One of the most unusual events of the year is the pre-dawn meet of Morris dancers, Penny Farthing cyclists and assorted pagans and eccentrics on the Beverley Westwood to dance up the sun on Beltane Morning this fabulous photograph by Geirran Jameson of Rackaback Morris captures the atmosphere wonderfully.
The event is hosted by Green Ginger Morris and to attend you need to be at the Westwood before Dawn on the first of May.
A special concert featuring Hessle Ceilidh Band’s Quentin Budworth on hurdy gurdy and occasional guest caller Amanda Lowe premiered the other night featuring ongs telling folk tales of a journey to a new land, of love and loss, and a new beginning. Inspired by the small Alpine Primula Auricula and its 16th century journey to England with the Huguenot refugees. Here is the review.
The Auricula Suite Concert is now available for bookings.
Enquiries – contact: loudhailer@duffyhoward.karoo.co.uk
Pickering Road Community Orchard May Day Event
Dancing around the Maypole at Pickering Road Community Orchard.
Watching the Raving Mae Morris dancers.
Find the egg treasure hunt.
Meet Duncan the Hobby Horse.
See 350 apple trees in blossom.
and have a great time while it’s not raining.
This is a fantastic event much loved by members of the Hessle Ceilidh Band. Highly recommended. Did I mention the amazing cakes ?
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Planning a wedding celebration, retirement or birthday party at at the The Ramada Hull ? Why not book the Hessle Ceildh Band?
Hessle Ceilidh Band are based in the East Riding of Yorkshire near Hull. We are a five to ten piece band including a dance caller. We have whistle, fiddles, recorders, melodeon, guitar, bass, piano, bagpipes, hurdy-gurdy, various percussion and sometimes shawm. Our gigs are vibrant and fun – but not for the faint of heart who don’t like a good old knees up! Look out for our community ceilidhs on the Events Diary page for any public dances.
Whatever the event, be it a Ceilidh or Barn Dance we have a vast amount of music that will create the right feel good factor for your event ranging from Scottish, Irish, European, Medieval and the traditional music of England.
But the band is only half the story – the other half is the caller – the person who shouts the moves out and guides you through the dances – we are really lucky to work with an exceptional caller who is full of energy and can get people up and enjoying themselves in no time – the dances are fantastic and really help to build a party atmosphere.
Our caller knows loads of amazing dances that are really great fun – has also been known to throw in the occasional story and exceptionally funny jokes to give the dancers time to rest and catch their breath.
To contact the band email: hessleceilidhband@yahoo.co.uk or ring Pippa on 7891 590111.
Planning a wedding celebration, retirement or birthday party at at Rudstone Walk ? Why not book the Hessle Ceildh Band?
Hessle Ceilidh Band are based in the East Riding of Yorkshire near Hull. We are a five to ten piece band including a dance caller. We have whistle, fiddles, recorders, melodeon, guitar, bass, piano, bagpipes, hurdy-gurdy, various percussion and sometimes shawm. Our gigs are vibrant and fun – but not for the faint of heart who don’t like a good old knees up! Look out for our community ceilidhs on the Events Diary page for any public dances.
Whatever the event, be it a Ceilidh or Barn Dance we have a vast amount of music that will create the right feel good factor for your event ranging from Scottish, Irish, European, Medieval and the traditional music of England.
But the band is only half the story – the other half is the caller – the person who shouts the moves out and guides you through the dances – we are really lucky to work with an exceptional caller who is full of energy and can get people up and enjoying themselves in no time – the dances are fantastic and really help to build a party atmosphere.
Our caller knows loads of amazing dances that are really great fun – has also been known to throw in the occasional story and exceptionally funny jokes to give the dancers time to rest and catch their breath.
To contact the band email: hessleceilidhband@yahoo.co.uk or ring Pippa on 7891 590111.
Planning a wedding celebration, retirement or birthday party at at Sledmere House ? Why not book the Hessle Ceildh Band?
Hessle Ceilidh Band are based in the East Riding of Yorkshire near Hull. We are a five to ten piece band including a dance caller. We have whistle, fiddles, recorders, melodeon, guitar, bass, piano, bagpipes, hurdy-gurdy, various percussion and sometimes shawm. Our gigs are vibrant and fun – but not for the faint of heart who don’t like a good old knees up! Look out for our community ceilidhs on the Events Diary page for any public dances.
