ROBERT the BRUCE and that SPIDER

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  • čas přidán 11. 09. 2021
  • Robert the Bruce and the Spider is one of the most enduring Scottish stories. What's the real story behind the legend?
    Legand has it that Robert the Bruce, King of Scotland, when fighting the first war of independence with Edward the 1st of England and losing, went into hiding. While living in a cave he watched a spider trying to spin a web. The spider kept falling but kept trying again, and this would inspire the king to carry on his fight.
    But how much of this is true?
    Locations:
    Glentrool - Galloway
    Clatteringshaws Loch - Galloway
    Secondary locations:
    Torrhouse Stone Circle - Wigtown - Galloway
    The Martyr's Stake/Wigtown Bay - Wigtown - Galloway
    Turnberry Castle - Turnberry - Ayrshire
    St Medans - Monreith - Galloway
    Equipment used:
    Drone: DJI Mini 3 Pro Drone with Fly More Combo: amzn.to/3Jd6VlP
    Gimbal: DJI Osmo Smartphone Gimbal: amzn.to/3NsRcSq
    Mic: VideoMicro Compact On-camera Directional Microphone amzn.to/3X7VKk7
    Blue Snowball iCE USB Mic: amzn.to/3qvx2On
    Filmed on Apple iPhone 11
    Follow my adventures as I travel through the landscapes and history of Scotland. I make quick, quirky and (hopefully) funny content about Scotland's past, people and scenery.
    I look for the hidden stories, forgotten people and beautiful scenery of Scotland and try to find the funny in the darkness, obscurity and occasional absurdity of our history.
    Follow my quest on social media:
    Instagram: @scotlandunplugged
    Facebook: scotlandunplugged
    TikTok: @scotlandunplugged
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Komentáře • 323

  • @TheHoofGP
    @TheHoofGP Před 2 lety +57

    Brilliant.

    • @rgober60
      @rgober60 Před 2 lety +4

      Greame how did you get such a wonderful brother ❤

    • @alicegamble6145
      @alicegamble6145 Před 2 lety +3

      Your brother is a great story teller.

    • @bettyvanderhooven-schmaasc4235
      @bettyvanderhooven-schmaasc4235 Před 2 lety +4

      I bet holidays around your family is a gas!

    • @nutsack-1904
      @nutsack-1904 Před 2 lety

      Teach your brother how to trim hooves, this channel is very boring

    • @arejaycee5484
      @arejaycee5484 Před 2 lety +2

      @@nutsack-1904 He tells a wicked story. Hoofed it here fae the coo guy

  • @vickiehukill2564
    @vickiehukill2564 Před 2 lety +14

    Hoof GP sent me so glad he did love hearing about Scotland history.

  • @nancylitton390
    @nancylitton390 Před 2 lety +41

    I enjoy learning Scottish History this way. Here,in America, they didn't teach much European History at all.
    Thanks for sharing.

  • @Hailstonepie
    @Hailstonepie Před 2 lety +39

    Gawd I love this man telling history with feeling and a wicked sense of mirth..... more.....more....

  • @debraanneclark2188
    @debraanneclark2188 Před 2 lety +7

    I remember that story of the spider and Robert the Bruce being told to me by my great granny when I was a wee bairn

  • @Mrs.TJTaylor
    @Mrs.TJTaylor Před 2 lety +14

    This is a gifted teacher. I hope he’s doing this professionally in a classroom somewhere.

  • @momnoah5
    @momnoah5 Před 2 lety +14

    I too learned of your channel from your brother, The Hoof GP. Charisma and sense of humor seems to run in the family. I love the way you tell the story as well as learning History that is sadly lacking in today's education. I look forward to watching more. I've subscribed so I don't miss any.

  • @krill3333
    @krill3333 Před 2 lety +4

    Robert the Bruce is an ancestor of mine, grandfather 25 times removed. Love the history!!

    • @dboudro7297
      @dboudro7297 Před 2 měsíci

      Mine as well, very very proud to say!

  • @susancurry5224
    @susancurry5224 Před 2 lety +9

    Your brother, The Hoof GP, sent me. I'm so glad he did - best recommendation all year. Love your storytelling and sense of humor. Subscribed! 👍

    • @maryjanedavidson2804
      @maryjanedavidson2804 Před 2 lety +2

      Me too, I could listen to him all day...can you imagine if he had a pod cast?

    • @susancurry5224
      @susancurry5224 Před 2 lety +1

      @@maryjanedavidson2804 that would be epic!

  • @sharonspivey7913
    @sharonspivey7913 Před 2 lety +5

    Sent over by your brother The Hoof GP. I love learning about Scotland and it's people.

