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Manchester Evening News
Manchester Evening News
National
Harry Thompson & Ellie Kemp

What is Burns Night and how is it celebrated?

Burns Night is a tradition celebrated in Scotland and by Scots around the world.

The first Burns Night was first held in 1801, more than 220 years ago.

Since then, new traditions have been added and it's become an important Scottish tradition and part of the national identity, reports the Mirror.

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