Explore the hidden history of placenames on Culture Night
28 August 2025
Have you ever wondered where our local placenames come from? Join us, on Culture Night – Friday 19 September 2025 in the majestic surroundings of Derry’s Guildhall for a short talk with translator and researcher Brian Ó Doibhlin to explore the hidden history of placenames in the Derry and Strabane District Council area.
This talk, which will be delivered in English, will explore the Irish and Scots origins of our local placenames and offers a unique opportunity for audiences to hear first-hand how many of our placenames have evolved over time.
Looking ahead to the event, Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council, Councillor Ruairí McHugh, said: “Our placenames present us with a magnificent opportunity to celebrate our shared Irish and Ulster-Scots heritage. By exploring the origins of our placenames we not only gain a deeper understanding of our shared history, but have an opportunity to celebrate the unique diversity of this place we call home.”
The talk begins at 4.30pm in the Whittaker Suite in Derry’s Guildhall, and is expected to last one hour. Light refreshments will be provided. Booking is essential and places can be reserved through Council’s Languages Team at [email protected] or call T: 028 71 376 579. This event is kindly supported by Foras na Gaeilge.