The Dark Past Of Duntulm Castle - “Most Haunted” Place On The Isle of Skye, Scottish Highlands Ep46

Willie, Sarah and their dog, Jack Spaniels, continue their biggest adventure yet - leaving their suburban life and moving over the sea to a remote cottage on the Isle of Skye, off the west coast of the Scottish Highlands.
In this episode, the 'Skye-Lifers' explore the far north of the island - heading out to explore Skye's most haunted building - Duntulm Castle.
A bloody history full of intrigue and unfortunate incidents has given this castle a bone-chilling reputation. Will we experience the ghostly apparitions when we enter the castle ruin..?
Plus, Willie's ever growing to-do list for the Landrover Defender keeps hi busy, while Sarah is exploring more eco-friendly options in the kitchen.
Thanks & see you in the next video!
Sarah, Willie & Jack x
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[@eileenbecker9245]

Loved the spices, I have my dads labeler too! Love the SkyeRover! Looks amazing!

[@Hippiechick11]

Beautiful scenery! Abd well done on the Land Rover. I've always loved them, since I was a little kid in the US. Have you seen and good Northern Lights up by you?

[@sketchingheather]

I loved that tip about being able to buy lids for the Gu pots. We have ended up putting the glass jars in the recycling because we had no use for so many but maybe buying lids would solve that problem. And, I totally understand the satisfaction of making labels, brilliant fun.

[@livingtheskyelife]

I can’t believe it took us this long to realise you can get lids! So useful 😊

[@mescovery8210]

Pringles lids work too.

[@abqresident4461]

Dear Sarah, As a fellow nerd I want you to know that I alphabetize all of my spices and herbs which I place on three lazy susans in my cupboard (on two shelves). Long live organized geeks! Nice job on the Landy, Willie. And as always, enjoyed the drive to the castle. Seeing the marvelous Skye scenery is a treat. Love and hugs from me in New Mexico USA.

[@jenniferfarrah3134]

Hi to you both. Enjoyed the castle trips, love them & it’s history, & what a great place to build one 👍. You have done an amazing job on your Landie Willie , 😊. Look forward to seeing you both soon. 🙂

[@regf811]

How wonderful to see you all again! Blessings and be peace to you and Jack Spaniel☀️

[@jeannienash5249]

❤Luv ya bunches @Willie Scott, @Sarah and @Jack Spaniels ❤

[@idalolo1]

Bright blue skies (for the most part) on Skye! Your castle exploration was stunning and (thanks to Sarah's research) educational. Willie, you are a visionary when it comes to Yolanda. She just gets prettier and prettier! Loving waggly tailed Jack as usual. He is the best dog! Stay warm, you three!

[@fairyacorn4854]

You gave us such beautiful veiws of the castle that many of us would never be able to see without your drone footage. I really enjoyed this videoand seeing you use the rust stuff my oh used to use on his mowers when restoring or mending them. Thanks for taking us all along with you three once again. I so look forward to Sunday evenings and the company of you three. Sarah I hope the ait tight lids work ok but it would still be a good idea to move them more away from the cooker. As always stay safe and hope to see you next week.♥.

[@shar71on]

"We do like cooking, especially Willie" 😂😂😂 love you guys ❤

[@margaretglaser6227]

my gosh it is beautiful there thank you for all

[@suepalin9202]

The many blues of Skye and the Islands look beautiful in the cold, clear, Northern light of Winter which is an artist's dream. I also have some of those antique Herbs and Spices and the Gu ramekins, so thank you for the tip about Gu lids! Well done to Willie for moving on Jock the randy bull - I hope he doesn't remember you from stopping his dates with his harem! Best wishes and keep warm!

[@lizthompson9653]

Oh my gosh, the beauty of the scottish scenery is breathtaking. Hope your safe in the bad weather up there ❄❄🙂🙂x

[@livingtheskyelife]

Thanks, it’s not so bad where we are. Just a bit frosty. 🙂

[@report-all-potholes-and-ro2712]

Yes it's just a pity the SNP and Scottish Greens plan to trash every part of Scotland including the islands with hundreds more wind farms visible from all points.