  • @Annie6460
    @Annie6460 Před 2 lety +4

    The presentation and scenery are in their own rights fantastic! ❤️🇦🇺🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

  • @bridgetthomas6935
    @bridgetthomas6935 Před 2 lety +6

    Hi the GP doc sent me to this sight ,glad he did . Wish we had history teachers like this when I was in school

  • @kitsunetreat7389
    @kitsunetreat7389 Před 2 lety +13

    Another one sent by The Hoof GP, and I'm glad and the better for it! You've got a wonderful way of conveying your beautiful countries history in an intellectual and engaging way. Making content like this preserves the world around us, and grants us a greater understanding of who and what we are, and is a poorly undervalued public service. Cheers, and many thanks for doing it!

  • @imatugwaddle2291
    @imatugwaddle2291 Před 2 lety +1

    "...got a bit stabby in the church..." LOVE IT!!!!!

  • @tinamckechnie9808
    @tinamckechnie9808 Před 2 lety +8

    I love your sense of humor and how you tell your story. The Hoof GP sent me here, I'm glad he did!!

  • @dbach1025
    @dbach1025 Před 2 lety +3

    You had me forever referencing everyone's favorite mail man Cliff Klavan.

  • @diannakelly7337
    @diannakelly7337 Před 2 lety +5

    Your brother Graeme sent me over to listen to you and I'm so glad that he did. As he said, " You are brilliant" . I love anything and everything about Scotland and I read about it voraciously but hearing it from you made it so much more real to me. Please keep this series coming as it was wonderful! God Bless.....

  • @prole2554
    @prole2554 Před 2 lety +4

    Beautiful country! Wish I could visit!

  • @plainsimple442
    @plainsimple442 Před rokem

    My ancestor Robert the Bruce back 20 generations. Always interesting to hear the history behind family.

  • @juliefriske8519
    @juliefriske8519 Před 2 lety +4

    I've been watching your brother's channel for about a year that would be Hoof GP. I would be leaving him a thank you for putting me to your Channel. I am a history buff. I love Scotland and the old Royals. Never been there probably never will be but I enjoy listening to you tell the stories that I have long watched on TV. Put into a better, more interesting platform. I am looking forward to watching your Channel.

  • @TheSarahlou
    @TheSarahlou Před 2 lety +10

    I love hearing about the history of Scotland my mother in law was Scottish and moved to Kent England when she married my father in law but had all of her children baptised church of Scotland and she always used to tell all her grandbabies stories on the history of Scotland and honestly I find the Scottish accent the easiest to listen to fantastic video 👏 👏 👏 👏

  • @gingerhammond6446
    @gingerhammond6446 Před 2 lety +6

    I just love your videos and your sense of humor!

  • @autumnisnothere
    @autumnisnothere Před 2 lety +6

    Your brother sent me along. A good listen for some history of Scotland. I remember hearing the tale of the Bruce and the spider. And of course many tales of Wm Wallace. I'll tune in for more.

  • @rgober60
    @rgober60 Před 2 lety +8

    Wonderful...where have you been!! I could listen to you all day young man. Post more please...never tire of listening to you and your lovely voice. Your very good at this young man...Thank you.👍👍👍👍👍

  • @arejaycee5484
    @arejaycee5484 Před 2 lety +2

    The Hoof GP Sent Me Here. Glad He Did.

  • @marianstampley3068
    @marianstampley3068 Před 2 lety +1

    Teach history,the class will overflow

  • @tammyC1971
    @tammyC1971 Před rokem

    Telling the story as you walk down pathways or the roads is so unique and charming. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and your enthusiasm for Scottish history.

  • @fiorenzaattanasio4796
    @fiorenzaattanasio4796 Před 2 lety +1

    The Hoof GP sent me… I love your brother…. He’s the Best for Cows…. Thank you for this Channel ❤️🇨🇦

  • @lisashelley2084
    @lisashelley2084 Před 2 lety +10

    Love the story, the scenery, the humor; the accent, all of it; keep making videos- they are great!

  • @osrs_scrublord2039
    @osrs_scrublord2039 Před 2 lety +1

    Love how this is presented. My kids loved Horrible Histories, reminds me of that balance of humor.

  • @1deadlylunarwolfgod
    @1deadlylunarwolfgod Před 2 lety +2

    Hi the hoof GP sent me and I most say I loved the history lesson on William Bruce especially since I'm Irish/Scottish as well as a few other races. Also several years ago my mothers, mother was telling me about our family and said we were actually related to him and although I have no evidence on the spider I was told an old family story/family legend about him and the box with his heart if you ever want to hear it.

