Burns Night with the Ceilidh Club at Porchester Hall

Burns Night London is a real highlight of the year. It’s a chance to celebrate the life of Scotland’s National Poet – Robert Burns – in a way he would have wanted: eating, drinking, dancing and laughter. Burns wrote some of the world’s most famous songs and poetry, including Auld Lang Syne, and we celebrate his birthday on the 25th of January, 1759.

So, how does the Ceilidh Club celebrate Burns Night London?

We’ll be at the wonderful Porchester Hall, a large venue with excellent facilities. Check to ensure you book for the right night and proper venue, as we have events at other venues on the same date. 

There’s a huge dance floor, a bar, a cloakroom and a posh red carpet. 

Doors open at 7:00pm, and dancing is from 8:00pm to 11:00pm.  There is a live band, and a caller will lead you through the steps, so no experience is necessary. In any case, don’t worry if you have never danced to a ceilidh before.

What’s the running order for the night?

7:00pm Doors open / bar open

7:30ish onwards, food will be served buffet style. Haggis (Vegan/Vegetarian and Meat – you get to choose), Neeps (turnips) and Tatties (potatoes). Contact us if you have coeliac disease or other food allergies by filling in this form.

8:00-9:20pm Dancing

9:20pm Break and Haggis will be piped in

9:30pm Address to the Haggis

9:35pm Haggis piped off stage. Solo piping session.

9:40pmDancing 

11:00pm Evening ends with Auld Lang Syne.

What’s the Dress Code For Burns Night?

There is no particular dress code; you’ll fit in wearing the full Highland outfit, flowing ball gown, jeans, and trainers. However, people generally make more of an effort for Burns Night. We love to see tartan; you look good in it, too!

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