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Comhaltas in Britain Welcome to Comhaltas in Britain. We are a creative community nurturing Irish culture and music.

Part of a worldwide movement working to preserve & promote Irish Culture. Since 1957, Comhaltas in Britain has been strengthening communities through traditional Irish music. Growing from our first branch in Glasgow, our huge network of incredibly talented and passionate volunteers teach Irish Traditional Music to c. 1,200 members, across all generations, in over 20 branches across England, Scotland and Wales. We believe that the ability to engage with music and culture is the glue that holds our community together. We deliver weekly music classes in community settings, such as local community centres, churches and music schools, which encourage people aged 1-100 to access their creativity in an informal and fun environment, supported by their community. Through these music sessions and development with their instrument, our musicians and members are able to express themselves, bond across generations, raise their confidence, and most importantly come together through music each week; an activity which has been proven to contribute to good mental health. At the highest level, some of our members go on to play traditional Irish music to a professional standard, and many members give back to Comhaltas by teaching voluntarily to the next generations. Our vision is a world where Irish music and culture is open to all, and celebrated as a valued part of Britain’s cultural heritage.

09/10/2026
09/10/2026

Trad Session and Pop Up Gaeltacht this Sunday

Exciting news! Another of our branches has signed up to host a Learn to Play event.You can now join Leicester Comhaltas:...
06/10/2026

Exciting news! Another of our branches has signed up to host a Learn to Play event.

You can now join Leicester Comhaltas:
Sunday 11 October 2026, 11am–1pm
Emerald Centre (LE5 0TB)
Contact: [email protected]

Discover the Joy of Playing Music: Learn to Play Day 2026!Have you ever wanted to try your hand at traditional Irish mus...
05/10/2026

Discover the Joy of Playing Music: Learn to Play Day 2026!

Have you ever wanted to try your hand at traditional Irish music? From 8th–11th October 2026, five of our Comhaltas branches —North London, East London, Nottingham, Leicester and Leeds—are teaming up with Music for All's Learn to Play Day to offer free, hands-on taster sessions!

Whether you are a complete beginner or returning to an old passion, these pressure-free sessions are a fantastic way to pick up an instrument, boost your wellbeing, and meet friendly local musicians.

Ready to get involved? Read our blog post linked below for branch locations, times, available instruments, and contact details: https://www.comhaltas.co.uk/post/learn-to-play-day-2026-discover-the-power-of-traditional-irish-music

London and Southern Region of Comhaltas Ceoltoiri Eireann Leeds CCE Nottingham Comhaltas Leicester Comhaltas

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02/10/2026

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It only takes a moment and it's completely free, so please get involved if you haven't already — this would really boost our fundraising: https://join.easyfundraising.org.uk/comhaltas-in-britain/2bmlxm/s2s/E7OVWoL0/PMC01/facebook/

Happy International Podcast Day! We’re celebrating the magic of podcasts today! From traditional music and Irish history...
30/09/2026

Happy International Podcast Day!

We’re celebrating the magic of podcasts today! From traditional music and Irish history to language learning, there’s nothing quite like a good listen.

What are your go-to podcasts right now? Drop your recommendations in the comments!

Obviously, we’re a little biased, but we highly recommend checking out the Comhaltas podcast, Foinneóg: 75 Bliain Ag Fás, hosted by Máire Ní Churraoin and produced behind the scenes by our very own Calum McGregor and David Browne!

All episodes are now available on Spotify—including the live finale recorded in Belfast during Fleadh week!

Listen here: https://linktr.ee/foinneog?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=246557a0-5280-4068-9241-42eaab7a3b84

There is nothing quite like a Friday night Trad session to kick off the weekend! 🎻🪕Tag someone you'll be playing tunes w...
25/09/2026

There is nothing quite like a Friday night Trad session to kick off the weekend! 🎻🪕

Tag someone you'll be playing tunes with this weekend—or someone you’ve missed sharing a session with lately! 🪗🪈

25/09/2026

THE All-Ireland Fleadh took place last month in Belfast for a celebration of Irish culture that was on a completely different level to anything that had gone before.

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Liverpool Irish Centre, 6 Boundary Lane
Liverpool
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