Folk Bands for Hire in Scarborough

Discover 202 folk bands available for hire in Scarborough, England, United Kingdom, featuring 381 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.

All 202 suppliers listed here are willing to travel to Scarborough. The nearest is based in Pontefract, 55 miles away.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 381 reviews of Folk Bands
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Hooliemen

Hooliemen
Traditional Irish folk & ceili band + caller for ceilis
Folk Band

Pontefract

England · 55 miles away

(6)

Book from £600 (GBP)

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Troy - Kora

Troy - Kora
Solo instrumentalist performing contemporary world music
Folk Band

Halifax

England · 70 miles away

No reviews yet

Book from £250 (GBP)

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Little Lions

Little Lions
3 piece folk and rock wedding band
Folk Band

Lincoln

England · 73 miles away

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Book from £1000 (GBP)

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STE LEECH Guitar/Vocals-SOLO, Duo or Trio

STE LEECH Guitar/Vocals-SOLO, Duo or Trio
Upbeat Pop songs - Irish - Americana - Folk - Originals - Care Home Songs
Folk Band

Rossendale

England · 86 miles away

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The House Devils

The House Devils
Irish band
Folk Band

Manchester

England · 93 miles away

(3) Replies in ~1 hr

Book from £400 (GBP)

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The Retrosettes duo

The Retrosettes duo
Acoustic daytime duo with male and female lead vocals
Folk Band

Manchester

England · 93 miles away

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Book from £500 (GBP)

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The Big Moose Ceilidh Band

The Big Moose Ceilidh Band
Scottish style ceilidh band with a caller
Folk Band

Nottingham

England · 97 miles away

No reviews yet

Book from £949 (GBP)

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Samantha Norman Wedding Violinist

Samantha Norman Wedding Violinist
Classical/pop covers on violin and traditional folk fiddle
Folk Band

Sheringham

England · 114 miles away

No reviews yet

Book from £340 (GBP)

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The Country Rocks Band

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

Crewe

England · 117 miles away

(9)

Book from £1400 (GBP)

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Trad Folk Experience

Trad Folk Experience
Irish singing and traditional Irish music
Folk Band

Coventry

England · 137 miles away

No reviews yet

Book from £400 (GBP)

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Julie July & The Wild Strings

Julie July & The Wild Strings
Folk, bluegrass & Americana with rich harmonies and sparkling acoustic strings.
Folk Band

West Midlands

United Kingdom

No reviews yet

Book from £650 (GBP)

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Playlisters

Playlisters
A fantastic 4-piece band ideal for Weddings, Private Parties & Corporate Events
Folk Band

Birmingham

England · 139 miles away

(23)

Book from £1050 (GBP)

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The Wee Bag Band

The Wee Bag Band
We are a 5 x piece band that sings & plays mad, bad & trad Irish / Celtic Music
Folk Band

Denbigh

Wales · 145 miles away

No reviews yet

Book from £950 (GBP)

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Dan Walsh

Dan Walsh
Solo banjo player, guitarist and vocalist
Folk Band

Shrewsbury

England · 145 miles away

(2) Replies in ~4 hrs

Book from £250 (GBP)

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The Innocent

The Innocent
Two, Three or Four piece Mumford-style Folk-rock Band
Folk Band

Oswestry

England · 146 miles away

(4) Replies in ~3 hrs

Book from £595 (GBP)

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Greensward, Folk Rock.

Greensward, Folk Rock.
5 piece Folk/Rock band.
Folk Band

England

United Kingdom

(4)

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Joe Le Taxi

Joe Le Taxi
Five-piece Zydeco band. Good rocking Louisiana Zydeco music. Dance all night!
Folk Band

Welshpool

Wales · 159 miles away

No reviews yet Replies in ~2 hrs

Book from £650 (GBP)

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Annasach Ceilidh Band

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

Edinburgh

Scotland · 160 miles away

(14)

Book from £1051 (GBP)

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

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Rates for folk musicians in Scarborough currently range from about £120 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 193 enquiries for Folk Bands at events in the United Kingdom, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 15 November 2026.

Most requested for
Private events
22% of enquiries, the same as weddings
Typical first reply
Within six hours
66% 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
June to September
50% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 40 miles
For the 96% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Folk Bands available in Scarborough

5/5 from 381 reviews
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 (55 miles from Scarborough) 3rd November 2026 Michelle Wilde - private ceili event 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 (93 miles from Scarborough) Miss Linda Bilsborrow - Private Party 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 (117 miles from Scarborough) Dani G - Wedding Photo of Playlisters Playlisters "A fantastic and talented group of guys! They had everyone up on the dance floor and were an absolute pleasure to have. I would highly recommend." Based in Birmingham, England (139 miles from Scarborough) Jim S - Birthday Party 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 (145 miles from Scarborough) Louise Williams 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 (146 miles from Scarborough) 18th January 2026 Christiane Prechtl and David Herbert - Wedding

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Frequently asked questions

The average price for folk bands on Gig Heaven is £500, with rates from £120 to £1,200+. 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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