Wedding Ceilidh Bands for hire in Oxfordshire

19 reviews

£900

Ian Robertson & his Scottish Dance Band

Ceilidh bandAylesbury

A very experienced Scottish Ceilidh band specialising in weddings, parties, Burns nights, etc. Available Solo, Duo, Trio, and Quartet.

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23 reviews

£600

John Carver Reels & Ceilidh Calling

Ceilidh bandAylesbury

One of the most experienced callers in the UK, running large reeling/ceilidh events as well as 'calling' at private events of all kinds.

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Verified new listing

£375 - £750

Mayura

Ceilidh bandOxford

Professional events musicians specialising in acoustic performances. Top-tier gigs every time!

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61 reviews

£900 - £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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36 reviews

£1300 - £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

£787.50 - £1700

Drop Spindle Ceilidh Band

Ceilidh bandNewcastle upon Tyne

Spreading Scottish Ceilidh around the North-East: Beginner/Intermediate/Experienced all are welcome!

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39 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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52 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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39 reviews

From£695

Cat’s Claw Ceilidh Band

Ceilidh bandChepstow

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

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34 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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38 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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60 reviews

£725 - £1015

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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19 reviews

£800 - £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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35 reviews

£500 - £950

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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72 reviews

£1250

Burdock Ceilidh Band

Ceilidh bandBirmingham

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

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26 reviews

Monkey See Monkey Do

Ceilidh bandSouthampton

Folk and Ceilidh band available for Weddings and Functions

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22 reviews

£1025 - £1650

Captain Bullhead Ceilidh Band

Ceilidh bandLeeds

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

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16 reviews

£1875

The Frank Reid Scottish Dance Band

Wedding Ceilidh bands in Oxford

Ceilidh bandWadhurst

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

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Wantage
Watlington
Witney
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GL56, GL7, MK18, NN13, OX1, OX10, OX11, OX12, OX13, OX14, OX15, OX16, OX17, OX18, OX2, OX20, OX25, OX26, OX27, OX28, OX29, OX3, OX33, OX39, OX4, OX44, OX49, OX5, OX7, OX9, RG4, RG8, RG9, SN6, SN7

Latest reviews of our Wedding Ceilidh Bands in Oxfordshire

"Absolutely fantastic ceilidh caller. John called for our wedding in June this year. He is very professional and experienced. John got everyone on the dance floor despite most people never having ceilidhed before. Would highly recommend his services! "

Olivia hired John Carver Reels & Ceilidh Calling for a Wedding (available in Oxfordshire)

Verified Review, 28 June 2025

"John was great at my 30th Birthday. He managed to work with 100 guests in a crowded marquee, with the rain pounding outside, seamlessly. We all had a fantastic time, there wasn’t a face without a smile on it. Thanks so much John! I’m sure you’ll receive a booking again from us soon. "

Sam hired John Carver Reels & Ceilidh Calling for a Private event (available in Oxfordshire)

Verified Review, 7 June 2025

"Can't recommend John enough for a fun Ceilidh at any event. We booked John fairly last minute for our wedding party and I'm SO pleased we did; he was great throughout the entire process. On the day, he was fantastic, had brilliant energy and our guests raved about how much fun they had. It wasn't the easiest space but he made it work so well. Thank you, John! "

Tori hired John Carver Reels & Ceilidh Calling for a Wedding (available in Oxfordshire)

Verified Review, 24 May 2025

FAQs about hiring Wedding Ceilidh bands in Oxfordshire

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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 Oxfordshire

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Ceilidh, Folk, Pop

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June, August, September

How much does it cost to hire a Wedding Ceilidh Band in Oxfordshire?

The typical price per group member for Ceilidh Bands is:

£Budget£220

££Pro£330

£££High-end£400+

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