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Irish Bands in Sheffield & South Yorkshire

Irish folk, ceilidh and trad bands for events in Sheffield & South Yorkshire

If you want an event with warmth, energy and a big singalong, an Irish band is hard to beat. Acts across Sheffield & South Yorkshire range from acoustic trad trios and solo Irish singers to full céilí bands and Celtic rock groups, and they play weddings, parties and festivals all year round.

Sheffield & South Yorkshire has a wide choice of event venues, from Sheffield Town Hall and Whirlowbrook Hall to Wortley Hall. Our Irish acts travel right across the area, including Sheffield, Barnsley and Doncaster, so a proper Irish night is never far away.

Within this category you'll find traditional Irish groups, céilí and folk bands, Irish singers and duos, and Celtic rock bands. Many can play a gentle set early on and a full party set later, and their song lists show exactly what they cover.

Since 1999, Hireaband has matched live bands with events of every size. The Irish acts listed here all travel to Sheffield & South Yorkshire, include travel in the price, and arrive with their own sound set-up where it's needed. The instant quote button shows pricing and availability for your date in seconds.

The essentials:

  • Typical cost: from around £600 for a solo singer or duo to £2,500 or more for a full band, depending on line-up, date and set times
  • Traditional trad, céilí, Irish folk, ballads and Celtic rock
  • Sets for a drinks reception, a céilí evening or a full party night
  • Travel is included in every quote
  • Every booking carries a 14-day change-of-mind refund

Check the room and any sound limiter before you choose. Acoustic trad acts work almost anywhere, while amplified Irish party and Celtic rock bands need power and floor space. For a céilí, the size of the dance floor matters most.

Most Irish music bookings fall between about £600 and £2,500. The number of musicians is the biggest factor, followed by the date and how long they play, and St Patrick's weekend books up early. Travel is included in the quote, so the figure you're given is the figure you pay.

Each Irish act's page carries real video, audio, a song list and reviews from previous clients. A couple of clips will tell you far more about how a band works a room than any description can.

Enter your date and venue in the instant quote button for live pricing and availability. After you book, we look after the contract, deposit and details, and keep in touch right up to the event. You also get a 14-day change-of-mind refund and an emergency contact number to use on the day.

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FAQs

The category covers traditional trad groups, céilí bands with a caller, Irish folk and ballad singers, and Celtic rock and Irish party bands that also play modern covers. Each act's page shows its style, line-up and song list.

Yes. Céilí bands come with a caller who explains each dance and walks guests through the steps, so nobody needs to know them in advance. It's one of the best ways to get a whole room dancing together.

Most do. Full bands bring their own PA and lighting; acoustic duos and trios need very little. Larger line-ups need floor space and power nearby, so it's worth checking both with your venue, along with any sound limiter.

From around £600 for a solo singer or duo to £2,500 or more for a full band. The number of musicians, the date and the length of the booking make the biggest difference, and travel is always included in the quote.

Most acts are happy to learn a special request with enough notice, whether that's a traditional air for the ceremony, a ballad for the first dance or a family favourite. Mention it when you enquire.

As early as you can. St Patrick's weekend is the busiest time of year for Irish acts, and the best bands are often booked months ahead. For other dates, a few months' notice is usually plenty.

Reviews

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“What can we say other than a HUGE thank you for Saturday evening. The Queen classic is a big favourite of Dave’s, so it was great to have that as our first dance. We had the best time ever! We have a video of our last dance and I can’t believe how many people are on the dance floor. So many people commented on how fantastic you were. Thank you also for your patience with drunken guests…I imagine people backing into you gets pretty tiring quite quickly! …Hopefully see you at another event soon. If not then I already have you in mind for Dave’s 40th in a few years time”

(5)

“Declan was fantastic, from the minute we booked to the last moment he was at our Wedding. He is a class act at what he does, kept our guests entertained and his music choices were top notch!”

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“Not sure where to start – you guys were amazing!! Just incredibly happy with everything from start to finish. We felt truly blessed to have you there for our special day and you guys were simply perfect. The first dance was exactly what we wanted if not better than the version we sent you….the fiddler during the reception was exactly the atmosphere we wanted. And the music all night – well you saw the dance floor, ALL night!!! It felt like having friends there playing for us so a HUGE thank you. Please send on our thanks to everyone. Cannot wait to see you again soon….”

(5)

“Declan was awesome. We knew he was good from the videos we had seen, but as a live performer we were blown away by just how good he was. Time after time our guests complimented us on our choice of wedding entertainment. He hit every note and made a great impact. I cannot recommend him highly enough. And to top it off he is a thoroughly nice bloke who was happy to chat away to the guests and myself.”

(5)

“You guys were just AWESOME, thankyou so much , you need a health warning -The Sherlocks may seriously damage your feet”

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“Hireaband is our go-to for events in Scotland. With a turnaround of 6 days what's not to love about Hireaband and their performers! Delighted.”

Local Venues in Sheffield & South Yorkshire

Hooton Pagnell Hall

Hooton Pagnell Hall

A medieval hall in a honey-coloured limestone village outside Doncaster, with a tithe barn, a Japanese garden and only one wedding on any day.

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Sheffield Town Hall

Sheffield Town Hall

A Grade I listed Victorian landmark in the middle of Sheffield, home to the city's own Mandela and Mirror Rooms for weddings up to 220 guests.

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Whitley Hall Hotel

Whitley Hall Hotel

A 16th-century hall on the northern edge of Sheffield, with 20 acres of gardens, a lake, peacocks on the lawn and bedrooms for all your guests.

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Wortley Hall

Wortley Hall

The workers' stately home between Sheffield and Barnsley, with 26 acres of formal gardens, a fine Georgian front and a genuinely warm welcome.

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Whirlowbrook Hall

Whirlowbrook Hall

An Edwardian manor house set in 39 acres of Sheffield parkland, 4 miles from the city centre and right on the doorstep of the Peak District.

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Cutlers' Hall, Sheffield

Cutlers' Hall, Sheffield

Sheffield's grandest set of rooms, opposite the cathedral on Church Street, behind a pair of silver doors and nearly 200 years of ceremony and feasting.

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Kenwood Hall

Kenwood Hall

A lakeside hall set in 12 acres of gardens at Nether Edge, only minutes from the middle of Sheffield, with a spa and just one wedding a day.

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Tankersley Manor

Tankersley Manor

A 17th-century manor on the ridge above Barnsley, with oak beams, exposed stone, a spa and a suite big enough for 350 people to dance in it.

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Aston Hall Hotel

Aston Hall Hotel

A Georgian hall of 1772 set between Sheffield and Rotherham, with wide lawns, a licensed garden pagoda and a suite that seats 250 for dinner.

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