Seythen Kewsel Kernewek | Speak Cornish Week Monday 23 June – Sunday 29 June 2025
Speak Cornish Week is nearly here, and there are lots of ways to get involved. Organised by An Rosweyth, the network of Cornish language voluntary organisations, this week-long celebration is all about encouraging people to use and enjoy the Cornish language – whether you’re a complete beginner or already confident in speaking it.
This year’s theme is ‘Kernoweger ov vy’ – ‘I am a Cornish speaker’, focusing on the phrases ov vy (I am) and on ni (we are). The aim is to make the Cornish language visible and heard across Cornwall – in towns, villages, shops, cafés, and online.
A full programme of events will take place throughout the week, including online and in-person activities, taster sessions, and more.
For the latest updates and full programme, visit www.speakcornish.com.
Free Cornish Language Taster Session in Bude
We’re pleased to be offering a free Cornish language taster session in Bude, led by local Cornish tutor Jaqi Heard.
- Date & Time: Monday 23 June, 13:00–15:00
- Location: Blanchminster Room at The Castle, Bude
- Booking: Book your free ticket
This informal session is a great opportunity to give Cornish a go in a relaxed, friendly setting. All are welcome.
Try a Few Phrases
If you’d like to start using a little Cornish, here are some simple phrases to try:
- Dydh da – Hello
- Myttin da – Good Morning
- Wolkom os – You are welcome
- Fatla genes? – How are you?
- Da yw dha weles – Good to see you
- Kerneweger ov vy – I am a Cornish speaker
- Kernewegoryon on ni – We are Cornish speakers
You can find audio files for these and other useful phrases at www.speakcornish.com.
Get Involved
Speak Cornish Week is a celebration of identity, culture, and community. Whether you join an event, try a new phrase, or simply learn something new, your participation helps keep the Cornish language alive and thriving.
For updates, follow:
• @speakcornish1 on Facebook and Twitter
• @speakcornish on Instagram and TikTok
• Use hashtags #SpeakCornish and #Kernoweger to share your own moments
Let’s help make Cornish heard in Bude and beyond.
