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Samhuinn, or Halloween, is rooted in Scottish traditions and Celtic lore. It is thought to be the...
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Halloween in Edinburgh, Scotland is a special time and there’s something for everyone! ...
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Halloween in Scotland | The fascinating Celtic history of Samhuinn
Halloween as we know it today is rooted in Celtic and Pagan traditions, a world of spirits and fairy...
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Can't decide what to do this Halloween? Here are our top 7 Halloween events in Edinburgh you can...
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By Madge O’Shea, Mercat Storyteller With Hallowe’en upon us, and the veil...
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By Linda, Mercat Storyteller Hallowe’en is a night of endings – and of...
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No matter who you are, there are plenty of things to do in Edinburgh at Halloween, from adults-only...
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Looking for something to do in Edinburgh this Halloween? We’ve got you covered with these...
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