Edinburgh’s Hogmanay celebrations have already kicked off in spectacular style, with last night seeing the famous Torchlight Procession take to the streets.
Scotland’s top goalkeeper Craig Gordon started the procession alongside Vikings from Shetland’s South Mainland Up Helly Aa’ Jarl Squad, officially igniting four days of New Year celebrations in the Capital.
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Over 15,000 participants and 10,000 spectators took part in the spectacular procession following Gordon’s lead and weaving a dramatic river of fire through Edinburgh’s historic Old Town in support of local and national charities, One City Trust, When You Wish Upon a Star Scotland, Simon Community Scotland and Age Scotland.
£2 from each torch and £1 from every procession ticket sold is donated directly to make a difference in communities across Edinburgh and Scotland.
1. As well as a lot of smiles, the procession raised money to support Edinburgh communities.
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3. Vikings from Shetland’s South Mainland Up Helly Aa’ Jarl Squad delighted the crowd.
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