Ceilidh Bands for hire in Cambridge

Hire a Ceilidh band in Cambridge for your wedding, Burns night or event today. We have 135 fantastic traditional Scottish and Irish bands available to hire in Cambridge to make sure everybody gets on their feet! With varying line-ups and instruments, fantastic callers to instruct the dance moves, and bands that will also play your favourite pop covers, there's no better time to book a Ceilidh band. Hire a Ceilidh band in the UK for your wedding, Burns night or event today. Pronounced 'kay-lee', these bands will perform upbeat traditional Scottish tunes while calling out the dance moves out to keep your guests on their feet! Ready to book? Simply browse our collection of our 135 best local Ceilidh bands in Cambridge available for hire today. Our groups have callers to instruct the dancing and many bands will also play your favourite pop covers. There's no better time to book your Ceilidh band!

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Hire Little Oak Ceilidh Band Ceilidh band with Encore
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£550 - £825
Ceilidh bandCambridgeshire

Little Oak is a small but lively folk line-up for your event or ceilidh.

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Hire Frog on a Bike Ceilidh Band Ceilidh band with Encore
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£1500 - £1695
Ceilidh bandCambridgeshire

East Anglia based, dance floor-packing professional ceilidh band, established for over 30 years!

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Hire KJ Folk & Friends Ceilidhs Ceilidh band with Encore
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£570 - £1500
Ceilidh bandPeterborough

Cutting-edge ceilidhs! Hours of foot-stomping fun 🎶🪗🎶 We are the #1 fastest growing ceilidh band for East Anglia and the Midlands areas.

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Hire Fi Fie Folk Ceilidh band with Encore
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From£1120
Ceilidh bandCambridge

Fi Fie Folk plays folk music from across the world. We play ceilidhs (including calling), parties, bar mitzvahs and more across the UK.

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Hire Passerida Ceilidh band with Encore
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Ceilidh bandEly

A ceilidh trio, with caller, for Cambridgeshire. Perfect for the more personal and bijou event.

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Hire White Bryony Ceilidh band with Encore
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£500 - £750
Ceilidh bandPeterborough

A funky folky duo from the Fens and East Midlands. "You're completely unconventional but it really works!" Folk duo and ceilidh band.

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Hire Inis Éire Ceilidh band with Encore
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£250 - £750
Ceilidh bandBedford

Versatile trio of Bedford Irish musicians providing high quality classical, folk, pop & ceilidh performances to suit any ceremony or party!

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Hire The Navvies Ceilidh band with Encore
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£625 - £812.50
Ceilidh bandBury Saint Edmunds

A ceilidh / barn dance band available for weddings, parties, community get-togethers, fundraisers - any occasion in East Anglia!

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Hire Brandon Village Ceilidh Band Ceilidh band with Encore
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£950 - £1550
Ceilidh bandBrandon

Great fun ceilidh band with years of experience playing ceilidhs and on the folk music circuit. The 'caller' will get everyone up dancing.

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Hire Inside the Box  Ceilidh band with Encore
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£625 - £1250
Ceilidh bandBrandon

One of the very best Ceilidh duos in east anglia, foot stomping riotous fun!

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Hire Elie Rees and James Delarre Ceilidh band with Encore
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£500 - £700
Ceilidh bandBrandon

Established artists on the folk and singer songwriter scenes Elie and James play tunes, sing songs and play the odd barn dance.

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Hire Wayland Smithy Ceilidh band with Encore
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£375 - £750
Ceilidh bandBedfordshire, UK

Wayland Smithy are a band ideally suited to festivals with their brand of Alternative Electric Folk music. Guaranteed to get toes tapping.

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Hire Ceilidh With Us Ceilidh band with Encore
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£1200 - £2200
Ceilidh bandLuton

We're bringing Ceilidh back and we're up for the craic! Come all ye lasses & rogues, strap in your brogues and step out for the Ceilidh 🕺🎻

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Hire Triple Scotch Ceilidh Band Ceilidh band with Encore
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£1300 - £1500
Ceilidh bandManchester

Make your event an outstanding, unforgettable experience with the UK's finest professional Scottish ceilidh band for hire.

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Hire Cat’s Claw Ceilidh Band Ceilidh band with Encore
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From£695
Ceilidh bandChepstow

Cat’s Claw are arguably South Wales’ hardest-working ceilidh band. If you want a foot-stomping, roof-raising good time, look no further!

