Ceilidh Bands for hire in Portsmouth

Hire a Ceilidh band in Portsmouth for your party or event today. We have 89 fantastic groups available to hire in Portsmouth 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.

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6 bands in or around Portsmouth

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Out Of Hand

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Ceilidh bandWinchester(20 mi)

A young, vibrant and exciting folk-rock ceilidh band, playing trad and new tunes. Full PA and we would love to play at your event!

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4 reviews

From£680

Monkey See Monkey Do

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Ceilidh bandSouthampton(15 mi)

Folk and Ceilidh band available for Weddings and Functions

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Threepenny Bit

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Ceilidh bandSouthampton(15 mi)

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A3 Ceilidh Band

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Ceilidh bandPetersfield(16 mi)

The cutting edge of the UK's ceilidh scene.

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The Flying Dishrags

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Ceilidh bandSouthampton(15 mi)

Lively new Hampshire based ceilidh band, playing innovative arrangements of English and Scottish folk music for a unique ceilidh experience.

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12 reviews

From£800

Rufus Return

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Ceilidh bandSouthampton(19 mi)

Rufus Return are a Ceilidh/Barn Dance Band on the 'rock ceilidh' side of the spectrum. Line up of Guitar, Drums, Violin, Accordion & caller.

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Ceilidh With Us

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Ceilidh bandLondon(64 mi)

Upbeat & Classy 2-6pc band, playing Ceilidh Classics, alongside Folk, Rock & Pop, Acoustic or with Bass & Drums, With or Without a Caller 👍

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11 reviews

From£1000

The Frank Reid Scottish Dance Band

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Ceilidh bandHook(34 mi)

The Frank Reid Scottish Ceilidh Band are the top traditional Scottish Ceilidh band outside of Scotland.

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7 reviews

From£1095

Triple Scotch Ceilidh Band

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Ceilidh bandStockport(187 mi)

The UK's finest professional Scottish ceilidh band for hire: let us turn your special event into an outstanding, unforgettable experience.

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8 reviews

From£695

Cat’s Claw Ceilidh Band

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Ceilidh bandChepstow(95 mi)

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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8 reviews

From£950

Sussex Contraband

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Ceilidh bandSeaford(53 mi)

A Sussex-based 4-7 piece lively acoustic roots/folk band based in Sussex, playing festivals, ceilidhs, weddings and parties.

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8 reviews

From£450

Crannog

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Ceilidh bandLlanidloes(155 mi)

Stunningly good music and Calling from this 3 piece band .... Crannog Ceilidh Band

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Stumpy Oak Ceilidh Band

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Ceilidh bandCambridge(110 mi)

Stumpy Oak present a rhythmic, frenetic performance of tunes from across the British Isles.

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6 reviews

From£580

Cumberland Ceilidh Band

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Ceilidh bandLondon(61 mi)

A contemporary and memorable ceilidh band providing a wide variety of traditional and alternative tunes tailored to suit your event.

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40 reviews

From£860

Aluinn Ceilidh Band

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Ceilidh bandLeeds(211 mi)

Top-class Ceilidh / Barndance band based in Northern England. Aluinn play an exciting mix of Scottish, Irish, English and American jigs

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Fulwood Folkers

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Ceilidh bandSheffield(178 mi)

Sheffield-based Ceilidh band with a difference: mash-ups of contemporary hits alongside traditional Ceilidh tunes! Search 'Fulwood Folkers'

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From£725

Lochnagar

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Ceilidh bandLondon(68 mi)

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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Panic at the Ceilidh

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Ceilidh bandLondon(64 mi)

One of London's most exciting, innovative new ceilidh bands. Guaranteed to provide a fun night for all to enjoy!

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What kind of ceilidh bands are there?

There are basically two types of ceilidh band: traditional instrumental bands, and ceilidh cover bands. A traditional ceilidh band will perform Scottish folk tunes without a singer. Importantly, a traditional band will include a caller: they'll announce the dances, shout instructions to beginners, and get everyone involved in the revelry! In contrast, a ceilidh cover band will mix the folk tunes with modern pop covers. They'll have a singer, and provide a wide range of music for all to enjoy: young and old.

Which parts of an event or wedding will the ceilidh band play at?

In the spirit of leaving the best until last, the ceilidh band will usually wrap up celebrations, providing an exciting musical finale for your special day. The band caller will ensure you and your guests know the moves for each dance, giving everyone the opportunity to get involved. Plus, if you haven't had the chance to say hello to everyone during the course of the day, you might just find yourself dancing with them before it's over! Ceilidh dances can be pretty tiring, so having it at the end of the day is a smart choice - your guests will certainly thank you for it!

Will I need to provide the ceilidh band with any equipment?

Professional ceilidh bands come fully kitted-out with all the equipment needed to get the dancing underway, including amplification and a mixing desk. If your wedding venue is regularly used for live music, they will likely have a dedicated in-house PA sound system - in this case, the band may not need to bring their own amplification.

How much space will I need for ceilidh dancing?

The more space, the better! Ceilidh dancing takes up a lot more room on the dance floor than your typical disco. Other than that: make sure table are removed (encourages dancing!), seats are available to the side, and there are no obstacles near the dance floor. Broken bones ain't craic.

Do traditional ceilidh bands take requests?

Not usually. Unless you have a specific Scottish or Irish tune in mind, the band will normally play a pre-planned set, designed to perfection and gleaned from years of experience. If you have a special song in mind, make sure you tell the band well in advance. It might just get added to their repertoire!

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Out Of Hand

Monkey See Monkey Do

Threepenny Bit

A3 Ceilidh Band

The Flying Dishrags

Rufus Return

Ceilidh With Us

The Frank Reid Scottish Dance Band

Triple Scotch Ceilidh Band

Cat’s Claw Ceilidh Band

Sussex Contraband

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Stumpy Oak Ceilidh Band

Cumberland Ceilidh Band

Aluinn Ceilidh Band

Fulwood Folkers

Lochnagar

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What kind of ceilidh bands are there?

Which parts of an event or wedding will the ceilidh band play at?

Will I need to provide the ceilidh band with any equipment?

How much space will I need for ceilidh dancing?

Do traditional ceilidh bands take requests?

How do you pronounce 'ceilidh'?

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