Come join us for this talk at the Dreel Halls!

In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, fisherfolk from all over Scotland came through Fife as they were following the herring. Women who worked as herring gutters sang in Gaelic as they worked in ports along the east coast. At this event, Meg Hyland will share examples of Gaelic songs sung by herring gutters of this era and discuss the linguistic and musical exchange that happened between speakers of Gaelic, Scots and English in the fishing industry. The audience will learn some songs and are welcome to join in the singing (but this is not compulsory).

Refreshments available by donation.

This event was organised in partnership with Fife Council and the Scottish Fisheries Museum to celebrate Seachdain na Gàidhlig. It is one of a series of events happening in Anstruther.

Saturday 1st March 4.00pm - 5.30pm

Tickets are Free but must be booked in advance. Book Now