Ceilidh Bands for hire in Kensington and Chelsea

Hire a Ceilidh band in Kensington and Chelsea for your wedding, Burns night or event today. We have 31 fantastic traditional Scottish and Irish bands available to hire in Kensington and Chelsea 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 31 best local Ceilidh bands in Kensington and Chelsea 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 Wraggle Taggle Ceilidh band with Encore
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An award-winning Ceilidh Band of fun traditional musicians with a Caller available to perform at your wedding or any other event.

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Hire Cumberland Ceilidh Band Ceilidh band with Encore
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£750 - £800
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A contemporary and memorable ceilidh band providing a wide variety of traditional and alternative tunes tailored to suit your event.

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Hire The Big Cool Celts: Scottish Ceilidh, Reeling & Covers Party Band Ceilidh band with Encore
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£1065 - £2840
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With unrivalled service and quality, they have built a reputation as one of the best Celtic party bands in the UK

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Hire Miles Ceilidh band Ceilidh band with Encore
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From£700
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Miles Ceilidh band has emerged as one of the most exciting, versatile bands on the London Ceilidh Dance Music Scene over the last 8 years.

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Hire Silver Street Ceilidh Band Ceilidh band with Encore
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£1000 - £1375
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Irresistibly danceable music

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Hire Ceilidh Tree Ceilidh band with Encore
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£550 - £1295
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Ceilidh Tree are one of the UK's most exciting ceilidh bands! Foot stomping fiddles, accordion and experienced caller to show the moves.

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Hire Panic at the Ceilidh Ceilidh band with Encore
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£900 - £2000
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One of London's most exciting, innovative new ceilidh bands. Guaranteed to provide a fun night for all to enjoy!

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Hire MacDonald Ceilidh Caller/Band Ceilidh band with Encore
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£480 - £940
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Actual Scottish caller, with group of top musos, providing choirs, solos, duos, trios and ceilidhs.

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Hire Banish Misfortune Ceilidh band with Encore
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From the heart of North London: Celtic melodies, Irish charm, and ceilidh rhythms. Dive into a world where tradition meets celebration.

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Hire Juniper Ceilidh Band Ceilidh band with Encore
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£600 - £1800
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Celtic ceilidh band bringing a modern flair to traditional Irish, Scottish and English tunes. You're guranteed to be dancing the night away!

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Hire Sandra & Paul Ceilidh band with Encore
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£500 - £1400
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Sandra & Paul, engaging and colourful instrumental duo, violin and guitar (no singing)

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Hire Sound With Us Ceilidh band with Encore
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£3000 - £5500
Ceilidh bandLondon

The only band offering 3-4 roaming instruments on the dance floor. Your guests become part of the show, on a night they will never forget.

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Hire Shipwright - Folk Duo Ceilidh band with Encore
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£575 - £1225
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Shipwright are a lively London based folk duo available for Ceilidhs and other events.

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Hire Corwin & Grace Ceilidh band with Encore
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£312.50 - £1250
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Internationally touring duo with multiple lineups: Pop Hits and Classics or Celtic Music, perfect for weddings, parties, functions, & pubs

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Hire Bonnie Blue Ceilidh band with Encore
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£500 - £1500
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You can count on four professional musicians to make your event a success! Performing folk/trad music in pubs and venues around London.

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Hire MK Entertainment Ceilidh band with Encore
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£1125 - £1875
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Top Live Music and DJ with Diverse Options and some of the Hottest Artists in London

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Hire Wild Mountain Dew Ceilidh band with Encore
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£700 - £3750
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Wild Mountain Dew is a professional Irish band playing the best of Irish, Country, Celtic,Folk Rock.

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Hire The Dun Reels Ceilidh band with Encore
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£1340 - £2165
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The essential Celtic party band! The best for Reeling, Ceilidh & Pop/Rock Covers.

Latest reviews of our Ceilidh Bands in Kensington and Chelsea

Cumberland Ceilidh Band
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"Fantastic caller. Great music. Fantastic to work with."

Heidi hired Cumberland Ceilidh Band for a Bar / Club / Venue event (available in Kensington and Chelsea)

Verified Review, 14 September 2024
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"The band were fantastic and efficient at setup, played our first dance music through their system and then were amazing throughout the evening providing a variety of dances suited to everyone's ability. A number of our guests commented how fun and professional the dance was for everyone. "

Sky hired Cumberland Ceilidh Band for a Wedding (available in Kensington and Chelsea)

Verified Review, 7 September 2024
Wraggle Taggle
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"Incredible musicians, lovely friend people and really got the crowd going. Thank you so much!"

Emma hired Wraggle Taggle for a Wedding (available in Kensington and Chelsea)

Verified Review, 11 August 2024

FAQs about hiring Ceilidh Bands in Kensington And Chelsea

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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 Kensington And Chelsea

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Ceilidh, Folk, Pop
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How much does it cost to hire a Ceilidh Band in Kensington and Chelsea?

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

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