Lying in the Vale of Ffestiniog, alongside the river Dwyryd, is the village of Maentwrog. There is a legend that a giant called Twrog (who died in the year AD610) hurled a stone from a hill top, down into the village and destroyed a pagan altar. Read More »
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This ruined castle is said to be the haunt of Sir John Cathcart, identified as a Scottish Bluebeard.
Said to be a prolific wife murderer, his last intended victim was May Kennedy from Culzean Castle. She realised his murderous plans and pushed him to his death from cliffs.
His screams have been heard echoing through the ruins.
Directions:
Reached from the A77 South of Girvan.
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Wayland's Smithy is one of the most impressive and atmospheric Neolithic burial chambers in Britain. Read More »
