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Folk Bands for hire in Portsmouth

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Hire Head North Folk band with Encore
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£1200 - £1800
Folk bandAlton

Hypnotic harmonies, magical melodies, tight tunes & driven rhythms served up with big smiles and bags of energy.

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Hire Monkey See Monkey Do Folk band with Encore
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Folk bandSouthampton

Folk and Ceilidh band available for Weddings and Functions

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Hire The Courtiers Folk band with Encore
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From£750
Folk bandPortsmouth

The Courtiers are a Portsmouth based four piece acoustic band, playing traditional and original foot-stomping folk

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Hire Bow & Box Folk band with Encore
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Folk bandSouthampton

Boutique ceilidh band based in Hampshire/Dorset offering energetic ceilidhs from a young and vibrant duo making a big sound.

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Hire Jonny and Eve Folk band with Encore
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£375 - £625
Folk bandBordon

Jonny (guitar and vocals) and Eve (saxophone and vocals) are an acoustic duo performing originals and exciting twists on classic covers.

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Hire Clusterfolk Folk band with Encore
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Folk bandSouthampton

Three piece trad Irish band performing around Hampshire.

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Hire Rufus Return Folk band with Encore
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£600 - £1250
Folk bandSouthampton

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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Hire Colt 45  Folk band with Encore
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£500 - £1500
Folk bandBognor Regis

Pop/Country duo. Our goal is give the crowd at your event a night to remember! We have a large setlist & are happy to learn any requests!

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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

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Hire Daisy Chute Band Folk band with Encore
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Folk bandLondon

Daisy Chute Band play folk, americana & jazz music & play gigs in & around London. Instruments include vocals, banjo, gtr, dble bass +more!

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Hire In Visible Gem Folk band with Encore
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From£500
Folk bandGlastonbury

LELA MAI - Violin & Vocals ROSS CHILD - Cajon & Vocals RIK HARRINGTON - Guitar & Vocals

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Hire Fiddler's Drift Folk band with Encore
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£575 - £700
Folk bandLondon

Exquisite folk tunes and irresistible close harmony singing. Seth and Chris have been featured on BBC 1 and performed at Glastonbury...

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Hire The Worried Men of Gower Folk band with Encore
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£372.50 - £881.25
Folk bandSwansea

Swansea's #1 folk band! Guaranteed to get the party going. We can play for any event, big or small!

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Hire Folkus Folk band with Encore
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£500 - £2000
Folk bandSteyning

Vibrant fresh folk for all occasions.

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Hire Folk With Us Folk band with Encore
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£1000 - £3000
Folk bandLondon

Upbeat 4-7pc band, playing your favourite all-time hits in folky bluegrass arrangements, style Mumford & Sons.

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Hire Corwin & Grace Folk band with Encore
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£312.50 - £1250
Folk bandLondon

Internationally touring duo with multiple lineups: Pop Hits and Classics or Celtic Music, perfect for weddings, parties, functions, & pubs

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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 Morrigan’s Bow 🏹  Folk band with Encore
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Folk bandManchester

Lively, up-beat folk duo guaranteed to get the whole pub dancing! Perfect for a classy but energetic wedding party or pub set.

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Latest reviews of our Folk Bands in Portsmouth

Clusterfolk
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"Incredible "

Clare hired Clusterfolk for a Wedding (available in Portsmouth)

Verified Review, 25 May 2024
Clusterfolk
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"Great, lively band"

Joe hired Clusterfolk for a Corporate event (available in Portsmouth)

Verified Review, 29 March 2023
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 Portsmouth)

Verified Review, 24 October 2024

FAQs about hiring Folk Bands in Portsmouth

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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 Portsmouth

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

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

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

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