Folk Bands for Hire in Bournemouth

Discover 209 folk bands available for hire in Bournemouth, England, United Kingdom, featuring 457 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 £120.

Of the 209 suppliers listed here, 3 are based within 30 miles of Bournemouth. The other 206 are willing to travel there.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 457 reviews of Folk Bands
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Pop, rock, folk, funk duo in English, French, Spanish and Italian

Brussels

Brussels Capital, Belgium · 272 miles away

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3-piece traditional Irish group, ideal for events, drinks receptions

Kildare

Leinster, Ireland · 273 miles away

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2 piece flowerpower duo band traveling with their own hippie caravan

Bergen op Zoom

North Brabant, Netherlands · 273 miles away

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Book from €275 (EUR)

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

Antwerp

Flanders, Belgium · 275 miles away

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Book from €800 (EUR)

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Duo of fiddle/voice and guitar/voice playing Irish traditional Music and Folk

Cork

Munster, Ireland · 296 miles away

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'High-energy bluegrass at its finest' (~Bluegrass Unlimited Magazine, USA).

Utrecht

Netherlands · 316 miles away

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

Lanark

Scotland · 351 miles away

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Book from £350 (GBP)

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

Zutphen

Gelderland, Netherlands · 361 miles away

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

Edinburgh

Scotland · 366 miles away

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Book from £1051 (GBP)

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Three or four piece fun clowny pipers and street entertainers, music old and new

Paisley

Scotland · 369 miles away

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

Glasgow

Scotland · 369 miles away

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Book from £610 (GBP)

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

Glasgow

Scotland · 369 miles away

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Highly experienced Accordionist and ceilidh band

Glasgow

Scotland · 369 miles away

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Finest Country Music

Elsdorf

North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany · 369 miles away

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Bagpiper and Traditional Musician available

Westport

Connaught, Ireland · 386 miles away

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How much does it cost to hire Folk Bands in Bournemouth?

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Rates for folk musicians in Bournemouth currently range from about £120 for acoustic duos to £1,250+ for established ensembles with extensive instrumentation and performance experience. Prices reflect group size, performance duration and experience, and the average cost of £500 reflects the standard experienced folk bands bring to an event. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 190 enquiries for Folk Bands at events in the United Kingdom, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 1 November 2026.

Most requested for
Private events
21% of enquiries, with birthday parties next at 18%
Typical first reply
Within six hours
66% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About three months
23% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
June to September
50% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 40 miles
For the 95% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Folk Bands available in Bournemouth

5/5 from 457 reviews
Photo of ClusterFolk ClusterFolk "Clusterfolk played at my wedding last weekend and were absolutely amazing. They were the perfect backdrop to my wedding reception and played a mix of instrumentals and vocals. We received many compliments regarding the music and quality, and the guys are truly lovely and easy to work with. We wouldn’t hesitate to book them again" Based in Southampton, England (24 miles from Bournemouth) Aoife - Wedding Photo of Oak & Brass Oak & Brass "Oak & Brass were fantastic and a brilliant surprise for a 60th Birthday party. They were really easy to communicate with beforehand and kindly learned some of the birthday girls favourite songs for the big day. We were up and dancing the minute they started and I don't think any of the party sat down from the moment they arrived. Everyone at the party was raving about the music the day after.... I would book again in an instant. Thanks Oak & Brass!" Based in Southampton, England (24 miles from Bournemouth) Emily Davis - Private Party Photo of Mariachi Wey Mariachi Wey "AMAZING! so much energy and joy when you arrived on Thursday 10th at AICS Group! thank you for such an amazing time, had us all dancing on our feet..thank you!" Based in Bristol, England (60 miles from Bournemouth) Chris Asumadu - Corporate event Photo of Platform 1 Platform 1 "Platform 1 produce music that is uniquely beautiful. Like a bright red tie in a room full of beige, their songs have a brilliant uniqueness. With chord structures from Josh containing a subtle chromaticism blended with Martha's faultless vocal they are one of a kind." Based in Bristol, England (60 miles from Bournemouth) Dan James BGfm Radio Photo of The Deltas The Deltas "The best birthday surprise possible! I knew my husband was going to organise something special as he always likes to go all our but this was the icing on the cake! The band even performed a special coldplay song at his request for me! I feel like a very lucky lady!" Based in Weston-super-Mare, England (64 miles from Bournemouth) Maura Hemming - Birthday Party Photo of Irish Band The O'Marleys Irish Band The O'Marleys "We wanted to say thank you to all the members of the The O'Marleys for playing at our Wedding 24/7/2021 Very professional" Based in Exeter, England (72 miles from Bournemouth) Letty Simons - Wedding

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Frequently asked questions

The average price for folk bands on Gig Heaven is £500, with rates from £120 to £1,250+. 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.

The folk bands for hire 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.

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.

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.

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.

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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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