Whatever the event, be it a Ceilidh or Barn Dance we have a vast amount of music that will create the right feel good factor for your event ranging from Scottish, Irish, European, Medieval and the traditional music of England.
But the band is only half the story – the other half is the caller – the person who shouts the moves out and guides you through the dances – we are really lucky to work with an exceptional caller who is full of energy and can get people up and enjoying themselves in no time – the dances are fantastic and really help to build a party atmosphere.
Our caller knows loads of amazing dances that are really great fun – has also been known to throw in the occasional story and exceptionally funny jokes to give the dancers time to rest and catch their breath.
To contact the band email: hessleceilidhband@yahoo.co.uk or ring Pippa on 07891 590111.
Planning a wedding celebration, retirement or birthday party at at Carlton Towers ? Why not book the Hessle Ceildh Band?
Hessle Ceilidh Band are based in the East Riding of Yorkshire near Hull. We are a five to ten piece band including a dance caller. We have whistle, fiddles, recorders, melodeon, guitar, bass, piano, bagpipes, hurdy-gurdy, various percussion and sometimes shawm. Our gigs are vibrant and fun – but not for the faint of heart who don’t like a good old knees up! Look out for our community ceilidhs on the Events Diary page for any public dances.
Whatever the event, be it a Ceilidh or Barn Dance we have a vast amount of music that will create the right feel good factor for your event ranging from Scottish, Irish, European, Medieval and the traditional music of England.
But the band is only half the story – the other half is the caller – the person who shouts the moves out and guides you through the dances – we are really lucky to work with an exceptional caller who is full of energy and can get people up and enjoying themselves in no time – the dances are fantastic and really help to build a party atmosphere.
Our caller knows loads of amazing dances that are really great fun – has also been known to throw in the occasional story and exceptionally funny jokes to give the dancers time to rest and catch their breath.
To contact the band email: hessleceilidhband@yahoo.co.uk or ring Pippa on 07891 590111.
Planning a wedding celebration, retirement or birthday party at at the Expanse Hotel, Bridlington ? Why not book the Hessle Ceildh Band?
Hessle Ceilidh Band are based in the East Riding of Yorkshire near Hull. We are a five to ten piece band including a dance caller. We have whistle, fiddles, recorders, melodeon, guitar, bass, piano, bagpipes, hurdy-gurdy, various percussion and sometimes shawm. Our gigs are vibrant and fun – but not for the faint of heart who don’t like a good old knees up! Look out for our community ceilidhs on the Events Diary page for any public dances.
Whatever the event, be it a Ceilidh or Barn Dance we have a vast amount of music that will create the right feel good factor for your event ranging from Scottish, Irish, European, Medieval and the traditional music of England.
But the band is only half the story – the other half is the caller – the person who shouts the moves out and guides you through the dances – we are really lucky to work with an exceptional caller who is full of energy and can get people up and enjoying themselves in no time – the dances are fantastic and really help to build a party atmosphere.
Our caller knows loads of amazing dances that are really great fun – has also been known to throw in the occasional story and exceptionally funny jokes to give the dancers time to rest and catch their breath.
To contact the band email: hessleceilidhband@yahoo.co.uk or ring Pippa on 07891 590111.
Planning a wedding celebration, retirement or birthday party at at the The Bell in Driffield ? Why not book the Hessle Ceildh Band?
Hessle Ceilidh Band are based in the East Riding of Yorkshire near Hull. We are a five to ten piece band including a dance caller. We have whistle, fiddles, recorders, melodeon, guitar, bass, piano, bagpipes, hurdy-gurdy, various percussion and sometimes shawm. Our gigs are vibrant and fun – but not for the faint of heart who don’t like a good old knees up! Look out for our community ceilidhs on the Events Diary page for any public dances.
Whatever the event, be it a Ceilidh or Barn Dance we have a vast amount of music that will create the right feel good factor for your event ranging from Scottish, Irish, European, Medieval and the traditional music of England.
But the band is only half the story – the other half is the caller – the person who shouts the moves out and guides you through the dances – we are really lucky to work with an exceptional caller who is full of energy and can get people up and enjoying themselves in no time – the dances are fantastic and really help to build a party atmosphere.
Our caller knows loads of amazing dances that are really great fun – has also been known to throw in the occasional story and exceptionally funny jokes to give the dancers time to rest and catch their breath.
To contact the band email: hessleceilidhband@yahoo.co.uk or ring Pippa on 07891 590111.
