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Dundee Hooley - Torchlight Registration

Meadowside, City Center

Meadowside, Dundee DD1, UK Scotland

56.46218769999999 -2.9721403

Description

Join the Torchlight Procession at the Dundee Hooley! Are you ready to be a part of an enchanting spectacle that will light up the night sky? The Torchlight Procession at the Dundee Hooley on Sunday, 1st December 5.30pm is your chance to shine! Hold a lit wax torch in this festive celebration. Here's everything you need to know to register and participate: Who Can Register? You must be 16 years old or over to hold a lit torch. If you're between 16 and 18 years old, you'll need an accompanying adult to hold a lit torch. Non-torch-carrying children and companions are welcome, please let us know how many people are in your group on registering to assist us with numbers on the night. Spaces are limited and given on a first-come-first-served basis, so be quick to register and secure your spot. What will you be given: A wristband on check in – note ID may be checked for under 18s A new wax torch, approx. 60cm in length A hand safety guard to help stop wax dripping onto your hand Support from trained staff Direction throughout the procession route, including available water bins if you would like to extinguish your torch at any point Please don’t bring: Animals, apart from guide dogs Fireworks, sparklers, or your own torch Large bags, over A4 size New jackets – the wax can drip! Parade Timings: From 4.45pm - Torch carriers are kindly requested to arrive to ensure sufficient time for torch collection and parade lineup. 5.15pm – Parade closes for torches to be lit. You are asked to be in place no later than 5.15pm or you will miss the chance to be in the procession. 5.30pm - The parade steps off from the High School of Dundee playground. From 6pm (approx.) – The parade arrives back to the High School playground Parade Route: The parade is in a loop, starting at the High School of Dundee, Euclid Cresent, then Panmure Street, Murraygate, High Street, Reform Street, back to the High School playground. The distance of the route is approx. 0.5miles, along mainly flat ground. There are sections of the route that have cobbles. What to Expect: An unforgettable experience as you carry a lit wax torch through the heart of Dundee. Good old Scottish weather, please wrap up with lots of layers! Mesmerizing sights and sounds, as the procession winds its way through the city streets. Join us for the Dundee Hooley's Torchlight Procession and Parade – a night of magic, lights, and kindness. Don't miss out on the chance to make this year's Hooley unforgettable. Remember, spaces are limited, so secure your spot now!

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