Iron Broo Ceilidh Band

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Hi, I'm Charlie Abel 👋
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Professional musician, ceilidh caller and wedding entertainer dedicated to creating packed dance floors and unforgettable celebrations.
I'm Charlie Abel, founder of Iron Broo Ceilidh Band. For over 30 years I've helped couples create unforgettable weddings with live Scottish music, expert dance calling and a friendly, professional approach. Having performed at more than 1,000 weddings, I know how to keep guests of all ages entertained and the dance floor full.
Iron Broo Ceilidh Band Pricing & Costs
£714 - £2,500
Choose your ceilidh Package Prices include VAT @20% ⭐ MOST POPULAR Iron Broo Duo From £1,095 Perfect for most weddings. ✔ Full ceilidh band sound ✔ Two experienced musicians as required 8pm till midnight. ✔ Dance caller ✔ PA & lighting ✔ Ideal for 60–180 guests Over 80% of our weddings choose this option. If you are unsure about final numbers or budget… many clients secure the date by booking the duo, and we can add musicians later. 💡 Most couples add our disco package for a complete evening of entertainment. Classic Ceilidh (3-piece) From £1495 Adding a third musician creates an even bigger live sound while keeping the warm, interactive atmosphere that Iron Broo is known for. This option is ideal if you’re expecting a larger number of guests or simply want an extra musical dimension. Perfect for: Larger weddings, lively parties and corporate events. Premier Ceilidh (4-piece) From £1,680 A four-piece band delivers an even richer and more powerful live performance. With additional instruments and harmonies, it’s an excellent choice for larger venues where you want to make a real impact. Perfect for: Larger wedding receptions, festivals and corporate celebrations. Ultimate Ceilidh Band (5-piece) From £1,980 Our full five-piece line-up creates the ultimate ceilidh experience. The extra musicians add depth, energy and excitement, making this the ideal option for large weddings, public events and celebrations where you want the biggest sound possible. Perfect for: Large weddings, festivals, public events and prestigious corporate functions. Charlie Abel’s One-Man Ceilidh Band From £595 + VAT (£714 total) Looking for a fantastic ceilidh with a smaller budget or guest list? Charlie Abel’s One-Man Ceilidh Band delivers all the fun! Optional Disco Add-On From £350 Keep the party going after the ceilidh with our professional disco service. We’ll play your favourite party classics, take requests where possible and keep the dance floor bouncing.
Typical set
From
£1,095
Our most popular wedding duo option! Live accordion, bouzouki and bass, with expert dance calling, professional PA and lighting. Perfect for beginners. Add our DJ/disco from £350.
What's included
Dance calling
Up to hours performance with break
Sound Equipment
Lighting
Two experienced musicians as required 8pm till midnight.
Ceilidh + Disco
From
£1,445
Enjoy a lively live ceilidh with our popular Duo, followed by a professional DJ/disco. Expert dance calling, PA and lighting included, with a seamless changeover and music requests welcomed.
Iron Broo Ceilidh Band Details

PA System
Sound Equipment
Pre-Wedding Consultation
Disco Lighting
Take Requests
Learn New Songs

Type of Performer(s) or Business

Solo Musician
Other Type of Performer
DJ
Disco
Ensemble / Group
Ceilidh Band

Primary Instrument(s)

Complete Band
Other Instruments

Style of Music

Reception Music
Acoustic
Ceremony Music
Other Style of Music
Ceilidh Irish / Traditional
Iron Broo Ceilidh Band Full Description

Iron Broo Ceilidh Band brings the very best of live Scottish music, expert dance calling and optional DJ/disco entertainment to weddings across Scotland and beyond.

Established in 1992, we've entertained guests at over 1,000 weddings, from intimate celebrations to spectacular international events.

Choose from our popular Duo, larger traditional bands or compact One-Man Ceilidh Band. No dancing experience is needed , we explain and call every dance, getting everyone involved.

Add our professional DJ/disco for a complete evening of entertainment, with one band, one booking and an unforgettable atmosphere.

What We Offer

Live Ceilidh Music (up to 4 Hours)

We provide up to four hours of high-energy ceilidh music, perfect for most events (e.g., 8pm to midnight). We’ll take a short break during your evening buffet, ensuring a smooth flow to the night.

Dance Calling for Everyone

No prior dance experience? No problem! We’ll lead all the dances from the floor using a wireless microphone, making it easy and fun for everyone to join in — beginners and seasoned dancers alike.

