Old Scottish Customs, Local and General (Classic Reprint)

Explore Scotland’s forgotten traditions and how communities once kept their rituals alive—from fire rites at Beltane to holy wells and wedding customs.

This volume surveys old Scottish customs across regions, revealing how people connected with the land, seasons, and community life. It blends folkloric detail with historical notes, offering a window into beliefs about luck, health, and social ceremony that shaped everyday life.

• Describes May Day fire rites, feasting, and offerings tied to cattle and crops.
• Examines beliefs around holy wells, superstitions, and remedies thought to cure illness.
• Looks at wedding and funeral customs, fairs, and local legends from Perthshire and beyond.
• Connects Druidic roots, Beltane traditions, and the evolution of public ceremonies.