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Leid AND Lairn: A Celebration of Ulster-Scots Language and Heritage

Ards Arts Centre, Town Hall Arts Centre, Conway Square, Newtownards, County Down, BT23 4NP
Leid AND Lairn 2026

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Join us at Leid AND Lairn, as we celebrate Ulster-Scots language, heritage, music and storytelling through a series of events taking place across the Borough and at the Ulster Folk Museum.

Running throughout Autumn 2026, the programme offers opportunities for residents and visitors to explore Ulster-Scots culture through talks, guided tours, music, dance, language workshops and unique heritage experiences.

Highlights include a performance by acclaimed Northern Ireland trio TRÚ at Donaghadee Parish Church's as part of its 400th anniversary celebrations, a lively Ulster-Scots Ceilidh Tea Dance in Newtownards, an introduction to the Ulster-Scots language with Dr Dayna Jost and heritage talks exploring the histories of Ballywalter Presbyterian Church and Donaghadee Parish Church.

The Ulster Folk Museum will also host a series of events as part of the programme. These include Discover Ulster-Scots Music Traditions, The Story and Craft of Kilts, Whiskey and Words, and Rhymin Rab's Ramble, a self-guided tour exploring the Ulster-Scots language through the words of Robert Huddleston.

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Season (24 Oct 2026 - 11 Nov 2026)
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