Tag Archives: Perthshire

Castle Menzies: Ghost Events Scotland

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The Castle MenziesCastle Menzies is a spectacular sixteenth century castle which was restored by the Menzies Clan Society. This has been the Seat of the Chiefs of Clan Menzies for over 400 years and importantly situated, it was involved in the turbulent history of the Highlands. Bonnie Prince Charlie, the Stuart Pretender to the throne, rested for two nights in the Castle on his way to the Battle of Culloden in 1746. It is located a little to the west of the small village of Weem, near Aberfeldy in the Perthshire highlands, close to the former site of Weem Castle, destroyed c. 1502.

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[Video] The Salutation Hotel

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The Salutation Hotel, affectionately named the ‘Sally’, in Perth, has been providing accommodation to guests since 1699. In September 1745, Bonnie Prince Charlie marched from the Island of Eriskay and continued right across the mainland of Scotland.

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Perth Paranormal Festival: The Old Ship Inn

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The Old Ship Inn, was Established in 1665 in the city of Perth in Scotland. The stunning little public house – which incidentally is Perth oldest one – sits at 31 Hight St in Perth, not far from the famous River Tay, that runs through this part of Scotland.

In times gone by, this location would have been a second home to sailors who would come off the ships on the Tay, and as they do, had a jolly old-time while moored.

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Perth Paranormal Festival: The Castle, Part One

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On Friday 24th of October, as part of the mystery tour in Perth, we joined up with Lynne & Gary Knight, Barry Fitzgerald, Donna Costello and Bryan Boyle.

The purpose was to lightly search within 4 locations for any possible signs of paranormal activity.

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The Mercure Hotel: Paranormal Investigation with Barry Fitzgerald

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The Mercure Hotel is one of the most unique locations in Perth, set in a 15th century watermill, you can still watch the water trickling through the original water wheel from the garden, reception area and Lounge Bar.

So what paranormal activity do we have occurring in this location?

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The Salutation Hotel

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Reputed to be one of the oldest hotels in Scotland, the Salutation Hotel has been welcoming guests since 1699.

The Salutation Hotel, affectionately named the ‘Sally’, in Perth, has been providing accommodation to guests since 1699. In September 1745, Bonnie Prince Charlie marched from the Island of Eriskay and continued right across the mainland of Scotland.

He made use of the Salutation Hotel in Perth as his main headquarters, and today we have a main bedroom – which is accessible – where he would have slept.

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Echovox: Maggie Wall Monument

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On the return journey from Huntingtower Castle, in Perthshire, I decided to stop by a rather mysterious location. The Maggie Wall’s Monument.

This rather odd and mysterious monument has caused much debate. Who is Maggie Wall? No one seems to have any records to show the answer to such a question.

Who built this rather unique and imposing monument, and was such a witch really burnt here?

I try the Echovox device at the location, with a few rather strange replies.

Lets Listen…..

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The Huntingtower Sensation!

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As I stood in this area of Huntingtower Castle [photo left], I began to feel very cold. I soaked up the atmosphere, opened my mind to the possibilities and then…..I feel a sensation of icy coldness creeping up my arms, which then manifested as a pins and needles sensation.

This stayed with me for a few seconds, I then began to walk the room, asking out for any presence to walk with me.

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Ghost Voices: Huntingtower Castle #2

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Location Information: http://haunted-scotland.co.uk/hunting…

A ghostly lady seen haunting the upper floors. Many visitors have witnessed this while visiting. Apparently she died whilst trying to jump from one tower to the other to see her boyfriend. No one really has any idea who this phantom could be.

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Ghost Voices: Huntingtower Castle

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Location Information: http://haunted-scotland.co.uk/hunting…

A ghostly lady seen haunting the upper floors. Many visitors have witnessed this while visiting. Apparently she died whilst trying to jump from one tower to the other to see her boyfriend. No one really has any idea who this phantom could be.

It is said that her appearance warns against approaching bad luck, and can bring about improved health and fortune. Some reports say she is green others white.

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