People are being invited to discover more about Gaelic language and culture this summer through a new week-long learning festival taking place in Fife.

Fèis Ionnsachaidh ann am Fìobha (Learning Festival in Fife) will run from 3–7 August at Dunfermline High School, offering a range of free activities designed to encourage both new and existing learners to engage with Gaelic.

The festival is open to learners aged 16 and over, as well as families, and aims to create new opportunities to learn, use and celebrate Gaelic in Fife.

Throughout the week, participants will be able to take part in intensive Gaelic language classes for beginners, intermediate and advanced learners, along with Gaelic cooking sessions, Gaelic singing, a shinty taster session and daily srùpags - informal opportunities to chat over a cup of tea or coffee. All activities are free to attend.

The festival is a partnership between Community Learning and Development, Communities and Neighbourhoods, the Fife Gaelic Development Group and the Workers’ Educational Association (WEA).

Organisers hope the event will encourage new learners to begin their Gaelic journey while providing additional opportunities for those already learning the language to develop their skills and confidence.

Councillor Linda Erskine, Fife Council Spokesperson for Communities and Leisure, said: “This exciting new festival is a wonderful opportunity for people across Fife to explore Gaelic language and culture in a welcoming and inclusive environment.

“Whether you're taking your very first steps in learning Gaelic or looking to build on existing skills, there will be something for everyone throughout the week.

“Gaelic is an important part of Scotland’s cultural heritage and events like this help ensure it continues to thrive in our communities.

“I would encourage anyone with an interest in the language, culture or traditions to come along, get involved and make the most of these free learning opportunities.”

The festival is being promoted under the theme “Gach latha, gach àite, gach duine”, which means “Every day, every place, every person” and reflects the ambition to make Gaelic learning accessible to everyone in Fife.

Anyone interested in taking part can sign up via https://forms.office.com/e/2cFsfz7iMQ or contact the Community Learning and Development team at CLD.dunfermline@fife.gov.uk for more information.

Fife Council is also currently consulting on its new Gaelic Language Plan, which will continue Fife Council’s commitment under the Gaelic Language (Scotland) Act 2005 to promote the language and ensure it is visible, valued and accessible.

The consultation is open for responses until August 7, and you can take part by visiting: https://haveyoursay.fife.gov.uk/communities/fife-gaelic-language-plan-2026-2031