  • @GaminGranny880
    @GaminGranny880 Před 2 lety +2

    I just found out that my surname Dick is old Scottish. I would love to learn more about the Scottish history. I'm happy that your brother Graham told his viewers about your channel.

  • @nanciumphres9001
    @nanciumphres9001 Před rokem +1

    gorgeous scenery

  • @tigerprincess9222
    @tigerprincess9222 Před 2 lety +1

    The Hoof GP sent me! I can't wait to learn more about Scotland's history. ❤️ from the states!

  • @fredboomboom5503
    @fredboomboom5503 Před 2 lety +1

    I just love these stories

    • @fredboomboom5503
      @fredboomboom5503 Před 2 lety

      It like you’re there with LongShank being slaughtered

  • @shirleylaboy603
    @shirleylaboy603 Před 2 lety +7

    I love your storytelling ability. You keep me interested in what you're saying and that's a good story. 🙂❤

  • @joycefuller9177
    @joycefuller9177 Před rokem +1

    Very interesting. My first time here. Beautiful country.

  • @mrs.henderson7602
    @mrs.henderson7602 Před 2 lety +1

    I find the landscape of Scotland is breathtaking. And your story telling history intriguing. You need to sell your lessons, on tape or DVD, on Scottish history. I know I would buy them.

  • @Mommacoley92
    @Mommacoley92 Před 2 lety +1

    I came from Hoff GP. Love Scottish history!

  • @dianeambrose683
    @dianeambrose683 Před 2 lety +1

    Love the humor and scenery!

  • @bronwentillman8385
    @bronwentillman8385 Před rokem

    I would have LOVED to have had a history teacher with a Scottish accent when I was in school!

  • @rebekkahgreen8482
    @rebekkahgreen8482 Před 2 lety +2

    I am of Scottish heritage have taken an DNA Test. To be honest one of many countries of heritage origins. I love your way of telling of history.
    Thank you.

  • @tinamclaughlin705
    @tinamclaughlin705 Před 2 lety +1

    I like that bit of History, Wallace started and Robert the Bruce held on and fought opportunistically winning over foe! Your brother said to mention Hoof GP! I will watch you both!

  • @bradleywilkinson3533
    @bradleywilkinson3533 Před 2 lety +2

    Thanks for the suggestion Hoof GP. Looking forward to the next installment.

  • @garrybeard7718
    @garrybeard7718 Před 2 lety +4

    Fantastic story and it is only a story well done loved it.stay safe bud.👍🇬🇧🤘🍺

  • @TheLizardmama
    @TheLizardmama Před 2 lety +1

    You can thank your brother for pointing us to your page. Can't wait to visit your beautiful country!

  • @therealpreparedhomestead
    @therealpreparedhomestead Před 2 lety +2

    Your little brother sent me over. Good content!

  • @aarentruxall1959
    @aarentruxall1959 Před 2 lety +2

    Well done, I love me some good old history.

  • @mariesplace9547
    @mariesplace9547 Před 2 lety +2

    Thanks for sharing 🤗

  • @sarahmoses1267
    @sarahmoses1267 Před 2 lety +5

    I am supposedly related to the Scottish Kings through the Stewards. The Stewards became royalty by one of them marrying the king's daughter. Is this true? Would you mind doing a video on the Stewards to the kings? Love the video and I can't wait to see and learn more. Love The Hoof GP as well. I am glad he mentioned you in his video. I love history, especially when it involves genealogy. Thanks for the fun!

  • @Mandy-Lee
    @Mandy-Lee Před 2 lety +3

    Awesome, Hoof Gp referred me, love history and learning new things 👍🏻

  • @jamesparkersculpture
    @jamesparkersculpture Před 2 lety +1

    Brilliant! Enjoyed every minute.

