Folk Bands for Hire in Preston

Discover 199 folk bands available for hire in Preston, England, United Kingdom, featuring 389 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 £100.

Of the 199 suppliers listed here, 5 are based within 30 miles of Preston. The other 194 are willing to travel there.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 389 reviews of Folk Bands
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Chloe Levaillant

Chloe Levaillant
Acoustic duo ideal for intimate concerts, weddings, birthdays or other events
Folk Band

Bern

Canton of Bern, Switzerland · 648 miles away

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Chloe & Gabriel

Chloe & Gabriel
Acoustic duo ideal for intimate concerts, weddings and dinner parties
Folk Band

Bern

Canton of Bern, Switzerland · 648 miles away

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Chiflapacu

Chiflapacu
An Argentinian folk music band ideal for private parties, weddings & ceremonies
Folk Band

Bern

Canton of Bern, Switzerland · 648 miles away

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Die Saitenspringer

Die Saitenspringer
Bavarian international experienced party and Oktoberfest band
Folk Band

Nuremberg

Bavaria, Germany · 661 miles away

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Strello - Gipsy/Folk Trio

Strello - Gipsy/Folk Trio
Eastern European folk, klezmer, tango, French waltzes, and North American tunes
Folk Band

Zürich

Canton of Zurich, Switzerland · 661 miles away

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Adar Alfandari

Adar Alfandari
Unique blues & folk guitar player and singer-songwriter 🎸
Folk Band

Berlin

Germany · 672 miles away

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Book from €250 (EUR)

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Fabileas

Fabileas
One-of-a-kind Loop and Guitar Duo
Folk Band

Berlin

Germany · 672 miles away

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Ukulele show - LELELAND

Ukulele show - LELELAND
Ukulele Duo performing catchy tunes (originals and tunes from 20s to today)
Folk Band

Munich

Bavaria, Germany · 731 miles away

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Anton Violinist & Ensemble

Anton Violinist & Ensemble
A unique fusion of classical artistry and folk energy.
Folk Band

Lugano

Canton Ticino, Switzerland · 744 miles away

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Chaos Pirata

Chaos Pirata
Pirate Folk Punk from north Italy, fatharrr an' son, who play own pirate music!
Folk Band

Nole

Piedmont, Italy · 746 miles away

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Pirate Violin

Pirate Violin
Pirate Violin pop covers instrumental and Irish folk music
Folk Band

Mjölby

OEstergoetland, Sweden · 754 miles away

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Book from €110 (EUR)

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Le Tre Sorelle

Le Tre Sorelle
Female trio playing folk music from South Italy, tarantellas and polyphonies
Folk Band

Torino

Piedmont, Italy

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Amanita

Amanita
Folk Jazz Quintet, ideal for festivals and indie accions.
Folk Band

Prague

Praha, Czech Republic · 770 miles away

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Book from €300 (EUR)

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Dalibor - Accordion (Klezmer band leader)

Dalibor - Accordion (Klezmer band leader)
Klezmer, Jewish, Balkan and East European music. Solo act or with a band.
Folk Band

Prague

Praha, Czech Republic · 770 miles away

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Mariachi La Bamba

Mariachi La Bamba
Mariachi with 15 years of experience in events, weddings, brand, etc. in Italy
Folk Band

Milan

Lombardy, Italy · 780 miles away

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

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Rates for folk musicians in Preston currently range from about £100 for acoustic duos to £1,200+ 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 3 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 Preston

5/5 from 389 reviews
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 (27 miles from Preston) Miss Linda Bilsborrow - Private Party Photo of Beer for Breakfast Beer for Breakfast "We just wanted to say a HUGE thank you for your superb work on Friday night. People were coming up to us saying 'this lot are fantastic...where did you find them?' Everyone had a ball thanks in no small part to the brilliant atmosphere you guys created. Thanks again, we wouldn't hesitate to recommend you, feel free to put anyone our way who'd like to know what you're like! Sincerely hope to see you again in the future. Warm regards, Eileen & Peter" Based in Manchester, England (27 miles from Preston) Eileen - Wedding 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 (47 miles from Preston) Dani G - Wedding Photo of Hooliemen Hooliemen "A great band, beautiful music, friendly people, punctual and helped lead us well with the dancing. I would highly recommend and book again!" Based in Pontefract, England (57 miles from Preston) 3rd November 2026 Michelle Wilde - private ceili event Photo of The Innocent The Innocent "They were just the best band ever. Great musicians, great music, extremely easy upfront communication." Based in Oswestry, England (64 miles from Preston) 18th January 2026 Christiane Prechtl and David Herbert - Wedding Photo of Dan Walsh Dan Walsh "Created such a great atmosphere with everyone and played such an incredible variety of music. Would highly recommend!" Based in Shrewsbury, England (73 miles from Preston) Louise Williams

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Frequently asked questions

The average price for folk bands on Gig Heaven is £500, with rates from £100 to £1,200+. 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.

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

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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