How can I book Hammonds Band for an event?

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To book Hammonds Band, contact the band manager through the contact page on hammondsband.org.uk. The band offers two performance formats, so your booking enquiry should state which one suits your event: the full band with percussion, or an 8 to 10 piece group for smaller venues.

What the band offers for bookings

Hammonds Band describes itself as one of the country's premier brass bands and has performed in venues throughout the UK, Europe and across the world. It was founded in 1855 as the Saltaire Band by Sir Titus Salt, and later had a long association with Hammonds Sauce Works. The band now performs under the direction of Morgan Griffiths.

For bookings, the website sets out two options:

Option Best suited to
Full band with percussion Larger venues and events that can accommodate a full brass band setup
8 to 10 piece group Smaller venues where a full band would not fit

How to make a booking enquiry

  1. Go to the Hammonds Band website at hammondsband.org.uk.
  2. Open the contact page.
  3. Contact the band manager with your event details.
  4. Specify whether you want the full band with percussion or the smaller 8 to 10 piece group.

The website directs booking enquiries to the band manager via the contact page rather than providing an online booking form or published pricing. That means the practical next step is to send your event information and let the band confirm availability and terms directly.

What to include in your enquiry

Because the site does not publish a booking form with fixed fields, include the details the band would need to match you with the right ensemble:

  • The type of event and the date
  • The venue and its approximate capacity or stage space
  • Whether you need the full band with percussion or the smaller group
  • Any timing requirements, such as performance length or arrival time
  • A contact name and preferred way to reply

Common points to check before you commit

  • Ensemble size: If your venue is small, the 8 to 10 piece group is the format the band itself flags for smaller venues. Confirm the space available before requesting the full band.
  • Percussion: The full band option includes percussion, which affects both space and setup needs.
  • Availability: The site does not show a live availability calendar, so dates must be confirmed with the band manager.
  • Cost and terms: The website does not publish pricing or booking conditions. Ask the band manager directly rather than assuming a rate or a free performance.

Where to hear the band first

If you are deciding whether to book, the website's "Where to hear us" section lists upcoming performances, and there is also a "Our Latest Album" section. Checking a live date or a recording can help you judge whether the band's style fits your event before you enquire.