Edinburgh Beltane Fire Festival 2026 explored through Iron Age Celtic life, Pictish culture, and ancient fire rituals—linking modern performance on Calton Hill to Britain’s seasonal past.
Thanks, Phil. I enjoyed researching and writing about the ancient Picts and the modern twist on the Celtic Spring fire festival. There is much depth to explore to bring the story together. And Edinburgh Beltane was a fabulous spectacle to see and photograph.
Yet another interesting article Martin, with first rate images.
Thanks, Phil. I enjoyed researching and writing about the ancient Picts and the modern twist on the Celtic Spring fire festival. There is much depth to explore to bring the story together. And Edinburgh Beltane was a fabulous spectacle to see and photograph.