Ceilidh Bands for hire in London

Hire a Ceilidh band in London for your event today. The best way to get everyone involved and on their feet, we have 134 fantastic groups available to hire in London right here. With varying line-ups and instruments, callers to instruct the dancing, and bands that will also play your favourite pop covers, why not book a Ceilidh band today.

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Hire The Sassenachs Ceilidh Band Ceilidh band with Encore
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£1312.50 - £2062.50
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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 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 Stroma Folk & Ceilidh Ceilidh band with Encore
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£800 - £1500
Ceilidh bandLondon

"Stroma kept everyone on their feet the entire night!" "Their use of modern sounds with the traditional instruments made our Ceilidh unique"

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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
Ceilidh bandLondon

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 Lochnagar Ceilidh band with Encore
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£1093.75 - £1456.25
Ceilidh bandLondon

Lochnagar is a popular and vibrant Scottish ceilidh band based in London and the South-East with an exciting traditional sound

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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
Ceilidh bandLondon

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 Coppermill Folk Ceilidh band with Encore
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£450 - £700
Ceilidh bandUxbridge

Young, exciting and versatile folk band for all occasions! Ceilidhs, Weddings and Private Functions, flexible to you and your budget.

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Hire MacDonald Ceilidh Caller/Band Ceilidh band with Encore
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£480 - £940
Ceilidh bandLondon

Actual Scottish caller, with group of top musos, providing choirs, solos, duos, trios and ceilidhs.

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Hire The Lemon Céilí Co. Ceilidh band with Encore
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£1300 - £1700
Ceilidh bandLondon

Energetic and lively céilí band for celebrations and gatherings

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Hire Scotch on the Rocks Ceilidh band with Encore
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£1100
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Scotch on the Rocks is a fun and professional London Ceilidh Band, available to hire for any event!

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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
Ceilidh bandLondon

Sandra & Paul, engaging and colourful instrumental duo, violin and guitar (no singing)

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Hire The Celtic Collective & Acoustica! Ceilidh band with Encore
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£800 - £1200
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The Celtic Collective & Acoustica are London's finest with years of experience playing Celtic music. Plus jazz, pop & country with Acoustica

Latest reviews of our Ceilidh Bands in London

The Lemon Céilí Co.
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"Thank you for making our evening wedding reception an absolute blast! The music led by Grace was superb, we loved having a female pipe player. Briony’s calling was brilliant, getting all involved with good humour and clear instruction. Our guests are still commenting on what an amazing evening they had with The Lemon Céilí Co. Thank you again for helping to make our special day so memorable and so much fun!"

Grant hired The Lemon Céilí Co. for a Wedding (available in London)

Verified Review, 27 October 2024
Stroma Folk & Ceilidh
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"Thoroughly enjoyed the performance by Stroma Folk & Ceilidh for my 40th birthday. They were flexible with timings and were able to set up for a garden Ceilidh with just electricity supply. The music was outstanding and even those who were not dancing really enjoyed the talented musicians. Excellent caller who kept us all going in vaguely the right directions and he was very responsive to the energy levels! We had a mix of abilities and ages, including young children and everyone had a fantastic time. They made a very special birthday celebration an exceptional experience and friends are still raving about it. Would highly recommend."

Sally hired Stroma Folk & Ceilidh for a Private event (available in London)

Verified Review, 28 September 2024
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 London)

Verified Review, 14 September 2024

FAQs about hiring Ceilidh Bands in London

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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 London

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

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

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

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