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Discover Scottish Myths & Legends
Our stories, myths and legends are a great way of understanding Scotland’s culture and history. Read on to explore some of the best Scottish stories, superstitions and folklore.

Scotland's Witch Trail
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Headless Drummer Boy legend
12 of Scotland's Most Famous Stories and Tales
From mythical creatures to epic legends, discover more about Scotland's most famous stories.

The Calanais Standing Stones on the Isle of Lewis
Superstitions, Myths & Legends
Do you know how to start the New Year off on the right foot, or which colour of heather will bring you luck? Delve into Scotland’s rich cultural history and find out more about its superstitions, fairy tales and legends.

Advocate's Close from The Royal Mile
Spooky Scotland
Scotland has plenty of scary tales to share and spooky spots to visit. Find out more, if you’re brave enough…

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Literature in Scotland
Get inspired by some of our literary-themed blogs, or plan a trip around Scotland to uncover all the tales and stories for yourself.
Stories from Scotland's Regions
8 Stories About South Scotland
South Scotland is the perfect place to explore if you love stories.

Stories of Aberdeenshire
You’ll soon see that this is a remarkable region full of stories, songs and the supernatural.
8 fascinating tales behind Aberdeen's historic sites
Delve into the captivating history behind some of the city’s iconic attractions, and uncover hidden sites.
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