Ceilidh dance

My interest in the Scottish islands and Highlands all started with my beloved Granddad, James Ray Love. He'd been a huge influence on me growing up, and a rare pillar of strength in an adolescence marred by family dysfunction. He was also an excellent raconteur, with a playful sense of humor, a poet's soul, and a deep appreciation of history. It was 1994 and I was majoring in Recording Engineering. His aunt Cora, the childless wife of a well-to-do doctor, had spent a lot of time researching…

Ceilidh music and bands are becoming more and more popular! so we thought we'd tell you what it is and why everyone wants it at their event at the moment.

Get your dancing shoes on and join us in our Grand Ballroom for a night to remember with in-house ceilidh band, caller & Highland dancers.

JANET MCCRORIE, Ceilidh Spin

The Ceilidh-Doos are a Scottish ceilidh band who have a long track-record of performing top-quality, competitively-priced ceilidhs for weddings, parties, celebrations and corporate events.

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Céilí

When you’re in Scotland long enough you’ll sooner or later get to know the word Ceilidh, pronounced as kay-lee. Ceilidh is a gaelic word meaning gathering or party. Donald Mackenzie wrote in 1917 in his book Wonder tales from Scottish myth and legend about the Ceilidh: “On long, dark winter nights it is still the […]

Ceilidh

Are you ready to liven up your social events with some traditional Scottish dancing? Ceilidh dancing is a fun and interactive way to get everyone on their feet and moving to the beat. Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or a beginner, these tips will help you get started and enjoy the experience. Enjoy learning how to ceilidh dance. #ceilidhdancing #scottishdance #socialevents #dancetips #beginnerdance #traditionaldance