What is Burns Night?
Burns Night is an annual celebration of Scotland’s most famous poet – a man called Robert Burns. Born in Ayr, Burns was more than just a poet. He produced hundreds of poems, songs and letters. You no doubt may have heard (or even sang!) ‘Auld Lang Syne’ when ringing in the New Year? In all he penned more than 550 poems and songs before his death in 1796.
The Tradtion
Burns Night itself marks the anniversary of Robert Burns’ birth on 25 January 1759 and the traditional Burns supper is an evening event that celebrates his life and work.
The 'Yorkshire Twist'
We like to respect tradition here at Spirit of Yorkshire, but do things our own way. Our Burns Night events are no different and they all include our Filey Bay Single Malt Whisky. Made in and of Yorkshire.
Middlethorpe Hall & Spa
A Burns' Night Dinner
Thursday 23rd January 2025
A Burns' Night dinner hosted by Morgan from the Distillery with a celebration menu and reading from Robert Burns' poems. Welcome drinks and canapés, followed by a special Burns' Night four-course dinner menu created by Head Chef Ashley Binder, accompanied by Filey Bay Whisky.
Dakota Leeds
Yorkshire Meets Burns: A Whisky Celebration
Wednesday 22nd January 2025
Celebrate the legacy of Robert Burns in true Dakota style. Expect an evening of rich flavours, lively entertainment, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere and Filey Bay Whisky of course.
The Rusty Bull
Yorkshire Whisky Tasting
Friday 24th January 2025Â
Morgan will be hosting a Filey Bay whisky tasting inside the Rusty Bull at Hinchcliffe's Farm in Netherton, Huddersfield. The evening will include a guided a Filey Bay whisky tastings and canapés.
Embers Scarborough
Burns Night Celebrations
Saturday 25th January 2025
Our friends at Embers Restaurant in Scarborough, North Yorkshire are hosting two events on the same day. Bottomless Brunch with a scottish themed menu will be available from 1pm, followed by an evening of Food & Whisky Pairings from 7.30pm, which will include Filey Bay whiskies and a traditional scottish menu with a woodfired twist along with a toasting of the haggis, poetry and music.
Spirit of Yorkshire Distillery
Burns Night Whisky Dinner
Friday 24th January 2025Â
Join Amy at the Distillery on Friday 24th January to celebrate the life and poetry of Robert Burns with a delicious three-course dinner, paired with Filey Bay whiskies. The evening will include a live performance from Scottish singer-songwriter Gary Stewart.