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James VI and witchcraft

Portrait of James VI
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Palace of Holyroodhouse
  • This event is in the past
    Every Thursday (7 Oct 2021 - 28 Oct 2021)
  • 11:00, 12:00 and 14:00
  • Included with Palace ticket or 1-Year Pass
  • Adults
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    This October, explore a less well-known story from the Palace’s past. Hear the story of Agnes Sampson, a woman from East Lothian, and discover the events which led to her being accused of witchcraft, brought to the Palace of Holyroodhouse, and being questioned by the King himself.

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