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Step into the shadows of 1697 and discover the true story behind Scotland’s last mass witch trial. This guided walking tour takes you through the very streets where history unfolded, as seven people — mostly women — were accused of witchcraft and sentenced to death in Paisley. Visit the site of their imprisonment, the place of their execution at Gallows Green, and the spot where a horseshoe was cast into the ground to silence their curse.
Along the way, you’ll explore Paisley Abbey, the surrounding graveyard, and the modern memorial that honours the lives lost. Learn how a young girl’s illness sparked panic, how justice failed, and how these events shaped the town’s legacy.
Led by passionate local guides, this tour offers a powerful insight into a tragic chapter of Scotland’s past. £2.50 from every ticket is donated to the Renfrewshire Witch Hunt 1697 memorial fund.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Infront of Gilmour Street train station. Look out for the "Discover Paisley" sign
Itinerary
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Site of the 1697 witch trial burials and a powerful medieval backdrop to the town’s dark history
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Believed resting place of the accused witches, where the names of the condemned echo through time.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Site of the 1697 executions and the embedded horseshoe marking where the last accused witch was burned. One of Paisley’s most powerful and chilling historical landmarks.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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