Ceili and Barn Dances in the Yorkshire Dales for hire

The SH Band are a family band who have a special enthusiasm for the traditional music and dance of Yorkshire and also enjoy performing a variety of tunes and dances from other parts of England, Scotland and abroad including Ceilidh and Old Time. They are a three piece band and play Fiddle/melodeon, Guitar/mandolin and Tenor horn/whistles in a traditional acoustic style and perform using amplification for ceilidhs and barn dances or play, for dancing and/or listening music acoustically, for small ...show more

The NF Ceilidh Band are a traditional band based in the North West. Between them they have many years experience playing both for Ceilidh dances and in concert. the Yorkshire Dales is within this band’s local area for dances. For dancing, they use tunes that best fit the dances, wherever they are from! Most of their repertoire is British or Irish, with a smattering of tunes from the rest of Europe, the USA and a few of their own making.

An all English Barn Dance Band. Combining the best in British folk music with modern rock and reggae rhythms, the TT Band is an experienced English Country Dance Band that provides strong infectious music for ceilidh and folk dances. The band regularly plays for private functions in the Yorkshire Dales. They are part of the new wave of folk dance bands that plays strong funky music for people of all ages to dance to.

The band have a well established pedigree of musical ability and experience, with many years playing in the North West including festivals at Ke ...show more

Hailing from south Cumbria, the RF Ceilidh Band are a lively band of musicians who play traditional Celtic Ceilidh music with a swing and a twist to keep you on your toes. A fun band for a wedding or party in the Yorkshire Dales. They play a range of jigs, reels, polkas and tunes from the Lake District and also feature folk songs and ballads whilst the dancers get their breath back! Whatever the event, the RF Ceilidh Band will tailor their musical talents to suit the occasion. You may choose a full evening of Ceilidh dancing, or simply background soun ...show more

If you're looking for a high-energy Celtic ceilidh band in the North West - look no further. This band plays for parties, weddings and other events in and around the Yorkshire Dales. The DB Ceilidh Band never fail to entertain and guarantee a fun night for everyone. With a top-notch caller to guide you through the evening, they cater for all age groups, from experienced dancers to casual party-goers and anything in between. They perform lively renditions of traditional music and dances of the British Isles, from fast jigs and reels to slow, lilting Celtic love songs. This band play ...show more

The CJ Ceilidh Band are experienced musicians who have
played for many years and come highly recommended. the Yorkshire Dales is within this band’s local area for dances. Having done various prestige functions and weddings over the years they can assure a good time for all.

The CJ Ceilidh Band have had bookings such as the Burns Club of London at the Russell Hotel; The Royal Scottish Association Concert/Dance at headquarters in Covent Garden; Burns Night Dinner/Dance Thistle Hotel in Manchester; Manchester City Hall
Mayor's Fund raiser; and Universit ...show more

If you want an exciting, energetic ceilidh , then this is the band for you. The ceilidh band play an exciting blend of Disco, Reggae, Ska, Bhangra and more alongside Irish, English and European folk tunes played by some of the North West’s finest. This band is destined to make people smile with their driving beats and memorable melodies. Accessible dances, expertly called. The band regularly plays for private functions in the Yorkshire Dales. The PG Band will go down brilliantly at weddings, celebrations, festivals, corporate and other events, with a dance cal ...show more

If you want an exciting, energetic ceilidh , then this is the band for you. The ceilidh band play an exciting blend of Disco, Reggae, Ska, Bhangra and more alongside Irish, English and European folk tunes played by some of the North West’s finest. This band is destined to make people smile with their driving beats and memorable melodies. Accessible dances, expertly called. A fun band for a wedding or party in the Yorkshire Dales. The PG Band will go down brilliantly at weddings, celebrations, festivals, corporate and other events, with a dance cal ...show more

The SL Band are a fun ceilidh and barn dance band based in the North West. This band plays for parties, weddings and other events in and around the Yorkshire Dales. They are highly experienced musicians and, together with their in-house caller, provide a good evening's entertainment - ideal for birthdays, weddings, anniversaries, theme nights, fundraisers and more. Their musicians have an eclectic background; as well as traditional ceilidh and folk, they also work in classical, jazz, big bands and brass bands!

