It was a cold, overcast morning in early October 1942. Few men remained in the village of Lower Breakish. The war weighed heavily on the people of Skye. They did not know what might be waiting for them on the islandโs shores โ or what they themselves would soon have to face. Warships moved through... Continue Reading →
The Isle of Skye, known for its rugged beauty and rich history, is home to tales of the MacLeod clan, particularly in Dunvegan. A humorous legend recounts three fishermen unable to relieve themselves at sea, until turf from their homeland provided a solution, highlighting the island's mix of myth and practicality.
St. Ebbaโs Churchyard in Beadnell honors the legacy of St. Ebba, a Northumbrian princess born around 615. She became the influential Abbess of Coldingham, shaping early Christian traditions in Scotland. The site reflects her enduring impact, connecting generations through her story and the rich history of early Celtic monasticism.
Nestled near the tranquil shores of the River Croe, Cill Fhearchair stands as a silent testament to Scotland's rich and enigmatic history. Often overlooked by travelers and even locals, this disused burial ground holds mysteries that beckon historians and enthusiasts alike.
ย Logie Durno old burial ground The Dalrymple Horn Elphinstoneย burial enclosure is certainly one of the most attractive in rural Scotland, built just after 1798 on Logie Durno (meaning old or hollow place) old parish church yard, an impressive memento for a rich family. The Western faรงade is dominated by a typical large and looming pointed... Continue Reading →
This graveyard is a very peaceful one, snuggling between the river and the old town of Callander, the Parish church is long gone. But there is a small building in the old graveyard wall, that tells a gruesome story. Not by day but by night. Callander old kirkyard once was haunted by very creepy... Continue Reading →
The path to Little Leny, the Buchanan burial enclosure starts here, in the floodplains of Callander Meadows in the Trossachs. To access the site you cross the former railway line. This field is the second step on the way to the ancient and picturesque graveyard. And thy skull is a sort Of garrison... Continue Reading →
Balmerino Abbey was founded by a woman who is believed to be buried here: Queen Ermengarde de Beaumont, not a โnormalโ woman by any standards. The Abbey is in a bad state and there is not much left of its original power and impressive architecture, nothing but the faint memory of people and their stories in a long gone past. Ermengarde was born in 1170 and died in her early sixties, a long life in the 12th century. She was married to King William I of Scotland at the age of 16. The marriage took place in England, Henry II was overlord of Scotland at the time. Her husband had been a notorious womaniser before his marriage but was said to have been faithful to his extraordinary woman and wife ever since the marriage vows. Her husband founded an Abbey in Arbroath where about 14 years later he was laid to rest. Ermengarde, who survived her husband by 20 years, was not buried next to him, but here, in her Abbey, in Balmerino.
Largo Parish Church Scotland has almost 20,000 kilometres of coastline and encompasses almost 800 islands, so naturally the Scots have a very special affinity to water and the sea. The sea has inspired some incredible stories of adventures, monsters and heroes. However, one of the best-known stories was told by an Englishman. Daniel Defoe wrote... Continue Reading →
Lindores Abbey is now not more than a few crumbling walls. However, signs within the romantic ruin point to a darker past. Many a death has occurred here. Many bodies were take to this place. This was once a graveyard to the rich, the famous and the ill-fated. These are the horrors of Lindores Abbey.
An elegant spa town, a fake beard, a murdered mother-in-law and a family tragedy. Sometimes, the darkest stories leave no graves to visit. Baden-Baden, Germany. Baden-Baden is famous for its thermal baths, grand hotels, casino and beautiful parks. But behind the elegant faรงades of this small German spa town lies a surprisingly dark criminal history. […]
In the heart of Rastatt lies a quiet green space beside the modern clinic. At first glance, the Alter Friedhof Rastatt โ the Old Cemetery of Rastatt โ appears to be little more than a peaceful park. Yet beneath its trees rests one of the most politically charged memorial sites in Baden. Here, the stories […]
Lindisfarne graveyard on Holy Island, Northumberland, symbolizes centuries of faith and history, overlooking Lindisfarne Priory’s ruins. A significant site since the 7th century, it holds the remains of islanders and clergy. The graveyard fosters reflection and connection to St Cuthbert, attracting visitors seeking inspiration and tranquility amid a sacred legacy.
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