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The Beehive Huts of Iona
Join us on a fascinating journey to the remote island of Iona in this episode of Weird Scotland, where host Colin MacDonald uncovers the forgotten secrets of the island’s hidden hermit caves. Most visitors to Iona come to see its famous abbey, tied to the legacy of St. Columba, but few know of the ancient monks-the Culdees-who lived in solitude within rugged stone "beehive huts." These reclusive monks sought spiritual purity through isolation, fasting, and prayer, living in harsh conditions to connect more deeply with nature and the divine.
In this captivating exploration, you'll learn about the Culdees, or "Servants of God," whose mysterious origins may link them to pre-Christian Druidic ...
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October 15, 1586 - The Trial That Changed Scottish History
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Welcome back to "This Day in Scottish History." I'm your host, Colin MacDonald. Today, we delve into one of the most dramatic moments in the life of Mary, Queen of Scots: her trial for treason at Fotheringhay Castle on October 15, 1586. This pivotal event led to her tragic execution, marking the end of her tumultuous and controversial life. Mary was no stranger to conflict and danger. Born on D...
Clan MacInnes
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Welcome back to A Clan A Day Podcast, brought to you by bagtownclans.com. I’m your host, Colin MacDonald, and today we’ll be diving into the deep history of Clan MacInnes. This West Highland clan has ancient roots that stretch back to the early days of Dalriada, with ties to the Irish kingdom and Scotland’s early Gaelic settlers. Known for their loyalty, fierce fighting spirit, and seafaring pr...
Culzean Castle’s Phantom Bagpiper and Other Ghostly Tales
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In this episode of A Scottish Ghost Story A Day, host Derek McDonald takes you to the hauntingly beautiful Culzean Castle, perched on the cliffs of Ayrshire. Known for its breathtaking views and rich history, this 18th-century masterpiece is also infamous for its paranormal activity. With eerie bagpipes echoing from the caves and ghostly figures roaming its halls, Culzean Castle's spirits are d...
The Island of Benbecula, Scotland
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In this captivating episode of "A Scottish Island, A Day," host Colin MacDonald takes us on an unforgettable journey to Benbecula, a wild and storied island in the heart of the Outer Hebrides. Discover the island's rich blend of history, myth, and breathtaking natural beauty. From its ancient Neolithic standing stones and Iron Age forts to the ruins of Borve Castle, Benbecula has long been shap...
Edinburgh Castle, Scotland
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In this episode of "A Scottish Castle, A Day," host Colin MacDonald takes you on a fascinating journey through the iconic Edinburgh Castle, one of Scotland's most famous landmarks. Perched atop the volcanic Castle Rock, this ancient fortress dominates the skyline of Edinburgh, offering breathtaking views and over 2,000 years of rich history. From its geological origins dating back to the Carbon...
The Dark Secrets Beneath Princes Street Gardens: The Forgotten Nor Loch
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In this episode of Weird Scotland, host Colin MacDonald takes us on a chilling journey through the dark and forgotten history of Nor Loch, a long-vanished body of water that once lay beneath Edinburgh Castle. Today, the area is known as the tranquil Princes Street Gardens, but centuries ago, it was anything but peaceful. Originally designed as a defensive moat in the 15th century, Nor Loch even...
Isle of Barra, Scotland
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Join us on a captivating journey to the Isle of Barra, one of Scotland’s most enchanting islands in the Outer Hebrides. In this episode of A Scottish Island, A Day, Colin MacDonald takes us through the breathtaking landscapes and rich history of this Gaelic gem. Explore ancient Neolithic sites, Viking lore, and the resilient spirit of the MacNeil clan, whose legacy still echoes in the medieval ...
October 14, 1318 - End of Edward Bruce’s Quest for Irish Rule
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Welcome back to This Day in Scottish History. I’m your host, Colin MacDonald. Today, we delve into the dramatic and turbulent life of Edward Bruce, younger brother of Robert the Bruce, whose death on October 14, 1318, in Ireland, marked the end of a bold, but ill-fated, campaign to extend Scottish power and influence. Edward Bruce, the Earl of Carrick, was a fierce warrior and loyal supporter o...
Clan Munro
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Welcome back to A Clan A Day Podcast, brought to you by BagTownClans.com. I’m your host, Colin MacDonald, and today we’re diving deep into the fascinating history of Clan Munro-also known as Clan Monro-a Highland clan whose story stretches back nearly a thousand years. From their mysterious origins in Ireland to their steadfast loyalty to the Crown, the Munros have left a lasting mark on Scotti...
Redcap Sly of Hermitage Castle
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Prepare to be enthralled and chilled as we dive into the eerie legend of Hermitage Castle, a fortress shrouded in dark history and even darker magic. In this episode of A Scottish Ghost Story A Day, host Derek McDonald takes us to one of Scotland's most haunted fortresses, where centuries of bloodshed have given birth to terrifying tales of betrayal, black magic, and the supernatural. The star ...
Loch Leven Castle
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In this episode of "A Scottish Castle, A Day," host Colin MacDonald takes you on a misty journey to the historically rich Loch Leven Castle, located on a secluded island in the breathtaking Loch Leven. Known for its deep ties to Scotland’s tumultuous past, this 14th-century fortress played a central role in key moments of Scottish history, from William Wallace's daring night raid to Robert the ...
The Ghostly Presence of Lady Barbara Grant
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In this chilling tale of love, loss, and betrayal, we unravel the haunting legend of Lady Barbara at Castle Grant. Trapped by her cruel father in a hidden room known as The Blackness, her love for a forbidden suitor was met with isolation and cruelty. The legend tells of her heart-wrenching death in that cold, dark prison, where her spirit now remains bound to the castle. Visitors and workers a...
Clan Forsyth
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Welcome back to "A Clan A Day Podcast," brought to you by bagtownclans.com. I'm your host, Colin MacDonald, and today we're exploring the fascinating history of Clan Forsyth, a family whose origins stretch back to the turbulent times of medieval Scotland. Whether their roots are Norse or Celtic, as some theories suggest, the Forsyths have long played a significant role in Scottish history, with...
October 13, 1863 - The Winchburgh Rail Crash
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Welcome back to This Day in Scottish History. I'm your host, Colin MacDonald, and today, we're revisiting a tragic event in Scottish history that took place on October 13, 1863 - the Winchburgh Rail Crash. This accident was Scotland’s first major head-on train collision, and it shook the country to its core. While the crash left 17 people dead and many more injured, it has largely faded from co...
Balta Island, Scotland
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Balta Island, Scotland
Urquhart Castle
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Urquhart Castle
The Green Lady of Castle Mey
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The Green Lady of Castle Mey
October 12th, 1511 - Unveiling the Great Michael
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October 12th, 1511 - Unveiling the Great Michael
Clan Dunbar
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Clan Dunbar
Baleshire Island, Scotland
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Baleshire Island, Scotland
Dunstaffnage Castle
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Dunstaffnage Castle
Isle of Auskerry
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Isle of Auskerry
Abergeldie Castle's Ghost of French Kate
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Abergeldie Castle's Ghost of French Kate
Clan Napier
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Clan Napier
October 11, 1995 - A Prison Sentence That Still Echoes in Football History
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October 11, 1995 - A Prison Sentence That Still Echoes in Football History
Clan Huntly
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Clan Huntly
Isle of Arran, Scotland
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Isle of Arran, Scotland
October 10, 1820 - Scotland’s Infamous Thief on the Run
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October 10, 1820 - Scotland’s Infamous Thief on the Run
Clan Lamont
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Clan Lamont

