About this episode

Jenny explores various Yuletide and Hogmanay traditions practiced in Scotland over the centuries.

Join Jenny as she explores some of the many Yuletide and Hogmanay traditions, customs, rituals, and rites that have been practised in Scotland over the millennia. From ancient burial cairns being aligned with the setting winter solstice sun, to different types of divination, cow-hides and clubs, and of course, first-footing, these traditions are part of the celebration of the darkest days of the year, and the rebirth into a new cycle of life.  Follow The Scottish Folklore Podcast on Instagram Visit the website and view the interactive map Support Jenny as she makes the show by joining the Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

People in this episode

Host: Jenny

Topics covered

• Scottish traditions
• Yuletide
• Hogmanay
• customs
• rituals
• divination

Keywords

• Scottish folklore
• Yuletide traditions
• Hogmanay customs
• winter solstice
• first-footing

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Places: Scotland

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