Formed in the early 1980s as a poll-tax protest band, The Ambling Band from Bristol UK now play at parties, festivals, weddings, special events. We often play on the streets just for the fun of it and we still enjoy a good protest now and then.
See us live!
Friday 7 August 2026
Bristol International Balloon Fiesta
Ashton Court, North Somerset
7:30 pm
On Friday 07 August we will be playing for the crowds at the amazing Bristol International Balloon Fiesta. Watch the mass ascent at 6pm and then stay around for some fun with us at approx 7.30pm.
Love for The Ambling Band
★★★★★
Like a Boys Brigade band on acid!
A local newspaper
★★★★★
Highly visual.
Glastonbury Festival
★★★★★
Our festival highlight, especially in the woods at night!
Shambala Festival attendees
★★★★★★
Can we borrow some tea and sugar please.
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