Perched on the windswept coast of Caithness, the Castle of Mey is steeped in history, royal connections, and ghostly legend. Once a fortress for the Sinclair clan, then a cherished retreat of the Queen Mother, this striking stronghold has seen centuries of life, loss, and mystery. Eerie tales of spectral figures and unexplained encounters have been reported through the years.
In this episode, we delve into the castle’s origins, its place in Scotland’s royal history, and the chilling encounters said to have taken place within its walls.
Does something unseen still walk the halls of the Castle of Mey?
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