Optional Folk Songs

Want to mix things up? We’re happy to perform a few lively or heartfelt folk songs to give your guests a breather from dancing.

Professional Sound & Lighting

We bring our own high-quality PA system and lighting, tailored to suit your venue — whether it’s a cosy barn or a grand hall. All our gear is PAT tested, and we carry full public liability insurance for peace of mind.

Why Choose Us

Trusted by Hundreds

As a full-time professional musician, I’m committed to top-tier musicianship and service. Don’t just take our word for it — check out our glowing reviews and live audio clips on our website.

Highly Rated Scottish Ceilidh Band

With nearly 200 customer reviews on FreeIndex, Iron Broo is currently ranked first in its UK Bands category. We've also performed at major events, including eight appearances at T in the Park's ceilidh tent.

Our experience, musicianship and customer reviews speak for themselves.See Reviews & Listen Live →

Flexible Line-ups & Extras

Band Sizes from Solo to 6-Piece

We can tailor the band size to suit your event and budget — from an intimate solo set to a full six-piece band.

Optional DJ & Disco – From £350 including VAT

Enjoy the best of both worlds with live Scottish ceilidh music followed by a professional DJ/disco, all provided by Iron Broo.

We'll keep your dance floor busy with party classics, favourite requests and music tailored to your guests. Our professional sound and lighting are already in place, so there's no need to hire a separate DJ or arrange a changeover.

You can tailor the balance of ceilidh dancing and disco music to suit your wedding, with everything organised through one experienced entertainment provider.

The perfect way to enjoy a complete evening of wedding entertainment!

Message from the team

Name of Wedding Contact: Charlie Abel
Hello, I'm Charlie, accordionist and bandleader of Iron Broo Ceilidh Band. Since 1992, we've entertained guests at more than 1,000 weddings, and I still love seeing everyone come together on the dance floor. No experience is needed: we call the dances and make sure everyone feels welcome. From an intimate ceilidh to a full evening with DJ/disco, I'll help you find the right entertainment for your wedding. I'd be delighted to play a part in your special day!

Experience

Year Business Was Established
1992
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
5
Reviews
(22)
(22)
Debbie
Happy couple married in June
June 2026
These guys are fantastic.
We had Iron Broo 2 piece ceilidh band and disco at our wedding reception and they were fantastic. The floor was full from the first dance and Charlie is an excellent caller and kept us all right. The disco was great with all requests being played, however obscure. All my correspondence was answered quickly and the whole process from first enquiry to the night was very smooth. If you want a great band for your wedding, these guys are fantastic.
Aylwin Pillai - Kinclune Estate
Wedding: June
June 2026
Iron Broo were absolutely brilliant!
Iron Broo played for our very first wedding at Kinclune House & Estate in our brand new wedding barn. Iron Broo were absolutely brilliant! The wedding party were up and dancing all night. Half of them were not Scottish, so Charlie did a great job of calling so that everyone could join in. I can't recommend Iron Broo highly enough if you're planning a wedding or special celebration! ❤️1
Free Index
Happy couple married in November
November 2017
my dad's 60th in Perthshire
Charlie performed at my dad's 60th in Perthshire, there were 100 people there and everyone thoroughly enjoyed the music and singing. We thoroughly enjoyed the ceilidh. Considering he was on his own I can only imagine how good the full band are. Highly recommended!
Philippa MAckie
Happy couple married in November
November 2017
July wedding
We hired Charlie and his amazing 3-piece band for our wedding in July 2017. They were absolutely fantastic providing a ceilidh all night long for people who were experienced ceilidh dancers to complete novices. They were fantastic musicians and also great and calling the dances. The disco at the middle and end of hte night was also just what was needed to make it a perfect evening. Their communication and organisation was great and their price very reasonable. Thank you so much to all of you!
Charlotte Litherland
Happy couple married in November
November 2017
Truly Awesome!
They were truly AWESOME! Everyone commented on how fabulous they were. We had a lot of non-ceilidh dancers, and they called the dances and got everyone on their feet and joining in. Even those who couldn't join in the dancing had a great time watching everyone give it a go-the atmosphere they created was fantastic! A brilliant selection of dances and speeds to give everyone a chance. Booking etc was super easy and they were so friendly and professional. Cannot recommend enough!!!!! Less
John Sherwood
Happy couple married in November
November 2017
Brilliant!
We had Iron Broo play at our wedding in October 2017 and we thought they were brilliant. Our guests all had a great time, and one couple have asked for the bands contact details to get them to play at their own wedding next year. Charlie was easy to deal with and quick and professional in all correspondence. He also did a great job in calling the ceilidh dances and keeping everyone right. We would definitely recommend Iron Broo to anyone looking for a ceilidh band for their wedding, and hope to see them again at our friends wedding soon!
Sandra Bauwens
Happy couple married in November
November 2017
We will Cherish Dearly!
Iron Broo played for our Golden Wedding Party and we had a most successful evening. Charlie played music that got everyone dancing and with his direction showed the guests how to do the dances. We have made a few videos which we will cherish dearly. If we celebrate anything else that would be our first choice.
Lorna McConichie
Happy couple married in November
November 2017
Awesome
Charlie and his guys were awesome, friendly and professional. Would highly recommend them! Kept the dance floor full all night.
Cameron Leel
Happy couple married in November
November 2017
Everything your want!
Cameron Leel Alford 19 Nov 2017 Iron Broo played at our wedding in July 2017 with 3 piece band and disco. They made the night, we'd highly recommend them! My wife and I loved them, and we still get great feedback from guests. Iron Broo are everything you want in a traditional ceilidh band but also with some unique twists to make them memorable (their Orcadian Strip the Willow is awesome!). Going to their Xmas Ceilidh and can't wait to dance to their tune again. Many thanks Iron Broo :).
Giulia Ness
Happy couple married in November
November 2017
Fantastic Job!
Charlie and his band did a fantastic job at our wedding. The Ceilidh was excellent and they did a great work at keeping everyone engaged! Our guests were from various countries and they all joined in and had a lot of fun dancing!
Iron Broo Ceilidh Band Location & Contact Details