What else is there at The Bell In Driffield?
An 18th century listed hotel, situated in the centre of Driffield ‘The Capital of the Wolds’, tastefully furnished with antiques and fine arts.Tardis-like in appearance it boasts 16 individually styled suites and bedrooms, a beautiful oak panelled dining room offering fine dining in elegant surroundings, The Oak Bar, where you can choose a tipple from The Whiskey Menu featuring around 300 malt whiskies, or choose from a range of handpulled cask conditioned real ales.The hotel offers an unrivalled range of leisure facilities including superspa, floatation tank, indoor swimming pool, sauna, jacuzzi, full Nautilus gym, an Holistic Beauty Salon, squash court and snooker room etc.Situated within easy reach of historic York and Beverley. Hotel not suitable for children under 16 yrs old
Planning a wedding celebration, retirement or birthday party at at the Old Mill Hotel and Restaurant, Driffield ? Why not book the Hessle Ceildh Band?
Hessle Ceilidh Band are based in the East Riding of Yorkshire near Hull. We are a five to ten piece band including a dance caller. We have whistle, fiddles, recorders, melodeon, guitar, bass, piano, bagpipes, hurdy-gurdy, various percussion and sometimes shawm. Our gigs are vibrant and fun – but not for the faint of heart who don’t like a good old knees up! Look out for our community ceilidhs on the Events Diary page for any public dances.
Whatever the event, be it a Ceilidh or Barn Dance we have a vast amount of music that will create the right feel good factor for your event ranging from Scottish, Irish, European, Medieval and the traditional music of England.
But the band is only half the story – the other half is the caller – the person who shouts the moves out and guides you through the dances – we are really lucky to work with an exceptional caller who is full of energy and can get people up and enjoying themselves in no time – the dances are fantastic and really help to build a party atmosphere.
Our caller knows loads of amazing dances that are really great fun – has also been known to throw in the occasional story and exceptionally funny jokes to give the dancers time to rest and catch their breath.
To contact the band email: hessleceilidhband@yahoo.co.uk or ring Pippa on 07891 590111.
Planning a wedding celebration, retirement or birthday party at at the Beverley Arms Hotel in Beverley? Why not book the Hessle Ceildh Band?
Hessle Ceilidh Band are based in the East Riding of Yorkshire near Hull. We are a five to ten piece band including a dance caller. We have whistle, fiddles, recorders, melodeon, guitar, bass, piano, bagpipes, hurdy-gurdy, various percussion and sometimes shawm. Our gigs are vibrant and fun – but not for the faint of heart who don’t like a good old knees up! Look out for our community ceilidhs on the Events Diary page for any public dances.
Whatever the event, be it a Ceilidh or Barn Dance we have a vast amount of music that will create the right feel good factor for your event ranging from Scottish, Irish, European, Medieval and the traditional music of England.
But the band is only half the story – the other half is the caller – the person who shouts the moves out and guides you through the dances – we are really lucky to work with an exceptional caller who is full of energy and can get people up and enjoying themselves in no time – the dances are fantastic and really help to build a party atmosphere.
Our caller knows loads of amazing dances that are really great fun – has also been known to throw in the occasional story and exceptionally funny jokes to give the dancers time to rest and catch their breath.
To contact the band email: hessleceilidhband@yahoo.co.uk or ring Pippa on 7891 590111.
Planning a wedding celebration, retirement or birthday party at at the Best Western Lairgate Hotel in Beverley? Why not book the Hessle Ceildh Band?
Hessle Ceilidh Band are based in the East Riding of Yorkshire near Hull. We are a five to ten piece band including a dance caller. We have whistle, fiddles, recorders, melodeon, guitar, bass, piano, bagpipes, hurdy-gurdy, various percussion and sometimes shawm. Our gigs are vibrant and fun – but not for the faint of heart who don’t like a good old knees up! Look out for our community ceilidhs on the Events Diary page for any public dances.
Whatever the event, be it a Ceilidh or Barn Dance we have a vast amount of music that will create the right feel good factor for your event ranging from Scottish, Irish, European, Medieval and the traditional music of England.
But the band is only half the story – the other half is the caller – the person who shouts the moves out and guides you through the dances – we are really lucky to work with an exceptional caller who is full of energy and can get people up and enjoying themselves in no time – the dances are fantastic and really help to build a party atmosphere.