[@JustOneKnight]

Im so in love with the scenery it's changed so much with the season, and yet seems even more beautiful ❤

[@kimberlymolitor354]

OMG... I found a label maker just like that at a thrift store when my daughter was about 5. She loved it and "labeled" everything!!! The TV, the fridge, the oven, her brother, all with gibberish letters since she couldn't spell yet!!! Harmless fun and a great memory!!!🥰🥰🥰

[@KarlGillcrist]

Skye doesn't disappoint from the amazing mirror image behind Willie when he was painting the bumper to the views on the way to and around the castle we are all blessed to join you as you live your dream.Looking forward to next week Karl from eastern Canada

[@ashleyfearon4121]

A superb video. The quality and professionalism of the filming, editing, narrative and above all else the subject content is quite astonishing. I’ve owned several Defenders over the years, despite their agricultural origins and terrible ride, you will become inseparable as time goes on. Castles, Herbs and Bumpers all in one episode……bliss! x

[@livingtheskyelife]

Ah thanks so much!! Willie loves the landy the more he drives it 😅

[@susanhayirli8474]

I❤ the special rain cover 😂

[@dianebizzell669]

What a glorious day to check out a castle! The new bumper looks great. Good job Willie!

[@AngelaBassett-f8s]

Thank you for another great sunday evening catch up with you guys. Willies making great progress on the Landy!! I'm also loving Willies jumpers ❤ Thanks also to Sarah for sharing the GU pot idea and lids, we have loads of them. See you next week!! 😊😊

[@gallovidian2151]

The north of the island is beautiful; we had a holiday in the second to last cottage when it was a holiday let; it was the only holiday where I cried about leaving to go home.

[@livingtheskyelife]

Yup - Skye is definitely a tough place to leave. That’s why we ended up moving here.

[@maggietaylor9475]

@@livingtheskyelifewe were the same! We kept going on holiday to Scotland and didn’t want to leave so we moved from north Manchester to Fife and we’ve just moved again to near Arbroath to a lovely house overlooking the sea. Scotland definitely has a huge pull!

[@eileenbecker9245]

Ready for my Sunday Skye.fix❤

[@59kiwilass]

I absolutely love your adventures & I love castles. I enjoyed this video so much. The scenery is spectacular.

[@frednorman1]

Sarah, I’m glad I’m not the only one who finds things in the back of their cupboard that are a couple years out of date!

[@patriciafuchs5970]

Breathtakingly beautiful, such a sad history. Jack is a funny, nifty dog! Live that you are restoring the Land Rover. It looks fantastic!

[@erinmcgrathejm4985]

My word, clear winter days on Skye are so incredibly beautiful!

[@carlarivas1238]

There is nothing like being organized in the kitchen. Congrats to you Sarah. And to Willie - congrats on the superb job on the bumper. I appreciate the history you give us on the castles you visit. Thanks.

[@oitsamy]

The Landy is really coming along, but seeing your old umbrella made me nostalgic for the old bottle digging videos.

[@alwaysaheart1645]

Keep the little herb pots for Willies shed to store nuts and bolts and nails :)

[@daryllawrick976]

Greetings from Montana! Skye Clan Donald ancestors here! Your journey is similar to mine. Moved here from San Diego and ran into the same renovation and adjustment issues you guys are running into. Love mountains, water and trees. Montana wilderness and Skye are so similar. Best!

[@loulaevert-smith1728]

Hello U 2!!!! Bumper looking good Willy!! Good job!!! Sarah? You have done a tremendous job with the new containers. Tnx for the info on the castle....

[@lisaholt3627]

That bull was massive!! So handsome. Land Rover has a new smile, looks great. So sad, the stories of the castle. Sarah, I have the same lids for my canning jars, that I store herbs and spices. Really like them. Blessings to you both.

