We have used the Skelpit Lug Ceilidh Band for a number of years now for our annual Ceilidh (most recently at the Albert Halls, Stirling, in March 2008) and we can only sing their praises.  With an extraordinary range of dances as well as some of their own specialities such as the Toblerone Jig, they keep everyone of all ages on their toes all night!  We look forward to having them perform for us again next year. 

 

Niall Williamson, Assistant Chair of Stirling Canoe Club,  21st April 2008.

 

"The Skelpit Lug Ceilidh Band not only added something special to our University Ball (22 March 2008), they made the evening. The music was second to none and they led every dance professionally, in an incredibly fun manner. Despite the fact the dance floor was small, every dance saw even the surrounding area being used as people had such a good time. The Lugs were professional and friendly from the start and I have recommended them to several other university societies for future events.  They offered me a few options regarding band size and instruments, and I am totally satisfied with what we received. Definitely not a band to be overlooked."

 

Stacey McWilliams, St Andrews University, 16th April 2008

 

"Please pass on a big thank you to the Skelpit Lug Ceilidh Band who played at our charity ceilidh in aid of the Bannockburn Riding for the Disabled on 29th February at Stirling's Albert Halls.  What a fantastic event !  There was a really great atmosphere and the dance floor was full for every dance.  We've been receiving lots of comments from people saying how much they enjoyed themselves.  It's the first time we've hosted a ceilidh, but I'm sure we will be repeating this event !  Thank You !

 

Lucy Fraser, Trustee, Bannockburn Riding for the Disabled  3rd March 2008

 

" Now we have settled back in Dubai we just wanted to thank you for playing at our wedding at Huntingtower Hotel Perth on 26th January.  We thoroughly enjoyed the whole day and you helped make the evening reception a very memorable occasion. Your enthusiasm was infectious and created an atmosphere that was second to none. The music, dances and novelty dances set the appropriate tone and made it easy for everybody to enjoy themselves.  We look forward to the next occasion, when we will have the pleasure of hearing you play once again."

 

Katrina and John Piperias  9th February 2008

 

"Just a wee note to say thank you so much for playing at Katrina and John's wedding on Saturday (at the Huntingtower Hotel, Perth).  We all had a brilliant time and everyone has been commenting on how good the band were and how everyone joined in and thoroughly enjoyed themselves, particularly the fun reels !  Many thanks again, and we will certainly keep your details on file for future events."

 

Kirsty Colthart, 28th January 2008

 

"We wanted to write and thank the Skelpit Lugs for the fantastic ceilidh music which you played for us at Glenlivet House on 26th October (2007). The band really got people dancing and everyone commented on how great you were.  Despite limited space we managed a wide range of dances, which were well called and had everyone generally going in the right direction !  We very much enjoyed the solo singing during the buffet and breaks. Thanks for working so well to complete a truly memorable evening for our Silver Wedding.  We shall be recommending you to anyone planning a ceilidh."

 

Sally and Phil Jewson, Leighton Buzzard, 7th November 2007    

 

"Just a quick email to say thanks very much for your tolerance and excellent playing at Tess and Mark's wedding last Friday at Houston House.  We've been receiving a number of 'thank you' cards ourselves this week, in which the ceilidh is mentioned frequently and was obviously a highlight of the evening for many !"

 

Trish Santer, 14th September 2007

 

"Just a quick email before we go off on our honeymoon early tomorrow morning.  I just wanted to thank you and the rest of the band for helping to make our night at the Gleneagles Hotel very special.  Everyone loved the Ceilidh which showed by the fact that the floor was full for every dance !  Many thanks.

 

Rob and Laura Wallace   17th August 2007  

 

"Skelpit Lug has made several visits to play for us and other events in Cyprus.  They are an excellent band but they are also excellent people and have become friends whom we hope to have back again in the future."

Ken Watson, Editor of 'The Glen', the magazine of The Caledonian Society of Cyprus, 25th April 2007.

 

"If you are looking for a ceilidh band that plays excellent music and that encourages the company to join in the dancing then Skelpit Lug is the ideal band.  They will not only have you dancing to the traditional standards but also to some great dances of their own.  They have played for us on numerous occasions such as Burns Nights, School Proms, and Christmas dances and they are always excellent.   Pupils, staff, parents and friends all agree that the Skelpit Lugs are the ideal choice for a successful and enjoyable evening."

 

Linda Horsburgh, Headteacher, Wallace High School (Stirling) 16th May 2007

 

"We arranged for the Skelpit Lugs to play at our wedding in France.  Words cannot fully express just how much the Skelpit Lugs contributed to our day.  It goes without saying that they are brilliant musicians, truly professional and genuinely great guys too.  As well as making the long trip to France, they went far beyond what most bands would offer.  Our guests, without exception, thought that it was the best wedding they'd ever been to.  The Lugs got everyone up and dancing, always ensuring that everyone understood the dances and had a fantastic time.  We've already booked them again to play at our first wedding anniversary."

 

Elinor and Rob Martell

 

"This is to say how much everyone appreciated the Skelpit Lugs' wonderful contribution to our daughter Caroline's wedding party.  There was no mistaking the huge enjoyment our guests had from the ceilidh dancing - for many of them it was the first time but I didn't notice many hanging back !   That was thanks to the warm, inclusive style of your caller as well as the toe-tapping irresistibility of your music.  Our sincere thanks to all of you."

 

Juliet McCracken

 

"I just wanted to thank you for an absolutely fantastic ceilidh on Saturday night at the Winnock Hotel, Drymen.  You all did ever so well at organising the dances for the various nationalities we had among our guests.  All the people we spoke to thought the ceilidh was a major highlight of the day."

 

Phil and Sophie Lamond

 

"Skelpit Lug is without doubt the best ceilidh band that we have ever come across. The guests at our daughter Nicola's wedding filled the dance floor the entire evening.  The staff at the Stirling County Rugby Club said they had never seen so many people dancing and enjoying themselves. We won't hesitate to pass your details to others and wish you every success for the future."

 

Maureen and Harry Black