The band are available from a small band of a single musician + caller ...show more

A ceilidh without borders! This band mix Irish with a splash of American, Scottish, even Balkan, and a few surprises - in a 5 piece band that likes to put on a show with some great accessible ceilidh dances. the Yorkshire Dales is within this band’s local area for dances. Irish jigs, red hot fiddle tunes and the odd modern song thrown in. You might find yourself waltzing to “Perfect Day” or “Que Sera”, stripping the willow to classic Irish, or tango to “Sway”. Fiddle, accordion, guitar/banjo, drums, bass and vocals and a caller with humour and patience. The ...show more

The RB Band are a folk trio playing Celtic music for ceilidhs and folk nights, St Patrick's and Burns Night. The band regularly plays for private functions in the Yorkshire Dales. They can include songs for when your dancers need to get their breath back! The instruments that they play include bouzouki, fiddle, button accordion, guitar and flute.

An all American Barn Dance Band, the LCS Band offers a great Hoedown evening, just right for the 21st century with swinging tunes and dances to everything from Johnny Cash to YMCA. The band perform both with callers as a "cowboy ceilidh"and without as a storming dance band. A fun band for a wedding or party in the Yorkshire Dales. Their high energy show mixes dynamic songs with traditional tunes, and country takes on modern classics. The dance callers bring people together - you'll find yourself laughing with strangers! For a total hoedown showd ...show more

The OB Band are one of the most respected barn dance bands in the North West. They specialise in playing for ceilidhs, barn dances and hoedowns. This band plays for parties, weddings and other events in and around the Yorkshire Dales. The band's danceable and foot-tapping sound is based on a varied range of instruments - melodeon, banjo, bouzouki, mandolin, acoustic guitar, electric guitar and bass.

The sole aim of an OB ceilidh is a good time for everybody. They can guarantee an enjoyable and fun-packed evening of jigs, reels, polkas, waltzes and hornpipes - a really good night ...show more

The RT Band are an experienced ceilidh band who play venues throughout the North West of England. They play at folk festivals, parties, wedding receptions and other events. the Yorkshire Dales is within this band’s local area for dances.

As you are probably aware, the great advantage of folk dance for a party (or any other event) is that your guests need not know anything at all about folk dancing as the whole thing is explained by the caller and walked through once or twice beforehand.

The line up for this band consists of melodeon, fiddle, guitar, b ...show more

The MF Ceilidh Band are a lively 3 piece band (plus caller), hailing from the North of England. The band regularly plays for private functions in the Yorkshire Dales. They are available for all kinds of events - usually across Northumberland, Tyne & Wear and County Durham, and sometimes further afield. Great for weddings, corporate entertainment, fundraisers, family gatherings and more. All dances are fully called and suitable for absolute beginners, expert dancers and anything in between!

The AS Ceilidh Band, based in Middlesbrough, are a very experienced ceilidh band featuring top class musicians and callers. A fun band for a wedding or party in the Yorkshire Dales. They are equally at home playing for weddings, anniversaries, corporate events, Burns night, St Patrick's, or fundraisers. Featuring multiple instruments, they will give you a night to remember!

As well as tailoring their repertoire to your needs, the band can play a themed ceilidh - be it Irish, Scottish, American or English. They are also an accomplished concert band, ...show more

This band can perform as an all Scottish Ceilidh, Irish Ceili, English Barn Dance or a mixture of all. The MR Ceilidh/barn dance band is a lively band of three experienced musicians and a dance caller. This band plays for parties, weddings and other events in and around the Yorkshire Dales. They play and sing music and songs from the English, Scottish and Irish traditions for dancing and listening to, at wedding receptions, birthday parties and corporate events. Line up consists of melodeon and fiddle, guitar and flute, and flute and whistle. They work with experienced dance caller ...show more

The NFB Band hail from Yorkshire and are a "power trio" of melodeon, fiddle and percussion. the Yorkshire Dales is within this band’s local area for dances. They have a mixed repertoire of the English and Scottish styles, or can stick to all the Scottish standards if you want a more traditional Scottish experience. They have a full sound and a rhythm that's sure to get everyone up and dancing, and their caller will take everyone through the dance steps. They supply all the required equipment, PAT tested and covered by PLI.

Paul's Compact Ceilidh is one of our "one person band" ceilidh artists. Paul calls the dances and also plays melodeon. The band regularly plays for private functions in the Yorkshire Dales. Paul is an accomplished multi-instrumentalist playing in many bands - he knows his stuff and is able to get you all dancing, regardless of your age or expertise! He also brings all required equipment with him (all PAT tested and covered by PLI) and is ideal for intimate or quirky venues where there might not be space for a full band.