Our caller knows loads of amazing dances that are really great fun – has also been known to throw in the occasional story and exceptionally funny jokes to give the dancers time to rest and catch their breath.
To contact the band email: hessleceilidhband@yahoo.co.uk or ring Pippa on 7891 590111.
Planning a wedding celebration, retirement or birthday party at at Willerby Manor Hotel? Why not book the Hessle Ceildh Band?
Hessle Ceilidh Band are based in the East Riding of Yorkshire near Hull. We are a five to ten piece band including a dance caller. We have whistle, fiddles, recorders, melodeon, guitar, bass, piano, bagpipes, hurdy-gurdy, various percussion and sometimes shawm. Our gigs are vibrant and fun – but not for the faint of heart who don’t like a good old knees up! Look out for our community ceilidhs on the Events Diary page for any public dances.
Whatever the event, be it a Ceilidh or Barn Dance we have a vast amount of music that will create the right feel good factor for your event ranging from Scottish, Irish, European, Medieval and the traditional music of England.
But the band is only half the story – the other half is the caller – the person who shouts the moves out and guides you through the dances – we are really lucky to work with an exceptional caller who is full of energy and can get people up and enjoying themselves in no time – the dances are fantastic and really help to build a party atmosphere.
Our caller knows loads of amazing dances that are really great fun – has also been known to throw in the occasional story and exceptionally funny jokes to give the dancers time to rest and catch their breath.
To contact the band email: hessleceilidhband@yahoo.co.uk or ring Pippa on 7891 590111.
Planning a wedding celebration, retirement or birthday party at at Lazaat Restaurant Bar Hotel? Why not book the Hessle Ceildh Band?
Hessle Ceilidh Band are based in the East Riding of Yorkshire near Hull. We are a five to ten piece band including a dance caller. We have whistle, fiddles, recorders, melodeon, guitar, bass, piano, bagpipes, hurdy-gurdy, various percussion and sometimes shawm. Our gigs are vibrant and fun – but not for the faint of heart who don’t like a good old knees up! Look out for our community ceilidhs on the Events Diary page for any public dances.
Whatever the event, be it a Ceilidh or Barn Dance we have a vast amount of music that will create the right feel good factor for your event ranging from Scottish, Irish, European, Medieval and the traditional music of England.
But the band is only half the story – the other half is the caller – the person who shouts the moves out and guides you through the dances – we are really lucky to work with an exceptional caller who is full of energy and can get people up and enjoying themselves in no time – the dances are fantastic and really help to build a party atmosphere.
Our caller knows loads of amazing dances that are really great fun – has also been known to throw in the occasional story and exceptionally funny jokes to give the dancers time to rest and catch their breath.
To contact the band email: hessleceilidhband@yahoo.co.uk or ring Pippa on 7891 590111.
Village Halls are fantastic venues for Ceilidhs a great family or community celebration – We have played in villages across the east riding for weddings, retirement parties, birthday parties, church groups and schools.
A Ceilidh is a great way to celebrate a special occasion – it brings people together and are a great way to make a wedding, birthday, anniversary or retirement party a memorable and fun event – we can compere the event and even play special tunes like ‘Happy Birthday’, ‘Here Comes the Bride’ and ‘For He’s a Jolly Good Fellow’.
Why choose a Ceilidh? – Well firstly it’s really good clean energetic fun with a broad appeal to all age groups. The nature of a Ceilidh makes friends of strangers and is a great ice breaker! Once you’ve booked the band and explained the arrangements for the day mentioning any special announcements or musical moments that you want us to create you can relax knowing that the we can provide provide the perfect entertainment for your special occasion.
To contact the band email: hessleceilidhband@yahoo.co.uk or ring Pippa on 7891 590111.
With it’s beautifully decorated function suites The Village Hotel is a nice venue for a wedding or celebration especially as guests can stop over night at the venue – no messing about with taxix in the wee hours and a morning after swim to wake you up the next day.
To make the event go with a bang and get people laughing and talking to each other book The Hessle Ceilidh Band who are based in the East Riding of Yorkshire near Hull. We are a five to ten piece band including a dance caller. We have whistle, fiddles, recorders, melodeon, guitar, bass, piano, bagpipes, hurdy-gurdy, various percussion and sometimes shawm. Our gigs are vibrant and fun – but not for the faint of heart who don’t like a good old knees up! Look out for our community ceilidhs on the Events Diary page for any public dances.
