The London Ceilidh Band

Ceilidh Band

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Ceilidh
Folk
Traditional
Scottish
Irish
London
£723 (avg. price)
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About The London Ceilidh Band – professional ceilidh band for hire in London

The London Ceilidh Band has lots of experience playing for Scottish themed ceilidhs and Irish musical nights and we guarantee that we can put a sparkle into your event.

There is a vitality to our sound that encourages people to get up and dance.

Whether it's a wedding, a student social or a community fundraiser, we will give it a professional touch.

As a band, we have performed for a variety of events in a huge range of venues including exclusive hotels, stately homes and village halls.

We're regularly booked to perform for weddings and events at Cecil Sharp House, The Honourable Artillery Company and East Dulwich Tavern in London.

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More information about The London Ceilidh Band

The London Ceilidh Band is a group of musicians who provide live Celtic music for special occasions.

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We are based in Croydon but would consider travelling throughout the South East.

We are a traditional style band which includes accordion, violin, bass guitar and drums.

Every band member is an experienced musician and as a group we have performed for parties, weddings, and fundraising events.

We can also play French Café music to give the right atmosphere for receptions and themed evenings.
So if you're looking to hire the finest ceilidh band London has to offer for your special occasion, get in touch with us!

Here are just some of the locations where we have been booked by clients on FixTheMusic for weddings and events...

  • The Honourable Artillery Company
  • The Milestone Hotel & Residences
  • Cecil Sharp House
  • Mycenae House, Greenwich
  • Unilever World HQ, London
  • Bernie Cameron Centre
  • Pembroke Lodge, Richmond Park
  • Studio Voltaire, London
  • East Dulwich Tavern, London
  • Colliers Wood Community Centre
  • CrossFit Shapesmiths
  • Battle, UK
  • Archway, London, UK
  • Islington, London, UK

So if you're looking to hire the finest ceilidh band London has to offer for your wedding or event, get in touch with us!

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12 Verified Reviews

"The London Ceilidh band performed at our 50th birthday party and were absolutely great from start to finish! Simon was very communicative from our first interaction and delivered exactly what we needed on the night.
Lots of people at the party had never done ceilidh dancing before and the caller gave clear instructions and the dance floor was constantly packed.
We had lots of positive comments from our guest about the band and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them.
Thanks for making it a night to remember,
Audrey & Martin
"

Audrey Gray, 14 January 2025, 50th birthday party in Archway, London, UK
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"The London Ceilidh band were fantastic. From the first call with Simon, who I found helpful, and also genuinely passionate about making our event special, through to them being so accommodating to our slightly unusual venue and format, and then finally a wonderfully upbeat set on the night, I couldn't have asked for more. The team LOVED it, There were even a few who had never ceilidh-ed before, who are now massive converts. Thank you SO much. I would highly recommend them. "

Siobhan Canniffe, 6 January 2025, work event in Islington, London, UK
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"The London Ceilidh Band were an awesome edition to our party. Communication was awesome before the event and they got fully involved in our medieval theme.

Wonderful music played throughout the night. Thanks so much! "

Naomi, 8 December 2024, medieval themed party at CrossFit Shapesmiths, London, UK
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"The band communicated well with us prior to our 40th anniversary party, arrived punctually on the day smartly dressed in coordinated outfits. They were responsive to our requests for timings throughout the evening. The band were sensitive to the varied mobility levels of our guests, the calling was clear and the pace of the music and balance between the different instruments provided the perfect accompaniment to the dancing. One guest wrote afterwards saying it was fun to join in many of the well-known dances that the caller had chosen. She was efficient and effective, and everyone seemed to enjoy taking part - very few sat out the whole evening, and those that did enjoyed the music and watching the permutations on the floor! Thoroughly recommended!"

Meg Mitchell, 3 December 2024, anniversary party at Bernie Cameron Community Centre, London, UK
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"Hi Simon, Thanks so much for playing for us today - we had an absolute blast and you've created some ceilidh converts. I hope you get a chance to play at Cecil Sharp again soon. Thanks again, Jen."

Jennifer Fee, 15 November 2024, event at Cecil Sharp House, 2 Regent's Park Road, London
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"We hired the London Ceilidh Band for our wedding at Pembroke Lodge in Richmond and we would have no hesitation recommending them for a future event. Simon was helpful and communicative in the run up to the event. The band played a great set with brilliant musicians and clear instructions - successfully managing a lot of enthusiastic first time ceilidh dancers! So many of our guests commented on how much fun they had for the ceilidh. We had a wonderful time and want to say a huge thanks to the band."

Alasdair Hutchison, 14 August 2024, wedding at Pembroke Lodge, Richmond, UK
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"They were fantastic. Great communication pre arrival, flexible and easy to contact. The band played French cafe music for us during a sit down dinner and then into the ceilidh which was very lively and great fun. The caller had most people up dancing and everyone had a great time. Would highly recommend The London Ceilidh Band."

