Accused Witches of Irvine | Irvine Old Parish Churchyard Virtual Tour | Marymass 2020

Irvine, Ayrshire resident and historian, Billy Kerr, takes us on a tour of the Irvine Old Parish Churchyard during the week of Marymass 2020.
In part one of this three part series, Billy recounts tales associated with the witch trials that took place in Irvine in the 17th century and their links to the churchyard.
Hosted by Billy Kerr
Filmed and Edited by Kris Ballantyne
Camera Assistance and Sound by Lewis Anderson

[@Audrey-ez5ot]

Thank you. I was just talking to a friend in Irvine about the wit he of Scotland. He shared this video. I’ve subbed. X

[@krisballantyne4262]

Thanks for watching and subbing Audrey! Hopefully have more content on the way in the near future, it's been too long :D

[@GordonStevenson]

Absolutely fantastic presentation. The phenomenal videography and audio accompanied by Billy’s enthusiasm and depth of knowledge of local history makes for a captivating watch. Look forward to the next instalment.

[@krisballantyne4262]

Thanks very much Gordon, we appreciate that! Mass Graves of the Maritime releases on Thursday at 2PM :)

[@amandamcmahon6635]

Couldn’t agree more with above comment, subscribed.

[@gatesideplantcentre1]

Well presented and well filmed.

[@pedros8889]

Amazing info ,I’ve stayed in Irvine for over 45 yrs and still fascinated by our history, I would honestly say it’s one of the historic places in the uk, kings queens and witchcraft all rolled into 1

[@ianeyre7162]

Thanks for that interesting presentation. The ignorance of the so-called educated people cost many innocents their lives. All very sad.

[@krisballantyne4262]

Thanks Ian! Yeah, very sad indeed, and a level of injustice and prejudice that's still present hundreds of years later. Hopefully more memorials can be placed in remembrance, in Irvine too. Thanks for watching!

[@jumpinjack3506]

Bravo fine Sir 😎

[@annmckelvie3375]

Would Billy know of anything about the grounds on which Cunningham House is built (good reason for asking).
Were women ever incarcerated in a building on that spot??? Would be grateful if he could shed some light on something I've thought about for years.