[@golfingmags5]

Hi Both, that was super. Your spice drawer is fab and what a wonderful idea to Google re lids for glass containers, and labels great. You are a star as is Willie with his Land Rover renovations. Jack, as always, adorable. Thank you both you make our Sundays.🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@eloisebates7827]

I just googled "lids for La Fermiere yogurt pots," - - Thank you for the suggestion! They're too pretty to throw out, now they'll be repurposed. 😊

[@yannickd.5733]

Wow! Thank you for sharing such a beautiful video. Filming with the drone also bring so much more to the videos. It shows us all the beauty you are seeing. I have to admit that I got a little dizzy with the cliff views, especially watching Jack running the trail. 😮 He is fearless !! Well done!

[@graciellastokes7979]

Always love seeing Jack’s sweet snout but I must admit I have a fondness for the bull cameo! Oh, and I enjoy following your adventures, Sarah and Willie👍🏻👍🏻

[@martinhall9074]

Stayed at a Duntulm coastguard cottages twice just over the way from the castle. Awesome place. Loved the Withnail quote. One of my fave films. "Don't threaten me with a dead fish" 🤣🤣

[@markp7745]

Thanks for the castle video. We tried but failed to get there earlier this year, parking full. We did park further along the coast and intended to walk back to the castle. However whilst walking around the Hunish peninsula it absolutely hammered down with real Skye style rain! We were absolutely soaked so gave up on the castle and went back to our campervan to dry out. Sarah, what an amazing find are those Gu pot lids......genius, we've got loads of pots, will be ordering some lids very soon. Thanks both for another great vlog.

[@heatherw9084]

Amazing drone shots, really captures the beautiful scenery. Love castles too. Used to hang out at Knockhall castle in Newburgh when I was a kid, it too was haunted.😮 Have a great week!❤

[@leefuller211]

And that's it! It's taken me a week to discover and watch all 46 episodes of this wonderful channel. (All whilst at 'work'). The pleasures of working from home. Thank you for sharing your adventure with us. Richard is a dude and Jack is well, Jack.

[@livingtheskyelife]

Haha amazing effort!! 😅

[@dermotleeson1348]

-12c in Scotland this week that's a breeze up the kiber, but that's living the skye life😂

[@eamac2459]

I've been to Duntulm Castle twice and both times enjoyed a peaceful hour or so admiring the views.

[@pjcat3522]

Snap Sarah, I've the same book. Great herb/spice organising too. Willie great job on Landy. Jack just the perfect dog.Skye you are awesome and looking forward to another trip next weekend.

[@dthomp06]

Drove right by that castle last summer. Didn’t notice it. Must have been because it was pelting down. Good job on the Land Rover.

[@alisefranklin8490]

In the ending….Willies sweater matches your painting… right behind him!

[@francesquinn8091]

Skye Life,a cup of tea and choccy biccies-the perfect Sunday evening!

[@discovering_scotland]

Enjoyed that! Good tip when living in a rural area, keep a small plastic tub of dog kibble in the car, if you encounter a stubborn bull or sheep you can shake the tub and they will often think it's the farmer feeding time and move towards the noise, plus jack can use the treats when out and about

[@livingtheskyelife]

Great tip!

[@ShiftingSands57]

Ha ha Willie’s wearing a red jumper as well while moving the bull!

[@allicameron436]

your idea for the spice jars is genius

[@JeanStAubin-nl9uo]

Looks like an entire new Land Rover Willie!

[@arkonite]

Happy Sunday everyone 😊 Yolanda is coming on well Willie. Sarah, great job on reorganizing your condiments, nothing more satisfying. I love my label printer too, although right now i have put it away somewhere and I can’t find it now 😂😂😂

[@annjarvis9300]

Awww grand you took us to the castle we would never be able to get to these wonderful views n forests without your vlogs we are both disable with different problems thank you bothyo are a godsend tc now the oldies 🤗🤗👍🌟🌟🌟

[@colinsamson2240]

I love all of your videos. I’m especially impressed with Willie this week, scaring off a bull whilst wearing a red jacket! You’re certainly a Fifer! Willie the Fife Matador!

[@sallyannc3176]

Just as well bulls don't actually see in colour (wee myth about red)! ;)

[@JackthornLife]

Now your officially a Landy owner, you should go and camp at the Billing Landrover weekend to see all the Gucci bits you will need to add to it. It would make great content and give you lots of inspiration for what you could end up with.

