With Midsummer past, our thoughts turn to the celebration of Autumn and the festival of Samhuinn on 31st October. Beltane Fire Society is looking for our crone… Read more “Samhuinn 2016 Court, Group Organiser and Project Applications Now Being Accepted”
Category: Cailleach
Announcing our Samhuinn 2015 Cailleach
We’re honoured to announce our Samhuinn 2015 Cailleach, Liza Stolton! Photo of Liza at the Edinburgh Carnival 2015 by Bleu Hope
Selection of the Cailleach
The process for selecting the Cailleach differs from that of the Kings. The Kings are a big presence, with the character often built on ego, their first… Read more “Selection of the Cailleach”
A story of seasons, kings and deities
In the midst of the drumming, dancing, acrobatics, pyrotechnics and blazing flames of Samhuinn, a tale of a goddess and royalty unfolds as the seasons turn. Our… Read more “A story of seasons, kings and deities”
A glance behind the scenes of Samhuinn
When you think about preparations for a fire festival, chances are you imagine performers spending long hours rehearsing the fantastic dance, acrobatics, drumming and stage fighting that… Read more “A glance behind the scenes of Samhuinn”
When the Court met the Stewards
Samhuinn’s Court paid a royal visit to the Stewards at their rehearsal on Calton Hill. Photo Point were there to capture some moments (of madness!). Nick, one… Read more “When the Court met the Stewards”
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