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Peebles Witch Massacre, 1629: The Darkest Chapter in Borders History

Peebles Witch Massacre, 1629: The Darkest Chapter in Borders History

by Mark Nicol | Oct 30, 2022 | Videos

In 1629 religious frenzy was out of control in the quiet Scottish Borders town of Peebles.   The results were far more horrific than most Halloween movies.   Most of the facts in this film are taken from Mary Craig’s book “Borders Witch Hunt”     When Faith...
Witches’ Leap: A Sinister Legacy in the Scottish Borders

Witches’ Leap: A Sinister Legacy in the Scottish Borders

by Mark Nicol | Feb 16, 2021 | Videos

The Scottish Borders was notorious as one of the epicentres of the Scottish Witch hunts of the 17th and 18th centuries.   But nowhere I have been hits you with all the sinister cruelty of that time than this place….       In the quiet northern edge of the...
Witches of Heriot? Searching for the Lost Stone of Mary Gibb

Witches of Heriot? Searching for the Lost Stone of Mary Gibb

by Mark Nicol | May 23, 2019 | Videos

Can you help me find this stone…..? In the quiet village of Heriot, nestled deep in the rolling hills of the Scottish Borders, an unsettling tale lingers in the mists of local legend — the story of Mary Gibb. She wasn’t a queen, a poet, or a noblewoman. But...
The Temple of Mithras Near Carrawburgh Fort: A Hidden Gem of Roman Heritage

The Temple of Mithras Near Carrawburgh Fort: A Hidden Gem of Roman Heritage

by Mark Nicol | Jan 10, 2019 | Videos

Sit back, relax, stop the dog from barking with a juicy bone, then watch our new film. Warning – contains some bleak religious imagery and notions which may make you question your own existence…. 🎥 Watch the Full Film Here Sit back, relax, silence the...
Witch Execution Sites in the Scottish Borders: A Dark Chapter in History

Witch Execution Sites in the Scottish Borders: A Dark Chapter in History

by Mark Nicol | Dec 24, 2018 | Videos

Have a look at our Xmas special video. It’s got absolutely nothing to do with Christmas, but hey who cares. We are down in Duns investigating some VERY dark history….. 🎥 Watch the film on YouTube In the rolling hills and secluded valleys of the Scottish Borders,...
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