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English folk bands and Scottish or Irish ceilidh bands can take you back to your roots or whisk you back to days gone by. Opt for traditional music, or that with a modern twist, either way there’ll be lots of instruments and lots of dancing! Hire a folk or ceilidh band for your event here.

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Millstone Band
Lancashire

Millstone Band

4.666665
4.7 2 reviews

We have over 30 years of experience in playing for dancing. We perform with the same enthusiasm for both experienced dancers and novices. If you have never done it before, don't worry. We will be...

The Lonely Mister Punch
Nottinghamshire

The Lonely Mister Punch

5
5 2 reviews

Steampunk Ceilidh band playing modern adaptations of traditional and original tunes. If you want something different then a ceilidh/barn dance is the perfect answer. The Lonley Mister Punch provide a...

Gallivanters Ceilidh Band
Perth and Kinross

Gallivanters Ceilidh Band

5
5 2 reviews

We are a fun and experienced ceilidh band from 3 to 5 piece for weddings, ceilidhs and parties. We call and show the dances, come Gallivanting with The Gallivanters. We also have our...

Dark Horse Ceilidh Band
North Yorkshire

Dark Horse Ceilidh Band

5
5 1 review

Whether you are having your first go or are an accomplished dancer, with the help of our caller you will soon be dancing like an expert. Forget any fears of making mistakes; the real aim is to have...

Quadrille Ceilidh Band
Lancashire

Quadrille Ceilidh Band

5
5 1 review

We play accordion, fiddle, guitar and whistles, and we have our own caller, who is experienced with all audiences. We play acoustically into mics so we produce a very genuine sound, which is lively...

EverReady Band
Lancashire

EverReady Band

4.333335
4.3 1 review

An ‘EverReadyCeilidh’ is cost effective, professional and will give your ‘do’ that bit extra. The smaller celebration/party is a speciality of ours too! We have ceilidh dances that everyone can...

Reelback Ceilidh and Covers Band
Falkirk

Reelback Ceilidh and Covers Band

5
5 1 review

ReelBack Ceilidh, Rock & Pop Covers Band " Reelback are unique, extra special and unforgettable" Five musicians with an enviable depth of talent and a vast wealth of experience in the...

Cartwheel Ceilidh Band
Wiltshire

Cartwheel Ceilidh Band

5
5 1 review

Cartwheel Ceilidh is one of the finest professional ceilidh/barn dance bands in the UK. We are an experienced band with regular private and corporate bookings across South and South West - Wiltshire...

Cornerstone Band
Lancashire

Cornerstone Band

5
5 1 review

This provides versatility to include a wide range of music in the programme if your occasion demands it. At our functions we often get asked to play jazz through the meal before going on to play a...

Dreamworks Discos
Falkirk

Dreamworks Discos

Are an executive mobile disco company based in Bo'ness near Edinburgh providing DJ Hire / MC Hire for prestigious corporate entertainment & intimate social gatherings.

The Noel Fraser Band
Greater Manchester

The Noel Fraser Band

We are a high quality wedding/function ban that plays everything from current chart hits by Bruno Mars, Aviici and Daft Punk to Bon Jovi, Journey, Guns n Roses, Lynrd Skynrd, The Killers, Kings of...

Hijacked Bus Ceilidh Band
Moray

Hijacked Bus Ceilidh Band

The Hijacked Bus ceilidh band are a group of young musicians which is fiddle led accompainied with acoustic guitar and drums.We are based in moray and we would be available for all entertainment...

Gypsy's Kiss
Bristol

Gypsy's Kiss

Gypsy's Kiss are a versatile band of musicians. They'll play Irish Music, Ceilidh, Scottish, Folk, Barn Dance. They'll play at Weddings, Parties, Pubs, Restaurants and even on boats. With Fiddle...

Eclectic Ceilidh Club
Glasgow City

Eclectic Ceilidh Club

Anne Morgan (fiddle & viola) plays in a number of classical ensembles as well as the Morgan Lee Band, a contemporary Celtic band. Barrie Wilson (keyboards) shares Anne's classical roots and has a...

D'Arcy Spice
Surrey

D'Arcy Spice

A barn dance or ceilidh is a fantastic way to ensure that your guests interact regardless of their age or capability - and if there are some who cannot partake then they too can find pleasure in...

The Barn & Line Dance Agency Ltd
Croydon

The Barn & Line Dance Agency Ltd

Over 400 bands to help you organise an inexpensive and fun barn dance themed perfect party. Whatever the reason and whatever the time, you can be sure that a barn dance party is the perfect answer...

Licence to Ceilidh
West Sussex

Licence to Ceilidh

Licence to Ceilidh are a young, energetic, professional ceilidh and covers band. Their unique combination of traditional tunes & ceilidh dances with a modern, funky rhythm appeals to everyone...

The Old School Band
Lancashire

The Old School Band

We specialise exclusively in playing for ceilidhs, hoedowns and barn dances. Based on a varied range of instruments - which includes melodeon, guitar, banjo, bouzouki, saxophone, tenor guitar, and...

Rogues Gallery
Surrey

Rogues Gallery

Rogues Gallery are the unique “not-so-traditional” barn dance band. Based in Surrey, we are available for barn dances and ceilidh's in Surrey, Hampshire, Sussex and Berkshire. Merging traditional...

Moves Afoot
East Sussex

Moves Afoot

We have been performing at barn dances in Sussex and the surrounding area for over 25 years. A barn dance (sometimes also known as a ceilidh or folk dance) will make any social gathering a truly...

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Ceilidh bands are a fantastic way to engage guests at your wedding or event. Think guitars, pipes, fiddles and accordions, there’ll be lots of jolly music and foot tapping that will bring everyone to the dance floor. Folk bands will come armed with acoustic guitars and poignant lyrics, perfect for wedding receptions and helping everyone feel a little sentimental. The UK has some wonderfully talented musicians, so create some special memories and lots of fun at your event by hiring a ceilidh or folk band. Simply browse musicians here and select the ones you’d like to receive a quote from.

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