COLMCILLE
Bringing together speakers of Scottish and Irish Gaelic
WELCOME
Colmcille is a partnership between Foras na Gaeilge in Ireland and Bòrd na Gàidhlig in Scotland: it fosters communication and collaboration between the Scottish Gaelic and Irish Gaelic language communities.
ABOUT
The aim of Colmcille is “to bring together speakers of Scottish and Irish Gaelic”.
FUNDING
Colmcille operates through grant schemes and through facilitating and initiating projects.
ST COLUMBA TRAIL
Follow the Slí Cholmcille to Ireland and Scotland to reveal the life and legends of this enduring figure.
Starting in December 2020, there will be a year-long commemoration marking the birth 1500 years ago of the 6th century St Colmcille or Columba. The saint and his rich legacy have shaped Ireland, Scotland and the north of England. The legacy continues to transcend borders and to inspire cooperation, not least in the Gaelic tradition of Scotland, Ireland and the Isle of Man.
News
Below is the latest news from Colmcille partners and projects. Send us any relevant news, images and videos for inclusion on the site.
Oban Landmark Lit Up in Cloak of Many Colours
The prominent landmark McCaig’s Tower in the resort town of Oban will be lit up on 9 June 2021 by projections featuring the artwork of nine artists. Each artist has received funding from The Colmcille Legacy Award – a scheme created by Bòrd…
Alleluia Naomh Calum Cille (Columba)
BBC ALBA television programme singing praise of Columba. Available on BBC iPlayer. Iain MacKinnon presents a special mix of hymns, psalms and readings to commemorate the life of Saint Columba. Iain will be introducing hymns in celebration of St Columba…
Funding awarded to bring Colmcille to life across Donegal and Derry
Eighteen projects from across the Council areas of Derry, Strabane and Donegal celebrating the history, music, drama, literature, art, and folklore of Colmcille, have been successful in securing funding made available as part of the Colmcille 1500 Community Grant Scheme…
Slí Cholmcille – The Irish Camino
The Turas Colmcille committee in Donegal and Derry is seeking to develop Slí Cholmcille as a network of walking trails linking the main Columban Heritage sites across the two counties. The Camino-style walk across Donegal and Derry will take twelve…
