What
is commonly called" The Fireballs" is a colorful annual
festival, unique to Stonehaven, attracting thousands of spectators
in festive mood. The ceremony is not only Stonehaven's way of
welcoming the New Year, but it also provides a gathering point
for the town's" ain folk", some home from distant lands,
to greet relatives and old friends, mingling happily with visitors
from home and overseas who have come to enjoy a guid Scots Hogmanay.
The best time to come to see the ceremony is around about 11:20
on the night, any earlier you will freeze, any later you will
not get a decent view. Allow extra time if you are taking a car,
as parking can become a problem.
The swingers will appear just as the clock strikes twelve but
there is usually the pipe band to see first, so be there in plenty
of time.
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