Set in the beautiful Quantock Hills, Rock Farm, West Bagborough near Taunton in rural Somerset, was an idyllic spot for spending a relaxing weekend and, last night, it proved a delightful location for a 12 person mini ceilidh hen party.
The views from this grade II listed farmhouse house are simply breathtaking and you can see over miles upon miles of Somerset’s finest rolling hills and landscape.
What better location to hold a hen party with country dancing to Barnbuskers music? Barnbuskers Ceilidh Band leader Judy walked the dancers through each dance before the music started and then continuing calling out the moves for as long as was needed. During the hour of the mini ceilidh, There were do-si-dos, right hand stars, left hand stars, dancing between the lines and lots of other moves that make up the country dancing repertoire. Not to mention, lots of laughter and a few whoops! It was a great way to set off a hen party weekend. The Barnbuskers music was recorded so the evening’s entertainment was very affordable.
So, if you are thinking of having a hen party and are looking for a low cost and entertaining hour of dancing with your friends, you only need a few people to make it a fun country dancing event. For example, Judy does ceilidh classes locally in Watchet and Minehead. Usually, there are up to 26 dancers but occasionally the numbers fall well below that. However, Judy, in common with all country dance callers, is very expert at selecting dances that are appropriate to the number of dancers on the floor. Recently, as few as four dancers were able to have an hour of country dancing fun at a Judy’s Ceilidh Class at Watchet Bowling Club. Obviously, the more the merrier but, as long as there are enough people for at least one set, the fun can begin. For more information, simply contact Judy via the links below.
On the other hand, if you are thinking of holding a barn dance or ceilidh, for your much larger birthday, anniversary or special event in Devon or Somerset, Barnbuskers Ceilidh Barn Dance Band would love to hear from you! We provide traditional country dance folk music and a caller for lots of special occasions in Somerset and Devon throughout the year. Our musician line up for a fun ceilidh or barn dance can vary from a four musicians with caller for very large events or to a low cost duo with caller for smaller budget events ideal for fund raisers. (Plus there is the recorded music option mentioned above – ideal for a hen party). It all depends on your needs. For more information and our availability from Judy, our band leader, simply follow the link to our Barnbuskers ceilidh and barn dance band contact page.
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