French Groups for hire Near You
Latest reviews of our French Groups
"We gave such a short notice and Carolyn was really willing to help. We had a French inspired event and she was just perfect! Amazing repertoire, lovely voice and she brought with her a very professional accordionist! Our guests had an amazing time!"
Maddi hired The Sparrows of Paris for a Hotel / Restaurant event
FAQs about hiring French groups in the UK
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Can any french group play my favourite song?
Professional french groups will often take requests, but you will need to give them plenty of notice. Please also keep in mind that french groups may ask for an small additional fee to prepare songs that aren't already on their song list. You can view the french group's song list on their Encore profile.
How much time do french groups take to set up?
Your french group will usually arrive about an hour or so before their performance begins to set up and get settled before they start playing. To avoid any delays, make sure the performance space is ready for the french group prior to their arrival.
My venue has asked for the performer’s PLI & PAT inspection certificates. What are these?
PLI stands for Public Liability Insurance. This insurance covers damage to another person or their property (it is also known as third party insurance). As many of our french groups are members of the Musician's Union, they are already covered by PLI up to £10 million. PAT stands for portable appliance testing. Most of our french groups will already have a PAT inspection certificate for their musical equipment/PA system, which they can provide to your venue if they need it.
Hiring a French Group Near You
Useful information
French groups in the UK typically play Folk, Ceilidh, and most respond to enquiries within an hour. Demand peaks in June, July, August, so if your event falls in that window, it's worth getting in touch early to secure your preferred act.
How much does it cost to hire a French Group in the UK?
Prices for French groups vary depending on experience, set length, and the size of the act. As a guide, budget French groups typically charge around £220 per performer, mid-range acts around £330, and high-end French groups from £400 per performer upwards.
A guide to hiring French Groups
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This page was created by the Encore team using data from 180 bookings and 108 verified reviews across the UK.
Last updated: 16 May 2026
