their performances worked perfectly around our day, which made everything feel seamless. They had everyone on the dance floor for hours, and our guests haven't stopped talking about them. We received so many compliments about how amazing they were, and they truly made our wedding even more memorable. Even the staff said that they were the best band they have ever heard. I wouldn't hesitate to book them again in a heartbeat. They were worth every penny, and I couldn't recommend them highly enough!

Lee · 7 Jul 2026
Booked The London Roaming Band for a wedding at Primrose Hill Farm, Banbury, UK
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Thank you for your outstanding performance at The Goring hotel for the wedding of S & J in June 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.

Wedding James · 5 Jul 2026
Booked Wandering Three for a wedding at The Goring Hotel, London, UK
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5 stars are not enough! A very fun band of excellent quality with a brilliant repertoire. But, the most important thing they bring is an intensely personalised attention to detail. Nothing was too much trouble in the planning. Every effort was made to understand the event and what was important to us as the clients. There was zero sense of bashing out a standardised set list. In fact, new music was even learned to make this event as special as possible. Timings were immaculate and The Roaming Folks went out of their way to work with the other staff at the event. Not to mention, it was intensely hot and they did not wilt, or even hint at any difficulties. HIGHLY RECOMMEND.

Penny · 4 Jul 2026
Booked The Roaming Folks for a birthday party at Estorick Collection of Modern Italian Art, London, UK
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What can I say? This is my second time hiring The Ferrymen, this time for a corporate event and they were superb again! The loveliest group, incredibly talented and just the perfect add to any event. Cannot recommend them enough

Bex · 12 Jun 2026
Booked The Ferrymen for a corporate event at Down Hall Hotel, Spa, Estate, Bishop's Stortford, UK
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The Ferryman are amazing!! Zack and the rest of the band got the party started at our wedding and kept an amazing positive vibe throughout! On an extremely hot day the band had amazing energy, they were able to play music outside our town hall and then played throughout the journey to the reception on a vintage double decker bus, very impressive! They got such an amazing vibe going and all our guests absolutely loved them. Throughout the day the band were just incredible and Zack was really friendly and responsive when booking the band as well. Could not recommend them higher!!

Alisha · 24 Jun 2026
Booked The Ferrymen for a wedding in Shoreditch, London, UK
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We hired The Moonwalkers for our wedding, they did 3 x 1 hour sets followed by a DJ set until the end. They’re a lovely bunch of very talented lads, all our guests loved them and they really set the tone and mood for the whole day! I only wished we paid for another set in the evening as our guests we were really loving the vibe towards the end! Would not hesitate to hire them again!! Thank you so much for completing our wedding day.

Chelsea Read · 11 Jun 2026
Booked The Moon Walkers for a wedding at The Reid Rooms, Dunmow
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The guys were fantastic. I found it impossible to find a great band, that also could do Irish folk music with a fiddle. They were just what we'd hoped for energetic, great voices and unbelievable musicians. They really made our wedding. I highly recommend.

Alec Burns · 20 May 2026
Booked Wandering Three for a wedding at The Welsh Church of Central London, London, UK
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We had the absolute pleasure of having The Roaming Folks perform acoustic folk music at our wedding reception, and we couldn't be more thrilled with their incredible performance. From the moment they started playing, they were outstanding. Their seamless blend of classic favourites and unique style created a fun atmosphere that our guests are still raving about, making their performance one of the day's highlights. Thank you, The Roaming Folks, for making our special day unforgettable. We wholeheartedly recommend them to anyone looking for quirky and fabulous performers.

Mehru Fatima · 4 Jun 2026
Booked The Roaming Folks for a wedding at Voewood, Holt, UK
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I have to say that The London Roaming Band were absolutely fantastic. Everyone commented on how good they were. They were not only perfect for the occasion, had exactly the right volume (not too loud or soft) but they were also lovely people whom our guests enjoyed chatting with.

Gina Leong · 27 May 2026
Booked The London Roaming Band for a garden party in London
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Out of this world! The Ferrymen played at our wedding and they definitely got the party started with everyone singing and dancing! We couldn't have asked for a better bunch of people to have for our daytime entertainment. The songs were varied to suit all of our guests and the planning and run up to the event ran really smoothly - thank you so much!!

Beth Goddard · 8 May 2026
Booked The Ferrymen for a wedding at Dunwood Hall Estate, Stoke-On-Trent, UK
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Absolutely brilliant. Really elevated the whole event. They were totally self sufficient, incredibly easy to deal with, very helpful and charming and of course very talented. Couldn’t recommend more!

Gemma · 4 May 2026
Booked Sonorous for a drinks reception in Holland Park, London, UK
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View Some of Our UK Strolling Bands Performing Live...

