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Band Tours to the United Kingdom

With a surge of interest in the UK’s diverse and varied regions, many of our bands are choosing to explore destinations a little closer to home. With such wide-ranging options, from the great cities of London, Edinburgh or Cardiff to the tranquil Lake District or Derbyshire Dales, we feel confident that there’s a destination to appeal to all tastes. Perfect for short tours over a weekend or for tours with a budget in mind, why not take the chance to explore the UK a little more? From the historic walls of Caernarvon Castle to the imposing tolling of Big Ben, from the charm of Derbyshire’s former mill towns to the beaches and cliffs of Cornwall’s dramatic coastline, there’s impressive variety in the UK’s enchanting cities and countryside.

All of our tours are bespoke, therefore the itineraries below is simply an example; the duration, concert venues, leisure excursions and accommodation centre used will be selected to match the requirements of your group. Please contact us to discuss your bespoke itinerary.

One of the world’s great cities, London’s almost limitless variety and vibrant cultural scene make it a perfect opportunity for a concert tour. Your feet won’t touch the ground during your stay as you choose from such a vast array of options – catch a show in the West End, visit one of the many Royal Palaces, shop for souvenirs in Harrods, see the city in an open-top bus or take an eerily atmospheric ghost walk by night!

Where to Play

  • Bandstands in St James' & Hyde Park
  • The Scoop by Tower Bridge
  • Victoria Embankment Gardens

What to Do

  • Tate Modern
  • The London Eye
  • Thames Journey

Boasting historic architecture, world-class galleries and museums, some of the best shopping in the UK and fantastic food and drink, Edinburgh is perfect for your band tour. With ghost walks, whiskey tasting and the Royal Yacht Britannia to explore, there’s no time for boredom in this vibrant city.

Where to Play

  • St Andrews Square Gardens
  • Princes Street Gardens
  • Edinburgh Castle

What to Do

  • Ghost Walks
  • The Royal Yacht Britannia
  • Whisky Tasting

England’s southwest is enjoying a surge in popularity and is perfectly suited for tours during the summer. Explore craggy coastlines, beautiful countryside and leave the hustle and bustle behind for a relaxing tour for the band. With an enviable reputation for hospitality, great food and drink and a host of exciting things to do, Devon and Cornwall are two fantastic areas to explore with the band.

Where to Play

  • Dartmouth Bandstand
  • The Lawn Bandstand, Dawlish
  • Princess Pavilion Bandstand, Falmouth
  • Victoria Gardens Bandstand, Truro

What to Do

  • The Eden Project
  • The Woolly Monkey Sanctuary
  • Minack Theatre
  • Tate St Ives

This bustling Welsh capital offers all the entertainment your band could need whilst on tour. With activities such as the Doctor Who Exhibition, St Fagan’s National History Museum, visits to the local beaches and the Millennium Stadium, there is truly something for everyone. Theatres, art galleries and museums spread across the capital making it a great cultural destination for all.

Where to Play

  • Wales Millennium Centre
  • Belle Vue Park in Newport and Victoria Park Bandstand

Grand stately homes, intriguing caverns, charming market towns and picturesque villages draw visitors from all over the world to the Peak District and Derbyshire Dales. With a proud industrial heritage in the form of Denby pottery and Bakewell puddings to be proud of, this area is highly recommended for your band. Whether in landscaped gardens or market squares, locals and tourists will all welcome you to some of the most attractive areas of the Derbyshire Dales.

Where to Play

  • Bandstands in Matlock, Bakewell, Buxton Pavilion Gardens and Matlock Bath
  • Indoor & outdoor concerts at the National Memorial Arboetum, near Burton upon Trent
  • Nottingham Castle

What to Do

  • Haddon Hall
  • Chatsworth
  • Denby Pottery

We work closely with our suppliers throughout the UK to be able to offer you a range of recommended accommodation options for your band.

We are happy to discuss suitable options with you once we know more about your destination, group size and general requirements.

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Prices from £249*

Price Based On...

  • 4 day 3 night tour
  • Bed and breakfast accommodation at the 3 star Jury’s Inn Derby
  • Coach travel with trailer for instruments
  • 2-3 concerts
  • Concert publicity
  • Services of a courier throughout
  • Full itinerary planning service
  • 45 paying passengers travelling in August 2014

Get in Touch for Your Bespoke Quotation

We will work with you to create a completely tailor made itinerary. Departure dates, travel, duration, excursions and concerts will be planned to meet the individual requirements of your group.

*Priced at January 2013 and dependant on exchange rates at time of booking.