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
Iron Broo Duo From £1,095 Perfect for most weddings. Over 80% of our weddings choose this option. 💡 Most couples add our disco package for a complete evening. ✔ Ideal for 60–180 guest
What's included
Dance calling
Up to hours performance with break
Sound Equipment
Lighting
Two experienced musicians as required 8pm till midnight.
Ultimate Ceilidh 5-Piece
From
£1,980
From £1,980 Our full five-piece line-up creates the ultimate ceilidh experience. The extra musicians add depth, energy and excitement. 💡 Most couples add our disco package for a complete evening
Iron Broo Ceilidh Band Details

PA System
Sound Equipment
Pre-Wedding Consultation
Disco Lighting

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

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

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.

Top-Ranked Band in the UK

We’re proud to be ranked #1 out of 578 UK bands on FreeIndex, with experience performing at weddings, festivals, and major events — including 8 appearances at T in the Park’s ceilidh tent.

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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 Disco Add-On

Keep the party going with our Disco package — available for just £180. We’ll play your custom playlist during our break and keep the floor alive until 1am if needed.

Prefer to use your own iPod or playlist instead? No extra charge.

We always aim to make your night unforgettable — reliable, professional, and fun. Get in touch to check availability and pricing. We never disappoint. 😊

Message from the team

Name of Wedding Contact: Charlie Abel
You are in safe hands with us. Book as early as possible and we will deliver a fantastic ceilidh for your night, people will be talking about it for years to come. You might only have one chance for a perfect wedding ceilidh. Booking professional, award-winning musicians, and entertainers like us will help make a difference. Our reviews and experience speak for themselves.

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

29 Redmoss Road, Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, AB12 3JD, Scotland, United Kingdom

Travel Notes

Visits always welcome but please, by appointment only, as we may not be available. 07802861390

Nearest Town

Aberdeen

Nearest Motorway & Junction

A90 Aberdeen Harbour Road

Nearest Train Station

Aberdeen

Nearest Airport

Aberdeen Dyce

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FAQs
Find out a bit more from our FAQs

What is your most memorable wedding?

My own one in Italy. I got some friends to play our ceilidh in Lecce. There was free wine all night and the band didn't start till 1am after 5 hours of eating. Free wine to Scots couldn't be refused of course and they were playing for free. The fiddle player got rather drunk and collapsed during our first dance. The second fiddle took over and we had a fantastic night. I keep threatining to put our wedding video on YouTube.

Describe your style in 5 adjectives.

Professional, grounded, friendly, musical, quality.

What about your business are you most proud of?

It's mine. It's my life and my passion.

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

Don't get stressed.

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

Dairy lea sandwiches in the buffet.

Describe your typical process with a couple.

Booking agreed, contract sent, deposit paid, payment a week before date, any special requests and times confirmed. A great night.

What makes a romantic first dance?

a couples dance.

What is your number one floor-filler?

Orcadian strip the willow.

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

Silly Wizard

What is the soundtrack to your life?

Shoenberg JAzz suite no.2

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