What is a ceilidh band?

A ceilidh band is a versatile group of professionals that can perform both traditional folk songs and contemporary pop chart covers. This group will frequently have a vocalist on board, a guitarist, and a caller, and they can play pop song headlining sets interspersed with ceilidh dance. This kind of band is excellent for occasions where the audience's age range is diverse. Ceilidh band combines traditional folk music with energetic traditional and contemporary Scottish music, Irish songs, and lively English songs.

How much is a UK ceilidh band for hire?

The price to hire a ceilidh band in the UK varies depending on how many musicians are in the group. Depending on the size of the band you select, a ceilidh band on Poptop will charge you anything from £300 to £1,920 for an event. Travel costs and other extra services are some of the elements that affect the price. Visit Poptop's website to view a customised list of ceilidh bands near you and to request a quick price for your event once you input your event’s details.

How much time in advance should I book a ceilidh band?

We advise making reservations as early as possible, ideally as soon as you've reserved your venue. Our ceilidh bands for hire require that you book their services at least a day before your event. Others recommend you send in your booking two days before your event. Regardless, it is important that you secure your booking before your event to prevent any disappointment, especially during festivities when most bands are busy. Also, always make sure to secure your booking with a deposit.

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Explore our curated selection of vibrant & energetic ceilidh bands in the UK. We have classic instrumental bands, as well as cover ceilidh bands, who can perform popular hits in their distinct folk style. Most bands can provide a caller on request.

Ceilidh Bands in the UK

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Dance The Night Away with 'Rejigged' Ceilidh Band

4.9( 10 reviews )

• 3 bookings

Canterbury

Dance The Night Away with 'Rejigged' Ceilidh Band

We'll create a vibrant, energetic and lively performance for your special occasion with our traditional Ceilidh music and fun caller, who has a tremendous sense of humour. A personal service

'Phil Preen' Traditional Ceilidh Band & Dance Caller

5.0( 12 reviews )

• 15 bookings

Frome

'Phil Preen' Traditional Ceilidh Band & Dance Caller

No matter the special occasion, a traditional Ceilidh or barn dance band will entertain you and your guests with brilliant Scottish, English, American and Irish music.

'Two Left Feet' Ceilidh Band & Caller with a Varied Repertoire

5.0( 6 reviews )

• 16 bookings

Wirral

'Two Left Feet' Ceilidh Band & Caller with a Varied Repertoire

We have a large and varied repertoire of music and dances that includes Scottish, Irish, English and Welsh music and dance. We also play American reels if you require a Hoe-Down.

A2 Barn Dance Band Good fun for all occasions

5.0( 11 reviews )

• 4 bookings

Faversham

A2 Barn Dance Band Good fun for all occasions

We want you to have the time of your lives and we're committed to making this the best barn dance you've ever been to.

4.89( 61 reviews )

• 83 bookings

Bristol

'Black Velvet' Ceilidh Band

Ceilidh, ceili, barn dance or hoedown? Black Velvet Band is simply the best! Expect top quality musicianship and a specialist dance-caller who will make sure you have a great time!

Highly Energetic Irish & Scotish, Ceilidh Band

4.33( 6 reviews )

• 44 bookings

Oxford

Highly Energetic Irish & Scotish, Ceilidh Band

Create a high-energy and vibrant atmosphere at your next special event with this traditional Scottish Ceilidh band.

'The O'Marleys' Play Irish & Scottish Music

5.0( 4 reviews )

• 13 bookings

Exeter

'The O'Marleys' Play Irish & Scottish Music

Lively Irish and/or Scottish folk music from The O'Marleys to get you event started and bring your guests to the dancefloor.

Dancing Feet Ceilidh Band - Scottish Duo With Live Looping

5.0( 6 reviews )

• 29 bookings

Kirriemuir

Dancing Feet Ceilidh Band - Scottish Duo With Live Looping

Multi-instrumentalist Ceilidh Duo who use live looping to create full band sound, energetic and lively music, combined with great calling to ensure a full dance floor!

