Wedding Ceilidh Bands for hire in Dover

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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10 reviews

£1250 - £3250

Thistle & Thorn

Ceilidh bandCanterbury

Kent's favourite Ceilidh band. We will keep your guests dancing with a night of pure Ceilidh or a mix of Celtic and popular party tunes!

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12 reviews

£675

A2 Barn Dance Band

Ceilidh bandFaversham

A2 Barn Dance Band for vibrant music and lively dances to get your guests mixing and having a great time. Good fun for all occasions. Try us

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13 reviews

£618.75

Rejigged Ceilidh Band

Ceilidh bandRamsgate

Dance to the liveliest Ceilidh Band in Kent. Appearing at the Dickens Christmas Ball, Rochester; Canterbury Music & Broadstairs Folk Week.

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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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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

Captain Bullhead Ceilidh Band

Ceilidh bandLeeds

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

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27 reviews

Monkey See Monkey Do

Ceilidh bandSouthampton

Folk and Ceilidh band available for Weddings and Functions

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17 reviews

£1500 - £2250

The Frank Reid Scottish Dance Band

Ceilidh bandWadhurst

The Frank Reid Scottish Ceilidh Band are the top traditional Scottish Ceilidh band outside of Scotland.

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35 reviews

£1000

Black Velvet Ceilidh Trio

Ceilidh bandSomerset

Versatile professional musicians and a fun caller offer a superb barn dance, Scottish ceilidh, Irish ceili or American Hoedown.

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25 reviews

£750 - £1375

Swing The Bridge

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Ceilidh bandKent

FOR ALL AGES AND EVERY OCCASION! UPBEAT Ceilidhs and Barn Dances with ENERGY and ZEST!!!!! Caller included in the price quoted.

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"Great evening with a great band and a great caller. Highly recommended 👍👍👍"

Douglas hired Bowstring for a Birthday party (available in Dover)

Verified Review, 7 March 2026

"Brilliant from start to finish for our wedding 6.3.26. Our guests have been so complimentary to how great the band were. Such great calling and such talented musicians. Thanks so much! "

Conor hired Rejigged Ceilidh Band for a Wedding (available in Dover)

Verified Review, 6 March 2026

"We highly recommend Bowstring! They were our band of choice for our wedding celebration and were fantastic! Chris the caller was perfect and had the dance floor full to overflowing and the band - Chris, Ramona and her sister were excellent. If you want a good time with a band that caters for a wide range of ceilidh abilities then this is the band to choose. Friendly, engaging and perfect for the evening - Thank you❤️xx"

Marion hired Bowstring for a Private event (available in Dover)

Verified Review, 1 November 2025

FAQs about hiring Wedding Ceilidh bands in Dover

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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 Dover

Useful information

Wedding Ceilidh bands in Dover 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 Dover?

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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