Scotland comes together every January 25th to celebrate our National Bard Robert Burns.
The Burns Night supper is a staple of Scottish culture and is full of traditions that have been passed down through generations.
Burns was born January 1759 in Alloway, and was merely 37 years old when he died in Dumfries in July 1796. During his short life, he became Scotland’s most famous son, his poetry and music warming the hearts and souls of people all over the world for hundreds of years.
Burns Night falls on a Sunday this year, so wherever you are, sit with friends and family to tell stories, recite poetry and celebrate.
Here are 10 Scottish traditions for Burns Night.
9. Storytelling
A nation of stories, folklore, music and poetry, Scotland is a great place to stretch and flex your storytelling muscles, and there's no better time than while celebrating one of our nations greatest wordsmith. So after the plates have been emptied, and the whisky poured, share stories and tales with those around you. | NW
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10. The Immortal Memory
The Immortal Memory is the speech made at a Burns Supper which talks about the man himself. His work, his life, his cultural impact...a moving tribute to his legacy. The night is a celebration of Robert Burns, so we make sure that we do the job properly. | NW