Ceilidh Bands for Hire in Brighton

Discover 37 authentic ceilidh bands available in Brighton, England, United Kingdom, specializing in traditional Scottish and Irish dance music. These professional folk groups feature skilled musicians and experienced callers ready to create memorable celebrations through participatory entertainment.

All 37 suppliers listed here are willing to travel to Brighton. The nearest is based in London, 47 miles away.

Also covers Lewes.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 179 reviews of Ceilidh Bands
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Celtic and World Music Folk Trio

London

England · 47 miles away

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Book from £700 (GBP)

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Adored, professional and fun London ceilidh band

London

England · 47 miles away

(5)

Book from £460 (GBP)

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Uilleann piper, Irish singer and musician - solo or with a band

West End of London

England · 47 miles away

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A Celtic rock ceilidh band complete with caller

Southampton

England · 55 miles away

(7)

Book from £600 (GBP)

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A Scottish Ceilidh Band that plays for Weddings, Reeling Parties, Events

Reading

England · 56 miles away

(4) Replies in ~1 hr

Book from £750 (GBP)

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Bristol based Violinist

Bristol

England · 115 miles away

(4)

Book from £250 (GBP)

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Scottish style ceilidh band with a caller

Nottingham

England · 153 miles away

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Book from £949 (GBP)

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Three piece ceilidh band

Brecon

Wales · 160 miles away

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Book from £500 (GBP)

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Celtic Irish band and Scottish Ceilidh Band

Paris

Île-de-France Region, France · 176 miles away

(1)

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6 piece Celtic Folkband bringing Irish, Scottisch, Breton and Belgian Folk

Antwerp

Flanders, Belgium · 199 miles away

(1)

Book from €800 (EUR)

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We are a 5 x piece band that sings & plays mad, bad & trad Irish / Celtic Music

Denbigh

Wales · 214 miles away

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Book from £950 (GBP)

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Two piece Irish/Scots Folk band. Ideal for Festivals, Pubs, Irish Nights etc.

Zutphen

Gelderland, Netherlands · 287 miles away

(1)

Book from €500 (EUR)

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Solo singer/ performer of Celtic music, original,country, 60s to 90s pop/rock.

Lanark

Scotland · 367 miles away

(19)

Book from £350 (GBP)

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

Edinburgh

Scotland · 376 miles away

(14)

Book from £1051 (GBP)

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Irish Music, Song & Dance

Limerick

Munster, Ireland · 384 miles away

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We love to ceilidh, and we'd love to help you with yours.

Glasgow

Scotland · 387 miles away

(71)

Book from £610 (GBP)

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High quality Ceilidh Band with songs and a caller perfect for any event!

Glasgow

Scotland · 387 miles away

(1)

Book from £1200 (GBP)

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Highly experienced Accordionist and ceilidh band

Glasgow

Scotland · 387 miles away

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How much does it cost to hire Ceilidh Bands available in Brighton, England, United Kingdom?

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The average price for Ceilidh Bands available in Brighton, England, United Kingdom is £600 (GBP). Ceilidh bands in Brighton currently range from £180 for smaller traditional ensembles to £950+ for premium folk groups with extensive repertoires and professional calling services. The average local booking cost sits around £600, with factors including group size, performance duration, and the inclusion of traditional costumes influencing final pricing. Many ceilidh groups near you offer packages that include both musical performance and caller services, ensuring guests receive complete instruction in traditional Scottish and Irish dances. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 59 enquiries for Ceilidh Bands at events in the United Kingdom, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 16 October 2026.

