A Concealed Sock from Kirkmaiden, Wigtownshire
Recent, Recent (Social), Folklore
TDGNHAS Series III, 82 (2008), 138(2.63 MB)
Abstract
A short article describing the finding of a sock in a recess close to the chimney flue at Mull Cottage, Kirkmaiden. The sock was found to be stuffed with thistles and it is suggested that it may be of 18th century date and concealed to trap spitits: it is