Комментарии

  • @MistressQueenBee
    @MistressQueenBee 3 минуты назад

    Mr. MacDonald, I am more and more finding your videos true nuggets of knowledge about my family historical home. Texan by choice, and blood of Scotland.

  • @CB-ul2np
    @CB-ul2np 45 минут назад

    How did they stay warm there in the old days without trees for firewood?

  • @douglaswegener9086
    @douglaswegener9086 Час назад

    Clan of the black Douglass is its cursed

  • @foxtrot100
    @foxtrot100 Час назад

    Werewolves and shape shifters you say? That explains the defeats Clan Ross suffered at the hands of this enchanted lot.

  • @scottishvic365
    @scottishvic365 2 часа назад

    Linwood had a huge textile industry at one point and it was on Napier street. There was a big estate called Napier house across from the cotton mills. The old house was left to ruin and a housing estate called Napier gardens built there. Early 80s. I’ve always wondered where the name came from. Thank you so much for this video. Great work.

  • @WildlifeScott-j7n
    @WildlifeScott-j7n 3 часа назад

    With the greatest respect, Buccleuch = Buccloo, the ch is silent.

  • @Barbara-u5h
    @Barbara-u5h 5 часов назад

    Wow! That was close! The Cameron clan is not top 15 cursed clans!! This happy Cameron is enjoying her day in Scottsdale, Arizona ,US. Dad was a Scot from the highlands.

