8 of the Best Bands in Oxfordshire to Book for Your Wedding

Hud­dle

Hud­dle are a bril­liant high-ener­gy wed­ding band with charis­ma to match. With a setlist span­ning soul­ful Motown clas­sics, indie bangers, and today’s chart-top­ping pop hits, they know exact­ly how to keep your dance floor full from the first song to the last.

One of the things that makes Hud­dle per­fect for wed­dings is their flex­i­bil­i­ty. They’ll hap­pi­ly learn and per­form your first dance live, take requests to per­son­alise your big day, and bring along every­thing need­ed for a seam­less night, includ­ing a pro­fes­sion­al PA sys­tem and daz­zling par­ty lighting.

From inti­mate Oxford­shire barn wed­dings to large-scale hotel recep­tions, Hud­dle bring fun, pro­fes­sion­al­ism, and a par­ty atmos­phere that gets every guest on their feet. If you’re look­ing for a wed­ding band that feels like the life of the par­ty, Hud­dle are the ones to book.

AKA

If you’re cel­e­brat­ing in a rus­tic Oxford­shire barn or an ele­gant mar­quee, AKA bring ener­gy, style, and a per­fect­ly tai­lored playlist to match your big day.

What makes AKA so pop­u­lar with wed­ding cou­ples is their flex­i­bil­i­ty. The band offers three bril­liant pack­ages designed to suit every type of cel­e­bra­tion. The Crys­tal Clear pack­age gives you the icon­ic 4‑piece band per­fect for cou­ples who want a clas­sic wed­ding par­ty atmos­phere. The Sun­set Soirée pack­age steps things up a lev­el, adding a sax­o­phone and pro­fes­sion­al DJ ser­vice to keep the par­ty flow­ing late into the night. For cou­ples look­ing to go all out, the Anthemic Par­ty pack­age upgrades the band to ANTHEM, one of the UK’s most impres­sive show­bands, cre­at­ing a spec­tac­u­lar expe­ri­ence for you and your guests.

Their setlist blends the very best of clas­sic par­ty anthems with con­tem­po­rary hits. From soul­ful bal­lads for your first dance to high-ener­gy tracks that get every guest on their feet, AKA know exact­ly how to shape the sound­track of your wed­ding day.

Cov­er Up

Cov­er Up are a feel-good 5‑piece wed­ding par­ty band who know exact­ly how to keep your dance floor full from the first song to the last. Their setlist is a vibrant mix of rock anthems, 80s bal­lads, R&B throw­backs, and cur­rent chart top­pers per­fect for bring­ing togeth­er guests of all ages.

If you want a par­ty that feels like a fes­ti­val, a night of guilty-plea­sure sin­ga­longs, or just wall-to-wall floor-fillers, Cov­er Up cre­ates an atmos­phere your guests won’t for­get. With infec­tious ener­gy and an instinct for read­ing the room, they’re one of Oxfordshire’s go-to choic­es for cou­ples who want their recep­tion to be remem­bered for years to come.

High­way Soul

High­way Soul’s reper­toire is per­fect for wed­dings, blend­ing time­less Motown clas­sics, funky grooves, and mod­ern chart-top­pers to cre­ate a setlist that appeals to guests of all ages. If you want to kick off your evening recep­tion with a bang or keep the par­ty flow­ing until the very last track, High­way Soul deliv­ers a per­for­mance that feels both glam­orous and electric.

With years of wed­ding and event expe­ri­ence, the band also knows how to adapt to your day, tai­lor­ing their sets to fit the atmos­phere you want. If you’re look­ing for a band that com­bines pro­fes­sion­al­ism with an unfor­get­table live show, High­way Soul are a per­fect fit for Oxford­shire wed­dings in 2025 and beyond.

Oxford­shire Wed­ding Band FAQ

How much does a wed­ding band cost in Oxfordshire?

On aver­age, a 4‑piece Oxford­shire wed­ding band costs around £2,500 – £2,800 in 2025. Larg­er bands with brass sec­tions and addi­tion­al singers will be more, while small­er line­ups may be less.

Will the band play our first dance?

Yes, all of our bands can learn and per­form your first dance live. Some songs work bet­ter than oth­ers with a live band, but our team can advise you.

Do we need to pro­vide a stage?

Not always. A flat and sta­ble sur­face is usu­al­ly fine, though a stage can help cre­ate more impact.

When should we book?

As ear­ly as pos­si­ble! Fri­days and Sat­ur­days book up quick­ly, some­times 12 – 24 months in advance. If you’re plan­ning a week­day wed­ding, you may have more flexibility.

Can we see the band live before booking?

Because most wed­dings and events are pri­vate, it’s not always pos­si­ble. How­ev­er, if the band has any upcom­ing pub­lic per­for­mances, we’ll let you know so you can see them in action.

What do the bands need from us on the day?

Each band will need a safe per­for­mance space, access to pow­er, and a meal with soft drinks for the musi­cians. This ensures they can give their very best per­for­mance on your big day.