[@ruthrobathan77]

You two are far braver than ! I chickened out on going into Duntelm Castle, so it was lovely to see the inside. Any hope of you filming going up the Quirang from the Staffin side? It's stunning (even though I ended up in a ditch& had to be pulled out...). Also, maybe try the walk from Duntelm to Rubna Hunish? Not sure that it's Jack-friendly, though... apparently some of it is a bit of a scramble..

[@burningblysse]

You two are truly the biggest dorks. :) I love your channel, even (especially?) when you get all cringey, like with Willie's operatic ending. Hahaha! Thanks for the laughs!

[@patriceogrady9763]

Loved the tour and history surrounding the ruins! What a treat!

[@59tante]

This is the highlight of my Sunday

[@SarahHovley]

I love the mix of content!!! Beautiful site seeing and history along with projects! ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@lemfam4693]

I just love you guys. I am always smiling watching your adventures and Jack's antics. Thank you so much for sharing your lives with all of us.

[@marianneeckertjensen4723]

What a wonderful hike!

[@anthonyharris7780]

Just settling down for my Sunday evening fix of Skye life😊

[@guadalupeknippen528]

Great job repairing your bumper 🎉👏 .The Castle is fantastic especially when you tell some of the folklore and tails. I must say that your videos are my favorites to watch. 🐕🇺🇲

[@guyrose2239]

Nice 1 guys....another Sunday treat....hope you are not suffering with the bitter cold we have just has down here in Gloucestershire🤗

[@robincunningham529]

just discovered your channel, currently binge watching!

[@helenwasher2125]

I so look forward to your videos. And I find myself smiling ear to ear the whole time I’m watching them. Thank you!

[@andreacrashe9894]

*Sarah, Willie & Jack Spaniel, another great video... oh and the new bumper looks great.. job well done. 🙂.*

[@glynnisross7974]

Landy starting to look really good and the castle was awesome in such a beautiful spot. Until next time.

[@Susanpattinson8733]

Jock the bull hillarous and willie waring red 😂great video enjoyed guys ❤from sue and willie Cumbria

[@alisonwonderland4438]

Cool castle! My great-grandmother was called Margaret McLeod, but thankfully, she was from a different era and had both eyes 😅 thanks for another great video ❤

[@sallyannc3176]

Sooooo many Margaret McLeods in Scotland even now!

[@justmeted1969]

Bold to wear the red sweater while baiting the bull. Nice work on the Landy. Over here we call those tools breaker bars.

[@bonnerdebbie]

Thanks for a wonderful video full of breath taking scenery. Loved the trip to the castle ruins, the new Landy bumper, the spice jar ideas and the cuteness of Jack. Take care, see you next week!

[@PJ-fd6is]

Sara, you may want to consider drilling a few small holes in the 'not so good container' tops. Add some non clumping cat litter and place the containers around you kitchen cabinets and other places in your home. This 'tip' works great in humid areas.

[@lakesrhino1]

One of the best surprises when we were in Skye earlier this year was when we discovered Duntulm Castle and the views across to the Outer Hebrides. Magical. Think that maid was put in a boat with no oars and cast out to sea to die! They didn't mess about then.

[@ClairesCraftyCorner]

you can get lids for GU ? I loved everything about this vlog - the car looks fantastic - huge hugs to Jack :) lids for GU ? I am gonna need 17,652 lids haaaaaa cos nobody can throw those away

[@lynjones2461]

Hi Sarah loved the glass spice pots and the labels looked great could you put the lids in cup hooks inside the cupboard door I've seen it done several times on KZbin videos xx love your videos so much you and Willy have such a good vibe and Jack Spaniels is absolutely adorable xx

[@alancobbin]

Jock made me laugh lol,The New Herbs & Spices draw definitely gets my approval,Land Rover Now looking good Willie,another great video guys 👍😉💪

[@paulinemcfarlan-ug5pd]

❤the idea of gu pots, it has now given me an idea. Like the gu pot kids, well done Sarah

[@maryearll2135]

thank you for another fun adventure on 'Skye. 😂 As usual, thoroughly enjoyed. Hugs and ear scratches for Jack~

[@karenbradley8851]

I'm with you Sarah on the castle exploring. Great job on the herbs.