Whatever the event, be it a Ceilidh or Barn Dance we have a vast amount of music that will create the right feel good factor for your event ranging from Scottish, Irish, European, Medieval and the traditional music of England.
But the band is only half the story – the other half is the caller – the person who shouts the moves out and guides you through the dances – we are really lucky to work with an exceptional caller who is full of energy and can get people up and enjoying themselves in no time – the dances are fantastic and really help to build a party atmosphere.
Our caller knows loads of amazing dances that are really great fun – has also been known to throw in the occasional story and exceptionally funny jokes to give the dancers time to rest and catch their breath.
To contact the band email: hessleceilidhband@yahoo.co.uk or ring Pippa on 7891 590111.
Why not celebrate your wedding or party in style at the prestigious and historic Hull City Hall in the heart of Hull city centre. Hull City Hall can offer you – traditional elegance with the grandest of settings – The Mortimer Suite with its centre atrium framed by an ornate domed ceiling capacity for up to 110 for ceremony and up to 300 people for seated reception and dancing.
The break the ice for a great Yorkshire knees up with the Hessle Ceilidh Band are based in the East Riding of Yorkshire near Hull. We are a five to ten piece band including a dance caller. We have whistle, fiddles, recorders, melodeon, guitar, bass, piano, bagpipes, hurdy-gurdy, various percussion and sometimes shawm. Our gigs are vibrant and fun – but not for the faint of heart who don’t like a good old knees up! Look out for our community ceilidhs on theEvents Diary page for any public dances.
Whatever the event, be it a Ceilidh or Barn Dance we have a vast amount of music that will create the right feel good factor for your event ranging from Scottish, Irish, European, Medieval and the traditional music of England.
But the band is only half the story – the other half is the caller – the person who shouts the moves out and guides you through the dances – we are really lucky to work with an exceptional caller who is full of energy and can get people up and enjoying themselves in no time – the dances are fantastic and really help to build a party atmosphere.
Our caller knows loads of amazing dances that are really great fun – has also been known to throw in the occasional story and exceptionally funny jokes to give the dancers time to rest and catch their breath.
To contact the band email: hessleceilidhband@yahoo.co.uk or ring Pippa on 7891 590111.
We played for a wedding celebration ceilidh at Bishop Burton College the function room was fantastic – very large with a stage and plenty of room for tables, chairs and dancing. The surrounding tree lined grounds, countryside views and Victorian walled garden really made the venue a joy to play in – the wedding party were of all ages and soon we had them up and dancing our special guest caller Mark Mawby did a fine job.
The Hessle Ceilidh Band are based in the East Riding of Yorkshire near Hull. We are a five to ten piece band including a dance caller. We have whistle, fiddles, recorders, melodeon, guitar, bass, piano, bagpipes, hurdy-gurdy, various percussion and sometimes shawm. Our gigs are vibrant and fun – but not for the faint of heart who don’t like a good old knees up! Look out for our community ceilidhs on the Events Diary page for any public dances.
Whatever the event, be it a Ceilidh or Barn Dance we have a vast amount of music that will create the right feel good factor for your event ranging from Scottish, Irish, European, Medieval and the traditional music of England.
But the band is only half the story – the other half is the caller – the person who shouts the moves out and guides you through the dances – we are really lucky to work with an exceptional caller who is full of energy and can get people up and enjoying themselves in no time – the dances are fantastic and really help to build a party atmosphere.
Our caller knows loads of amazing dances that are really great fun – has also been known to throw in the occasional story and exceptionally funny jokes to give the dancers time to rest and catch their breath.
To contact the band email: hessleceilidhband@yahoo.co.uk or ring Pippa on 7891 590111.
Hessle Ceilidh Band are based in the East Riding of Yorkshire near Hull. We are a five to ten piece band including a dance caller. We have whistle, fiddles, recorders, melodeon, guitar, bass, piano, bagpipes, hurdy-gurdy, various percussion and sometimes shawm. Our gigs are vibrant and fun – but not for the faint of heart who don’t like a good old knees up! Look out for our community ceilidhs on theEvents Diary page for any public dances.
Whatever the event, be it a Ceilidh or Barn Dance we have a vast amount of music that will create the right feel good factor for your event ranging from Scottish, Irish, European, Medieval and the traditional music of England.
