Winter Drummers – Beltane Fire Society

Drumming the community’s heartbeat with The Winter drummers

Neither good nor evil, the Winter drummers do what is necessary to help the community survive at Samhuinn Fire Festival.

The Savages of Winter just woke up and they can’t wait to celebrate. Listen out for the dynamic pounding of their drums at Samhuinn Fire Festival.

Teachdairean a’Gheamraidh (the Winter Drummers) show us how to face the dark months without fear.

Who are the Winter Drummers? Martin McCarthy gives us his thoughts on his role in Samhuinn 2017.

We’re very excited to introduce our intrepid volunteer Group Organisers for Samhuinn 2017! These amazing people will be working incredibly hard over the coming months, recruiting and… Read more “Introducing our Group Organisers for Samhuinn 2017…”

After the Scottish weather wreaked havoc with the opening event of the Grassmarket’s Christmas earlier this month, the winds of winter decided to be a bit kinder… Read more “Harbingers and Winter Fire at the Grassmarket’s Christmas”