The Clootie Well

Sacred Well

Is it an ancient tradition or an eyesore? A row has broken out about a clean-up of a clootie well in the Highlands.

More info :

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-highlands-islands-60125288

Posted by drewbhoy
25th January 2022ce

Comments (4)

Strangely enough, a similar argument has broken out in Cornwall this week, following a 'clean up' organised by CASPN at Madron Well. Largely due to the large number of clooties, many of which include non-organic materials.	Posted by ocifant 25th January 2022ce


There's usually some right tat at Madron (and Sancreed and St Euny's wells too), plastic string and wristbands, knickers, things with metal chains and fobs. I like the organic things actually (twine made from plant fibre, shells), but some of the stuff left there is awful. I imagine it's full of disposable masks these days!	Posted by thesweetcheat 25th January 2022ce


At St. Patrick's Well and Chair in Tyrone recently a goodly amount of the 'offerings' were just that TSC, masks and face-coverings. Sign of the times I guess.	Posted by ryaner 25th January 2022ce


I went for a look the last time I was looking for forts near Munlochy, it was a bit of shambles tbh.	Posted by drewbhoy 26th January 2022ce

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