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Folk Bands for hire in Gloucestershire

Hire a folk band in Gloucestershire for your event today. 248 of the most professional acts to choose from.

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Hire Moonrakers Folk band with Encore
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£750 - £1000
Folk bandOxford

Celtic harp, cello, stringed instruments, female/male vocals. Traditional and contemporary songs/tunes from England, Scotland & Ireland.

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Hire The Publicans Folk band with Encore
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£450 - £1562.50
Folk bandKidlington

Anglo Irish Indie Folkery

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Hire The String of Roses Folk band with Encore
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£1000 - £1500
Folk bandGloucestershire

An acoustic duo like no other promises to bring a unique and uplifting experience to your event.

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Hire Cat’s Claw Ceilidh Band Folk band with Encore
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From£695
Folk bandChepstow

Cat’s Claw are South Wales’ hardest-working ceilidh band. If you want a foot-stomping, roof-raising good time, look no further!

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Hire Opa Rosa Folk band with Encore
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£1125 - £2500
Folk bandBristol

An energetic ensemble playing music from the Klezmer & Balkan traditions, fast gaining a reputation as one of Bristol’s most dynamic bands.

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Hire Bristol Ceilidh Collective Folk band with Encore
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Folk bandBristol

Raucous in our roots. All your Ceilidh needs, with a twist...

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Hire Valentia Folk band with Encore
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£569.99 - £850
Folk bandStroud

The finest acoustic Folk, Gypsy Jazz and Pop for your event!

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Hire My Tin Monkey Folk band with Encore
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£1250 - £2812.50
Folk bandBristol

Live music, a great show and all with an Irish flavour.

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Hire Bowreed Folk band with Encore
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£1248.75 - £2748.75
Folk bandBristol

High energy live ceilidh band with expert caller. Packed dancefloors, zero awkwardness, fabulous dancing fun.

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Hire Cicada Duo Folk band with Encore
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£500 - £750
Folk bandCheltenham

Captivating close harmony duo with a professional service and playlist of modern and pop, soul, jazz, folk and Americana tunes.

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Hire Cahoots Folk band with Encore
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£1225 - £3000
Folk bandHereford

A rootsy, good-time party band with huge singalongs, classic hits and an infectious chemistry that never fails!

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Hire The Sunny Banks Folk band with Encore
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Folk bandBristol

Pure drop Irish folk music

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Hire Call Me Ceilidh Folk band with Encore
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Folk bandBristol

Bristol's #1 most popular ceilidh band! We pride ourselves in getting the dancers on the dance floor! Guaranteed to wow your guests!

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Hire Clarice Rarity Folk band with Encore
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£350 - £800
Folk bandFaringdon

Classical, Folk, Pop: Acoustic accompanied violin rep. Toured round the world for Ballet company - Akram Kahn. Recorded for pop and film.

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Hire The Wild Thyme Band Folk band with Encore
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£750 - £1062.50
Folk bandBath

Have a wild time with the Wild Thyme barn-dance and ceilidh band!

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Hire Amesbury, Lambert & Gee Folk band with Encore
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Folk bandOxford

Anglo Irish Indie Folk Band.

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Hire Not Your Average Shamrocks Folk band with Encore
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£625 - £1500
Folk bandCheltenham

PARTY UNTIL THE CRAIC OF DAWN!

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Hire The Striking Clock Folk band with Encore
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£1600 - £3000
Folk bandBristol

#1 ceilidh party band in the South West! We’ve played at over 500 events including Glastonbury. Guaranteed to entertain your guests!

Latest reviews of our Folk Bands in Gloucestershire

Morrigan’s Bow 🏹
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"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 Gloucestershire)

Verified Review, 20 June 2026
Morrigan’s Bow 🏹
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"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 Gloucestershire)

Verified Review, 6 June 2026
Railroad Four
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"Railroad Four were absolutely superb and we couldn't have asked for a better band for our wedding. From the moment we booked them, they were brilliant to deal with and really accommodated what we wanted from the evening. They even learned our first dance song especially for us and played it exceptionally well – it was a truly special moment that we'll never forget. Once the dancing started, they kept the dance floor packed all night. The atmosphere was incredible, and guests of all ages were up dancing from start to finish. We've had so many compliments from family and friends about how good the band were. Not only are they fantastic musicians, but they're also a great group of guys who genuinely care about making your event the best it can be. If you're looking for a wedding band that will get everyone on their feet and make your night unforgettable, we couldn't recommend Railroad Four highly enough. Thank you for helping make our wedding so special! ⭐🎶💃🕺"

Ben hired Railroad Four for a Wedding (available in Gloucestershire)

Verified Review, 6 June 2026

FAQs about hiring Folk bands in Gloucestershire

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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 Gloucestershire

Useful information

Folk bands in Gloucestershire 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 Gloucestershire?

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