But the band is only half the story – the other half is the caller – the person who shouts the moves out and guides you through the dances – we are really lucky to work with an exceptional caller who is full of energy and can get people up and enjoying themselves in no time – the dances are fantastic and really help to build a party atmosphere.
Our caller knows loads of amazing dances that are really great fun – has also been known to throw in the occasional story and exceptionally funny jokes to give the dancers time to rest and catch their breath.
To contact the band email: hessleceilidhband@yahoo.co.uk or ring Pippa on 7891 590111.
A Ceilidh in a marquee is a great way to celebrate a special occasion – it brings people together and is a great way to make a wedding, birthday, anniversary or retirement party a memorable and fun event – we can compere the event and even play special tunes like ‘Happy Birthday’, ‘Here Comes the Bride’ and ‘For He’s a Jolly Good Fellow’.
Why choose a Ceilidh for your Marquee event – Well firstly it’s really good clean energetic fun with a broad appeal to all age groups. The nature of a Ceilidh makes friends of strangers and is a great ice breaker! Once you’ve booked the band and explained the arrangements for the day mentioning any special announcements or musical moments that you want us to create you can relax knowing that the we can provide provide the perfect entertainment for your special occasion.
If you want some big Marquee fun – give us a call on 07891 590111
We’ve played several events in Marquees and would recommend that you ask your Marquee supplier to fit some stage blocks and a dance floor – as some lawns can be a little uneven underfoot and grass can be a tiring surface to dance on after a while.
To contact the band email: hessleceilidhband@yahoo.co.uk or ring Pippa on 7891 590111.
The local marquee suppliers aare East Yorkshire Marquee Events http://yorkshiremarquees.com/east-yorkshire-marquee-hire/ or http://www.marquee-hire.info/webpage/premier-event-marquees.htm
Sewerby Hall is a great venue for a wedding reception, celebration and Ceilidh. Set in acres of beautiful countryside, with breathtaking views of the Yorkshire coast this Stately Home has two function rooms The Orangery – Glass Conservatory seating up to 120 guests and the Swinton Room – Period Room seating up to 70 guests
A Ceilidh is a great way to celebrate a special occasion – it brings people together and are a great way to make a wedding, birthday, anniversary or retirement party a memorable and fun event – we can compere the event and even play special tunes like ‘Happy Birthday’, ‘Here Comes the Bride’ and ‘For He’s a Jolly Good Fellow’.
Why choose a Ceilidh? – Well firstly it’s really good clean energetic fun with a broad appeal to all age groups. The nature of a Ceilidh makes friends of strangers and is a great ice breaker! Once you’ve booked the band and explained the arrangements for the day mentioning any special announcements or musical moments that you want us to create you can relax knowing that the we can provide provide the perfect entertainment for your special occasion.
To contact the band email: hessleceilidhband@yahoo.co.uk or ring Pippa on 7891 590111.
Set in 12 acres of landscaped gardens and a really pretty courtyard for photographs. The Central Suite is ideal for ceilidh dancing and has plenty of room for guests to sit, eat and socialise. So if you are thinking about fantastic entertainment for your celebration contact the Hessle Ceilidh Band we’ll get everyone up and dancing.
To contact the band email: hessleceilidhband@yahoo.co.uk or ring Pippa on 7891 590111.
We played a fantastic Wedding Ceilidh at Thwaite Hall, Cottingham, East Yorkshire last summer – with a Marquee in the grounds – a wooden dance floor in the Marquee a fine time was had by all – the grounds are very spacious and the food was excellent.
To contact the band email: hessleceilidhband@yahoo.co.uk or ring Quentin on 07877434739.
I’m working on a list of things to Celebrate with the Hessle Ceilidh Band in East Yorkshire
Wedding Anniversaries
Birthday Celebration
Birthdays
Burn’s Night
Charity Fund Raising
Student ball
Midsummer
Midwinter
Halloween
Beltane or May Day
St. Andrew’s Day
St. Patrick’s Day
St Georges Day
St Davids Day
Weddings
Engagements
Christenings
The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee
The Olympics
Harvest festival
Here are some great reasons why you should choose a Ceilidh for your special event:
– Well firstly it’s really good clean energetic fun with a broad appeal to all age groups. The nature of a Ceilidh makes friends of strangers and is a great ice breaker! Once you’ve booked the band and explained the arrangements for the day mentioning any special announcements or musical moments that you want us to create you can relax knowing that the we can provide provide the perfect entertainment for your special occasion.
