Scottish Blog

Force-fire was a Scottish folklore tradition believed to have the ability to rid houses of evil spirits. Force-fire was a relatively common folklore activity in Scotland up until the 19th century, or the Highland Clearances to be precise. Believers o… more »

Tartan Day is a celebration of the Scottish culture and ancestry of many North Americans. With Scotland’s strong ties to North American settlement and the bond that many hold towards their Scottish heritage, it is unsurprising that a day would be held… more »

Flower of Scotland is regarded by many as the unofficial Scottish national anthem. For many, Flower of Scotland is the answer to the lack of an official Scottish national anthem. In fact a recent poll by the Royal Scottish National Orchestra showed t… more »

Hogmanay is the Scottish celebration of the last day of the year. Technically Hogmanay is the equivalent of the Scottish celebration of New Year, although putting it in such plain terms is certainly unfair to the event. In an interesting paradox, Hog… more »

Auld Lang Syne is a Scottish poem, often sung at New Year’s celebrations. Auld Lang Syne is a product of one of the most popular poets in the world, Robert Burns. In the present day it can be heard amongst many revellers celebrating New Year’s around… more »