Hidden Heritage

Ghosts, Legends, and Royal Tales: Exploring Glamis Castle with Ingrid Thomson

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Welcome to Hidden Heritage! In this episode, Lady Violet Manners is joined by Ingrid Thomson, archivist at Glamis Castle. Ingrid shares fascinating insights into the history, legends, and preservation efforts at this iconic Scottish landmark.

Join us as we explore:

  1. The rich history of Glamis Castle, from its mediaeval origins to its royal connections
  2. Intriguing figures associated with Glamis, including Janet Douglas and Mary Eleanor Bowes
  3. Famous ghost stories and legends surrounding the castle
  4. The role of an archivist in preserving and sharing Glamis' heritage

    5. Key Points
    • 00:00:04 - Introduction of Ingrid Thomson and her role at Glamis Castle
    • 00:01:44 - Overview of Glamis Castle's location and architectural history
    • 00:05:35 - Discussion of early royal connections to Glamis
    • 00:06:58 - The story of Janet Douglas, Lady Glamis
    • 00:10:37 - Mary Eleanor Bowes and her remarkable life
    • 00:18:20 - The Queen Mother's connection to Glamis Castle
    • 00:20:33 - Glamis Castle's link to Shakespeare's Macbeth
    • 00:23:25 - Famous ghost stories associated with Glamis
    • 00:32:00 - Ingrid's work as an archivist and palaeographer
    • 00:35:08 - Discussion of historical recipes and remedies found in the archives
    • 00:41:21 - Ingrid's favourite rooms and features of Glamis Castle

      • Guest Info

      Ingrid Thomson has been the archivist at Glamis Castle since 2010. She specialises in preserving and cataloguing historical documents, researching family and local history, and mounting exhibitions to share Glamis' rich heritage with the public.


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      Links and Resources
      • Glamis Castle Official Website
      • Historic Environment Scotland - Glamis Castle
      • The Queen Mother's childhood at Glamis
      • Shakespeare's Macbeth

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