Hogmanay
Last week I had the pleasure of capturing some of Edinburgh’s incredible Hogmanay celebrations.
On the 30th of December, 8000 people walked the length of the Royal Mile with a torch in hand. This incredible river of fire was led by drummers and pyromancers who jeered at the crowds, twirled blades of fire and drew the procession to the open area of Holyrood Park. At Holyrood, I climbed atop one of the hills by St Anthony's Chapel and watched the throng of people form two figurines holding hands.
On New Year’s eve, 75,000 people celebrated together on the streets of Edinburgh. Illuminated stags and bears danced through the crowds to music, and fireworks lit up the nights clear skies. A handful of famous musicians played to massive audiences and from Scott’s Monument, I could see the beautiful city in all its glory with gatherings of revellers and merrymakers.
On New Years Day I went to South Queensferry, a picturesque and quaint town on the edge of the Firth of Forth (river). Three impressive bridges span the water with unique architecture and character. Over 1000 people paraded through the town in fancy dress to the beating drums and then braved the cold water in their costumes. Everyone was filled with smiles as they rushed or tiptoed into the Firth to awake their senses after the previous nights fun.
