Wedding Ceilidh Bands for hire in Leicestershire
Latest reviews of our Wedding Ceilidh Bands in Leicestershire
"The Jacobites were fantastic at my daughter’s wedding in Cheshire. The dance floor was full all evening despite the majority of guests not having been to a ceilidh before with many coming from Singapore. The Calling was very clear and quality of music, sound and vocals outstanding. They accommodated all our requests including for me an emotional dance with my daughter. Highly recommend."
Stephen hired The Jacobites for a Wedding (available in Leicestershire)
"Everything worked like clockwork, and the Sweeney Ceilidh band were wonderful, everyone enjoyed it so much. Thank you."
Lorraine hired The Sweeney Ceilidh Band for a Private event (available in Leicestershire)
"The band performed at our wedding ceilidh. They were all excellent. Highly recommended."
Jenny hired Craigievar Ceilidh Band for a Wedding (available in Leicestershire)
FAQs about hiring Wedding Ceilidh bands in Leicestershire
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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 Leicestershire
Useful information
Wedding Ceilidh bands in Leicestershire 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 Leicestershire?
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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This page was created by the Encore team using data from 3607 bookings and 1831 verified reviews across the UK.
Last updated: 7 September 2026
