Irish / Scottish Entertainment for Hire in Middlesbrough

Find authentic Celtic entertainment available in Middlesbrough, England, United Kingdom with 119 Irish and Scottish acts available for hire. Celtic musicians and traditional bands offer performances from around £100, averaging £330, and are rated 5 out of 5 across 348 client reviews.

Of the 119 suppliers listed here, one is based within 30 miles of Middlesbrough. The other 118 are willing to travel there.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 348 reviews of Irish / Scottish Entertainment
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Glasgow

Scotland · 149 miles away

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Book from £610 (GBP)

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Versatile and classy - Jazz, Musical Theatre, Opera and more...

Glasgow

Scotland · 149 miles away

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Book from £100 (GBP)

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A self confessed ‘music geek’ and crowd pleaser

Glasgow

Scotland · 149 miles away

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Book from £1050 (GBP)

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

Glasgow

Scotland · 149 miles away

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Book from £1200 (GBP)

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Highly experienced Accordionist and ceilidh band

Glasgow

Scotland · 149 miles away

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Irish singing and traditional Irish music

Coventry

England · 150 miles away

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Book from £400 (GBP)

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Solo vocal/guitar playing Scottish folk and pop and huge repertoire of standards

Stirling

Scotland · 150 miles away

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Book from £250 (GBP)

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We have two bands -traditional ceilidh band and French Cafe Band

Stirling

Scotland · 150 miles away

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Book from £600 (GBP)

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

Paisley

Scotland · 153 miles away

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Book from £600 (GBP)

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A contemporary approach to the traditional Scottish ceilidh

Aberdeen

Scotland · 181 miles away

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Book from £750 (GBP)

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One man, full-band sound! Live Scottish ceilidh music, and expert dance calling.

Aberdeen

Scotland · 181 miles away

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Book from £595 (GBP)

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An experienced, full-time professional piper for your special occasion.

Hereford

England · 184 miles away

(1)

Book from £160 (GBP)

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Beautiful acoustic melodies, Energetic loop station anthems and Pumping DJsets

Belfast

Northern Ireland · 188 miles away

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

Oxford

England · 195 miles away

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Book from £180 (GBP)

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Anglo Irish Country Duo performing originals and covers

Oxford

England · 195 miles away

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Book from £150 (GBP)

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Rates for Irish and Scottish entertainment in Middlesbrough currently range from about £100 to £800+ depending on the size and experience of the act. The average cost of £330 reflects the specialized nature of Celtic music and the skill required to master traditional instruments. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 209 enquiries for Irish / Scottish Entertainment at events in the United Kingdom, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 8 November 2026.

Most requested for
Weddings
27% of enquiries, with private events next at 17%
Typical first reply
Within 12 hours
61% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About two months
31% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
May to September
57% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 40 miles
For the 89% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Irish / Scottish Entertainment available in Middlesbrough

5/5 from 348 reviews
Photo of Nadia Violin Nadia Violin "Very nice lady, Played beautifully! Highly recommend her! (10 / 10)" Based in Richmond, England (23 miles from Middlesbrough) Michael - Romantic violin for private event 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 (61 miles from Middlesbrough) 3rd November 2026 Michelle Wilde - private ceili event Photo of Lesley Locke Violinist Lesley Locke Violinist "Lesley was wonderful. Such a talented Violinist. No fuss, turned up early and set everything up very efficiently. The sounds quality was amazing. It was a surprise for my grandparents and they loved it. She played their song for them, and my grandmother nearly missed it! When she arrived back Lesley kindly played it for them again so they could dance to it. It was a beautiful moment. There was 11 of for the private dinner party. Every guest said that Lesley made the evening. I would highly recommend and would book again in a heart beat!" Based in Hull, England (68 miles from Middlesbrough) Lauren James - Private dinner for 50th Anniversary 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 (86 miles from Middlesbrough) Miss Linda Bilsborrow - Private Party Photo of Bob Ferguson Songwriter Bob Ferguson Songwriter "We all had an amazing night, all the sailors loved your performance and it really made a massive difference to the night, it really brightened up the spirits of everyone and made it a night to remember, extremely worth it and a very fair price. Keep in touch bob." Based in Lanark, Scotland (126 miles from Middlesbrough) 21st October 2026 Daniel Kokocinski - HMS Glasgow Pickle Night 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 (143 miles from Middlesbrough) Louise Williams

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Frequently asked questions

The average price for Irish / Scottish entertainment on Gig Heaven is £330, with rates from £100 to £800+. Pricing depends on the number of musicians, set length and the style of music. Irish and Scottish entertainment includes options such as ceilidh bands, traditional folk groups, pipers and Celtic solo artists, with ensemble size being the biggest factor in cost.

The Celtic acts on Gig Heaven include ceilidh bands, bagpipers, Irish folk bands, Scottish country dance bands, Celtic harpists, fiddle players and traditional music ensembles. Many acts offer both music and dance calling for group dances.

Typical bookings for Irish / Scottish entertainment include weddings, Burns Night suppers, St Patrick's Day events, ceilidhs, barn dances, corporate team-building events and cultural celebrations. Celtic music creates a warm, communal atmosphere and often involves audience participation through dancing.

Many Celtic acts include a caller who guides guests through traditional Irish or Scottish dances. No prior experience is needed, as the caller explains each dance before the music starts. This is one of the most popular interactive entertainment options for weddings and corporate events.

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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.

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