Wedding Ceilidh Bands for hire in Bournemouth

27 reviews

Monkey See Monkey Do

Ceilidh bandSouthampton

Folk and Ceilidh band available for Weddings and Functions

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10 reviews

£937.50 - £1500

Stomping Boondocks

Ceilidh bandBournemouth

High energy electic ceilidh band - A modern twist on tradition with covers of sing-a-long folk, country and indie hits in between

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16 reviews

Bow & Box

Ceilidh bandLyndhurst

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

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11 reviews

From£280

Celtic Confusion 3-piece Ceilidh Band

Ceilidh bandBournemouth

Celtic Confusion are available as a 3-piece Ceilidh Band for a dance band on a smaller budget. We are a violin & guitar with a dance caller.

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12 reviews

£300 - £700

Celtic Confusion

Ceilidh bandBournemouth

We are a friendly band who play Celtic tunes and songs. We have an irish singer from Portstewart, Northern Ireland

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38 reviews

£850 - £1312.50

Rufus Return

Ceilidh 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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104 reviews

£1250 - £2200

Ceilidh With Us

Ceilidh bandLuton

We're bringing Ceilidh back and we're up for the craic! Come all ye lasses & rogues, strap in your brogues and step out for the Ceilidh 🕺🎻

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40 reviews

£1500

Triple Scotch Ceilidh Band

Ceilidh bandManchester

Make your event an outstanding, unforgettable experience with the UK's finest professional ceilidh band for hire.

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44 reviews

£625 - £1075

Buchanan Ceilidh Band (BCB)

Ceilidh bandBrighton

The Buchanan Ceilidh Band comprises highly experienced musicians who are spontaneous and quirky when playing for ceilidhs/barn dances!

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57 reviews

£940

Wraggle Taggle

Ceilidh bandLondon

An award-winning Ceilidh Band of fun traditional musicians with a Caller available to perform at your wedding or any other event.

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43 reviews

From£695

Cat’s Claw Ceilidh Band

Ceilidh 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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45 reviews

£1150 - £1250

Price of My Pig

Ceilidh bandLancaster

“Price Of My Pig (a great name for a band) come from the North West England in the UK… a high octane folk/funk dance band"- Folk Roots Radio

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38 reviews

£675 - £875

Bowstring

Ceilidh bandHerne Bay

Bringing everyone together for a fun filled evening of dance and feisty music, Bowstring will make your special event a night to remember

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63 reviews

£800 - £1143.75

Aluinn Ceilidh Band

Ceilidh bandLeeds

Top-class Ceilidh / Barndance band based in Northern England. Aluinn play an exciting mix of Scottish, Irish, English and American jigs

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21 reviews

£875 - £1500

Stroma Folk & Ceilidh

Ceilidh bandLondon

"Stroma kept everyone on their feet the entire night!" "Their use of modern sounds with the traditional instruments made our Ceilidh unique"

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76 reviews

£1250

Burdock Ceilidh Band

Ceilidh bandBirmingham

Award winning ceilidh band - played 500+ venues from Grand Halls to front rooms Inclusive, gender-free, amazing fun, great memories/photos

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39 reviews

£625 - £1125

Fairgreen Ceilidh Band

Ceilidh bandNorwich

Fun & Frolic on the dance floor ~ Perfect for weddings and family celebrations. Guaranteed to get everyone dancing right from the start.

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24 reviews

£1075 - £1775

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Vibrant and exciting ceilidh band based in Leeds, with experienced caller, Robin Fishwick.

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Latest reviews of our Wedding Ceilidh Bands in Bournemouth

"If you’re looking for a fun-filled, brilliantly-performed and well-run Ceilidh with a modern twist, then Stomping Boondocks are for you. Karl and the band led a wonderful set of traditional and modern tunes, with great calling that got even reluctant dancers to their feet. Also super organisation, which I really appreciated given it was a big event for a joint 50th birthday. Karl kindly checked in with us about plans and requests beforehand and ran all logistics smoothly on the day. We had a wonderful time and are truly grateful that they provided the musical magic to make the party go with a swing!"

Loreto hired Stomping Boondocks for a Private event (available in Bournemouth)

Verified Review, 21 March 2026

"Just fantastic. They were the loveliest people. Unbelievably talented and fab. We honestly loved every second. Couldn’t recommend more. "

William hired Celtic Confusion 3-piece Ceilidh Band for a Private event (available in Bournemouth)

Verified Review, 21 March 2026

"The evening went with a swing thanks to Monkey Monkey. The musicians played beautifully and were very responsive to whatever was asked of them. Thank you very much."

Susan hired Monkey See Monkey Do for a Burns night (available in Bournemouth)

Verified Review, 24 January 2026

FAQs about hiring Wedding Ceilidh bands in Bournemouth

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How to pronounce ceilidh band?

The word "ceilidh" is pronounced as "kay-lee." Therefore, a ceilidh band is pronounced as "kay-lee band." The term originates from Scottish Gaelic and refers to a traditional Scottish or Irish social gathering, typically involving folk music, dancing, and storytelling.

How to pick a wedding ceilidh band?

Finding the ceilidh band for your event can seem like a daunting task, but with Encore, you can ensure to find the perfect band for you. You can browse through our selection of 178 professional and talented ceilidh bands on our site where you can filter by location, price, theme and check availability. We also provide reviews so you make bet a sense of their style and be assured of their professionalism. Once you shortlisted a few ceilidh bands you're interested in, you can directly enquire on the site and ask some more specific questions such as song requests. You can also reach out to one of our bookings experts to get tailored recommendations based on your tastes as a couple.

Hiring a Wedding Ceilidh Band in Bournemouth

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Wedding Ceilidh bands in Bournemouth typically play Ceilidh, Folk, Pop, and most respond to enquiries within 2 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 Wedding Ceilidh Band in Bournemouth?

Prices for Wedding Ceilidh bands vary depending on experience, set length, and the size of the act. As a guide, budget Wedding Ceilidh bands typically charge around £220 per performer, mid-range acts around £330, and high-end Wedding Ceilidh bands from £400 per performer upwards.

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