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King Arthur's Origins

King Arthur's Origins

Posted by Charles MacGregor on Jan 12th 2020

Arthur Originally Published February 2016. Written for The Celtic Croft by Charles MacGregor of MacGregor Historic Games.I'm in the middle of re-reading The Crystal Cave the first book of author Mary … read more
Braveheart, William Wallace, and the Kilt

Braveheart, William Wallace, and the Kilt

Posted by The Celtic Croft on Jan 10th 2020

When it comes to classic Celtic attire, the Braveheart kilt may be amongst the most distinctive of all the items of clothing! As much a character as any of the actors, this is a kilt that is instantly … read more
The Glencoe Massacre

The Glencoe Massacre

Posted by Charles MacGregor on Jan 5th 2020

The Glencoe Massacre Originally published August 2016. Written for The Celtic Croft by Charles MacGregor of MacGregor Historic Games. After William III took the throne of England, Scotland and Irela … read more
Why Wear a Tartan Sash, and How?

Why Wear a Tartan Sash, and How?

Posted by The Celtic Croft on Jan 3rd 2020

Scottish and Irish dress is both beautiful and confusing. There are so many rules, some widely known and some that are a little more subjective. For the novice, it can be a bit overwhelming. Wearing … read more

The Lost Barony of Culbin

Posted by Charles MacGregor on Dec 29th 2019

The Lost Barony of Culbin Originally published January 2016. Written for The Celtic Croft by Charles MacGregor of MacGregor Historic Games. Legend has it that in the seventeenth century Laird Alexan … read more