Gina McCluskie, 25 March 2024, party in London, UK
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"This is just a short note to thank you and The London Ceilidh Band for your fantastic playing at our Burns Supper on the 25th of January at Minley Manor. Your 2-hour slot rounded off what was a memorable and very successful function. Everyone has been very complimentary of the band and the way in which the caller managed to get everyone involved. You were certainly a hit amongst the officers and it is a function that will be fondly remembered."

George Carrell, 28 January 2024, event for The Royal School of Military Engineering Regiment
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"Wonderful evening with The London Ceilidh Band with inclusive dances, clear (and audible) directions from their caller who enabled all levels of confidence to take part. Many compliments from our guests. Clear and straightforward communication. We look forward to our next ceilidh with the London Ceilidh band!"

Naomi Kemp, 2 November 2023, event in London, UK
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"This is just to thank you and the band very much for playing at our party on Saturday. Lots of people commented on how good the band was and what fun they had. Dave is a great caller and everyone who wished to was able to join in."

Judith Barkes, 26 October 2023, party in Farnborough
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"Fabulous evening, thank you to The London Ceilidh Band. It was easy to book through FTM all very straightforward from payment and planning the evening with the band. I would definitely recommend"

Stephen Humphreys, 1 August 2023, 10-year anniversary party in London, UK
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"When Jessie and I sought a ceilidh band for our wedding, we were looking for precisely what you guys provided. People naturally and cheerfully fell into dancing and it all had a lovely cheerful quality. I particularly remember seeing my father beaming as he belted out Auld Lang Syne and the extraordinary joy of all the men rushing into the centre of the circle to shout exuberantly. Many thanks to you and all of The London Ceilidh Band for doing such an excellent job and fitting right into the evening even as I remained unsure of what the timings were going to be. Every time I came over to speak to you or any of the group you were all calm and friendly."

Huw Green, 19 May 2023, wedding at The Amadeus Centre, London
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Set List

Ceilidh

The Schottische
The Galopede
Brighton Camp
Rakes of Mallow
Buffalo Girls
Gay Gordons
St.Bernard’s Waltz
Bobby Shaftoe medley
French Peasant Dance
Dashing White Sergeant
The Flying Scotsman
Cumberland Reel
Buttered Peas
Morpeth Rant
Westmorland Cottagers
American Set
Connaught Man’s Rambles
Scottish Dance
Marie’s Wedding
Scotland the Brave
Blue Bell Polka
De’il among the Tailors
Whistling Rufus - Strip the Willow
Athol Highlanders
Davy Davy Knick-Knack
Steamboat - Off To California
Farewell to the Tay
Cotton Eye Joe
Heel and Toe Polka
Military Two Step
Fiery Clock Face Medley
Soldier's Joy
The Leaving of Liverpool

French Café pieces

L’Accordioniste
Under Paris Skies
Chanson D’Amour
Pigalle
Milord
Plus Bleu que tes yeux
Under the Bridges of Paris
Song of the Moulin Rouge
Non, je ne regrette rien
La Vie En Rose
Domino
Padam Padam

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The London Ceilidh Band - Bluebell Polka
The London Ceilidh Band - Buffalo Girls
The London Ceilidh Band - Davy Davy Knick Knack
The London Ceilidh Band - Whistling Rufus
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12 Reviews about The London Ceilidh Band

Audrey Gray

 — 14 January 2025
50th birthday party in Archway, London, UK

"The London Ceilidh band performed at our 50th birthday party and were absolutely great from start to finish! Simon was very communicative from our first interaction and delivered exactly what we needed on the night.
Lots of people at the party had never done ceilidh dancing before and the caller gave clear instructions and the dance floor was constantly packed.
We had lots of positive comments from our guest about the band and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them.
Thanks for making it a night to remember,
Audrey & Martin
"

 Verified booking on FixTheMusic

Siobhan Canniffe

 — 6 January 2025
work event in Islington, London, UK

"The London Ceilidh band were fantastic. From the first call with Simon, who I found helpful, and also genuinely passionate about making our event special, through to them being so accommodating to our slightly unusual venue and format, and then finally a wonderfully upbeat set on the night, I couldn't have asked for more. The team LOVED it, There were even a few who had never ceilidh-ed before, who are now massive converts. Thank you SO much. I would highly recommend them. "

 Verified booking on FixTheMusic

The London Ceilidh Band's response:

Siobhan,

Wow! what a fantastic review! It was a great night for us too. It is so good to know that we were appreciated.

Simon

Naomi

 — 8 December 2024
medieval themed party at CrossFit Shapesmiths, London, UK

"The London Ceilidh Band were an awesome edition to our party. Communication was awesome before the event and they got fully involved in our medieval theme.

