Ulster Scots- LEID Week 2025
Fermanagh and Omagh District Council recognises Leid Week as an important opportunity to celebrate and explore the Ulster Scots language, its speakers, and its place within the wider community. The celebratory week is held every year in November. It provides an opportunity to explore, preserve and develop our Ulster-Scots linguistic identity.
LEID Week Events 2025
To support this, the Council offered a grants programme of up to £200 for community organisations wishing to host events during Leid Week.
Funded events should aim to raise awareness of the Ulster Scots language and culture in creative and engaging ways, focusing on one or more of the following themes:
- Promoting awareness of Ulster Scots language and culture
- Fostering greater understanding and appreciation of Ulster Scots heritage
- Providing opportunities to learn about and/or use the Ulster Scots language
Below is a list of activities taking place across the Fermanagh and Omagh District Council area during Leid Week 2025.
Leid Week is 24th – 29th November, with events running from 19–29 November 2025.
Cooley Parents Teachers Association
Location: Cooley Primary School, 90 Cooley Road, Sixmilecross, BT79 7DH
Date & Time: Monday 24 November 2025, 9:30am
Contact: Gail Cuthbertson | Tel: 028 8075 8742
Cooley PTA will host two engaging events aimed at deepening local understanding of Ulster Scots culture and history while encouraging participation and collaboration.
- Lambeg Drumming Performance: A live demonstration featuring information on the history and craftsmanship of the traditional Lambeg drum.
- Ceilidh Dancing Sessions: An introduction to well-known Highland dances, with opportunities for pupils to take part and learn the steps.
Friends of Little Woods
Location: Evan’s Wood, Ramaley Road, Clabby, Co. Fermanagh, BT75 0RN
Date & Time: Saturday 29 November 2025, 10:00 am
Contact: Chris Hillcox | E: chris@friendsoflittlewoods.com
Tuff, Slane and Sneddin is an Ulster Scots-themed art event exploring the natural and cultural heritage of bogland and peat cutting. The session will include a talk on the origins and wildlife of bogland, alongside Ulster Scots readings reflecting on the traditions of turf cutting.
Market House Culture Group
Location: Market House, Main Street, Maguiresbridge, Co. Fermanagh, BT94 9RZ
Date & Time: Wednesday 26 November 2025, 7:00pm
Contact: Audrey Watson | E: aubreywatson@btinternet.com
This informal evening event will bring the community together to celebrate and explore Ulster Scots language and culture through poetry readings, traditional Lowland pipe performances, and excerpts from a newly published Ulster Scots book detailing the history of Market House and the local area.
South East Fermanagh Foundation (SEFF)
Location: SEFF Centre, Castle Lane, Lisnaskea
Date & Time: Wednesday 19 November 2025, 7:00pm
Contact: Joy Aiken | E: joy.aiken@seff.org.uk
SEFF will host an evening featuring a guest speaker exploring Ulster Scots culture and heritage, accompanied by musical entertainment and refreshments.
Information is correct at the time of publication, but it is advisable to contact the organisers directly to confirm event details.
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