Do you perform weddings within a 3-hour drive of Weston-super-Mare?

Yes! Missing Cat Trio regularly performs at weddings within a 3-hour radius of Weston-super-Mare, including Somerset, Dorset, Devon, Wiltshire, and Gloucestershire.

Can you travel to venues outside the South West?

Absolutely. Even if your wedding venue is outside our usual 3-hour coverage, we travel across the UK to perform at weddings.

Do you provide first dance and evening entertainment?

Yes. We provide both first dance performances and high-energy evening sets to make your wedding day unforgettable.

How far in advance should we book Missing Cat Trio?

We recommend booking 6–12 months in advance to secure your preferred wedding date with Missing Cat Trio, a premium Somerset wedding band.

Do you provide all equipment for the live band and DJ?

Yes, Missing Cat Trio provides full sound, lighting, and instruments for a professional live wedding performance across Somerset, Bristol, Bath, Dorset, and the South West UK.

Can Chloe Hawkins or Tim Watson be added to any package?

Absolutely! Our packages are flexible and can be customised to include Chloe Hawkins’ vocals or Tim Watson’s live saxophone performances for your wedding.

Do you perform for destination weddings in the South West UK?

Yes, Missing Cat Trio performs at destination weddings across Somerset, Dorset, Bristol, Bath, the Cotswolds, and the wider South West UK.

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