June is Gypsy, Roma, Traveller History Month, and in celebration we’re exploring the long history of the Gypsy/Traveller community within the Gairloch area.

MECOPP peoms of the week 2

Kathy McGuigan from Auchindrain Township demonstrates wooden flower dying.

During the lockdowns of the past year, James has taught himself piano using Youtube videos. Here he shows just how much he has learned!

Singer and piper Ian MacGregor, eldest son of the late, great Sheila Stewart, carries on traditions of the Stewarts of Blair, with old and new songs.

Jess tells a story from her own granny.

Spending most of her life on the road, Margaret had to find many ways of contributing to the family’s finances. Here she talks to MECOPP’s Shirell Johnson about some of the many jobs she has had throughout her life.