Ceilidh Callers available to hire in Bristol

26 reviews

£562.50 - £625

John Carver Ceilidh Caller

Ceilidh callerAylesbury

One of the best known callers in the UK, running large reeling/ceilidh events and regularly calling for private events of all kinds.

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16 reviews

£250 - £437.50

Anita MacDonald

Ceilidh callerUxbridge

Jazz singer/pianist, background music, classical, pop standards and ceilidh caller for a complete entertainment package!

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9 reviews

£170 - £315

Erin Mansfield

Ceilidh callerLondon

Erin is a talented, professional and energetic young musician and ceilidh caller looking for work anywhere in the UK

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8 reviews

£281.25 - £343.75

Chris Austin Ceilidh Capers

Ceilidh callerNorfolk

Ceilidh Caller - fun & frolic on the dancefloor ~ easy social dance that brings everyone together for a celebration.

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14 reviews

From£250

Ian Robertson

Ceilidh callerAylesbury

Highly experienced multi-instrumentalist (accordion, fiddle, piano) specialising in Scottish ceilidh, weddings, balls, etc. Solo, duo, trio

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13 reviews

£250 - £350

James McCafferty

Ceilidh callerMilton Keynes

Traditional Songs from the British Isles and Ireland

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7 reviews

£312.50 - £562.50

Martin Young

Ceilidh callerLondon

Martin Young is an English folk singer/songwriter/guitarist based in Faversham, Kent with the ability to adapt to clients' requirements.

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10 reviews

From£250

Frank Reid

Ceilidh callerWadhurst

Scottish accordion player and ceilidh caller.

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3 reviews

From£180

Holly Sheldrake

Ceilidh callerHastings

Fiddle player and caller with a wealth of experience across the UK and Europe, having performed at many festivals, public and private events

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3 reviews

£250 - £500

Martin Clarke

Ceilidh callerLondon

One of the country's leading fiddle players and ceilidh callers. Award-winning dance musician.

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19 reviews

£475 - £512.50

Dan Longley

Ceilidh callerBirmingham

Ceilidh Caller with humour!

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15 reviews

£312.50 - £625

Neil Valentine

Ceilidh callerHampshire

Unforgettable Ceilidhs filled with laughter, music and dance! Neil's expert calling gaurantees fun for all and memories to last a lifetime!

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8 reviews

From£180

Annie Bolt

Ceilidh callerManchester

Ceilidh Caller and Folk Musician with an infectious high energy in both calling and playing.

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4 reviews

£200 - £400

Bev Whelan

Ceilidh callerLancaster

Ceilidh dance caller (I can arrange a band for you!) and traditional Irish tin whistle and flute player

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5 reviews

From£550

Steve Lowe

Ceilidh callerBirmingham

I'm a fiddle player with a five piece English Folk Music dance band - ceilidhs, barn dances. Based in Birmingham.

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12 reviews

£312.50

Erin Brown

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Ceilidh callerNewmarket

Erin is an accomplished, fiery fiddle player who regularly performs with Stumpy Oak Ceilidh Band. Erin is also an amazing fiddle teacher.

Latest reviews of our Ceilidh Callers in Bristol

"Great!"

Isaac hired Anita MacDonald for a Private event (available in Bristol)

Verified Review, 31 January 2026

"Annie was spectacular! We had so much fun and she took on all my asks, highly recommend her services for any ceilidhs in future "

Charlee hired Annie Bolt for a Birthday party (available in Bristol)

Verified Review, 24 January 2026

"Excellent night … good caller "

Sally hired Neil Valentine for a Birthday party (available in Bristol)

Verified Review, 24 January 2026

FAQs about hiring Ceilidh callers in Bristol

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Can any ceilidh caller play my favourite song?

Professional ceilidh callers will often take requests, but you will need to give them plenty of notice. Please also keep in mind that ceilidh callers may ask for an small additional fee to prepare songs that aren't already on their song list. You can view the ceilidh caller's song list on their Encore profile.

How much time do ceilidh callers take to set up?

Your ceilidh caller will usually arrive about an hour or so before their performance begins to set up and get settled before they start playing. To avoid any delays, make sure the performance space is ready for the ceilidh caller prior to their arrival.

My venue has asked for the performer’s PLI & PAT inspection certificates. What are these?

PLI stands for Public Liability Insurance. This insurance covers damage to another person or their property (it is also known as third party insurance). As many of our ceilidh callers are members of the Musician's Union, they are already covered by PLI up to £10 million. PAT stands for portable appliance testing. Most of our ceilidh callers will already have a PAT inspection certificate for their musical equipment/PA system, which they can provide to your venue if they need it.

Hiring a Ceilidh Caller in Bristol

With its roots in maritime history and a reputation for creativity, Bristol is a city that pulses with artistic energy. From harbourside venues to lively neighbourhoods like Stokes Croft and Clifton, it’s a fantastic place to experience live music. Whether you're after a Ceilidh caller for a private event or something more bespoke, Bristol’s local talent pool won’t disappoint.

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Popular genres:

Ceilidh, Folk, Klezmer

Average response time:

6 hours

Busiest times:

January, May, June

How much does it cost to hire a Ceilidh Caller in Bristol?

The typical price for a Ceilidh Caller is:

£Budget£270

££Pro£390

£££High-end£510+

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