Ceilidh Bands for Hire in Nottingham

Discover 37 authentic ceilidh bands available in Nottingham, 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.

Of the 37 suppliers listed here, 2 are based within 30 miles of Nottingham. The other 35 are willing to travel there.

Also covers Mansfield.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 182 reviews of Ceilidh Bands
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Scottish style ceilidh band with a caller

Nottingham

England

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Book from £949 (GBP)

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4 piece Ceilidh / Barn Dance Band with Caller

Nottingham

England

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Book from £850 (GBP)

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Willing to travel to Nottingham

Based more than 30 miles from Nottingham, nearest first

Trad style music on fiddle, flute, cittern and guitar plus experienced caller

Sheffield

England · 32 miles away

(6)

Book from £400 (GBP)

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Irish band

Manchester

England · 58 miles away

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Book from £400 (GBP)

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

Denbigh

Wales · 95 miles away

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Book from £950 (GBP)

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

Reading

England · 104 miles away

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Book from £750 (GBP)

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

West End of London

England · 108 miles away

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Celtic and World Music Folk Trio

London

England · 109 miles away

(25)

Book from £700 (GBP)

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Three piece ceilidh band

Brecon

Wales · 117 miles away

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Book from £500 (GBP)

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Bristol based Violinist

Bristol

England · 120 miles away

(4)

Book from £250 (GBP)

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

Lanark

Scotland · 216 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 · 223 miles away

(14)

Book from £1051 (GBP)

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

Glasgow

Scotland · 237 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 · 237 miles away

(1)

Book from £1200 (GBP)

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Highly experienced Accordionist and ceilidh band

Glasgow

Scotland · 237 miles away

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Rich Gordon is a saxophonist, bagpiper and guitarist available for all events

Cupar

Scotland · 244 miles away

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Solo vocal/guitar playing Scottish folk and pop and huge repertoire of standards

Stirling

Scotland · 246 miles away

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

Stirling

Scotland · 246 miles away

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

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The average price for Ceilidh Bands available in Nottingham, England, United Kingdom is £600 (GBP). Rates for ceilidh bands in Nottingham currently range from about £180 for smaller traditional ensembles to £950+ for premium folk groups with extensive repertoires and professional calling services. The average booking cost sits around £600, with factors including group size, performance duration, and the inclusion of traditional costumes influencing final pricing. Many ceilidh groups 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 17 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 Nottingham, England, United Kingdom

5/5 from 182 reviews
Photo of Bellows, Scratchitt & Pluckitt Bellows, Scratchitt & Pluckitt "Bellows, Scratchitt & Pluckitt came and played for our wedding reception in October and did an absolutely fantastic job. They read the room extremely well, making sure that the dances were appropriate to the ability of the group, and did their best to include everyone from 3 year olds to 83 year olds. We had so much fun and would highly recommend them!" Based in Nottingham, England Sam & Cat Pepper - wedding Photo of The Bash Street Band The Bash Street Band "Peter and I wanted to thank you for your fantastic performance at our wedding. You really did make the reception extra special. We have written a review for you on Last Minute Musicians. (Nimmi and Peter, Buxton)" Based in Sheffield, England (32 miles from Nottingham) Nimmi and Peter - Buxton wedding Photo of The House Devils The House Devils "Professional, prompt, entertaining, absolutely made my party. Can't recommend them highly enough if you want to make your event a success." Based in Manchester, England (58 miles from Nottingham) Miss Linda Bilsborrow - Private Party 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 (104 miles from Nottingham) Rachael Thomson - Burns Night Reeling Party 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 (109 miles from Nottingham) Ryan McHale - 50th Birthday garden 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 (120 miles from Nottingham) Anna Giles - Birthday Party

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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.

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