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Episode 5

Series 5

BBC Radio Scotland - Our Story, Series 5, Episode 5

Mark Stephen learns about the unique living tradition of the Burryman of South Queensferry

Mark Stephen hears the stories of Scotland's distinctive past. He learns about the unique living tradition of the Burryman of South Queensferry.

This week, Mark follows the Burryman of South Queensferry in a unique and living tradition. Every second Friday in August, the Burryman is clad from head to toe in burrs and walks the streets of the town drinking only whisky. The first record of this dates back to 1742 but it is thought that its origins are much older. The folk of the town believe the Burryman takes away bad luck. Mark follows the 2015 Burryman, Andrew Taylor, from picking the burrs, getting dressed and then walking around the town.

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Mark Stephen hears the stories of the North East's distinctive past.

Mark Stephen hears the stories of the North East's distinctive past from those who are part of its rich history.

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