Ceilidh Bands for hire in Nuneaton

Hire a Ceilidh band in Nuneaton for your wedding, Burns night or event today. We have 159 fantastic traditional Scottish and Irish bands available to hire in Nuneaton 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 159 best local Ceilidh bands in Nuneaton 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 Burdock Ceilidh Band Ceilidh band with Encore
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Ceilidh bandBirmingham

Award winning ceilidh band - played 500+ venues from Grand Halls to front lounges Inclusive, gender-free, amazing fun, great memories/photos

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Hire Schuggies Ceilidhs - Live Band Ceilidh band with Encore
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£1808.75
Ceilidh bandDerby

Authentic Multi-Award-Winning Scottish Style Ceilidhs with a contemporary twist. Based in the East Midlands and covers UK-wide.

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Hire Galopede! Ceilidh Band Ceilidh band with Encore
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£1100 - £1500
Ceilidh bandKenilworth

An exciting and upbeat ceilidh band comprised of professional folk musicians, serving the Midlands, and beyond!

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Hire The Ceilidh Band Ceilidh band with Encore
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£1200 - £1456.25
Ceilidh bandBirmingham

We are a five piece ceilidh band who play lively traditional tunes for all festive occasions. We work with our caller, Jono, for most gigs.

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Hire The Danger! Ceilidh Band Ceilidh band with Encore
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£800 - £1750
Ceilidh bandCoventry

Danger of having a LOT of fun, with premium experienced professional ceilidh musicians

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Hire Trad Folk Experience Ceilidh band with Encore
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From£320
Ceilidh bandRoyal Leamington Spa

A duo of Irish musicians. With over 40 years of experience between them. They can entertain any crowd with ballads, tunes and the craic.

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Hire Seaforth Highlanders Leicester  Ceilidh band with Encore
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£312.50 - £937.50
Ceilidh bandLeicester

The Seaforth Highlanders military pipes and drums band presenting in full highland kilts and playing a range of tunes to suit your event

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Hire Behan's Footsteps Ceilidh band with Encore
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Ceilidh bandBirmingham

Irish Folk Duo of Brothers, Accordion, Violin, Guitar and Vocals.

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Hire Hoedown / Barn Dance Band Ceilidh band with Encore
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£1500 - £1900
Ceilidh bandRugby

How much fun can you have with your boots on? Check us out for a full country hoedown / barn dance experience.

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Hire Patchwork Ceilidh band with Encore
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£960 - £1800
Ceilidh bandBirmingham

Jazz-Folk fusion band playing the best of English, Scottish and Irish folk and jazz. Perfect for adding a unique sound to any event!

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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 The Jacobites Ceilidh band with Encore
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£1175 - £1825
Ceilidh bandEdinburgh

The Jacobites are an exceptional ceilidh band based in Edinburgh that offer professional ceilidhs for weddings, festivals and events.

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Hire Norloch Ceilidh & Covers Band Ceilidh band with Encore
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£500 - £1220
Ceilidh bandLoanhead

We are a lively experienced band who can provide a full evening of ceilidh dances combined with cover songs through the decades,50s-90s etc

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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 Bon:Stovi Ceilidh Band Ceilidh band with Encore
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£1375
Ceilidh bandEdinburgh

Some of Scotland's most talented musicians performing with a power, energy and spirit that will leave your guests happily exhausted!

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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 Drop Spindle Ceilidh Band Ceilidh band with Encore
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£500 - £1250
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 Nuneaton

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"The Ceilidh Band were excellent"

Helen hired The Ceilidh Band for a Wedding (available in Nuneaton)

Verified Review, 12 October 2024
Burdock Ceilidh Band
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"thank you so much for making my party wonderful we were all novices at the beginning of night and experts at the end so so pleased we choose you for my party"

Carol hired Burdock Ceilidh Band for a Private event (available in Nuneaton)

Verified Review, 28 September 2024
The Danger! Ceilidh Band
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"The Danger! Ceilidh band were absolutely brilliant for our party. I cant recommend them highly enough. Adam was very communicative in the build up and helped us with a few extra sound-related things on the night. They kept everyone entertained throughout the evening and were very professional. They brought a lot of energy. Thank you very much, it was a night we won't forget!"

Oliver hired The Danger! Ceilidh Band for a Wedding (available in Nuneaton)

Verified Review, 14 September 2024

FAQs about hiring Ceilidh Bands in Nuneaton

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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 Nuneaton

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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 Nuneaton?

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

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