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Hire The Sassenachs Ceilidh Band Ceilidh band with Encore
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£1312.50 - £2062.50
Ceilidh bandLondon

London-based, ceilidh band! Hire us for your wedding, party, corporate or charity event. We play and teach all the classic ceilidh dances!

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Hire Buchanan Ceilidh Band (BCB) Ceilidh band with Encore
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£625 - £1075
Ceilidh bandBrighton

The Buchanan Ceilidh Band comprises highly experienced musicians who are spontaneous and quirky when playing for ceilidhs/barn dances!

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Hire Drop Spindle Ceilidh Band Ceilidh band with Encore
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£375 - £1125
Ceilidh bandNewcastle upon Tyne

An energetic Scottish 3-piece Ceilidh band with a fresh twist, based in Newcastle. Genderless calling & LGBT+ inclusive.

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Latest reviews of our Ceilidh Bands in Cambridge

KJ Folk & Friends Ceilidhs
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"Really lovely band, played at my 21st birthday, friendly and brought good vibes + great music. I booked a bit last minute but they replied so quickly and fitted me in. Would def recomend."

Petra hired KJ Folk & Friends Ceilidhs for a Birthday party (available in Cambridge)

Verified Review, 26 October 2024
KJ Folk & Friends Ceilidhs
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"Huge Thanks Very Much Enjoyed By All Especially The Priest !"

Pat hired KJ Folk & Friends Ceilidhs for a Private event (available in Cambridge)

Verified Review, 11 October 2024
Brandon Village Ceilidh Band
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"Excellent! Highly recommend. We had a fantastic party thanks to the band."

Alison hired Brandon Village Ceilidh Band for a Private event (available in Cambridge)

Verified Review, 6 July 2024

FAQs about hiring Ceilidh Bands in Cambridge

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What is a ceilidh band?

A ceilidh band (pronounced ‘kay-lee’) is a group of musicians that specialise in traditional folk music for ceilidh dances (usually jigs). Ceilidh bands will usually have fiddle players, accordionists, bagpipers playing and a “caller” leading the dances.

What do people do at a ceilidh?

Ceilidhs comes from the Gaelic word for ‘party’ and typically feature a ceilidh band with a caller who will lead the guests in traditional folk Scottish (or Irish) dances. Ceilidh’s are a great way to entertain your guests because they offer an interactive experience where the guests are part of the performances and the dances are simple enough for all ages and abilities, meaning everyone can get involved.

How long do ceilidh dances last?

A traditional Ceilidh dance can last anywhere from 2 to 3 hours, usually broken down with 3-4 dances and then a break. Our Ceilidh bands, however, are flexible and can play for as short or as long as you need.

What instruments are used in a ceilidh band?

Ceilidh bands commonly feature traditional folk instruments. Some common instruments you will find in a Ceilidh band include the fiddle, the accordion, bagpipes, the flute and a banjo. Each Ceilidh band’s lineup will feature different musicians and some bands will feature drums or percussion instruments, such as bodhrán (traditional Irish drum), or guitars. It’s also good to properly check their lineups before booking but if you’re unsure, speak to one of our experts who can give you tailored advice on what would work well for your venue.

Are ceilidh bands only for weddings?

Although wedding ceilidh bands are particularly popular, ceilidh bands are not limited to weddings. Ceilidhs are also popular for birthday parties, anniversaries, and other celebrations, as a fun form of interactive, unique entertainment. Ceilidhs bands are also very popular for corporate events as the dances are a great way to break the ice and get people talking. Overall, ceilidh bands bring people together, making any event memorable with their spirited tunes and engaging dances. You can speak to one of Encore's experts today to find the perfect ceilidh band near you.

Why should I choose a ceilidh band for my corporate event?

Although wedding ceilidh bands are particularly popular, ceilidh bands are not limited to weddings. Ceilidhs are also popular for birthday parties, anniversaries, and other celebrations, as a fun form of interactive, unique entertainment. Ceilidhs bands are also very popular for corporate events as the dances are a great way to break the ice and get people talking. Overall, ceilidh bands bring people together, making any event memorable with their spirited tunes and engaging dances. You can speak to one of Encore's experts today to find the perfect ceilidh band near you.

Hiring a Ceilidh Band in Cambridge

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Popular genres:
Ceilidh, Folk, Pop
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Busiest times:
June, August, September

How much does it cost to hire a Ceilidh Band in Cambridge?

The typical price per group member for Ceilidh Bands is:
£Budget£220
££Pro£330
£££High-end£400+

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