  • @laurynasg9932
    @laurynasg9932 5 часов назад

    I dont know why this video was recommended to me, but "Balta" means white in Lithuanian :$

  • @ClanGunnBushcraft
    @ClanGunnBushcraft 6 часов назад

    Muchly enjoyed brother... Nothing scarier than a scottish ghoul 👻

  • @Hbzprojects
    @Hbzprojects 8 часов назад

    Why is it bad luck and misfortune, why couldnt it have been "youll have so much pie, youll never know how to eat it all" I mean come on, dont blame me for ancestrial tom foolery

  • @giuseppersa2391
    @giuseppersa2391 8 часов назад

    Warm greetings to you. New viewer here. Enjoying your videos very much 😊. I'm certainly looking forward to the Callanish episode! From Cape Town South Africa 🇿🇦✌️😊

  • @rosepainting1
    @rosepainting1 9 часов назад

    I was wondering if you ever heard of a curse on the MacQuarrie clan. As far back as I can go there have been awful misfortunes. I’d appreciate your thoughts.

  • @anvilbrunner.2013
    @anvilbrunner.2013 9 часов назад

    Replaced by sheep. Shameful behaviour. Though now I have 12,000 6th cousins in the Quebec region of Canada according to ancestry DNA & sure enough when I view footage of Quebec I'll see familiar faces. * I meant Ontario.

  • @anvilbrunner.2013
    @anvilbrunner.2013 9 часов назад

    Must've sailed past her a hundred times. Bigger than I thought.

  • @Azureecosse
    @Azureecosse 10 часов назад

    I remember reading a Military book about Ailsa and it stated its the most Radioactive place in Scotland mainly because Micro Granite is radioactive and contains uranium, thorium, and radium. Not sure if this is true as there is a an underwater shelf off the West coast that the Navy and Military used to dump toxic nuclear waste into. West coast has it all sun Rain Nuclear bio hazard waste and beautiful scenery.

  • @ORDWIFEY
    @ORDWIFEY 11 часов назад

    DNA and history says otherwise we are off Irish descent predominantly. Yes the Norse pirates forcibly mixed with the clan and thats where the norse comes in but we are originally Irish pedigree.

  • @JamieW-o7b
    @JamieW-o7b 12 часов назад

    I could see this from my West Kilbride window. My young boys named Ailsa, Nanny's bun as it looked like one of her rock buns!!

  • @Aries-n3v
    @Aries-n3v 13 часов назад

    Now I understand why the Freemasons are controlling human breeding Looking for the woman with second sight Psychic Or feminine energy

  • @davewatson309
    @davewatson309 13 часов назад

    Fun fact the Viking Eric the Red was exiled by the King of Norway after losing his temper and reaching for his axe during a football match. He went on to found the Greenland colony

  • @davewatson309
    @davewatson309 13 часов назад

    Urquart, wyr garth, Welsh, people of the garden, that is arable farmers

  • @Clyne-sv4hd
    @Clyne-sv4hd 14 часов назад

    It glen doch art as in loch not glendo chart....

  • @MalcolmKirk-j4l
    @MalcolmKirk-j4l 16 часов назад

    Nobody else has mentioned this, but I was always given to understand it was ‘Crag’ not Craig’. Spelt Craig, but pronounced Crag.

    • @robertwatson1419
      @robertwatson1419 14 часов назад

      No it is pronounced Craig! as in Gaelic Craic. Slainte

    • @kirsteneasdale5707
      @kirsteneasdale5707 11 часов назад

      It’s pronounced ‘Ail’ as in ‘Fail’ and ‘aig’ as in ‘vaig’.

  • @RentonBrax
    @RentonBrax 16 часов назад

    The algorithm delivers.

  • @christinecosser2915
    @christinecosser2915 17 часов назад

    I am decended from a Mary MacDonald on my dad's and grandpa's side who was born in Glasgow, Scotland. Someday I will visit. Great show!❤

  • @georgeohwell7988
    @georgeohwell7988 17 часов назад

    Greetings from Northern Ireland, fantastic history lesson

  • @jamesstfelix2408
    @jamesstfelix2408 22 часа назад

    Ya the side bar. Is bull shit. Might as well block ya now.

  • @fiddleronthebike
    @fiddleronthebike 22 часа назад

    👍 …would be great if you could make an episode about Brodick Castle (and it’s „ghosts“…)

  • @eastbee103
    @eastbee103 День назад

    Im a highlander!!