Hessle Ceilidh Band are based in the East Riding of Yorkshire near Hull. We are a five to ten piece band including a dance caller. We have whistle, fiddles, recorders, melodeon, guitar, bass, piano, bagpipes, hurdy-gurdy, various percussion and sometimes shawm. Our gigs are vibrant and fun – for people who like a good old Yorkshire knees up!
Whatever the event, be it a Ceilidh or Barn Dance we have a vast amount of music that will create the right feel good factor for your event ranging from Scottish, Irish, European, Medieval and the traditional music of England.
But the band is only half the story – the other half is the caller – the person who shouts the moves out and guides you through the dances – we are really lucky to work with an exceptional caller who is full of energy and can get people up and enjoying themselves in no time – the dances are fantastic and really help to build a party atmosphere.
Our caller knows loads of amazing dances that are really great fun – has also been known to throw in the occasional story and exceptionally funny jokes to give the dancers time to rest and catch their breath.
Can you think of anything we have missed I wonder? To contact the band email: hessleceilidhband@yahoo.co.uk or ring Pippa on 7891 590111.
We played at a wedding Reception at the West Carlton Lodge near Aldbrough – it is a splendid secluded venue – which had a marquee at the rear and a lovely large garden for the numerous children to play in. Catering was simply a Hog Roast which was just the job and really suited the laid back informal nature of this family celebration. We kept the dances nice and simple and Quentin our sound man organised Karaoke singing for the children and an ipod disco at the end of the night.
To contact the band email: hessleceilidhband@yahoo.co.uk or ring Pippa on 7891 590111.
Planning a wedding celebration, retirement or birthday party at at Cave Castle Hotel & Country Club? Why not book the Hessle Ceildh Band – dancing throughout the night and then bagpipes on the lawn singing Old Lang Syne to finish wind up the evening A great Yorkshire Knees Up and the stuff of dreams – just ask the students from Hull University drama department who celebrated their Grafters Ball in fine style.
To contact the band email: hessleceilidhband@yahoo.co.uk or ring Pippa on 7891 590111.
Planning a party or celebration at the University of Hull’s Staff House? Wondering what entertainment to book? Why not give the Hessle Ceilidh Band a call we’ve played at Staff house quite a few times and it really is a great space for a Wedding Ceilidh or family celebration. Lots of room for dancing, socialising and of course great food.
To contact the band email: hessleceilidhband@yahoo.co.uk or ring Pippa on 7891 590111.
We’ve played for a few different events Ceilidh events at the KC Arena an engagement party, a retirement party and a corporate event. The venue is spectacular – the views from the windows are incredible so this really adds a wow factor to proceedings – the space is large. The food is good and there is plenty of parking.
To contact the band email: hessleceilidhband@yahoo.co.uk or ring Pippa on 7891 590111.
We played for a party at Beverley Race Course last year and I have to say the venue is splendidly suited for a great family celebration – the function room is large with plenty of room for socialising and dancing. One of the best things about Beverley Race Course as a party venue is that it is very unusual. Our version of the Blaydon Races dance and tune proved to be particularly popular that night!
To contact the band email: hessleceilidhband@yahoo.co.uk or ring Pippa on 7891 590111.
We’ve played for weddings and parties at Tickton Grange on a quite a few occasions and I have to say the venue is splendidly suited for a great family celebration – the function room is large with plenty of room for socialising and dancing. One of the best things about the weddings at Tickton Grange Country House Hotel is the superb wedding breakfast – the mustard and honey sausages are to die for!
To contact the band email: hessleceilidhband@yahoo.co.uk or ring Pippa on 07891 590111.
We played a wedding Ceilidh for Gordon and Helen Brown at Rowley Manor a few years ago it was a really special occasion and the celebrations really went with a swing, lots of dancing and laughter the venue is perfect for a lively wedding ceilidh or celebration of any kind. There is plenty of room for dancing and the venue is beautifully kept making it a big hit with discerning Bride to be.
To contact the band email: hessleceilidhband@yahoo.co.uk or ring Pippa on 07891 590111.
We took a trip up to the Rise Hall Wedding Fair yesterday, the venue is looking splendid – the event organised by Northern Brides was excellent and featured many of the Halls preferred suppliers – we are really looking forward to playing at Rise Hall soon for a wedding ceilidh there are a number of rooms that are particularly suitable for dancing – on a lighter note Quentin remembers playing the medieval bagpipes on the steps of rise Hall many years ago with the grinnigogs for a giant conga …….. now that was fun – 200 people dancing all over the front lawn just before the firework display!