[@barbaracartwright2737]

Laughed at the " questionable mustard powder" have you tried using it on roast potatoes? I part boil my potatoes, then drizzle a little olive oil over the drained potatoes sprinkle a good bit of mustard( acouple of good teaspoonfulls) over the potatoes, put the pan lid on and give them a good shake then roast as normal. The potatoes go a lovely golden brown and taste delicious- you can't taste the mustard! But lovely roasties!!!😊❤

[@helgavoorneveld1530]

Really miss all the bottle digging and stone ware repairs😢😢😢

[@dadrocksnc]

Sarah, you are not alone. Bought my wife a label maker…now she is out of control lol. She says it’s amazingly cathartic!!

[@CarolsCreativeCorner]

Isle of Skye is beautiful

[@mandypritchard8278]

I absolutely love watching your vlogs, Scotland is stunning, and you two are so entertaining, love Jack Spaniel 😍

[@rita1259-y5c]

Such beautiful and useful content! Thank you!

[@lynndixonsilva9961]

Brand new bumper looks fantastic! Thanks for sharing your trip to the Duntulm Castle ~ what a beautiful day & beautiful scenery!

[@bgbaltuth]

Its great to see your beanie back . The castle is really cool and beautiful. Thank you for taking us along.

[@livingtheskyelife]

The beanie is very much required right now! 🥶

[@chucks_88]

Such an amazing view at that castle and of Sky in general. I never get tired of such an amazing view, We just see that view here in Ohio. lol And that bumper came out really well Willie.

[@faithvansanden82]

Another great video and the castle was amazing I can imagine it being eary x

[@UrbanGrrl69]

An amazing castle with stunning views even if the history is gory. I saw that Pringles lids fit on the GU pots too. Just a thought if you eat crisps! Landy is looking great.

[@Sd-cl6of]

Excellent job, guys. Sky Rover and the Kitchen!.

[@barnettube]

We live in an old cottage that gets damp at times. Bought a pack of mini hygrometers off Amazon and put one in each room. Fascinating to see how humidity varies so much. And how it’s actually not that bad. Dehumidifier is useful from time-to-time too.

[@livingtheskyelife]

Yes we have dehumidifier for the really wet days (and indoor laundry season…which is most seasons here 😅)

[@sjb1058]

the "special effects" for the spooky castle are hilarious! well done decoying Jock the bull--brilliant conception and execution! castle quite beautiful and the surroundings are spectacular. cheers till next time!

[@cairisV]

I see that you were prompted to visit Duntulm Castle from reading the book by Otta Swire. You may know this but Otta Swire’s granddaughter, Flora, was killed in the Lockerbie plane terrorist attack and is buried in the small cemetery at St. John’s chapel just south of Dunvegan. It is a small but beautifully atmospheric place and well worth a visit.

[@jonap5740]

How sad. That was a terrible incident. Glad she is somewhere beautiful.

[@jananderson876]

Moving the bull reminded me of a belter dance during a dig…….too funny!

[@egravett]

Willie you have done it again….another Mick Aston jumper 😂 keep them coming. The castle looked creepy and fun to explore 😊 and loved Jack’s waggy tail ❤

[@SuperNickbb]

Watching all your brilliant videos, and this is where I'm up to. I'm currently refurbishing our rusty metal railings. It's so satisfying 🤭. Great tip on the Gu lids too Sarah.

[@suedale1865]

Great drone shots of the castle Well done Willie on the new bumper 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 Thank you Sarah for the spice containers will have to start collecting AGAIN as cleared mine out & gone to charity shop

[@howardwest1347]

Such a beautiful place to live and thank you for showing it to us. The LANDY looks really o good. Great job. Donna Northern Michigan

[@thomascook6364]

The prettiest geek I’ve ever seen!!!!Thanks guys xxx

[@suebrown2238]

Great idea 😀 and yes got lots of those pots too 😂😂xx

[@alwaysaheart1645]

Another tip for your salt and pepper is too put a few grains of rice in with them as they absorb the moisture. You can also put them in the salt and pepper grinders to0 x