Isobel Young, witch
Scottish woman tried, convicted and executed for witchcraft in 1629. Her case gives an almost unrivalled glimpse into 17th-century proceedings in witch trials.
Ellon Castle and gardens
Historic ruined castle remains, formerly Fortalice of Ardgith, focal point within a formal walled garden in Ellon
Barque of St Peter
Ancient Christian symbol for the Church.
Ride a cock horse to Banbury Cross
English nursery rhyme, the earliest known version of which appears in 1784.
Apse
Semicircular or polygonal termination of the chancel, which is typically situated at the eastern end of a Christian church.
Jean Lyon, Countess of Angus
Scottish countess named in North Berwick witch trials as consulting with witches
Reredos
Large ornamented wall, screen, or other structure placed behind the altar in a Christian church.
Fetch
Apparition in the form of a double of a living person, often a portent of death.
Mary Bateman
Poisoner and thief whose most audacious hoax was The Prophet Hen of Leeds.
Sarah Baker
English actor, theatre manager, and one of the most successful self-made women of her time.