Folk Bands for Hire in United Kingdom

Discover 210 folk bands available for hire in United Kingdom, featuring 478 client reviews and an average rating of 5 out of 5. From Celtic folk ensembles to contemporary indie folk groups, find professional acoustic musicians for your wedding, festival, or private celebration, with prices starting from £34.

Local folk musicians offer authentic acoustic performances perfect for outdoor weddings, intimate venues, and festival-style celebrations. Each listing includes audio samples, performance videos, and verified testimonials from previous clients to help you select the ideal folk band for your occasion. Average booking price £649.

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

United Kingdom

Crewe, Cheshire East

9 reviews

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Mariachi, Latin,Cumbia,Salsa

United Kingdom

Bristol, England

6 reviews

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

United Kingdom

Edinburgh, Scotland

14 reviews

Book from £1051 (GBP)* - get a quote

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Folk and Americana band from London, UK

United Kingdom

London, Greater London

0 reviews

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Traditional Neapolitan and Italian American duo

United Kingdom

London, Greater London

4 reviews

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Solo banjo player, guitarist and vocalist

United Kingdom

Shrewsbury, Shropshire

2 reviews Avg. response time: 4 hours

Book from £250 (GBP)* - get a quote

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Klezmer band available for weddings and parties

United Kingdom

London, Greater London

3 reviews

Book from £400 (GBP)* - get a quote

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Irish singing and traditional Irish music

United Kingdom

Coventry, England

0 reviews

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3 piece folk and rock wedding band

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Lincoln, Lincolnshire

0 reviews

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Foot stomping traditional Irish music and song

United Kingdom

Southampton, England

3 reviews

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Celtic and World Music Folk Trio

United Kingdom

London, Greater London

25 reviews

Book from £700 (GBP)* - get a quote

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A Celtic rock ceilidh band complete with caller

United Kingdom

Southampton, England

7 reviews

Book from £600 (GBP)* - get a quote

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Celtic folk trio & ceili band + caller/soundman with Bose PA

United Kingdom

Pontefract, Wakefield

3 reviews

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Three piece anglo Irish folk suitable for parties, piss ups and knees ups

United Kingdom

Oxford, Oxfordshire

0 reviews

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2 piece acoustic father and son band with a wide variety of music.

United Kingdom

Armagh, Northern Ireland

1 review

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    Hire Folk Bands in United Kingdom

    Folk musicians in United Kingdom offer diverse acoustic performances ranging from traditional Celtic ballads to contemporary indie folk arrangements. These professional ensembles bring authentic instrumentation including acoustic guitars, fiddles, banjos, and rich vocal harmonies that create engaging atmospheres for weddings, festivals, and private celebrations.

    Local Folk Music Services

    Folk bands near you typically provide full entertainment packages including ceremony music, cocktail hour performances, and reception dancing sets. Their acoustic nature makes them particularly suitable for intimate venues and outdoor celebrations, while their repertoires often span traditional folk standards, contemporary covers, and original compositions that encourage audience participation.

    Folk Band Prices in Your Area

    Folk musicians in United Kingdom currently range from £34 for acoustic duos to £5895 for established ensembles with extensive instrumentation and performance experience. Local booking prices reflect factors including group size, performance duration, and professional experience level. The average cost of £649 represents the professional standard that experienced folk bands bring to special events in your area.

    How much does it cost to hire Folk Bands available in United Kingdom?

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    The average price for Folk Bands available in United Kingdom is £649 (GBP). Above you will also find a budget price and high end price. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

    Frequently asked questions


    Some folk bands also offer ceilidh or barn dance calling as part of their performance. The caller guides guests through traditional group dances, making it an inclusive and entertaining activity for all ages. To get the best results, check each band's profile to see if they offer this option.

    The folk bands in United Kingdom perform a range of folk styles including traditional, contemporary folk, Celtic, English folk, world folk and folk-rock. Many bands feature acoustic instruments such as fiddle, guitar, mandolin, accordion, bodhran and bouzouki.

    Many folk bands can perform acoustically for smaller, intimate venues. For medium to large events, most bands bring their own PA system. It is advisable to discuss the venue size and guest numbers with the band to determine the best sound setup.

    Hiring folk bands suits a wide range of events including weddings, ceilidhs, barn dances, festivals, pub events, corporate functions and cultural celebrations. Folk music creates a warm, convivial atmosphere and many bands encourage audience participation through sing-alongs and dancing.

    The average price for folk bands on Gig Heaven is £649, with rates from £34 to £5895. Cost depends on the number of musicians, performance length and the instruments involved. Folk bands feature a range of traditional instruments such as fiddle, mandolin, accordion and bodhrán, and larger groups with more players cost more.

    Yes, either add suppliers to your favourites and contact them all at once, or use the find a supplier wizard.

    Booking folk bands as early as possible increases the chance of securing their 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 performances 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% deposit to confirm the booking, with the balance payable directly to the supplier by the due date you've agreed on.

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