Address

Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, Scotland, United Kingdom

Travel Notes

Iron Broo Ceilidh Band is based in Aberdeen and travels to weddings throughout Aberdeenshire, Scotland and beyond, including destination weddings overseas. We come directly to your venue with our professional sound and lighting equipment, so there's no need to visit us. We're happy to discuss your wedding arrangements by telephone, email or video call, and can arrange an appointment if required.

Nearest Town

Aberdeen

Nearest Motorway & Junction

A90 Aberdeen Harbour Road

Nearest Train Station

Aberdeen

Nearest Airport

Aberdeen Dyce

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FAQs
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What is your most memorable wedding?

My own wedding in Lecce, Italy! I invited some musician friends to play a Scottish ceilidh. After five hours of eating and celebrating, the band finally started around 1am! It was a wonderfully memorable night and a reminder that great live music brings people together, wherever they come from.

Describe your style in 5 adjectives.

Lively, authentic, welcoming, professional and energetic.

What about your business are you most proud of?

That Iron Broo has been bringing people together through music since 1992. We've played at over 1,000 weddings, but what really makes me proud is hearing from couples whose guests had never danced a ceilidh before and absolutely loved it.

What is your No.1 wedding planning tip for couples?

Don't over-plan every minute of your evening. Give your guests time to relax, mingle and enjoy themselves. A good ceilidh is a brilliant icebreaker, particularly when two families or groups of friends are meeting for the first time.

What is your favourite personal touch you have seen at a wedding?

I've seen some wonderful touches over the years, from traditional Scottish Grand Marches bringing whole families together to Dairylea sandwiches appearing in the evening buffet! It's often the little things that make a wedding memorable.

Describe your typical booking process with a couple.

Once we've confirmed availability and agreed your entertainment package, we'll send you a straightforward electronic booking agreement to review and sign.

A 20% deposit secures your date, with the remaining balance normally due 14 days before your wedding.

We'll confirm timings, venue arrangements and any special requests in advance, making the whole process easy and stress-free.

What makes a romantic first dance?

Choose music that means something to you both. You don't need complicated choreography or a big performance, just enjoy the moment together. We're happy to help arrange the music and timing so your first dance flows naturally into the evening celebrations.

What is your number one floor-filler?

Orcadian Strip the Willow, without a doubt! When everyone joins in, the atmosphere is incredible. It's great fun for the dancers and often just as entertaining for those watching.

Which band from the past would you most like to have been part of?

Silly Wizard. What a fantastic combination of traditional Scottish music, extraordinary musicianship and infectious energy!

What is the soundtrack to your life?

Suite for Jazz Orchestra No. 2, by Shostakovich 

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