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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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    A press eye view of Samhuinn

    It’s always lovely to see pictures and stories from Samhuinn popping up online after the event. Here are a few we’ve spotted this morning… Samhuinn brings touch… Read more “A press eye view of Samhuinn”

    November 1, 2013March 27, 2016 by Beltane Fire Society

    Busk and walkthrough photos…and HAPPY SAMHUINN!

    Happy Samhuinn! Today is the big day and in honour of everyone’s hard work, we’re sharing some photos of some of the biggest preparation events from the… Read more “Busk and walkthrough photos…and HAPPY SAMHUINN!”

    October 31, 2013 by Beltane Fire Society

    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

    A taste of fire to come

    Heidi, Mark, Nicole and Richard from Photo Point captured these beautiful fiery moments at one of Last Light of Summer’s rehearsals. You can see more pictures in… Read more “A taste of fire to come”

    October 23, 2013 by Beltane Fire Society

    Blood Moon Fundraiser photos

    Some photos from last weekend’s Blood Moon fundraiser event. You can see more pictures in this album on Facebook. Photos by Richard Winpenny from Photo Point.

    October 23, 2013 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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