A group set up to promote Gaelic in Moray has been given a cash boost to get more people learning the language.
Bòrd na Gàidhlig, the Gaelic language and culture organisation, has given the funding to the Moray Gaelic Group.
The group, now in its 21st year, holds regular classes at Moray College in Elgin and Forres Community Centre which, thanks to the £1,700 funding, will now be subsidised.
Group convener Al Hunter said Gaelic was spoken by far more people in the region than people first think.
The 47-year-old, from Elgin, who is fluent, said: “You’ve only got to look at a map to see how much of an influence Gaelic has had in the region.
“For instance, Cragganmore means ‘the big rock’, while Knockando means ‘black hill’.
“Gaelic is relatively easy to learn in that it follows its own rules quite closely.
“It’s possible to get a good grounding within a year and studying it definitely helps people to discover more about Scotland’s heritage.”
As part of its anniversary celebrations, Moray Gaelic Group is hosting a workshop with leading Gaelic singer Gillebrìde MacMillan on Saturday in Elgin’s Williamson Hall.
There will also be a ceilidh on Friday, June 13 at the Beechtree restaurant in Moray College.
To find out more about the group, visit their Facebook page.