Looking for a Fox and Goose Chesterfield wedding band that can deliver a proper, energetic live set inside a historic setting? Punch The Air are a three-piece indie rock covers band who play weddings and functions at venues right across Derbyshire and beyond, including The Fox & Goose Inn on Pudding Pie Hill near Chesterfield. Formed in 2013 and fronted by singer and bass player Andy Starkey, the band build every set from guitar-driven indie and rock favourites designed to get a wedding reception moving from the first chord. Contact band leader Andy to check on fee and availability.
A Fox and Goose Chesterfield Wedding Band Built On Guitars And Energy
Punch The Air have spent well over a decade playing weddings, so the band know exactly how to read a room and keep guests on their feet. As a three-piece, the line-up is deliberately lean, guitar, bass and drums, which means the band can turn a big, full sound without needing a huge stage footprint. That matters at a venue like The Fox & Goose, where the performance space is more compact than a purpose-built function hall.
Electronic Drums For A Snug Performance Space
The Fox & Goose Inn is a wonderful setting for a wedding, but the area set aside for live music is a small, box-shaped spot of roughly three metres by three metres. Because of this, an electronic drum kit is essential for any band performing there. Punch The Air carry an electronic kit specifically for venues with tighter performance areas such as this one, and for venues that run sound limiters, so the band can adapt without losing any of the drive and impact of a full live sound. It’s worth noting that The Fox & Goose doesn’t currently operate a sound limiter, but the compact stage area alone makes the electronic kit the sensible choice here.
Guitar, bass and electronic drums, arranged to suit the room without ever sounding thin or watered down.
Songs Guests Actually Want To Hear as a Fox And Goose Chesterfield Wedding Band
The repertoire spans indie and rock favourites from bands including The Killers, Kings Of Leon, Arctic Monkeys, Oasis and Kaiser Chiefs, alongside classic wedding-friendly tracks by The Beatles and Bryan Adams. It’s this mix of guitar-band energy and familiar sing-along moments that makes Punch The Air a popular choice as an indie rock wedding band for couples who want something with a bit more edge than a standard function band.
The Venue: The Fox & Goose Inn, Pudding Pie Hill
The Fox & Goose Inn sits on Pudding Pie Hill on the edge of the Peak District, on the old road between Chesterfield and Sheffield. The building has stood since the 14th century, originally granted to the Monks of Beauchief Abbey, and today it operates as a registered civil wedding venue with rooms including the Abbey Suite, the Orangery and the Priory Room, along with outdoor space for ceremonies and photographs. The full address is:
The Fox & Goose Inn, Pudding Pie Hill, Chesterfield S42 7JJ, UK
Nearby Towns And Counties
Chesterfield itself is only a short drive from the venue, and couples marrying at The Fox & Goose often have guests travelling in from Sheffield and the wider South Yorkshire area, as well as from towns across Derbyshire. Punch The Air already play regularly across Derbyshire, including further west near Buxton, and cover weddings north into Yorkshire too, so a wedding reception at a Peak District venue like this one is well within the band’s usual reach from their base in Staffordshire.
Enquire About A Fox and Goose Chesterfield Wedding Band
If you’re planning a wedding party at The Fox & Goose and want a live band that will suit both the room and the occasion, get in touch with Andy directly to talk through the day, the set-up and availability.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Punch The Air use an electronic drum kit at The Fox & Goose?
Yes. Given the compact three metre by three metre performance area at the venue, the band always set up with an electronic drum kit here to keep the sound properly controlled without losing energy.
Where is The Fox & Goose Inn?
The venue is located at Pudding Pie Hill, Chesterfield S42 7JJ, on the edge of the Peak District between Chesterfield and Sheffield.
How do I check pricing and availability?
Reach out to band leader Andy with your wedding date and he’ll confirm cost and availability.