  • @shastina5493
    @shastina5493 День назад

    The House of Edgar/Eadgar tartan? I believe is blue, black and white but not shown here.

  • @meakledavison4016
    @meakledavison4016 День назад

    Somebody nvr got enuff raspberry on there cone .

  • @Scotsman1969
    @Scotsman1969 День назад

    If it’s not bad enough hearing non-Scots mispronounce names we have a Scot mispronouncing Scottish names. Ail-sa not Al-sa. And Loo-ee not Lewis. We’re not Americans yet. Otherwise not a bad wee film.

  • @shirleytodd6900
    @shirleytodd6900 День назад

    Can you please pronounce the island name correctly?!?! The name is not ALSA. It is AIL-SA. AIL as in English for unwell.

    • @Scotsman1969
      @Scotsman1969 День назад

      And Robert LEWIS Stevenson?? Using American pronunciation instead of Louis the way the French meant it to be said.

    • @Phil-oj5nr
      @Phil-oj5nr 20 часов назад

      In 1991 the island was cleared of rats, did New Zealand experience have anything to do with that?

  • @BenTurnbull-dp6hp
    @BenTurnbull-dp6hp День назад

    Brilliant

  • @sarahflynn9395
    @sarahflynn9395 День назад

    My father was a Gaelic speaking highlander (Hebrides). I wasn't taught much gaelic outside the odd few words and phrases. They moved down onto the river clyde before leaving Scotland entirely. I'm constantly asked if I'm Irish or Scottish lol. I'm almost 6 feet tall, freckled down to my toes, red hair, green eyes, and have the most stereotypical celtic face 😂. I'm also the shortest of my family, the only girl until lately and the newest in that side is the same stature as me lmao. Brothers are 6'2" and 6'4", and nephews are taller, not sure by how much. My son is on track to be the same lmao.

  • @tha_dadalorian
    @tha_dadalorian День назад

    My surname is Gattis, which is a variant spelling.

  • @wonderingpiper
    @wonderingpiper День назад

    Why did RUclips suggest this video? Don't know, but glad it did!!

    • @iknklst
      @iknklst День назад

      Same here, it must be the algorithm. I seek out videos of the ends of the Earth, and always wanted to visit the Neolithic sites of Northern Scotland and the islands.

  • @J.D.Douglas
    @J.D.Douglas День назад

    This is stupid.

  • @gilliansl
    @gilliansl День назад

    Gee, and I have Campbell, Douglas, McInnis, Bruce, and Stewart among many others.

  • @Nastyswimmer
    @Nastyswimmer День назад

    Balta - pronounced "Ballti" ("ball" as in ballet) Broch - the "ch" is as in "loch"

  • @SilverRocketStar
    @SilverRocketStar День назад

    My MacIntyre now McIntyre after they moved to Ireland. Anybody have an eye disease called Syhnders corneal dystrophy.?

  • @godsblackpanther
    @godsblackpanther День назад

    And in this Time of Revelation all is Transmuted and Wisdoms Gleaned. Blessings 😊😊😊🕊️🤍💜🖤🪽🎺⚖️💜🎆

  • @marchenderson9854
    @marchenderson9854 День назад

    wae ma peoples here 😂

  • @jennexxer
    @jennexxer День назад

    #11 must be cursed to not say his name.

  • @sjferguson
    @sjferguson День назад

    Phew. My clan isn't on this list 😂

  • @hafsalinda
    @hafsalinda День назад

    As a Scottish contrarian, i dont believe a bit of this hogwash😎

  • @hafsalinda
    @hafsalinda День назад

    I believe a stuart is smart enough to take that stone to sea and wash away the curse, as the sea has possession of it.

  • @craigroaring
    @craigroaring 2 дня назад

    I don't think they should allow mining of granite if the island is protected. Such a unique place being mined for such a stupid reason.

    • @Phil-oj5nr
      @Phil-oj5nr 20 часов назад

      The amount of rock used for curling must be very minor, not a worry I would say.

  • @freedomfromcocktailjabs
    @freedomfromcocktailjabs 2 дня назад

    Shorter list for who isnt cursed In Scotland

  • @susanhutchison3952
    @susanhutchison3952 2 дня назад

    I would like to state that being haunted and being cursed are not the same at all. If one of my ancestors is a famous bard, he is perfectly welcome to share his music whenever and however he can! But then, I do have the sight....

  • @celestialskye1
    @celestialskye1 2 дня назад

    Thank you 🙏💖🐈‍⬛