Hogmanay: An Ancient Welcome to the New Year
Hogmanay: An Ancient Welcome to the New Year
1982, English. Directed by Edward McConnell.
Programme about the history of the Scottish New Year, presented by Jimmy Reid. The roots of Hogmanay festivities are traced back to winter festivals in megalithic societies. The origins of different traditions, such as the Comrie flambeaux, guising and first-footing are also explored. New Year celebrations and rituals are also observed in Shetland, Stonehaven, Biggar and Buckie.
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Hogmanay: An Ancient Welcome to the New Year (1982) was directed by Edward McConnell.