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Beltane Fire Society

Formed in 1988, Beltane Fire Society is a community arts performance charity that hosts the Beltane Fire Festival and Samhuinn Fire Festival in Edinburgh.

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    Category: Torchbearers

    The tradition of the Neid Fire

    This Samhuinn, Colin and Alison from Torchbearers are lighting the Neid Fire at the beginning of the festival. Colin shares the story behind this sacred spark… Our… Read more “The tradition of the Neid Fire”

    October 29, 2013 by Beltane Fire Society

    Torchbearer’s Lullaby (and some other fiery things)

    David and Tanya from Torchbearers share some burny goodness from one of their Samhuinn rehearsals… Recognised by our black cloaks, leather gloves and signature scent Eau de… Read more “Torchbearer’s Lullaby (and some other fiery things)”

    October 28, 2013 by Beltane Fire Society

    Torchies, Stewards and Photo Point…happy campers!

    Last weekend, the Torchbearers, Stewards and Photo Point (with a couple of shield maidens borrowed from Einherjar!) went on our weekend away, which is fast becoming the… Read more “Torchies, Stewards and Photo Point…happy campers!”

    October 9, 2013 by Beltane Fire Society

    Torchbearers…assemble!

    Tanya and David from Torchbearers share some photos of their industrious group… September has been a busy month for the Torchies. We’ve spent out Saturday afternoon meetings… Read more “Torchbearers…assemble!”

    September 30, 2013 by Beltane Fire Society

    Samhuinn 2012: The story in pictures

    The Samhuinn Fire Festival 2012, in pictures. The photos are by Raini Scott, Richard Winpenny and Klara Osickova. There are more pictures from our other fabulous volunteer… Read more “Samhuinn 2012: The story in pictures”

    November 2, 2012November 2, 2012 by Beltane Fire Society

    Like moths (with cameras) to a flame

    Clearly there’s something about people with flaming torches on a dark autumnal hill top that attracts photographers… Photos by Simon Hay Photos by Richard Winpenny

    October 25, 2012 by Beltane Fire Society

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    Beltane Fire Society is a not-for-profit registered charity in Scotland. Charity Number SC040137. Company Number SC341753.

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