Wonderful music played throughout the night. Thanks so much! "

 Verified booking on FixTheMusic

The London Ceilidh Band's response:

Thanks for this review Naomi. What an amazing party!

It was fun being part of such an exciting event. We were very impressed by the way in which everyone embraced the theme and got dressed up. We enjoyed the Hog Roast meal and we were very pleased that you booked us.

Simon

Meg Mitchell

 — 3 December 2024
anniversary party at Bernie Cameron Community Centre, London, UK

"The band communicated well with us prior to our 40th anniversary party, arrived punctually on the day smartly dressed in coordinated outfits. They were responsive to our requests for timings throughout the evening. The band were sensitive to the varied mobility levels of our guests, the calling was clear and the pace of the music and balance between the different instruments provided the perfect accompaniment to the dancing. One guest wrote afterwards saying it was fun to join in many of the well-known dances that the caller had chosen. She was efficient and effective, and everyone seemed to enjoy taking part - very few sat out the whole evening, and those that did enjoyed the music and watching the permutations on the floor! Thoroughly recommended!"

 Verified booking on FixTheMusic

The London Ceilidh Band's response:

Dear Meg,

Thank you very much for writing such a lovely review. It is really good to know that we were appreciated.

We enjoy playing for parties where there is a great atmosphere, and your guests gave the dancing a lot of energy.

Thanks too for the supper. The lasagne was very tasty and the cake was delightful.

It was a real treat to find that we were with fellow Christians. The band began as a group of musicians at Emmanuel Croydon and we now take great pleasure in sharing our enthusiasm with others.

With our very best wishes,

Simon

Jennifer Fee

 — 15 November 2024
event at Cecil Sharp House, 2 Regent's Park Road, London

"Hi Simon, Thanks so much for playing for us today - we had an absolute blast and you've created some ceilidh converts. I hope you get a chance to play at Cecil Sharp again soon. Thanks again, Jen."

 Verified booking on FixTheMusic

Alasdair Hutchison

 — 14 August 2024
wedding at Pembroke Lodge, Richmond, UK

"We hired the London Ceilidh Band for our wedding at Pembroke Lodge in Richmond and we would have no hesitation recommending them for a future event. Simon was helpful and communicative in the run up to the event. The band played a great set with brilliant musicians and clear instructions - successfully managing a lot of enthusiastic first time ceilidh dancers! So many of our guests commented on how much fun they had for the ceilidh. We had a wonderful time and want to say a huge thanks to the band."

 Verified booking on FixTheMusic

Gina McCluskie

 — 25 March 2024
party in London, UK

"They were fantastic. Great communication pre arrival, flexible and easy to contact. The band played French cafe music for us during a sit down dinner and then into the ceilidh which was very lively and great fun. The caller had most people up dancing and everyone had a great time. Would highly recommend The London Ceilidh Band."

 Verified booking on FixTheMusic

George Carrell

 — 28 January 2024
event for The Royal School of Military Engineering Regiment

"This is just a short note to thank you and The London Ceilidh Band for your fantastic playing at our Burns Supper on the 25th of January at Minley Manor. Your 2-hour slot rounded off what was a memorable and very successful function. Everyone has been very complimentary of the band and the way in which the caller managed to get everyone involved. You were certainly a hit amongst the officers and it is a function that will be fondly remembered."

 Verified booking on FixTheMusic

Naomi Kemp

 — 2 November 2023
event in London, UK

"Wonderful evening with The London Ceilidh Band with inclusive dances, clear (and audible) directions from their caller who enabled all levels of confidence to take part. Many compliments from our guests. Clear and straightforward communication. We look forward to our next ceilidh with the London Ceilidh band!"

 Verified booking on FixTheMusic

Judith Barkes

 — 26 October 2023
party in Farnborough

"This is just to thank you and the band very much for playing at our party on Saturday. Lots of people commented on how good the band was and what fun they had. Dave is a great caller and everyone who wished to was able to join in."

 Verified booking on FixTheMusic

Stephen Humphreys

 — 1 August 2023
10-year anniversary party in London, UK

"Fabulous evening, thank you to The London Ceilidh Band. It was easy to book through FTM all very straightforward from payment and planning the evening with the band. I would definitely recommend"

 Verified booking on FixTheMusic

Huw Green

 — 19 May 2023
wedding at The Amadeus Centre, London

"When Jessie and I sought a ceilidh band for our wedding, we were looking for precisely what you guys provided. People naturally and cheerfully fell into dancing and it all had a lovely cheerful quality. I particularly remember seeing my father beaming as he belted out Auld Lang Syne and the extraordinary joy of all the men rushing into the centre of the circle to shout exuberantly. Many thanks to you and all of The London Ceilidh Band for doing such an excellent job and fitting right into the evening even as I remained unsure of what the timings were going to be. Every time I came over to speak to you or any of the group you were all calm and friendly."

 Verified booking on FixTheMusic