Silchester Farm Live Music Guide

For us, Silchester is a venue that manages to balance the needs of its guests thoughtfully with the needs of the surrounding area. As their exclusive entertainment provider, we can help you choose the ideal lineup for your wedding. Here's everything you need to know.

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We’ve carefully curated every suitable act right here on this page

Silchester is a wonderful 400-year-old Hampshire wedding venue. We know it better than anyone and our deep understanding of the venue and surrounding area means that we understand what works brilliantly. So for example, while amplified music is not permitted in outdoor spaces, we can recommend a host of roaming bands and acoustic acts that create the ideal atmosphere for your ceremony and reception.

In fact, you don’t need to look any further to plan the entertainment for your whole Silchester Farm wedding day. From string quartets to epic party bands and DJs who know how to fill a dance floor, simply scroll down and start choosing the music that best reflects you.

Logistics and setting up: What you need to know

First things first, let’s talk about the finer details. One of the main questions that we get asked is about the logistics of getting your band in, set up, and ready to go. Most bands will require between 60 and 90 minutes to get set up and ready from the point at which they have unobstructed access to the performance space in front of the beautiful picture window.

There is always a natural lull after dinner where guests are happy mingling, taking in the stunning surroundings, and in the summer this is the perfect time to get some sunset shots in the gorgeous grounds of the farm. This can be the perfect time for the band to load in, set up and sound check. Before you know it and are back from your pictures, the band is ready to go for your cake-cutting and first dance.

The Guitar Duo at Silchester Farm Megan Donati Photgraphy

If you are more pushed for time or condensing your day with a later ceremony, you may wish to consider an early arrival of the band so they are set and ready before you even enter The Cowshed. This means that the band is set and ready to perform from the very moment you want them in the evening without the need for any turnaround. Depending on the band and your timings, there may be an additional fee for an earlier arrival, but that little extra can make the difference to your evening.

With both options, it is always best to talk it through with our team. Once you’ve had a look at this page and shortlisted your ideal acts, why not get in touch with us and we can always help guide you through the day.

What if the band I want isn’t on this page?

All of the bands on this page have been specially selected for their suitability. Silchester Farm is a blissfully rural location and as such, it takes into account the surrounding area. This means that there are very well thought out and specific guidelines on what music can be played where throughout the venue. For example, non-amplified music outdoors and smaller bands for indoor performances. But this doesn’t mean that you need to compromise on your big day! We have a huge range of bands who are ideal for this venue listed below.

Ceremony and Drinks Reception

Within the enchanting venue, Silchester Farm offers three exquisite ceremony spaces: The Threshing Barn, The Pontoon, and The Dutch Barn. Each space exudes elegance, providing the perfect backdrop for your wedding ceremony and drinks reception.

While amplified music that requires speaker systems is not permitted for outdoor performances, we’ve got you covered. Gecko proudly presents a diverse selection of talented performers, ranging from guitarists and string quartets to mesmerizing roaming bands. Regardless of your preference, these exceptional musicians are well-suited for the Silchester experience, ensuring a seamless and extraordinary musical ambiance. Please note that some of the acoustic acts below do use amplification for their performances, and are unable to perform over at the Pontoon area at Silchester.

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The Guitar Duo at Silchester Farm

Acoustic Performers for Ceremonies and Drinks Receptions at Silchester Farm

Fortée String Quartet

Operatic Singing Waiters

From £1420

Our Silchester Farm Roaming bands

Horizon Festival Band

From £2595

Evening Celebration and Party

Silchester Farm is a truly unique and striking venue making it a great place to try something different. Compact acts that are capable of making a big impact work brilliantly here and are proving incredibly popular on the wedding entertainment scene. An act such as a DJ with percussion or a singer can deliver a bespoke set that gets the party jumping, and, with some DJs offering audience participation, your guests will be talking about them for months to come.

Silent discos are also a fantastic way to get your guests on the floor dancing and generally having a blast. Because you can easily between three channels, there’s something for every taste — and there’s nothing more amusing for people mingling and chatting on the sideline than a bunch of people dancing and singing to silence!

Take a look at some of our incredibly talented, percussion-based acts below and add those that you like to your Gecko list to submit a request for availability for your big day!

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Silchester Wedding DJ Packages

Our classic wedding DJ package comes with everything you could need for an awesome evening of music. Party lighting, an experienced and non-cheesy DJ, a library of over 100,000 tracks, and knowledge of how to get the most from your evening wedding party.

Silchester Wedding DJ Package

Silchester Live Party Bands

The Cowshed at Silchester Farm boasts a top-notch built-in sound system that excels at distributing music throughout the barn. With careful configuration, the sound can be enhanced at the end where the band and dance floor reside, while maintaining a softer ambiance near the bar area. This ensures a balanced audio experience, allowing everyone to enjoy the music at just the right volume.

To optimise the live music experience at Silchester, we recommend smaller bands that strike the perfect balance and complement the venue’s acoustics. There is a maximum limit of five performers for bands, with the flexibility to include one talented horn player, be it a saxophone or trumpet. This restriction ensures that you can choose from a brilliant selection of bands in our roster without compromising on the quality or excitement of your evening party.