Barn Dance Bands for Hire in Sunderland

Find 20 barn dance bands available for hire in Sunderland, England, United Kingdom. These country dance specialists provide live folk music with expert calling to guide guests through traditional square dances and line dances. With 68 reviews averaging 5 out of 5 stars and prices from £180, averaging £480, barn dance entertainers create inclusive celebration atmospheres well suited to weddings and events.

Of the 20 suppliers listed here, 2 are based within 30 miles of Sunderland. The other 18 are willing to travel there.

Also covers suppliers based in Newcastle upon Tyne and Whitley Bay.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 68 reviews of Barn Dance Bands
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Based near Sunderland

Three piece ceilidh band with lots of experience and dancer friendly caller

Whitley Bay

England · 10 miles away

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Book from £390 (GBP)

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Americana / Country song and barn / ceilidh dance music

Newcastle upon Tyne

England · 10 miles away

(4)

Book from £3000 (GBP)

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Willing to travel to Sunderland

Based more than 30 miles from Sunderland, nearest first

3-piece band of fiddle, piano & bass plus a dedicated, experienced dance caller

Edinburgh

Scotland · 101 miles away

(14)

Book from £1051 (GBP)

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Daytime to evening acoustic trio - Top hits for the moments you want to cherish!

Alloa

Scotland · 126 miles away

(4)

Book from £480 (GBP)

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We have two bands -traditional ceilidh band and French Cafe Band

Stirling

Scotland · 130 miles away

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Book from £600 (GBP)

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HIgh energy fiddle-based ceilidh band guaranteed to get people dancing!

Glasgow

Scotland · 131 miles away

(25)

Book from £510 (GBP)

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Four Piece Modern Country Rock Band available for all private events!

Crewe

England · 132 miles away

(9)

Book from £1400 (GBP)

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2-Piece Country Duo Performing Popular & Modern American Party Classics!

Nantwich

England · 135 miles away

(4)

Book from £650 (GBP)

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Scottish style ceilidh band with a caller

Nottingham

England · 135 miles away

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Book from £949 (GBP)

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Miss Jones, the Vintage Queen of Country, Blues & all that Jazz.

Cardiff

Wales · 248 miles away

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Book from £250 (GBP)

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Irish Music, Song & Dance

Limerick

Munster, Ireland · 333 miles away

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Scottish ceilidh band

Budapest

Hungary · 1,016 miles away

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Irish trad band based in Algarve. Solo to 4-piece. EU travel

Lagos

Faro, Portugal · 1,277 miles away

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Book from €300 (EUR)

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Marven james country music

Canada Creek

Nova Scotia, Canada · 2,789 miles away

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Book from $600 (CAD)

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Six piece country rock band, covers and originals caterable to any audience

Boston

Massachusetts, United States · 3,155 miles away

(1)

Book from POA

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Country, plus, crowd-pleasing, all occasion, fun-loving, 4 piece band.

Huntsville

Ontario, Canada · 3,327 miles away

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Book from $600 (CAD)

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Celtic musician creating engaging performances on fiddle, guitar and vocals

Baltimore

Maryland, United States · 3,512 miles away

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Book from $250 (USD)

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2020 Ameripolitan Swing Band of the Year | Western | Children Music

Nashville

Tennessee, United States · 4,053 miles away

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Book from $4500 (USD)

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Rates for barn dance bands in Sunderland currently range from about £180 to £3,000+ depending on ensemble size, performance duration, and the experience level of both musicians and callers. The average cost sits around £480 for a complete evening's country dance entertainment. Larger groups with multiple instruments and seasoned callers typically command higher fees, while smaller acts or those using backing tracks offer more economical options. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 83 enquiries for Barn Dance Bands at events in the United Kingdom, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 19 October 2026.