The RS Duo hail from the North of England and are a melodeon/fiddle duo - Paul (melodeon) also calls the dances. A fun band for a wedding or party in the Yorkshire Dales. They have a mixed repertoire of the Irish and Scottish styles, or can stick to all the Scottish standards if you want a more traditional Scottish experience. They have a wide variety of tunes and dances to suit all abilities, with a lovely interplay between the fiddle and melodeon melody lines for listening between dances. They supply all the required equipment, PAT tested and covere ...show more

This band have been playing for dances for many years. A professional trio, they take a pride in providing good quality entertainment at weddings and party dances for all ages. This band plays for parties, weddings and other events in and around the Yorkshire Dales.

The band line-up includes melodeon, keyboard/guitar and bass/recorder. Their caller offers most popular dances including traditional classics such as The Virginia Reel, Cumberland Square Eight and Strip the Willow - good for beginners. She also calls American contras and sung squares - and novelty dances such as the ...show more

The NL Barn Dance Band have been providing quality ceilidhs and music for over 20 years. Their sound draws from their Northumbrian, Irish and Scottish heritage, making a melting pot of Celtic influences and a wide variety of lively and exciting music. the Yorkshire Dales is within this band’s local area for dances. They play all the ceilidh favourites (Dashing White Sergeant, Strip The Willow, Virginia Reel, etc) as well as waltzes, circle dances, square dances and instrumental pieces while you get your breath back!

With a huge repertoire of music and dances from the British Isles, and America. The band regularly plays for private functions in the Yorkshire Dales. The band plays for all the main Ceilidh nights, namely Burns Night, St. Andrew's Day, St. Patrick's Day, New Years Eve, and Hoe Downs for American Independence Day. BBC Music Live Festival, broadcast on the BBC, been twice featured on Radio Merseyside's Folk Scene programme, as well as many other local radio stations around the country

Great music, great dances, great calling (all abilities and ages), great PA. The BD Ceilidh Band is very flexible and aim to keep everyone happy. A fun band for a wedding or party in the Yorkshire Dales. They have a massive amount of experience and are very very reliable. They have traveled throughout the UK and into Europe. Kim is a Northumbrian language expert and Matt is knowledgeable about all things Border, especially Pipes. The band have played for many Weddings, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Conferences and Corporate functions. Clients include ma ...show more

The BB Band are a professional four piece Irish Band offering a fantastic and lively range of Irish music. This band plays for parties, weddings and other events in and around the Yorkshire Dales. They came together about 10 years ago to form one of the most vibrant and lively bands on the Irish music scene today.

They specialise in Ceilidhs and can offer all types of Ceilidh, whether you want to have an Irish, Scottish or English flavour!

They come equipped and ready to play at all types of music venues from small to very large, e.g. Festivals, Pubs, Clubs, Corporate Event ...show more

The BB Ceilidh Band are a great choice for weddings. The choice of dances and songs are tailored especially for weddings, with the emphasis being on fun, enabling your guests to get to know each other. the Yorkshire Dales is within this band’s local area for dances. Their set-up is suitable for halls of all sizes, marquees and hotels.

If you've ever been dubious about booking a ceilidh / barn dance band for your wedding, wondering if a disco might be more suitable, then BB are the band for you. Pumping out loud and lively folk-rock tunes for some fast an ...show more

Many moons ago, three men were born in Sheffield and played rock music together. Many less moons ago two women grew up in Wales and played folk music beautifully. Eventually the women went to university in Sheffield and the OK Ceilidh Band, blending traditional ceilidh fun with a driving rhythm and backing, was born. Together they can bring a truly ROCKING ceilidh to your party or event. They travel all over the UK. The band regularly plays for private functions in the Yorkshire Dales.

This band plays lively folk music for English ceilidhs (also known as barn dances or English country dances), Scottish ceilidhs, Irish ceilis, and French and Swedish bals. A fun band for a wedding or party in the Yorkshire Dales. Combining traditional music with stomping rhythm, tight arrangements, singing and fun, they will infect all of your guests with an irresistible dancing itch! All dances are fully explained by a friendly, experienced caller, so no prior knowledge is required, you just have to be willing to get up and give it a try!

