Ceilidh dancing’s revival draws young people in Scotland and London

Ceilidh dancing is enjoying a revival across Scotland and London, drawing young people seeking a lively, in-person way to socialise. The article links its appeal to the isolation of lockdown, screen-heavy routines and loneliness, while noting that the communal dances offer an exuberant alternative to clubs and dating apps.

Eventbrite reports that ticket sales for ceilidh events have risen by 16 per cent in two years. The touring show *Ceilidh the Musical* drew hundreds when it launched in Shoreditch last month, and the London Ceilidh Club’s founder says interest has grown since Covid. The article also notes that Lady Louise Windsor and Felix da Silva-Clamp met at a ceilidh and take part in London’s reeling scene.