October 03, 2024

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

55 minutes

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:

The rich history of Glamis Castle, from its mediaeval origins to its royal connections

Intriguing figures associated with Glamis, including Janet Douglas and Mary Eleanor Bowes

Famous ghost stories and legends surrounding the castle

The role of an archivist in preserving and sharing Glamis' heritage

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 She specialises in preserving and cataloguing historical documents, researching family and local history, and mounting exhibitions to share Glamis' rich heritage with the public.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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