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Folk Bands for hire in Bedford

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Hire Mavis Duo Folk band with Encore
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£312.50 - £600
Folk bandCambridge

Folk duo to bring the life and soul to your party! Whether your guests are tapping their feet to jigs and reels, or swaying to fado music.

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Hire DryWood Folk Duo Folk band with Encore
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£400 - £1200
Folk bandMilton Keynes

Experienced and lively folk roots duo performing an eclectic mix of Traditional Folk, English, Irish, Americana, Cajun, Blues.

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Hire The Ukes of Hazzard Folk band with Encore
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£1000 - £1850
Folk bandAylesbury

Fun, unique and award-winning - get massive kudos for booking the band that roams the world, all with a twist of uke! Guests LOVE us!

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Hire Inis Éire Folk band with Encore
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£250 - £750
Folk bandBedford

Versatile trio of Bedford Irish musicians providing high quality classical, folk, pop & ceilidh performances to suit any ceremony or party!

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Hire Mumfudden Suns Folk band with Encore
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£1125 - £2125
Folk bandAylesbury

Looking for a fun, unique, premium festival band with a pro team? Look no further! We guarantee the dance floor gets worn out!

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Hire Ian Robertson & his Scottish Dance Band Folk band with Encore
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Folk bandAylesbury

A very experienced Scottish Ceilidh band specialising in weddings, parties, Burns nights, etc. Available Solo, Duo, Trio, and Quartet.

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Hire Lady Spadey & The Noisy Boys Folk band with Encore
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£3000 - £7500
Folk bandNorthampton

JOOLS HOLLAND: "Fantastic voice...magical...makes me want to dance!!" Sara Spade's ukulele-led trio (or 6-piece) RETRO-POP / JAZZ / VINTAGE

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Hire Balor Folk band with Encore
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£200 - £400
Folk bandCorby

Folk for fun!

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Hire Craic With Us Folk band with Encore
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£1000 - £3000
Folk bandLuton

We're bringing Irish back and we're up for the craic! We play your favourite Irish tunes in upbeat acoustic arrangements 🎻

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Hire George Zebra Folk band with Encore
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£1125 - £1718.75
Folk bandAylesbury

The Festival-themed power trio! Hundreds of events and a huge set list guaranteed to wear out the dance floor!

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Hire Little Oak Ceilidh Band Folk band with Encore
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£550 - £825
Folk bandCambridgeshire

Little Oak is a small but lively folk line-up for your event or ceilidh.

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Hire Frog on a Bike Ceilidh Band Folk band with Encore
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£1500 - £1695
Folk bandCambridgeshire

East Anglia based, dance floor-packing professional ceilidh band, established for over 30 years!

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Hire Fi Fie Folk Folk band with Encore
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From£1120
Folk bandCambridge

Fi Fie Folk plays folk music from across the world. We play ceilidhs (including calling), parties, bar mitzvahs and more across the UK.

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Hire Jez Hellard & The Djukella Orchestra Folk band with Encore
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£1000 - £4000
Folk bandPeterborough

Potent songs, silky double-bass, fiery fiddling and smoking harmonicas.

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Hire Milady Clare's Musicke Folk band with Encore
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£500 - £600
Folk bandBuckingham

Milady Clare’s Musicke delight their audiences with madrigals, dance tunes, early carols and boisterous tavern songs from past centuries!

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Hire Wayland Smithy Folk band with Encore
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£375 - £750
Folk bandBedfordshire, UK

Wayland Smithy are a band ideally suited to festivals with their brand of Alternative Electric Folk music. Guaranteed to get toes tapping.

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Hire Dansmall Folk band with Encore
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From£640
Folk bandNorthampton

28 years playing covers, traditional music & original music in pubs, music clubs, TV/Radio, festivals, ceilidhs & functions. Duo/group work.

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Hire Mitchell and Vincent Folk band with Encore
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£500 - £800
Folk bandStoke-sub-Hamdon

Fiddle & Guitar & vocals. Folk tunes and songs from the British Isles and beyond. Music to dance along with or to listen to! Glasto/Sky/BBC

Latest reviews of our Folk Bands in Bedford

The Raven Kings
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"The Raven Kings delivered an extraordinary performance on the 24 October 2024 at one of the Royal Navy’s most prestigious events, Trafalgar Night (RNAS HERON), that transported the audience straight to the heart of maritime history. Known for their unique and passionate approach to traditional folk and sea shanties, the band’s performance was nothing short of exceptional. Every member of the group showcased not only incredible musical skill but a genuine love for the genre, which resonated powerfully with the audience and kept everyone engaged from start to finish. In terms of communication, The Raven Kings were an absolute pleasure to work with. They were responsive, courteous, and detail-oriented, making coordination and event planning smooth and stress-free. Their professionalism was evident in every interaction; from initial inquiries, song requests and to post-event follow-up, they consistently went above and beyond to ensure all expectations were met and exceeded. The Raven Kings also displayed impeccable punctuality, arriving well ahead of schedule, allowing ample time to set up and perform sound checks. This proactive approach ensured a seamless start to the event, showcasing their commitment to delivering a flawless experience. Overall, the satisfaction with The Raven Kings’ performance was unanimously positive. Attendees raved about the band’s energy, authenticity, and engaging stage presence. Their musical talent combined with professionalism made the event a resounding success. For anyone seeking a top-tier folk / sea shanty band that excels both on and off stage, The Raven Kings are an unparalleled choice, certain to elevate any gathering into an unforgettable celebration of song and seafaring spirit. "

Glen hired The Raven Kings for a Corporate event (available in Bedford)

Verified Review, 24 October 2024
Daisy Chute Band
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"Truly amazing! Daisy was the ultimate professional "

Dave hired Daisy Chute Band for a Charity event (available in Bedford)

Verified Review, 4 October 2024
In Visible Gem
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"In visible Gem, are exactly that a group of Gems. The communication and performance were excellent. I had asked for a slightly different vibe 5 weeks prior to the event and they excelled my expectations. Thank you again in visible Gems x "

Jessica hired In Visible Gem for a Private event (available in Bedford)

Verified Review, 28 September 2024

FAQs about hiring Folk Bands in Bedford

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Can any folk band play my favourite song?

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

How much time do folk bands take to set up?

Your folk band 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 folk band 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 folk bands 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 folk bands 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 Folk Band in Bedford

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Popular genres:
Folk, Pop, Rock
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7 hours
Busiest times:
March, June, August

How much does it cost to hire a Folk Band in Bedford?

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

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