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Summer: ceilidh season

Weddings – birthdays – garden parties – community fairs – festivals

The warmth of summer, the bright skies and long days make for a joyous season, and it is the natural time for celebrating with dancing. Since becoming a ceilidh caller I’ve attended more parties and weddings than I’d ever done before, and seen such a variety of event styling and party vibes, from smart, formal weddings in grand hotels to relaxed events in family gardens and cowsheds. All have their own special appeal.

Dancing Old Swan Gallop to The Brim Ceilidh Band – a wonderful wedding ceilidh at Harefield Barn near Crediton

If you fancy something that will bring all your guests together, of all ages, then a ceilidh is for you. You need space (1m2 per dancer is a good guide, and space for a minimum of 8 people to dance), a couple of electrical sockets, a band with caller and some friends and/or family.

“Thank you SO much to your incredible band! We couldn’t have asked for a better band. Everyone commented on how fun it was… one of their favourite parts. And G said you had the best caller he’d ever experienced!”

“You and The Brim were brilliant!! I’ve heard lots of really lovely comments about the music and the dancing. I realise it was probably a pretty tough gig for you given the acoustics, heat and uncontrollable members of the party, but you coped with the demands magnificently!! We’re both so happy we decided to have a ceilidh, and that you were the chosen band!!

Outdoor wedding ceilidh at Enys House and Gardens near Penryn with The Rosevilles Ceilidh Band

Summer 2025 is fairly full (weddings, parties, village halls, and a cider festival!), especially the weekends, but do get in touch if you want to book a ceilidh for your event and we’ll do our best to fit you in and make your party one to remember. Having now experienced many wedding and party ceilidhs feel free also to ask for advice, I’m happy to share what could work best for your occasion and group to have the best time.

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Dance to The Brim Ceilidh Band – 16th May, Devoran Village Hall

We are excited about our upcoming ceilidh with The Brim Ceilidh Band on 16th May in the lovely Devoran Village Hall. Do come and join us. Everyone welcome!

What people said last time:

“The music was outstanding. The caller was super clear. Loved it!”

“Great crowd, great music and dance choices”

“Really friendly people. Great musicians, clear instructions. The whole event was fun and inclusive”

Doors open 19:30. Dancing from 20:00.

A bar will be run by volunteers from the Devoran Village Hall Committee and will support the village hall.

The hall has a car park and the village is served by public buses 36, 36A and U1.

A hybrid of Cornwall’s top folk musicians, The Brim Ceilidh Band specialise in providing an upbeat ceilidh / barn dance with an exciting and energetic mix of both new and traditional dances combined with an upbeat and full sound from the band. Check them out at www.brimceilidh.co.uk – accordion, fiddle and bouzouki.

No need to have any idea what ceilidh dancing is, just an enthusiasm to have some fun. Ceilidh dancing is very inclusive, suitable for everyone even those with two left feet. No experience or partner required. Kate Smith will be the caller for the evening and will show you how to do all the dances.

We want to keep our public ceilidhs affordable for everyone so you will see there are different adult tickets prices for those booking in advance. The regular price (£8.50) will cover our costs. The supporter price (£12) allows us to pay the band a modest fee. The budget price (£5) is because we don’t want you to be excluded from dancing if you would struggle to afford the regular price. Please pay as you feel you can afford. Accompanied children age 8 – 16 £3. Under 8s free, but please still book a ticket.

Do book in advance if you can to ensure you can come – there are limited tickets numbers due to venue capacity. Last time, in October, we sold out before the doors opened. If any tickets are left then we’ll have some available on the door at the set price of £12.

We very much look forward to seeing your smiling faces on the dancefloor!

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Dance to The Brim Ceilidh Band – 11th October, Devoran Village Hall

We are excited about our upcoming ceilidh with The Brim Ceilidh Band on 11th October in the lovely Devoran Village Hall. Do come and join us.

Doors open 19:30. Dancing from 20:00.

A bar will be run by volunteers from the Devoran Village Hall Committee and will support the village hall.

The hall has a car park and the village is served by public buses 36, 36A and U1.

A hybrid of Cornwall’s top folk musicians, The Brim Ceilidh Band specialise in providing an upbeat ceilidh / barn dance with an exciting and energetic mix of both new and traditional dances combined with an upbeat and full sound from the band. Check them out at www.brimceilidh.co.uk – accordion, fiddle and bouzouki.

No need to have any idea what ceilidh dancing is, just an enthusiasm to have some fun. Ceilidh dancing is very inclusive, suitable for everyone even those with two left feet. No experience or partner required. Kate Smith will be the caller for the evening and will show you how to do all the dances.

We want to keep our public ceilidhs affordable for everyone so you will see there are different adult tickets prices for those booking in advance. The regular price (£8.50) will cover our costs. The supporter price (£12) allows us to pay the band a modest fee. The budget price (£5) is because we don’t want you to be excluded from dancing if you would struggle to afford the regular price. Please pay as you feel you can afford. Accompanied children age 8 – 16 £3. Under 8s free, but please still book a ticket.

Do book in advance if you can to ensure you can come – there are limited tickets numbers due to venue capacity. If any tickets are left then we’ll have some available on the door at the set price of £12.

We very much look forward to seeing your smiling faces on the dancefloor!