The Hooliemen
Schedule
Sat Apr 18 2026 at 07:30 pm to 09:30 pm
UTC+01:00Location
Weston Road, LS29 8DW Ilkley, United Kingdom | Ilkley, EN
Chris Dyson – Fiddle/Vocals (Roisin Ban, Gaelforce, ex-Mike Harding Band, Leeds CCE)
Richard Moss – Guitar/Vocals (ex-Mike Harding Band, Drop the Floor)
Paddy Heffron – Button Accordion/Vocals/Sean-nós Dance (Roisin Ban, Leeds CCE)
Brian Aylward – Flute/Irish Pipes/Whistle/Vocals (Leeds CCE, Damhsa, Ceilihouse)
With up-tempo Irish traditional music at their core, The Hooliemen deliver thrilling jigs and reels, heartfelt ballads, tight vocal harmonies, unaccompanied (a cappella) songs, and the unique flair of sean-nós dance. Their set features beautiful renditions of well-known Irish songs as well as high-energy instrumental sets.
Previously known informally as The Hoolie, the band has performed for over a decade at major events including Whitby Folk Week. Now fully established as The Hooliemen, they are not to be missed.
"ABSOLUTELY BRILLIANT – would recommend. Great communication, brilliant professionalism… a pleasure"
— Peter Devine, South Leeds
Saturday 18th April 2026
Bar opens from 7pm
Performance starts: 7.30pm
Act 1 duration: 40 minutes
Interval: 20 minutes
Act 2 duration: 40 minutes
Finish Approx 9.30pm
Tickets £14
Wildman Studio
Where is it happening?
Weston Road, LS29 8DW Ilkley, United Kingdom, Ilkley, United KingdomEvent Location & Nearby Stays:


















