31/10/2024
Cullen House is rumoured to be haunted by the ghost of James Ogilvie, the 6th Earl of Findlater and 3rd Earl of Sealfield.
James had a terrible temper and was known to fly into uncontrollable rages. Legend has it that one night, James went too far and killed his friend in a fit of pure rage. Guilt-ridden about his heinous act, James couldn't bear to go on with his own life, so he committed su***de by cutting his own throat.๐ช๐
Sadly for the Earl, this didn't release him from his torment and his remorseful ghost is said to haunt the house as he wanders aimlessly from room to room in search of peace. Footsteps have been heard in empty rooms and he has been seen in the library and church.๐โช๏ธ
In 1975 the contents of the house were auctioned and it was converted into luxury flats. The house is not open to the public. However, the grounds are open on Tuesday and Friday from 1.30pm - 4.30pm. Go for a walk through the grounds outwith these times and thereโs a good chance you will be chased by some ghouls!๐ป
