Betane meaning ‘bright fire' or ‘lucky fire' is held on May 1 st (May 15 th in Scotland) and celebrates the start of summer, the crop and pasturing season. Scholars are non-commital, but many believe Beltane honours the ancient continental Celtic sun and healer God, Belenus.‘Father sun shines brightly, warming mother earth, joining in creation, nurturing growth.' This collection comprises of a selection of beautiful hand embroidered table cloths.