Wandering Three - Live Promo 2026
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Wandering Three
Wandering Three - Live Promo 2026
Wandering Three
Roaming Beats - Promo Video 2026
2:41
Roaming Beats
Roaming Beats - Promo Video 2026
Roaming Beats
The London Roaming Band - Promo Video 2026
1:43
The London Roaming Band
The London Roaming Band - Promo Video 2026
The London Roaming Band
The Ferrymen - Live Showreel 2026
4:43
The Ferrymen
The Ferrymen - Live Showreel 2026
The Ferrymen
The Manhattan Roamers - Live Showreel 2026
4:52
The Manhattan Roamers
The Manhattan Roamers - Live Showreel 2026
The Manhattan Roamers
The Free Roamers - Live Showreel 2026
2:31
The Free Roamers
The Free Roamers - Live Showreel 2026
The Free Roamers
Roaming About - Promo Video 2025
4:45
Roaming About
Roaming About - Promo Video 2025
Roaming About

Should I Hire Strolling Band for My Event?

Yes! Strolling bands are one of the best forms of modern entertainment on the musical scene at the moment. They are highly interactive and perfect for engaging with audience members and guests. They only take a couple of minutes to get set up, they make very little noise when sound-checking, and once they start playing and singing, your guests will be tapping their feet and up dancing!

Why Hire a Strolling Band?

Strolling bands are a brilliant choice, especially for afternoon entertainment at your wedding. They epitomise summer and are perfect for strolling through your guests at drinks receptions, as they stroll and wander through the crowd.

Some Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Hiring a Roaming Band for Your Wedding or Event...

Roaming bands are a brilliant choice, especially for afternoon entertainment at your wedding. They epitomise summer and are perfect for wandering through your guests at drinks receptions.

Below are some frequently asked questions (FAQs) about hiring a roaming band, which we hope will act as a definitive guide for booking a wandering band for weddings and events.

What is a roaming band?

A roaming band is a group of musicians who perform without cables and wires, allowing them to roam or wander freely, rather than remaining in a more static position like regular amplified bands. The vast majority of roaming bands perform as acoustic bands, i.e. without any amplification. It is this absence of a PA system and audio cables that means the roaming bands can stroll around the venue. Roaming bands require almost no time to set up or sound check, and can simply un-pack their instruments and start performing.

Can roaming bands perform outside?

Yes! This is what they do best. If the weather is good, our roaming bands will be more than happy to play outside. Bear in mind, if the sun is too strong or if it starts to rain, the band may request to be under cover. Their instruments (especially older violins) are very susceptible to changes in the weather and can be damaged otherwise. Our roaming bands are the perfect accompaniment to outdoor parties and wedding receptions.

Can the roaming bands take requests on the day?

Yes! Our roaming bands are perfect for interacting with guests at your wedding and they will be more than happy to take requests from revellers on the day. They might not know every song thrown at them but will do their best to play as many as possible.

How long do the roaming bands perform for?

They normally perform 2 x 45 minute sets with a short break in between. As the bands generally don't use any amplification for assistance, it can be incredibly tiring for the singers if they were to perform for much longer.

How long does it take for a roaming band to set up and sound check?

Most roaming or strolling bands will arrive around an hour or so before they are scheduled to perform at your wedding or event. One of the great things about wandering bands is that they need very little time to set up – essentially they just need to unpack their instruments and then they're pretty much ready to go! And without any PA system, cables or wires to worry about, they also don't need to do any sound check. So no need to worry about the band disturbing your guests while they get ready!

What are the advantages of hiring a roaming band?

Roaming bands are one of the most exciting forms of modern entertainment on the musical scene at the moment. They are highly interactive and perfect for engaging with audience members and guests. Our roaming and wandering bands are particularly popular at corporate events and product launches in the UK. They stand out from the usual function band and immediately draw attention from guests. Wandering Three recently performed at Tobacco Dock in London to over 3,500 guests at a tech conference as the "roaming entertainment" or "walkabout entertainment". The hosts loved them and they received multiple enquiries for weddings and other private events following this event. They also recently strolled up and down Regent Street, London as part of the roving entertainment for their 200th anniversary celebrations in December, performing for the public in various shops and on the street.

How much does a roaming band or wandering band cost to hire?

This is a very popular question. The answer will depend on a few factors – such as how far they have to travel from their location to get to your venue, how long you want the musicians to perform for, and how many musicians and singers are in the roaming band. The prices usually start at around £1,800 (€2,100) for a 3-piece acoustic roving band. The most prestigious of the roving bands charge much more than this (from around £5,000 in the UK or €10,000 or more if you're hiring a roaming band from the south of France), and also if you book an amplified roaming band, then this will also be more expensive as the band will need to cover the equipment costs and the extra set-up and soundcheck time required. Each roaming band will provide you with a bespoke quote for your wedding or event when you enquire on FixTheMusic.

How long will it take to receive a quote from your roaming bands?

Most of our roaming bands are quick to respond to enquiries. The average response time is around 3 or 4 hours. Some bands can send you their quote more quickly than this, but it can take a few hours to check availability with each of the band members.

Can the roaming bands provide my venue with PLI and PAT certificates?

Most UK wedding venues request bands to provide Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) and Public Liability Insurance (PLI) certificates. All of the roaming bands recommended on FixTheMusic hold PLI, usually as part of their membership of a musicians union or other organisation. As the roaming bands tend to perform acoustically and without a PA system or other electronic equipment, a PAT certificate usually isn't required, but feel free to discuss this with your band in advance.

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