Folk Bands for Hire in Yorkshire

Discover 200 folk bands available for hire in Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom, featuring 394 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.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 394 reviews of Folk Bands
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Solo singer/ performer of Celtic music, original,country, 60s to 90s pop/rock.

Lanark

Scotland

(20)

Book from £350 (GBP)

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

Edinburgh

Scotland

(14)

Book from £1051 (GBP)

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Award-winning Power Trio playing indie, folk, rock and pop through the decades!

Aylesbury

England

(7)

Book from £3300 (GBP)

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The Fire-Breathing Festival Band that rocks hard, with a twist of folk!

Aylesbury

England

(5)

Book from £715 (GBP)

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

Oxford

England

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Book from £180 (GBP)

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Anglo Irish Country Duo performing originals and covers

Oxford

England

(1)

Book from £150 (GBP)

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Purveyors of classic and original Irish and celtic inspired folk music.

Oxford

England

(1)

Book from £250 (GBP)

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Three piece ceilidh band

Brecon

Wales

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Book from £500 (GBP)

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

Glasgow

Scotland

(71)

Book from £610 (GBP)

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

Glasgow

Scotland

(1)

Book from £1200 (GBP)

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Highly experienced Accordionist and ceilidh band

Glasgow

Scotland

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

Paisley

Scotland

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Book from £600 (GBP)

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

West End of London

England

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Folk and Americana band from London, UK

London

England

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Book from £1000 (GBP)

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Traditional Neapolitan and Italian American duo

London

England

(6)

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

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Rates for folk musicians in Yorkshire 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 5 November 2026.

Most requested for
Private events
23% 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 two months
23% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
May to September
59% 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 Yorkshire

5/5 from 394 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 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 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 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 Dani G - Wedding 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 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 Louise Williams

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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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