Hogmanay: An Ancient Welcome to the New Year (1982)
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.
Director: Edward McConnell
Runtime: 39 min
Release Date: December 31, 1982
Production: Channel 4 Television
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Edward McConnell
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Hogmanay: An Ancient Welcome to the New Year about?
- 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.
- Who directed Hogmanay: An Ancient Welcome to the New Year?
- Hogmanay: An Ancient Welcome to the New Year was directed by Edward McConnell.
- How long is Hogmanay: An Ancient Welcome to the New Year?
- Hogmanay: An Ancient Welcome to the New Year has a runtime of 39m (39 minutes).