The Gaelic in Edinburgh leaflet offers information about the history of Gaelic in the city as well as information and contact details for Gaelic groups active across Edinburgh today. The University of Edinburgh has developed and distributed this leaflet with funding from Bòrd na Gàidhlig and in cooperation with Iomairt Dhùn Èideann and many other organisations in Edinburgh. The leaflet can be viewed as a PDF below. Introduction Edinburgh is a famously beautiful and culturally rich city. Amongst all this cultural wealth, Gaelic activities and services can sometimes be difficult to find. This leaflet endeavours to bring these together in one place. History of Gaelic in Edinburgh An introduction to the history of Gaelic in Edinburgh, dating back to the Gaelic-speaking Kingdom of Alba. Gaelic place names in Edinburgh Although some say Gaelic was never spoken in Edinburgh, place name evidence shows there are names of Gaelic origin throughout Edinburgh and to the south and east of the city. Gaelic Groups in Edinburgh A-C Information and contact details for Gaelic groups in and around Edinburgh A-G. Gaelic Groups in Edinburgh E-L Information and contact details for Gaelic groups in and around Edinburgh E-L. Gaelic Groups in Edinburgh N-Z Information and contact details for Gaelic groups in and around Edinburgh N-Z. Gaelic in Edinburgh PDF The Gaelic in Edinburgh leaflet offers information about the history of Gaelic in the city as well as information and contact details for Gaelic groups active across Edinburgh today. This article was published on 2024-10-29