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Belver

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About Belver

Belver are a new folk and ceilidh band that are taking over festivals and events around the UK.
Folk band
Lewes
Public liability insurance of £10 million

Belver are the new three-piece venture for Harry Abel (vocals, fiddle, stomp box), Dom Doran (vocals, whistles, pipes, concertina) and Jack Hogsden (vocals, guitar, melodeons) that is taking over the south of England. In their first year they have already played headline events and festivals, sold out concerts and ceilidhs, and are on a quest to expand their territory. With each having a strong touring background in both the grassroots and professional circuits, not only do they perform as highly technical and proficient musicians, but they have fun. With their motto "There ain't no party like a Belver party", whether it's a gig, pub show, festival headline or ceilidh, you'll find yourself dancing the night away.

Belver's Reviews

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These guys were phenomenal! A combination of sensitive playing and all-out folk-rock - what's not to love! Get them booked before they start touring and playing larger festivals; you won't be disappointed.

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Becky

Saw them playing live for the first time and loved every second of it. So many instruments, so many sounds, and so much fun and energy. Will definitely be booking them again in the future. Thanks Belver!

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Belver's Song list

The Merry Golden Tree
My Brother, Sylvester
Thousands or More
Sovay
Carrion Crow
The Valiant
Leslie’s March
Rochdale Coconut Tune
Tip Top Polka
Orange in Bloom
Michael Turner’s Waltz
Idbury Hill
Go and Enlist
Isaac’s Cut
Morgan Rattler
The Sloe
Skirmish
La Fete du Village
Andro
Newcastle
Portsmouth
RSB
Jump at the Sun
Lemonville
Quarrymen
Pericondine
Going to Speke
Cuckoo's Nest (Longborough)
Gan Ainm

Belver's Prices

Last updated: 2025

Note: prices may vary based on travel distance. For an exact quote, click “Check availability”.

Standard Prices
DurationPrice
Up to 1 hour£1000
Up to 2 hours£1875
Up to 3 hours£2625

Add-ons

PA Provision
+£125
Customer questions

Do you have different line-up options?

Our acoustic and PA lineups are the same, which include 3x vocals, stomp, fiddle, melodeons, guitar, concertina, whistles, flute, and border pipes.

What if my timings change after I've booked you?

We always try our best to be flexible to help ensure your event runs as smoothly as possible. If timings change slightly in the run up to the event just let us know.

Can you provide an iPod/DJ service before and between your sets?

We absolutely can! We have our own curated playlists for every occasion, meaning that we can keep music going even when we take a break. If you would like an external DJ service via our PA after our performance, we charge an additional £150 for this.

How much time do you need to set up?

We like to set up 60-90 minutes before our performance time. Once our PA is in place, and soundcheck have been completed, we can play background music until we start!

Can you roam around while you perform?

We can't roam as such, but we do jump around!

Can I pick the songs you play from the set list?

Absolutely! We can also make some suggestions of extra material that hasn't made it onto our Encore setlist yet, bus has been tried on stages across the UK.

Is all of the equipment (e.g. PA & lighting) included in your quote?

Our PA is an add-on as we can also perform acoustically.

Can you learn song requests before the event?

Not really, unless we have some idea of what it is already. We are not a cover band, but if there are particular tunes you'd like, let us know and we'll tell you if this is feasible.
Musicianship
Genres:
Folk, Christmas, Ceilidh, Folk rock, Irish rock, Traditional English folk, Traditional Irish folk, Traditional Scottish folk, World music, French music, Polka, Reggae, Scottish music
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Event types:
Concert, Wedding, Bar / Club / Venue event, Private event, Corporate event, Burns night, Birthday party, Christmas party, New Year's Eve
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