Originally published in the Scotsman on 3 September 2016 The settlement now known as Peterhead was earlier known as ‘Inverugie of Peter’ ... Continue Reading about Peterhead ~ Ceann Phàdraig
Benderloch ~ Meadarloch
Originally published in the Scotsman on 27 August 2016 This name was at some point in the past Beinn Eadar Dà Loch ‘the mountain between ... Continue Reading about Benderloch ~ Meadarloch
Aviemore ~ An Aghaidh Mhòr
Originally published in the Scotsman on 20 August 2016 Today the Gaelic form of the popular holiday destination Aviemore is An Aghaidh ... Continue Reading about Aviemore ~ An Aghaidh Mhòr
Glasgow’s Gaelic Underground
The construction of bilingual Gaelic signage for Glasgow’s underground stations have been discussed on and off for years, but to date there ... Continue Reading about Glasgow’s Gaelic Underground
Loch Katrine ~ Loch Ceiteirein
Originally published in the Scotsman on 13 August 2016 Loch Katrine (Loch Ketterin in c. 1591) is literally of ‘obscure’ origin. The name ... Continue Reading about Loch Katrine ~ Loch Ceiteirein