More than ever before, the sacred Neid fire shows we have more in common with our ancestors than we might think.
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Uniting the community with the sacred Neid fire
We dive into the different types of fire keeping us warm at Samhuinn Fire Festival.
How the Samhuinn story helps us embrace change
As the cold season begins its descent, we look at the parts of our festival story that help us face difficult transformations.
Setting Calton Hill alight
We promised you more fire. Here’s our guide to the flames that will burn on Calton Hill at Samhuinn Fire Festival.
Igniting the traditional Neid Fire
We’re already famous for lighting up Edinburgh’s sky with torches and fireplay, but there is more to our use of fire than meets the eye.
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”
