Beltane and the Butter witch, Irish traditions associated with 1st of May

Beltane – the start of summer Beltane is the second of four quarter days celebrated in the old pagan calendar and marked the beginning of summer, in particular turning cattle out into the fields, after overwintering in the barn. Beltane, better known now as Mayday, is celebrated on May 01, and there are certain associated … Continue reading Beltane and the Butter witch, Irish traditions associated with 1st of May