For upcoming events, see below
For the last ten years Brighton Ceilidh Collective have been one of the lynchpins of the area’s ceilidh dancing scene, with our regular public ceilidhs, known as Rants – as well as playing at hundreds of weddings and parties.
We chose the name just because we like the wildness of the word – and it’s also the name of a folk dance step.
Usually they’re held at One Church Brighton, on Gloucester Place, just south of The North Laine pub.
What do I need to know before I come?
Apart from just a ticket and a pair of comfortable shoes, you don’t need anything.
Our ceilidhs are for newcomers and experienced dancers alike. Our callers pride themselves on making first-timers welcome on the dance floor. They’ll tell you exactly what you need to do.
Come alone or with friends. Don’t worry if you don’t have a partner for dances that need one. Just stick up your hand and it’s our caller’s job to find you someone to dance with.
It’s important to us that our ceilidhs are inclusive. The people who come to our dances are lovely – at least we think so.
Rant March 1st
Brighton Ceilidh Collective present Rant with caller Louise Siddons Friday 1st March 7.45pm – 11pm.One Church, Gloucester Place, Brighton BN1
Beyond the basics
Teaching and dancing led by Heather McAslan. Saturday 27 April 2pm-5pm.One Church, Gloucester Place, Brighton BN1 4AA An opportunity to
An Introduction to Calling for Ceilidhs
A workshop with caller Heather McAslan Saturday 27 April 11am – 1pm.One Church, Gloucester Place, Brighton BN1 4AA Ever looked
Family Ceilidh: Sat April 27th, 10.30am
Brighton Ceilidh Collective present a family ceilidh with caller Nell Howe Saturday 27 April 10.30am – 12.30pm.One Church, Gloucester Place, Brighton
10th Anniversary celebration Rant: 27 April 7.00pm
Brighton Ceilidh Collective present Rant with caller Heather McAslan Saturday 27 April 7.00pm – 11pm.One Church, Gloucester Place, Brighton BN1
10th Anniversary celebration Rant: 26 April 7.00pm
Brighton Ceilidh Collective present Rant with caller Louise Wells Friday 26th April 7pm – 11pm.One Church, Gloucester Place, Brighton BN1
Rant February 2nd
Brighton Ceilidh Collective present Rant Friday 2nd February 7.45pm – 11pm.One Church, Gloucester Place, Brighton BN1 4AA Please note. Dancing
Rant January 5th
Brighton Ceilidh Collective present Rant Friday 5th January 7.45pm – 11pm.One Church, Gloucester Place, Brighton BN1 4AA Please note. Dancing
Family Christmas Ceilidh, December 16
Brighton Ceilidh Collective present a special family ceilidh with caller Nell Howe Saturday 16th Dec 4.30pm – 6.30pm.One Church, Gloucester
Christmas Ceilidh, December 16
Brighton Ceilidh Collective present a Christmas ceilidh with caller Heather McAslan Saturday 16th Dec 7.45pm – 11pm.One Church, Gloucester Place,
Christmas Ceilidh, December 15
Brighton Ceilidh Collective present a Christmas ceilidh with caller Heather McAslan Friday 15th Dec 7.45pm – 11pm.One Church, Gloucester Place,
Rant December 1st
Brighton Ceilidh Collective present Rant with caller Gill Emerson Friday 1st Dec 7.45pm – 11pm.One Church, Gloucester Place, Brighton BN1
Rant November 3rd
Brighton Ceilidh Collective present Rant with caller Harriet Barton Friday 3rd Nov 7.45pm – 11pm.One Church, Gloucester Place, Brighton BN1
Rant October 6th
Brighton Ceilidh Collective present Rant with Heather McAslan Friday 6th October 7.45pm – 11pm.One Church, Gloucester Place, Brighton BN1 4AA
Rant September 1
Brighton Ceilidh Collective present Rant with caller Louise Siddons Friday 1st September 7.45pm – 11pm.One Church, Gloucester Place, Brighton BN1
Rant August 4
Brighton Ceilidh Collective present Rant with caller Adam Mould Friday 4th August 7.45pm – 11pm.One Church, Gloucester Place, Brighton BN1
Rant June 30th
Brighton Ceilidh Collective present Rant with Gill Emerson and guest caller Nell Howe Friday 30th June 7.45pm – 11pm.One Church,
Rant June 2
Brighton Ceilidh Collective present Rant with Louise Siddons and guest caller Nell Howe Friday 2nd June 7.45pm – 11pm.One Church,
Extra date! Rant April 15
Extra date! Rant April 15 Brighton Ceilidh Collective present Rant with caller Heather McAslan Saturday 15 April 7.45pm – 11pm.
Rant April 14
Brighton Ceilidh Collective present Rant Friday 14 April 7.45pm – 11pm. Please note. Dancing starts at 8.00pm. Friendly caller. Good