Folk Bands for hire in Blackburn
Latest reviews of our Folk Bands in Blackburn
"I do not have enough words to say how happy we were with Jack, Charlie and Caleb. They were absolutely incredible. So professional and brilliant musicians. I truly loved having you guys and I hope you enjoyed our party. We will absolutely book you guys again and I’d strongly advise others to do so. Everyone keeps complimenting them to me and it’s easy to see why. All the best, Tom, Ana and Santi"
Tom hired Morrigan’s Bow 🏹 for a Private event (available in Blackburn)
"Absolutely brilliant. Would 100 percent recommend. These guys were superb. They communicated beforehand so they understood exactly what we wanted at our wedding They were flexible on the day (I think some of our guests put in a request or two!). We had a ball. Morrigans Bow are 2 incredibly talented musicians. We loved them and our guests raved about them. Our only regret is that we didn't book them for a longer set! (Morrigans bow performed at our wedding and played a mix of classic Irish folk tunes, reels and jigs and modern covers - Mumford and sons, James etc. Didsbury house hotel evening wedding entertainment, June 2026)"
Fiona hired Morrigan’s Bow 🏹 for a Wedding (available in Blackburn)
"The band were brilliant. Got everyone up and dancing Lots of laughter and lots of fun. They were on time, easy to work with and were really laid back in their timings which I kept on changing as the evening progressed Thoroughly recommend. They made a great evening even better 👍"
Mike hired Back of the Bush for a Private event (available in Blackburn)
FAQs about hiring Folk bands in Blackburn
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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 Blackburn
Useful information
Folk bands in Blackburn typically play Folk, Pop, Rock, and most respond to enquiries within 8 hours. Demand peaks in June, July, August, so if your event falls in that window, it's worth getting in touch early to secure your preferred act.
How much does it cost to hire a Folk Band in Blackburn?
Prices for Folk bands vary depending on experience, set length, and the size of the act. As a guide, budget Folk bands typically charge around £220 per performer, mid-range acts around £330, and high-end Folk bands from £400 per performer upwards.
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This page was created by the Encore team using data from 2890 bookings and 1415 verified reviews across the UK.
Last updated: 27 June 2026