  • @renegademermaid1806
    @renegademermaid1806 Před 2 lety +3

    The CZcams AI put The Hoof GP on my feed, and I've been binge-watching Graeme for weeks. I went over and watched James' sculptures, which are amazing, and then I decided to come here and was not disappointed.
    My family has roots in Scotland. I have visited once but I would go again in a heartbeat. We went in November of 2010, my 15 yr old daughter who could be more melodramatic than any movie star, and me.
    We were in Stirling, stopped at Drover's Inn up there where Loch Lommond is a trickle, Ft. William, Malaig, Castle Tioram as the tide was rushing in, Skype, Ulapool, Inverness, yes with a nice stint staring at Loch Ness in hopes of seeing the monster, Granton-on-Spey where we ran into an Inn owner who was originally from our hometown in California USA (trippy experience), and then to Edinburgh, where my daughter's first words were, "this place looks like something out of Oliver!" (the musical version of Oliver Twist). We walked all over Edinburgh and were considerably less impressed with the castle because Stirling Castle made such a great impression.
    My now 26 year old daughter (time flies like you can't imagine-hug your kids often) is a history major, theater minor (shocker), and holds close the memories of our wild Scottish adventure, though at the time, she would dramatically mourne, "why did you draaaag me half way around the woooorld?!" (My response was always, "because I wanted to torture you).
    I greatly enjoy the way you share the Scottish history and inventions and such. Several times I have literally laughed out loud. Which is both good and bad. Laughter is like good medicine but I just had surgery a couple of weeks ago to remove 2 tumors (both benign, Thank the Lord!) and laughing disturbs the area of the incision and makes me very sore. This doesn't keep me from laughing.
    Thank you so much for sharing your Scotland Unplugged with the rest of us!
    DO MORE OF IT!!

    • @scotlandunplugged
      @scotlandunplugged  Před 2 lety +2

      Thank you! I see what you mean about Edinburgh and Oliver. Sorry about the laughing though! Hope you’re in the mend. 🙂

    • @renegademermaid1806
      @renegademermaid1806 Před 2 lety

      @@scotlandunplugged I love a good laugh even if it literally splits my sides!

  • @karenhall6216
    @karenhall6216 Před 2 lety +2

    Your little brother sent me. Love it!

  • @donnabauer8370
    @donnabauer8370 Před 2 lety +2

    Love the history and the scenery of your beautiful country, (The Hoof GP sent me).

  • @michelematthews796
    @michelematthews796 Před 7 měsíci

    😊 Thank you for this fantastic story! Robert is my ancestral Grandfather followed by John Lyon (my mother’s maiden name) and soon I will be venturing to see the land of my ancestors ❤

  • @rachaelmarchant79
    @rachaelmarchant79 Před 2 lety +4

    Please keep making these videos....they are terrific. Thanks for the referral The Hoof GP

  • @stephaniehallman9749
    @stephaniehallman9749 Před 2 lety +1

    Fantastic! Thanks a million for the entertaining lesson.

  • @johnperry5102
    @johnperry5102 Před 2 lety +2

    great video interesting, educational, love the history

  • @sabbys7750
    @sabbys7750 Před 2 lety +3

    Great story telling as always!! Thank you for sharing!!

  • @ben-me9jy
    @ben-me9jy Před rokem +1

    Your brother say hi! Love your rendition of Scottish history!
    Hoof GP!!

  • @lizzepley
    @lizzepley Před 2 lety +1

    The Hoof GP sent me. You both are absolutely handsome. You have some good genes. 👍 And the accent 👌cherry on top

  • @hangin-in-thereawesome4245

    Loved the scenery and history. The Hoof GP sent me over!

  • @pjk1714
    @pjk1714 Před 2 lety +3

    Your brother sent me over. Bet you heard that a few thousand times :)
    Greetings from 🇨🇦
    Glad the Hoof GP referred. History is just great to learn and having a story teller to teach makes it that much more fulfilling.
    Have some catching up to do...
    Scotland is a beautiful country rich in history.
    Take care

  • @lesliquiring5629
    @lesliquiring5629 Před 2 lety +3

    The Hoof GP sent me. Love your channel. You are a great story teller.

  • @catherinedempsey2446
    @catherinedempsey2446 Před rokem +1

    More stories please!!

  • @karenjarrett8904
    @karenjarrett8904 Před 2 lety +2

    I popped on over to your channel at the behest of your brother Graeme. Your family is truly talented, it was a joy watching this upload. I will continue to watch . Thank you very interesting, I love history.I’m from Ohio in the USA.

  • @SkelzaDawn
    @SkelzaDawn Před 2 lety +1

    Your country is soooo beautiful ❤

  • @celestek.2395
    @celestek.2395 Před 2 lety +2

    The hoof GP sent me! 🙋🏻‍♀️

  • @emilyirby4219
    @emilyirby4219 Před 2 lety +2

    Sent here by Hoof GP! 😊👌
    Love the beautiful views and storytelling 😊

  • @SuperKristinG
    @SuperKristinG Před 2 lety +8

    I LOVED THIS! I love the way you create the scene. I get so involved in your stories. My kids came in to talk to me and I told them to leave me be until your video was over. Hahaha Anyway thanks for sharing. Great video as always!

  • @johnainsworth8665
    @johnainsworth8665 Před 2 lety +1

    The Hoof Gp sent me, love the stories

  • @schwotv155
    @schwotv155 Před 2 lety +2

    I’m here cause The Hoof GP! Thank ya brother! Lol

  • @rconner01
    @rconner01 Před 2 lety +4

    That little brother of yours told me about your channel. That Hoof GP is fun to watch!

