Green Street, Cruden Bay, AB42 0HB
Contact: Jill McWilliam
Telephone:
email: [email protected]
Website: doricfuture.co.uk
Doric Future, incorporating Doric TV, is a cultural initiative based in Cruden Bay, Aberdeenshire, dedicated to preserving and promoting the Doric dialect and the rich heritage of Scotland’s North East. Founded by Jill McWilliam in 2019, Doric Future began as a platform to share stories, language, and traditions unique to the region. During the 2020 lockdown, Jill expanded the project by launching Doric TV, an online video channel that gained international attention for its engaging content on local history, language, and culture.
Doric TV offers a diverse range of content, including interviews with local residents, explorations of regional music and folklore, and features on historical events and sites. Notably, the channel produced a three-part series on Cruden Bay’s role in the UK’s oil industry and energy transitions, highlighting the area’s significance in national history.
The initiative has also collaborated with the Cruden Bay Folk Club, integrating musical performances and cultural discussions into its programming. Supported by organizations like the Port Erroll Heritage Group and Foundation Scotland’s NorthConnect Legacy Fund, Doric Future continues to serve as a vital resource for those interested in the Doric dialect and the cultural fabric of North East Scotland.
For more information or to explore their content, visit the Doric Future website or their YouTube channel.