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Hire The AristoUkes Roaming band with Encore
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£1125 - £2100
Roaming bandAylesbury

Fun, unique and award-winning - get massive kudos for booking the band that roams the world, all with a twist of uke! Guests LOVE us!

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Hire The Mechanics Roaming band with Encore
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£1075 - £1875
Roaming bandAylesbury

We wander, we sing. We stroll, we strum. Your guests will love it!

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Hire Our Friends Electric 80s tribute band with Encore
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£1000 - £1500
80s tribute bandHitchin

Our Friends Electric are an alternative 80s functions band specialising in the classic early synth led music of that decade.

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Hire The Sherry Dolls 60s tribute band with Encore
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£1150 - £2000
60s tribute bandAylesbury

The Sherry Dolls are are tribute group to Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons.

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Hire Smash Hits of the 80s 80s tribute band with Encore
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£2200 - £3200
80s tribute bandTring

‘Smash Hits’ pack in as many hits from the 80s as possible into two hours of incredible musicianship and high energy performances.

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Hire Back 2 The 80S 80s tribute band with Encore
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£2250 - £3125
80s tribute bandSandy

From Duran To Spandau, Rick Astley to George Michael. It's Simply The Best time to go to Club Tropicana!

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Hire The Flying Ants Beatles tribute band with Encore
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£500 - £800
Beatles tribute bandBedford

Bedfordshire’s premier Beatles band

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Hire Petty Criminals 70s tribute band with Encore
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£1400 - £1600
70s tribute bandSt Albans

Petty Criminals are the UKs top Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers tribute band. Theatre-level touring tribute playing all the classics.

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Hire The American Classic Rock Show 70s tribute band with Encore
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£2500
70s tribute bandSt Albans

Tribute Show to the golden era of american rock music, Eagles, Fleetwood Mac, Springsteen, The Doors, Tina Turner, Tom Petty, Heart and more

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Hire Twist of Rock : Signature Party Band 70s tribute band with Encore
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£1950 - £3000
70s tribute bandNorthampton

A festival headline act with shows designed to keep everyone on their feet, singing & dancing.

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Hire Fan Club Party Band 80s tribute band with Encore
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£2000 - £4375
80s tribute bandMilton Keynes

This is the #1 party band in Herts/Beds/Bucks and has won multiple awards for their performances! Enquire now to secure this five star band!

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Hire The Starlight Sisters 50s tribute band with Encore
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£450 - £850
50s tribute bandNorthampton

We are 3 sisters who sing in a vintage vocal trio. We sing songs in 3 part harmony from the 40s, the 50s and the 60s.

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Hire Glyn Devey and The Station 80s tribute band with Encore
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£432 - £3750
80s tribute bandAylesbury

See you on the dancefloor!

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Hire Lady Spadey & The Noisy Boys Roaming band with Encore
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£3000 - £7500
Roaming bandNorthampton

JOOLS HOLLAND: "Fantastic voice...magical...makes me want to dance!!" Sara Spade's ukulele-led trio (or 6-piece) RETRO-POP / JAZZ / VINTAGE

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Hire Let’s Get it On - Motown Experience and Party Band  60s tribute band with Encore
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£1500 - £2062.50
60s tribute bandStevenage

‘Let’s Get It On - The Motown Experience’ are a professional party band specialising in Motown, Soul, Funk and classic disco hits.

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Hire Kyle Newman Singing waiter with Encore
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£250 - £495
Singing waiterMarket Harborough

Fun vocalist for weddings, parties or laid back Sunday Jazzy vibes; very at home belting out rock and pop party numbers. Also secret waiter

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Hire The DCTs Roaming band with Encore
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£1125 - £2125
Roaming bandAylesbury

We play some of the best music in the rock and indie world! Anywhere from Mumford to Killers to Oasis - you'll be dancing all night!