Most requested for
Weddings
27% of enquiries, with private events next at 23%
Typical first reply
Within 12 hours
59% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About three months
22% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
April to August
59% of events take place in these months

Reviews of Ceilidh Bands available in Brighton, England, United Kingdom

5/5 from 179 reviews
Photo of Blag Blag "Absolutely brilliant! Made the entire night and brought so much life to the party. Played a mixture of upbeat songs and irish jigs and accommodated the music we wanted for the party and accommodated all ages. So excited to book them again. The guests are still mentionioning them a whole week after our event. Most friendly and professional band you could hire. If you're looking for a band to accommodate 18+ look no further, the whole place was dancing all night. Very talented guys. Thank you so much for making our party that much better." Based in London, England (47 miles from Brighton) Ryan McHale - 50th Birthday garden party Photo of Wraggle Taggle Wraggle Taggle "I would totally recommend Wraggle Taggle Wraggle Taggle were professional, very accommodating, and went down a treat (9th February 2019 Saturday The King's Royal Hussars Officers' Mess, Tidworth Garrison, Wiltshire, SP9 7BB). They offered both amplified and non-amplified music and using their amplifiers were able to hold a full room of 90 loud and merry party goers. I would totally recommend Wraggle Taggle for any party or event and if the theme lent itself, I would, without doubt, use them again Best wishes Seb Teuber, The King's Royal Hussars 22nd February 2019" Based in London, England (47 miles from Brighton) Seb Teuber - The King's Royal Hussars Photo of Rufus Return Rufus Return "Hi Brendan, We just wanted to thank the band for a fantastic barn dance yesterday. We all had an amazing time doing the dances and the dancefloor was never empty! It all went really smoothly and we are really grateful. Sorry you weren’t able to be there but I was hoping you could pass our thanks along to the band members. Thank you for all your communication and putting our minds to ease." Based in Southampton, England (55 miles from Brighton) Lizzie Stroud - Wedding Photo of Craigievar Ceilidh Band Craigievar Ceilidh Band "Thank you for another fantastic party last night. You were all brilliant and really embraced the spirit of the event which really puts the icing on the proverbial cake. Please can we book you for 2024?!" Based in Reading, England (56 miles from Brighton) Rachael Thomson - Burns Night Reeling Party Photo of Oscar Tabor - Socially distanced concerts Oscar Tabor - Socially distanced concerts "I asked Oscar and his brother Barney to record a cover of my mums favourite song for her birthday and she absolutely loved it! It was a beautiful and very personal gift at a time when I couldn't be with her in person. Thank you both!" Based in Bristol, England (115 miles from Brighton) Anna Giles - Birthday Party Photo of Owen's Friends Owen's Friends "Overall we had a very good experience in difficult conditions. The caller handled inexperienced participants, hot weather, and minor technical challenges to deliver an enjoyable experience for all, including child-friendly dances. I recommend this band." Based in Paris, Île-de-France Region, France (176 miles from Brighton) 14th July 2026 James - Wedding

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Frequently asked questions

Pricing for ceilidh bands ranges from £180 to £950+, with an average of £600. Rates depend on the number of musicians, performance length and whether the band provides a caller to guide dancers through the steps. Most ceilidh bands include a caller as standard, but it is worth confirming when comparing options.

Most ceilidh bands need a clear dance floor area large enough for guests to form lines, circles and sets. A space of around 10 by 10 metres works well for most group sizes. The band itself needs a small stage or performance area at one end. It is worth discussing space requirements based on your expected guest numbers.

Events that commonly feature ceilidh bands include weddings, Burns Night celebrations, birthday parties, corporate team-building events and festivals. Ceilidh dancing is inclusive and energetic, making it an excellent way to get all guests involved regardless of age or dancing ability.

A ceilidh is a traditional social gathering featuring folk music and group dancing. The ceilidh bands provide lively folk music and typically include a caller who guides guests through each dance. No prior dance experience is needed, as the caller explains every step before the music begins.

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Booking as early as possible increases the chance of securing your supplier's availability on your event date, particularly during busy times of the year. However, many suppliers also accept last minute bookings, and we have successfully arranged bookings for clients with just a few hours' notice.

Contact the supplier you are interested in booking by clicking "Contact Now" on their listing. Discuss your requirements using our messaging system or join a video meeting (like a Zoom-call) to speak face-to-face. Once you are ready to confirm your booking, simply ask the supplier to send you a contract, which you can agree to online, or request amendments. Once you agree to the contract you will be asked to pay a 10% booking fee to confirm the booking, with the balance payable directly to the supplier by the due date you've agreed on.

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