Since then it has offered a regular programme of hospitable andlively entertainment, providing a meeting place for the Highlandpopulation scattered throughout London and the South of England and formany others who have an interest in the culture and social customs ofthe Highlands and Islands. The Society continues to thrive and moveforward in a transient Metropolis whilst maintaining the friendlyCeilidh atmosphere which established our tradition and for which we aremost well known.

Objectives: The Highlands and Islands Society of London (HISL) exists to:• Preserve and foster the culture, social customs and sense ofcommunity characteristic of the Highlands and Islands of Scotland.• Provide an environment in which the music, dance, song and languageof the Gael can be enjoyed in London.• Encourage the learning and speaking of the Gaelic language in London.• Provide a focus for newcomers from the Highlands and Islands andelsewhere to “Highland” activities in the Metropolis. 

The functions provide an opportunity for people from the Highlands andIslands to get together and introduce their families and friends totheir language and culture. Everyone is welcome to come and enjoy thetraditional hospitality, whether or not they have Highlands and Islandsconnections, and learners of Gaelic have the opportunity to conversewith native Gaelic speakers.