Ancient Sites / Devil / Legends / Standing Stones
by Ian · Published September 13, 2008 · Last modified November 27, 2018
The Devil’s Arrows are three Neolithic Megaliths – the tallest of which is 23 feet high – standing in a crooked alignment of around 580 feet. The fourth stone was destroyed in the 16th century, when Camden noted that it had been pulled down by treasure seekers.
In legend they were thrown by the Devil from Howe Hill to destroy Aldborough, hence their common name.
Upsall is associated with a common tale: A man from the village dreamed for three consecutive nights that he should go to London and stand on London Bridge. Conceding to impulse he went to London and while on the bridge he was approached by a Quaker, to whom he told his dream.
The story of Sawney Bean is one of the most gruesome Scottish legends, the plot of which would not look out of place in any modern horror/slasher movie. Evidence suggests the tale dates to the early 18th century.
An extract from The Newgate Calendar Part 1 concerning Sawney Bean.
The tower house, now a hotel, is an altered 17th century tower-house built by Sir William Grierson. The tower-house reputed to be haunted by the spectre of a whistle-blowing monkey, the spirit of Sir Robert Grierson’s pet, which was killed by servants after his death.
Apparitions / Hauntings / Legends
by Ian · Published September 13, 2008 · Last modified October 31, 2018
Many ancient families are associated with omens and signs that traditionally tell of death or illness in the family line. These omens range from radiant boys, banshees, phantom drummers and various animals. The Kirkpatrick family who inhabited Closeburn Castle have their own specially symbol of misfortune: that of a swan with a bloody breast, relating to an old family story.
Ancient Sites / Apparitions / Early Christianity / Featured Sites / Hauntings / Legends
by Ian · Published September 12, 2008 · Last modified December 18, 2018
Rosslyn Chapel is touted as being one of the most mysterious places in Scotland, especially with the current gloat of books purporting to show how hidden secrets lurk within every crack of stone at this venerated place. Anybody who has ever visited the chapel may feel that it deserves its current status, and I must confess the atmosphere even on a busy day is something to be experienced.
Apparitions / Devil / Hauntings / Legends
by Ian · Published September 12, 2008 · Last modified November 12, 2018
This ruined castle on the shore of Loch Assynt, was originally built by the MacLeods.
The dragon is a legendary creature, which is prevalent to the mythic culture of many countries. Britain, with its diverse history, has a tradition of dragons stemming from Saxon, Celtic and Norse influences, as well as those from further afield. What follows is a brief overview of the dragon in legend and folklore, as well as some theories as to what the dragon may signify.
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