Night of fire and fun as Imbolc festival returns to Marsden

Feb 9 2009 Huddersfield Daily Examiner

Night of fire and fun as Imbolc festival returns to Marsden

Festivities began with a torchlight procession from Marsden railway station to Standedge Visitor Centre, where crowds were wowed by a dazzling firework display and fire jugglers.

There was also a battle between Jack Frost, representing winter, and the Green Man, standing for spring.

There was also a theatrical performance and live music from local singers.

James Dean, visitor services manager at Standedge, said the night was a success.

He said: “I’m really proud that Standedge can call the festival home.”

A series of drama and fire juggling workshops for local people were held at the centre in the run-up to Imbolc.