To contact the band email: hessleceilidhband@yahoo.co.uk or ring Pippa on 07891 590111.
We had a great Ceilidh at Hessle Town Hall on saturday night – the hall was decked beautifully with lots of bunting and balloons and the dancers though inexperienced were very enthusiastic, the Gay Gordons was a big hit as was the ipod disco at the end of the night. Calling was courtesy of Amanda Lowe who stood in for Steve Haswell our regular caller at very short notice. Steve was involved in a road accident in New Zealand so we send him our best wishes for a swift and complete recovery.
To contact the band email: hessleceilidhband@yahoo.co.uk or ring Pippa on 07891 590111.
KEEP CALM AND CEILIDH ON WITH THE HESSLE CEILIDH BAND IN EAST YORKSHIRE
Planning a street party or community celebration or great british banquet? – Why not round of the celebration with some great music and dancing with The Hessle Ceilidh Band – we love playing for community celebrations of all kinds and can really make your community celebration one to remember – with lots of lively ceilidh dancing and laugher. So if your planning a community celebration in East Yorkshire please get in touch.
To contact the band email: hessleceilidhband@yahoo.co.uk or ring Pippa on 07891 590111.
A great time was had by the band and the dancers at the North Frodingham PTFA barn dance with everyone up and dancing parents, children, grannies and grandads a really lovely village Ceilidh – a big thank you to our guest caller Amanda Lowe for calling for us in a red and white dotty fashion 🙂
A really lovely celebration of St Patricks day and not a drop of green Guinness in sight.
Planning a Ceilidh, Wedding celebration, Retirement or Birthday party in East Yorkshire? Why not book the Hessle Ceildh Band?
Hessle Ceilidh Band are based in the East Riding of Yorkshire near Hull. We are a five to ten piece band including a dance caller. We have whistle, fiddles, recorders, melodeon, guitar, bass, piano, bagpipes, hurdy-gurdy, various percussion and sometimes shawm. Our gigs are vibrant and fun – but not for the faint of heart who don’t like a good old knees up! Look out for our community ceilidhs on the Events Diary page for any public dances.
Whatever the event, be it a Ceilidh or Barn Dance we have a vast amount of music that will create the right feel good factor for your event ranging from Scottish, Irish, European, Medieval and the traditional music of England.
But the band is only half the story – the other half is the caller – the person who shouts the moves out and guides you through the dances – we are really lucky to work with an exceptional caller who is full of energy and can get people up and enjoying themselves in no time – the dances are fantastic and really help to build a party atmosphere.
Our caller knows loads of amazing dances that are really great fun – has also been known to throw in the occasional story and exceptionally funny jokes to give the dancers time to rest and catch their breath.
To contact the band email hessleceilidhband@yahoo.co.uk or ring Pippa on or ring 07891 590111.
Great news the Queen is having a party and we’re all invited – to mark 60 years of The Queen’s reign the Diamond Jubilee will take place in 2012. the celebrations will centre around an extended weekend in 2012 on 2, 3, 4 and 5 June.
What better way to celebrate the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee than a right royal yorkshire knees up with the Hessle Ceilidh Band we are already playing on Saturday 2nd June – Jubilee Community Ceilidh, Wistow Village Hall, East Yorkshire but we are trying to play on all 4 days in our own special musical celebration of the Diamond Jubilee – so if you want to organise a community dance, celebration or party just get in touch – we’re mad for it !
Sometimes, a few of us can be found lurking in the corners of these pubs, playing folk music with other like minded folkies – keeping traditional music alive and kicking, aided and abetted of course, by a good pint or two…)
First Monday of the month evening – Black Boy Pub, in Hull Old Town
First Sunday in the month afternoon 3-7pm – Wellington Pub, Russell Street, Hull
Third Sunday in the month afternoon 3-7pm – Wellington Pub, Russell Street, Hull
Every Friday evening – The Tiger Inn, Beverley, East Yorkshire
Every Saturday afternoon 4-7pm – The Sun Inn, Beverley, East Yorks
Evening sessions tend to start 8-8.30pm-ish
(…or generally when people arrive and start up a tune)
Hessle Ceilidh Band 