  • @carolbartz6783
    @carolbartz6783 Před 2 lety +1

    Love the story!

  • @wollant54
    @wollant54 Před 2 lety +2

    This is the 3rd Scottish channel I have subscribed to. The first was The Hoof GP then Craigie Boy. I love them all. Thank you for your passion and the amazing content gents!

  • @kristiehutton729
    @kristiehutton729 Před 2 lety +1

    The hoof GP sent me, noticed not many of us are getting a heart from you… but we are all glad he sent us anyway. Talented family!😂🤩

  • @craigieboy
    @craigieboy Před 2 lety +3

    Great video. Loved it.

  • @catherinepalmer4596
    @catherinepalmer4596 Před rokem

    My maiden name is Cummins (Comyn) and my friend’s surname is Bruce. We’re both Americans but we like to discuss our Scottish ancestors. Thanks for the story of the spider. I hadn’t heard it.

  • @lostforgottenangel
    @lostforgottenangel Před 2 lety +2

    I'm glad the Hoof GP sent me here :D fascinating stuff! Thank you for sharing!

  • @joanrankin2827
    @joanrankin2827 Před 2 lety +1

    Awesome!

  • @susibriggs211
    @susibriggs211 Před rokem +1

    I enjoyed this. Thank you.

  • @eveeartistry
    @eveeartistry Před 2 lety +3

    I came from the hoof GP! Hello there!

  • @lindawall6504
    @lindawall6504 Před 2 lety +7

    I LOVE these videos! Please please please 🙏 keep them coming! Your story telling skills are hypnotizing

  • @dixiedoll9944
    @dixiedoll9944 Před 2 lety +3

    Your little brother sent me your way! Looking forward to watching...

    • @dixiedoll9944
      @dixiedoll9944 Před 2 lety +1

      Love the scenery (always wanted to see Scotland). Really like the humor in your story telling! Enjoyed the pictures and clips added. Excellent job keeping the story rolling A to Z, yet you are all over the place. Nice!

    • @scotlandunplugged
      @scotlandunplugged  Před 2 lety

      Thank you 🙂

  • @maryjanedavidson2804
    @maryjanedavidson2804 Před 2 lety +2

    Love this, so glad your brother suggested watching your channel as I love a good story and your accent is just a bonus!

  • @backand2theleft925
    @backand2theleft925 Před 2 lety +2

    Enjoying the stories sir. Im from the states (ohio) and your country looks amazing. In my family tree i have a Williams side that is from Scotland. Will visit one day for sure. Oh and i found your channel via the hoofGP. You guys are great. Thanks again.

  • @patsymartin3634
    @patsymartin3634 Před 11 měsíci

    Scotland is Beautiful! Thanks for sharing your knowledge! I enjoy your videos!

  • @Loosybaboosy
    @Loosybaboosy Před 2 lety +1

    The hoof GP sent me here. Some 30 minute stories would be good 😁

  • @emdusha5590
    @emdusha5590 Před rokem +1

    Thank your little brother for another referral to your channel from the Hoof GP!

  • @sharhondajackson7399
    @sharhondajackson7399 Před 2 lety +1

    Here because your brother said you're kinda amazing!

  • @ladydove1000
    @ladydove1000 Před rokem +1

    I love learning about Scotland! Have to do this but another one was sent by The Hoof GP.

  • @patstokes7040
    @patstokes7040 Před 2 lety +1

    0:03 what a lovely scene behind you. Can from the brothers channel, don't know why I watch him but I enjoy the claim entertainment value. Saying all that history is really in my blood.

  • @shelby6066
    @shelby6066 Před 2 lety +2

    I love listening to you tell the story. Calming voice and a great story!!!!

  • @leebass4833
    @leebass4833 Před 2 lety +1

    Enjoyed very much!!

  • @djsakwatamoo229
    @djsakwatamoo229 Před 2 lety +1

    The hoof gp sent me here 👍 love it!!!

  • @bigibrd
    @bigibrd Před 2 lety +2

    Good day to you Sir. Your brother, the Hoof GP, said to check out your channel. Brilliant!!!

  • @rmil4531
    @rmil4531 Před 2 lety +2

    Great video.

  • @TerryKeever
    @TerryKeever Před měsícem

    Excellent storytelling. If the spider tale isn't true, it should be

    • @AreJayCee
      @AreJayCee Před měsícem

      I always assumed it was apocryphal

  • @phylliscook-se7mx
    @phylliscook-se7mx Před 4 měsíci

    Great story telling 😊