Ulster-Scots language is widely spoken in parts of Ulster. This series of exciting new language games for children will help reinforce learning about the language and develop new vocabulary.
About Discover Ulster-Scots
The term Ulster-Scots refers to people from Scotland that settled in Ulster, and their descendants. It also refers to their heritage and cultural traditions. The Lowland Scots brought industry, language, music, sport, religion and a myriad of traditions to Ulster.
In different parts of the world Ulster-Scots are often referred to as Scots-Irish or Scotch-Irish – all terms for the same people and their culture and heritage.
Over centuries, Ulster-Scots people have migrated to many parts of the world, taking with them their pioneering spirit and culture. They have influenced many aspects of life in the places settled, from principles of government to music, dance, innovation and ingenuity.
This website is a hub, with a range of content and links of Ulster-Scots interest.
It also features some of the work of the Ulster-Scots Agency, based in Belfast, Northern Ireland and its work in promoting and preserving Ulster-Scots language, culture and heritage.
RESOURCES LIBRARY
At The Foot of Knocklayde
Ulster Scots
The Ulster-Scot - May 2013
The official newspaper for the Ulster-Scots Agency / Tha Boord o Ulster-Scotch.
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Unit 01: Game 07
COMMON WORDS: Match 12 pairs of the Ulster-Scots words you have learned in under 60 seconds to reveal the full picture.
EMIGRATION & INFLUENCE
HISTORY & CULTURE
The Hamilton & Montgomery Settlement of 1606
In terms of Irish history, the period from 1603 to 1610 is perhaps the most influential as it includes the Union of the Crowns in 1603, the Flight of the Earls in 1607 and the Plantation of (the west of) Ulster in 1610. Many claim that this era has defined Ireland’s history right up to the present day.
Friday, November 13, 2020 - 09:34
INNOVATION & INVENTION
Sir James Martin
Ulster-Scot James Martin was born in Crossgar in County Down in 1893. In 1929 he established his own engineering firm and in 1934 he joined with Valentine Baker to establish the Martin-Baker engineering company.
Tuesday, October 27, 2020 - 11:58
LANGUAGE & LITERATURE
LEARNING
Education – School-Based Learning
The Northern Ireland curriculum provides opportunities for schools to embed teaching and learning about Ulster-Scots in curriculum-based teaching and learning.
Monday, October 19, 2020 - 20:45