Elie Rees Ceilidh Band with Experience Caller

4.67( 3 reviews )

• 13 bookings

Brandon

Elie Rees Ceilidh Band with Experience Caller

Ceilidh/Barn dance band. 3 musicians & a caller teaching the dances includes well known folk artists & experienced ceilidh players. Gorgeous music, great caller for a fun, hassle-free event.

'Stomping Boondocks' Ceilidh & Folk Cover Band

5.0( 16 reviews )

• 37 bookings

Dorchester

'Stomping Boondocks' Ceilidh & Folk Cover Band

As an experienced function band, we have a wealth of experience performing at all manner of events! We'll ensure your ceilidh is unforgettable!

Lift the Roof Off Your Party with the 'Rock-Ceilidh' Band

5.0( 7 reviews )

Edinburgh

Lift the Roof Off Your Party with the 'Rock-Ceilidh' Band

Our 'rock' ceilidh band and disco means your party will be truly electric! Full instructions are given using fun-filled banter to ensure everyone will enjoy your special occassion.

'Price of My Pig' Ceilidh Band with Caller

5.0( 18 reviews )

• 16 bookings

Lancaster

'Price of My Pig' Ceilidh Band with Caller

Depending on your preferences we are more than happy to focus on Scottish dances, English dances, Irish dances or European dances to suit.

Terrific & High-Energy Ceilidh Band 'Climax' with Caller

5.0( 8 reviews )

• 14 bookings

Maidstone

Terrific & High-Energy Ceilidh Band 'Climax' with Caller

This is a terrific and high-energy performance that will bring your guests to the dance floor with traditional ceilidh music!

'Kellys Heroes' The Craic with a Ceilidh

4.94( 18 reviews )

• 27 bookings

Loughborough

'Kellys Heroes' The Craic with a Ceilidh

Our emphasis is on fun and all we need is for you and your guests to get up and have a go - the result will be a floor full of smiling, laughing faces!

'Kingsfolk' For an Exciting Ceilidh Experience

5.0( 13 reviews )

• 20 bookings

Croydon

'Kingsfolk' For an Exciting Ceilidh Experience

With Kingsfolk you are going to get an evening of brilliant, live music and a caller who will encourage everyone up onto the dance floor. Everyone will have lots of fun.

High-Energy Celtic Band 'Behan's Footsteps'

5.0( 5 reviews )

• 9 bookings

Leeds

High-Energy Celtic Band 'Behan's Footsteps'

Behan's Footsteps have been playing Celtic music for as long as they could walk. We know how to make people dance, and we know how to make them cry!

'Spring Heel Jacks' Dynamic Ceilidh & Barn Dance Band

5.0( 11 reviews )

• 5 bookings

Chelmsford

'Spring Heel Jacks' Dynamic Ceilidh & Barn Dance Band

If you want a cracking ceilidh, blistering barn dance or humming hoedown, possibly including some sizzling folk songs and instrumentals, look no further.

Highly Skilled Ceilidh Band & Caller 'Over The Moon'

5.0( 2 reviews )

• 2 bookings

Brighton

Highly Skilled Ceilidh Band & Caller 'Over The Moon'

We are a highly skilled and tight ceilidh band of 3 musicians plus an expert caller who have been working together for 20 years plus.

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'Wraggle Taggle' Traditional Ceilidh Band & Caller

5( 22 reviews )

• 34 bookings

Wraggle Taggle are a professional, fun, award-winning and talented Ceilidh band with many years of experience. One of the most popular, versatile, successful and affordable traditional ceilidh bands based in London, Wraggle Taggle Ceilidh Band perform live Irish, Scottish, English, and American music, dance and songs. A ceilidh is something really different, ideal for a successful party, and a fun way for everyone to mix and meet and because all age groups become involved.

