Fàilte gu Ceòlas Upcoming Events Based in the Isle of South Uist, Ceòlas aims to celebrate, promote and nurture Gaelic language, music and culture. About Us Gaelic Classes Learn Gaelic from expert, native tutors with yearly blocks of online classes and short blocks focusing on conversation, Gaelic song and local folklore. Gaelic Classes Online Block Starting Sept '26! Events Upcoming Events Live music, concerts, cèilidhs, heritage events and more! Sgoil Shamhraidh Summer School A week of ceòl & craic with classes in piping, fiddle,
Gaelic language & song and step dance and fringe events.
Events Ceòlas Summer School | 4th - 9th July 2027
Immersion Courses Take your Gaelic learning to the next level with week-long immersion courses - classes with expert tutors and activities and experiences in the Gaelic community in Uist Gaelic Classes June 2026 Immersion Week
Peat cutting - bliadhna bhogaidh

Latest News

We are hiring!

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Ceòlas are seeking two dynamic individuals to join our team in key roles: an Operational Lead and an Events Facilitator. Operational Lead: Oversees day-to-day administrative operations for Cnoc Soilleir and…

BBC Alba Ceìlidh na Bliadhn’ Ùire / Hogmanay Live to broadcast from Cnoc Soilleir

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Ceòlas are delighted that this year’s BBC Alba Cèilidh na Bliadhn’ Ùire/Hogmanay Live will take place in Cnoc Soilleir in South Uist at the end of 2026.  The news was…

MG ALBA and Ceòlas Announce New Partnership to Strengthen Gaelic Media and Skills in Uist and Barra

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MG ALBA and Ceòlas have announced a new partnership aimed at strengthening Gaelic media, developing local talent and creating new opportunities for young people aged 16–25 in Uist and Barra.…

Cnoc Soilleir Officially Opens with new Auditorium

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Cnoc Soilleir opens as £1.5 million announced to boost Gaelic language. First Minister John Swinney has officially opened the second phase of Cnoc Soilleir in South Uist – a cultural…

Welcome to a vibrant Gaelic landscape

Ceòlas provides a unique opportunity to experience the living Gaelic tradition in the Isle of South Uist.

Ceòlas seeks to celebrate, promote and nurture traditional music, language, culture and dance.

At its heart is a mission to reconnect our music, song and dance with its original Gaelic roots.

Music

Experience the heartbeat of Gaelic culture.

Language

Learn more about our rich Gaelic language.

Culture

Immerse yourself in our unique culture.

Dance

Rediscover the rhythms of Gaelic music.

Heritage

Celebrate our shared island heritage.

Live Music

& Events

Ceòlas is proud to support a high level of musical talent in Uist and the Gaelic world. Our annual summer school offers high class tuition with an extensive fringe programme of concerts, ceilidhs, talks and more. This is a week you won’t want to miss!

We host touring artists, heritage events, talks, an annual book festival, family events and more throughout the year, with online and in-person events in Uist.

Gaelic Classes

Ceòlas’ Gaelic classes give you the opportunity to learn and use Gaelic, wherever you are!

Our classes focus on speaking and using the language, and on natural Gaelic as spoken in Uist and the islands, with expert tutors.

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Fiddle and Dance Night

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