The CS Band is a lively barn dance band which plays for barn dances, ceilidhs, festivals, weddings and private functions.
The band specialises in the lively jigs, reels and hornpipes and the tuneful slow airs and waltzes which feature in the traditional music of Northumberland and the Borders. This band plays for parties, weddings and other events in and around the Yorkshire Dales.

For those who don’t know the dances, the band’s caller, will explain all the steps and encourage the cautious to join in and have a wonderful time.

The basis of the band’s great sound is the tr ...show more

The NJ Band are a ceilidh/barn dance band unlike any other. Hip Hop and ceilidh don't often go together, but here they do, and it just works! It's a modern take on a traditional ceilidh. the Yorkshire Dales is within this band’s local area for dances. Mixing traditional tunes on the fiddle and accordion with the classic breaks from old-school and contemporary hip-hop, disco and fun - the music appeals across generations, cultures and abilities, making sure the dance floor is full and that everyone has a great time.

The BT Trio regularly play ceilidhs with Tim calling the dances and playing percussion/brass, Nina playing piano with equal dexterity (and enchanting you with her voice on occasions) and Simon on melodeon!. The band regularly plays for private functions in the Yorkshire Dales.

If you are looking for a band for a fund-raising event or wishing for a slightly more informal evening for the smaller relaxed night, this may well be your answer when considering 'live' music for your ceilidh or barn dance - especially if you would like the kids involved as well !.

T ...show more

The JB Ceilidh Band will provide an energetic ceilidh experience with this multi-talented acoustic trio, who play enchanting and melody-driven music for dancers. A fun band for a wedding or party in the Yorkshire Dales.

The JB Band are a new ceilidh band formed by a collective desire to create uplifting tune music for jiggin' aboot. Morag, their caller, will lead you through all the familiar Scottish dances plus more from around the world. The band incorporate arrangements of their own compositions into the repertoire.

The band's lineup is Mor ...show more

Acclaimed for their uplifting, grooving show, this band bring together thrilling arrangements of European folk music and self-penned tracks to craft a diverse and explosive set. This band plays for parties, weddings and other events in and around the Yorkshire Dales. Fiddles, whistles, guitar, vocals, bass and percussion combine to show their folk, jazz, soul and world music influences with a clarity and maturity that has brought this lively group of young musicians a proliferate following.

The five-piece band come from across England, and share a wealth of musical experience – f ...show more

The SH Ceilidh Band have a fantastic reputation as an established Scottish ceilidh band. They always guarantee a great night from first note to last, for every type of event. the Yorkshire Dales is within this band’s local area for dances. Their caller will guide you through the dances in an entertaining way - no dancer is ever left behind! A band of young, fresh and talented musicians, the SH Band play a traditional style of Scottish ceilidh music with a modern twist.

If you are looking for a Ceilidh Band to get your party, event or wedding going, then look no further! The EBD Band are known on the circuit for their lively shows, great musicianship and friendly attitude. The band regularly plays for private functions in the Yorkshire Dales. Their performance builds up from the moment they strike up playing Irish, Scottish, English and traditional music in their upbeat, lively way.

The caller, one of the most energetic around, will have everyone on their feet from the first dance onwards.

An all Scottish Ceilidh Band, the RS Ceilidh & Disco Band are an upbeat and energetic ceilidh band that will have everyone up on their feet and dancing the night away. A fun band for a wedding or party in the Yorkshire Dales. Fresh to the ceilidh scene, their music is breathing life into functions up and down the country!


The RS Band realise that your event is unique and the band will strive to make your experience the best it can be. They will provide a caller to guide everyone through the steps of every dance and will decide on the night what ...show more

An all Scottish ceilidh band, the NR Band have a long track-record of performing top-quality, competitively-priced ceilidhs for weddings, parties, celebrations and corporate events. This band plays for parties, weddings and other events in and around the Yorkshire Dales.

With a vast range of experience, the Band is made up of professional musicians who have studied at The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland (formerly RSAMD), The Royal Northern College of Music and The Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts and have performed in many ensembles, orchestras and bands. The band's profes ...show more

The HT Ceilidh Band are a professional ensemble who play for ceilidhs and barn dances all over the UK. the Yorkshire Dales is within this band’s local area for dances. They are composed of professional musicians who have a passion for delivering a polished performance which is guaranteed to help your party, wedding or function go with a swing! They bring an experienced, competent (and patient!!) caller who can ensure everyone has a great time. The HT band have an extensive repertoire of English, Irish and Scottish tunes to keep you dancing all evening.