20/08/2024
On this day, 20th August 1589…
King James VI of Scotland marries his new wife Anne of Denmark! However what would come after would destroy many lives across Scotland.
As the newlyweds travelled to Scotland, Dr Fian and his coven of witches raised a storm just off the east coast at North Berwick. The storm swept up the Royal ship and threatened to wreck the lives of the King and his new Queen. From that point on, the king was obsessed with witchcraft and a frenzy of witch hunts were sparked across Scotland.
Aberdeen accused around 80 witches of witchcraft, many were detained with jougs (an iron collar), many were tortured, and many were sentenced to death.
Join our dark history tour Fiends For Life where tour guide Hollie unveils the stories of innocent men and women accused of witchcraft in Aberdeen.
Next tour - this Friday 23rd at 6pm!
⚔️ Fiends For Life: Dark History Tour of Aberdeen
⚰️ Selected Fridays @ 6pm
📍 Aberdeen Maritime Museum
🌙 Free (Donations welcome)