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Hire Souled Out Disco Party Band 70s tribute band with Encore
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£4375
70s tribute bandHertfordshire

Souled Out Disco Party Band are one of the UK's best function bands playing all over the world at all the best venues.

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Latest reviews of our Entertainers in Bedford

ABBA DIVAS UK
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"ABBA DIVAS were fantastic, everybody loved the performance and it really made the night!"

CARRIE hired ABBA DIVAS UK for a Corporate event (available in Bedford)

Verified Review, 11 October 2025
The AristoUkes
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"The Ukes of Hazzard put on the most fantastic performance at our wedding this summer. They were super flexible and worked with us to achieve our perfect plan, playing Brown Eyed Girl for me to walk down the aisle and then leading the whole congregation from the ceremony to the drinks party across the fields. Their music was perfect and everyone commented on how great they were, 100% would recommend to anyone - the perfect roaming band!! Thank you so much Ukes of Hazzard!"

Katherine hired The AristoUkes for a Wedding (available in Bedford)

Verified Review, 23 August 2025
The Sherry Dolls
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"I would recommend to anyone who loves the 60s music they are fantastic We will be booking the boys again thanks James and his lads"

John hired The Sherry Dolls for a Bar / Club / Venue event (available in Bedford)

Verified Review, 31 October 2024

FAQs about hiring Entertainers in Bedford

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How to entertain adults at a party?

Live music is the best choice for party entertainment as it’s vibrant and versatile. You can hire musicians to provide ambient background music which still allows your guests to mingle and then ramp up into a more engaging performance when you want your guests to let loose and dance. Live performances in general engage audiences in a way that recorded or pre-scripted entertainment cannot. The interaction between performers and the audience adds a dynamic and personal element to the event. Similarly, the excitement and energy generated by live musicians is unmatched by other entertainers.

How to book entertainment for an event?

Booking live entertainers has never been easier with Encore. Our website allows you to browse through thousands of musician profiles, watch videos of their performances, and read customer reviews to get a better sense of their stage presence and audience interaction. After narrowing down your options, simply submit an enquiry through our website and receive quotes in a matter of hours. If you prefer a more personalised approach, you can also contact one of our experts directly. Simply answer a few questions about your event and preferences, and our team will provide you with tailored recommendations to suit your needs and tastes. This way, you can be sure to find the perfect live entertainment for your event.

How much entertainment at corporate party?

The cost of corporate party entertainment varies widely depending, but below are some rough estimates for popular corporate entertainers based on a 2-hour performance. - Function band (4-piece) - £1,200 - Jazz band (4-piece) - £1,041 - DJ - £400 - Saxophonist - £300 Please bear in mind that these averages will vary depending on the experience and professional background of the entertainer, the location of your event and the time of year, with the festive season typically being the busiest and most expensive period.

How much do birthday party entertainers cost?

The cost of birthday party entertainers varies widely depending on the type of entertainer, time of year and location of your party but below is a rough guide of prices for popular birthday entertainers based on a 2-hour performance. - Party band (4-piece) - £1,100 - Soul & Motown band (4-piece) - £1,041 - DJ - £400 - Acoustic duos - £650

How do I find an entertainer near me?

We represent thousands of live performers throughout the UK at Encore Musicians. You can search for entertainers near you by entering your location and filtering by 'distance (closest)'. If you prefer, you can use our easy and quick enquiry form to receive personalised quotes from local musicians.

Do you tip birthday party entertainers?

You are not expected to tip a birthday entertainer, but it is considered a nice gesture. If you feel that the musician went above and beyond to make your birthday a success, you can tip them anywhere from £50 to £100. In cases where you're on a tight budget, you can tip them less. It's just the gesture that counts, and it's not required.

Hiring an Entertainer in Bedford

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Popular genres:
Pop, Classical, Jazz
Average response time:
7 hours
Busiest times:
June, July, August

How much does it cost to hire an Entertainer in Bedford?

The typical price for an Entertainer is:
£Budget£270
££Pro£390
£££High-end£510+

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