25 July 2023, Starts: 19:00

Scottish Witch Trials: Debunking myths and misconceptions

Talk by Philip Paris

Organised by Cromarty History Society. Venue: Victoria Hall, Cromarty. Fundraising event for Cromarty Courthouse with suggested donation of £5

Scotland was not alone in persecuting people for witchcraft during the 16th, 17thand 18th centuries, yet it was particularly ‘diligent’ in this and, per head ofpopulation, people were five times more likely to be accused of witchcraft here thanin most of Europe. Academics estimate that of the approx. 2,500 people who wereexecuted for witchcraft in Scotland, 84% were women. How did ordinary folkgoing about their daily lives find themselves in court facing a possible deathsentence? Come along to Philip’s talk and find out!