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Exploring Mid-Winter Light Festivals

Led by Dr Murray Cook, this talk examines how Scotland's early ancestors coped with winter darkness, cold, and food scarcity through seasonal celebrations. Attendees learn about historical mid-winter light festivals and their connections to modern traditions such as Christmas, Halloween, and Burns Night.

Thu, Dec 3, 2026

Location

Legends Coffee House · Hillfoots Road, Stirling, FK9 5LF Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 ⚪ ⚪ ⚪ (2/5)

Best For

History and heritage enthusiasts

Vibe

Historical and thought-provoking

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

Low

Weather Sensitivity

Low

Tips & Advice

  • The talk is scheduled for an hour, so allow about that long for the presentation.
  • Note the Legends Coffee House address, Hillfoots Road, when arranging your journey to the talk.
  • Bring a notebook if you want to keep track of the festivals and modern traditions discussed.
  • Arrive with time to find the coffee house before the talk begins.

Links & Contact

Run by Stirling Heritage Alliance

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Frequently Asked Questions

What will the talk explore?

Dr Murray Cook discusses how Scotland’s early ancestors responded to winter darkness, cold and food scarcity through mid-winter celebrations, and how those festivals connect with Christmas, Halloween and Burns Night.

Who is leading the talk?

The talk is led by Dr Murray Cook.

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