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This band has performed for Mick Jagger, Zoe Ball, Robert Smith of the Cure, Princess Beatrice, Princess Eugenie, and Frank Skinner to name a few. Carlene Anglim (fiddle), Caroline Regan (concertina), and Mick O'Connor (tenor banjo) perform in various line ups with Mick Bailey (guitar/vocals).

from £855 / per event

'Wraggle Taggle' Traditional Ceilidh Band & Caller

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Reviews for Ceilidh Bands in the UK

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Erika M

• 24 July 2021

Booked with Poptop

Silver Street Ceilidh Band played at our wedding in July this year - luckily just after restrictions were lifted so we could dance. And boy did we dance!😄 The band created a fantastic atmosphere which meant that everybody got up and threw themselves into the spirit of the ceilidh. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed themselves (and keep taking about the fun they had).Even the few who weren't dancing enjoyed laughing at everyone else …

Jennifer W

• 18 May 2018

Booked with Poptop

Stomping Boondocks were a pleasure to work with and all of our guests were raving about them. Three guests wanted the band's details and were inspired to think about planning their own ceilidh fundraisers. We had such a fun evening. Thank you!

Tara H

• 20 August 2022

Booked with Poptop

Booked Price of My Pig for my wedding party in a marquee. Communication was good leading up to the event. The band arrived on time and played two one hour sets. The band were just as good as we had hoped they would be. The caller Ben was great and got as many people up as possible and gave clear instructions (and was patient when people weren't getting it!). There was a good variety of dances. Would definitely recommend to an…

Andrew

• 06 October 2018

Booked with Poptop

Had these guys along for my recent wedding as we wanted something that would be inclusive for all people attending to get involved in. the band were all that I could hope for. they got people up dancing and laughing, and everyone who attended said how much they enjoyed. thank you for being a part of our big day :)

Jessica C

• 20 May 2023

Booked with Poptop

Phil and his band played at our wedding on Saturday and they were absolutely BRILLIANT. First class musicians and Phil was the best caller I’ve ever seen - clear, patient with drunken guests haha, but also so fun and brought such good vibes. Kids through to older guests were all up dancing. Would highly highly recommend. Thank you Phil!

Heather C

• 30 June 2018

Booked with Poptop

"Very good. Only 4 musicians and a caller turned up but was fine. Could have done with some incidental music during dancers' rest breaks perhaps, but overall an excellent evening. The caller was particularly friendly and approachable and yet was still managing to get people to listen and dance, despite temperatures in the high 20s ! Thank you for your help."

Ceilidh Band for Hire Near You

Ceilidh Bands in the UK

Dance The Night Away with 'Rejigged' Ceilidh Band

'Phil Preen' Traditional Ceilidh Band & Dance Caller

'Two Left Feet' Ceilidh Band & Caller with a Varied Repertoire

A2 Barn Dance Band Good fun for all occasions

'Black Velvet' Ceilidh Band

Highly Energetic Irish & Scotish, Ceilidh Band

'The O'Marleys' Play Irish & Scottish Music

Dancing Feet Ceilidh Band - Scottish Duo With Live Looping

Elie Rees Ceilidh Band with Experience Caller

'Stomping Boondocks' Ceilidh & Folk Cover Band

Lift the Roof Off Your Party with the 'Rock-Ceilidh' Band

'Price of My Pig' Ceilidh Band with Caller

Terrific & High-Energy Ceilidh Band 'Climax' with Caller

'Kellys Heroes' The Craic with a Ceilidh

'Kingsfolk' For an Exciting Ceilidh Experience

High-Energy Celtic Band 'Behan's Footsteps'

'Spring Heel Jacks' Dynamic Ceilidh & Barn Dance Band

Highly Skilled Ceilidh Band & Caller 'Over The Moon'

Ceilidh Band spotlight 🌟

'Wraggle Taggle' Traditional Ceilidh Band & Caller

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