Yuletide In Middle-Earth

At Yuletide, there's  always an abundance of dance, music and food in many regions of Middle-earth and throughout the land to add warmth and sparkle to everyone's yuletide celebration. The Elves officially opened the seasonal celebrations with their 6th Annual Elven Ball in Rivendell. A magical night of music and dances attended by all the Elven folk of good will from across Middle-earth. 

As soon as the mountain passes are accessible, the lovely town of Winterhome will open its gates to visitors and tourists that descent to the village every year to celebrate Yule in style. Winterhome is worth a visit - here you can enjoy the stunning line-up of festive fêtes – and unique holiday happenings – planned out for all folk. 

Meanwhile in the Shire hobbits are gearing up the preparations for their annual celebrations  that include the 11th Historical field trip ( hobbits love their hystory...any excuse for a party ), setting up Yule's trees in their gardens, exchanging of mathoms, great parties with even greater dinner tables,  concerts and more. Also in the planning for this year the annual hobbit Wassailing in Winterhome and of course, the grand New Year's version of Green Dragon Friday that  will take place at The Plough and Stars in Brockenborings. More detailed information about the hobbit events can be found in their local newspaper The Bramblebury Gazette , get a copy today!

In Thorin's Hall the Dwarves are also getting ready to celebrate Yule with music and great feasts that traditionally involve lots and lots of ale, so if Dwarven culture is more your kind of thing make the short trip to Thorn's Hall and meet the friendly dwarves.  If you are a dwarf you can even take part in the regular Khuzdul lessons where you can learn the ancient language of the dwarves.

There are diverse festivities in Bree of course,  fun family times at the picturesque village of Staddle and plenty of opportunities to get into high spirits with fancy yuletide drinks, food and breathtaking city views at The Prancing Pony, courtesy of Landlord  Master Barliman Butterbur.

With celebration, family and joy at its core,  this year Yuletide events are crafted to bring out the best in the season, so mark your calendar, Yule is coming! Here are the days to discover our line-up of festive fun and events. Whatever your preference, Hobbits, Elves, Men and Dwarves of Middle-earth, have it all covered. The Laurelin Archive Team would like to take this opportunity to thank you all for your help and support in maintaining the Laurelin Archives.

Article by Amorey - Laurelin Archives Webteam