Typical first reply
Within three hours
72% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About three months
24% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
April to July
60% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 40 miles
For the 92% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Barn Dance Bands available in Sunderland

5/5 from 68 reviews
Photo of Hoedown Band Hoedown Band "We hired the Hoedown Band for our Xmas party and they were fantastic. They were very professional, neatly presented and they sounded great on the night. We were a small crowd but their lead singer [caller] Dawn was very interactive and educational with her dance moves. The band knew their instruments and songs very well and I would certainly recommend them." Based in Newcastle upon Tyne, England (10 miles from Sunderland) - Lindsay (Bawrunga Medical Service) - Xmas Party Photo of Berking Mad ceilidh band Berking Mad ceilidh band "Dear Dave, Mike and Gerry Thank you so much again for playing at our wedding last month. All our guests are still mentioning how awesome the music/entertainment was, particularly as so many of them had never experienced a ceilidh before. They sincerely loved it. (Despite being a bit exhausted by the end of the night.) I have attached some photos from the wedding, that I thought you might like to use on your website/facebook page. Although if possible, when showing the photos please can I ask that you mention our photographer Lee Ovenden of Sophotogenic Wedding Photography as the one who made them. (His logo fell off when I downloaded the photos.) Hope you have a good season and get to host many more lovely ceilidhs . Thank you again Best Wishes Yun and Markus" Based in Whitley Bay, England (10 miles from Sunderland) Yun and Markus - Wedding reception Photo of Annasach Ceilidh Band Annasach Ceilidh Band "The Annasach Ceilidh Band made the evening of our wedding in The Netherlands unforgettable, motivating Dutch and French feet alike to dance the Scottish steps. Even my 62-year-old aunt was on her feet all evening and remarked at the end that from now on, she only wants Scottish weddings. The band also dealt very professionally with some unforeseen circumstances, rebooking their own flights when their original flights were cancelled, taking a lot of stress away from us. I will happily recommend them for any wedding or party in Scotland or abroad, and look forward to visiting one of their Ceilidhs in Edinburgh when we next find ourselves there!" Based in Edinburgh, Scotland (101 miles from Sunderland) Barbara - Wedding Photo of Acoustic VibeZ Band Acoustic VibeZ Band "These guys are awesome! I was so nervous about keeping my surprise from my girlfriend but they helped create what I had imagined - they were so professional and easy to work with and sounded great!" Based in Alloa, Scotland (126 miles from Sunderland) Mark Trowman - Proposal Photo of Point Five Ceilidh Band Point Five Ceilidh Band "A really great night, Point 5 were so accommodating, fun and professional. Also really great communication before the ceilidh, together meant my daughter had a party to remember." Based in Glasgow, Scotland (131 miles from Sunderland) 22nd September 2026 Joe Hallwood - 21st Birthday Ceilidh Photo of The Country Rocks Band The Country Rocks Band "The Country Rocks band were insane! They had everyone up on the dancefloor all night, absolutely loved their set and they definitely made our wedding! The highlight of the evening for sure, thanks to Chloe and the band!" Based in Crewe, England (132 miles from Sunderland) Dani G - Wedding

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Frequently asked questions

Pricing for barn dance bands ranges from £180 to £3,000+, with an average of £480. Rates depend on the number of musicians, performance length and whether the band provides a caller to lead the dances. Most barn dance bands include a caller as standard, which makes the event accessible to guests with no prior dance experience.

A barn dance is a social event featuring lively folk music and guided group dancing. The barn dance bands provide live music and typically include a caller who teaches guests the dances step by step before each song. No prior dance experience is needed.

Hiring barn dance bands suits a wide range of events including weddings, birthday parties, corporate team-building events, harvest celebrations and community events. Barn dancing is inclusive and fun for guests of all ages and abilities, making it an excellent group entertainment choice.

Most barn dance bands need a clear dance floor area large enough for guests to form lines and circles. A space of approximately 10 by 10 metres works well for most groups. It is worth discussing space requirements with the band based on expected guest numbers.

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