The Legend of Sawney Bean, and his cannibal cave

The story of Sawney Bean and his cannibal clan, said to have robbed and eaten over a thousand victims - featuring the one and only Craigie Boy.
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.
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[@barbridingsTheResinator]

Oh my gosh, I am laughing so hard!! Great story telling. I love your comment "How do you start that conversation?" on eating your victim. Awesome to see Cragie Boy !!

[@creamsodayoda]

Good brother is a farrier " the hoof gp" and I've never heard someone be so passionate and narrate that kind of thing so well. So, it runs in the family.

[@Hailstonepie]

Love your story telling skills and happy you found a lesser spotted Craig to help you along.

[@phoenixrising3219]

Sent by Graham the hoof gp. Amazing story! I love stuff like this. I can definitely see this family sampling the finest Scott's it could capture and with the sea right there. So easy to get rid of a lot of the bit and pieces. I am a true crime buff. Every culture has their villains right?

[@RICDirector]

Graeme. It's a Scots thing. Lol!

[@drtempie2903]

Was going to say who else here cause HGP told us too

[@scotlandunplugged]

We definitely have a good few!

[@phoenixrising3219]

@Scotland Unplugged it was the storyline line behind this episode that drew me in, really.

[@phoenixrising3219]

@onafixedincome thanks for the correction with the spelling of his name. I never paid much attention! As someone whose name is all too often butchered in spelling as well as pronunciation, I appreciate it

[@annvanwesten2488]

Loved the story!! You have a great channel! Hi to Cragie Boy!

[@rachelwebb2330]

EXCELLENT!!! another goody!!! LOVE YR CHANNEL!!!! more more more more more!!!

[@Jyn58]

That was very interesting. My great-grandparents came to America from Scotland, Ireland, and Wales. And doing our family history, I enjoy learning about the history of these these parts of the world. I'm so happy, Graeme told us of your page.

[@ElizabethMcDermott-cy4cv]

We're from ayeshire. Nice to see what it looks like and hear a creepy story. Glad we escaped the caves. 😂

[@nenaelliott8058]

Wow Robert, that is a horribly terrifying tale. I love your stories, this one included... But how gruesome. I thought things like this only happened here in America... Just kidding😂.🤣🙃.

[@zuzuspetals9281]

And where do you think our people originated, wee one?

[@nenaelliott8058]

@@zuzuspetals9281 it's been many a year since I studied history in high school but I think I remember hearing that Christopher Columbus was from Spain. . Then there was that whole debacle when a bunch of people came from England to find freedom of religion.... And killed nearly all the native people already living in the country. Is that what you meant???

[@magnolia2641]

Sent over by Graham and I'm so glad I came over. Great story telling. New subscriber 😊

[@annaleeodendaal3893]

Same here, lol.😂

[@Anne-pk1qj]

Awesome scenery, interesting story and nice to see you with family! Craig seems quite the explorer. Love your videos!

[@sheilan6235]

Love this! It’s nice to see Craig too. I found your video because of Graeme, he said it was good but to not tell you that he said so. Anyway, it’s a great story and you made me laugh, thank you!

[@lillybell6024]

I'm so happy that the Hoof GP mentioned your channel. Some how my subscription to your channel was cancelled? I've been trying to find you for a year. Great video. Gotta go and catch up on all your videos 😊

[@scotlandunplugged]

Thank you. Someone else mentioned their subscription being cancelled as well. Might be me not posting enough in the past 😅

[@RICDirector]

Graeme sent me, and im glad he did. Excellent storytelling, good video, worth the watch!

[@kathleenharvey5538]

Loved the celebrity appearance by Craigie Boy! And the history lesson.

[@pattiesidlick4658]

Saw the intro and said Cragie Boy! I have heard about that tale from some where else but to see where it happened was interesting.

[@loriw2661]

Wow! You sound almost exactly like Graham (go figure 😂). I’m glad he sent me here. Very interesting story and you told it so well!🐄😊 (Hi Craigie-boy!)

[@stephenoran2019]

Good one! Great to see Cragie Boy, too! Great story and great presentation!

[@christygj]

I'm really loving your channel, your style of story telling, and learning bits of Scottish history!

[@joanne85201]

really interesting, Thanks

[@kayhansen1674]

That is an awesome story. Surely not normal history. Love it.

[@danaridings6387]

New to the channel and sent by the hoof gp! Love it! Can’t wait to watch more.

[@flastname560]

Great story The Hoof GP sent me. Awsome filming. Thank you Winnipeg Manitoba Canada 🇨🇦

[@ROBERTJOHNSON020]

This was an incredibly well made video! It was funny, informative, concise. Keep up the good work.

[@christophermeaney9873]

Why is England so much better than Scotland?

[@alicegamble6145]

Great story. I love listening to you tell these stories. Great to see Craig pop in .

[@firemedic5777]

The hoof gp sent me 😊

[@Kytheraen]

Had no idea you were Hoof GP's brother! Can totally see it now. You both are excellent and captivating storytellers. Hi Craigie Boy! :D

[@scotlandunplugged]

A writer friend of mine once tried to get me to watch Graeme’s channel. She asked if I’d heard of him and I told her he’d once knocked out on me if my front teeth. (He was 2, I was 6 😂)

[@sharonm3677]

Okay, folklore or not, that was a scary story! I loved it, even though I’m going to make my dog sleep on my bed tonight to keep watch! Lol. Love you all and I absolutely love the stories and the beautiful landscape of Scotland, it’s very mystical.

[@impunitythebagpuss]

And I'm locking the cats out of the room! Hahahahaha!

[@floofypurplefluff9924]

“Tonight darling, I’d like to try something a bit different.” Not only how do you start that conversation with someone calm and, well, normal. How do you start that conversation with your wife who’s side-hustle is seriously pursuing a Masters in becoming a fully accredited, broom-riding, black cat petting, caldron stirring, warty-nose scratching, Uno Reverse card-carrying, WITCH?!?!

[@stephaniehallman9749]

Cottage industry! Too funny. Another great story, thanks!

[@AshtonCoolman]

I went from watching a hoof trimming to this. Looks like you have great content. You earned a sub from Texas!

[@reasonjo]

Another Hoof GP-er to add to the crowd. I'll also add to the chorus saying that you sound alike. Great story. I'll believe it because the WTF factor is off the charts. And the executions are the goriest I think I've heard!

[@kimfleury]

Based on the lack of documentation from the time it allegedly took place, my take is that it's a 1700s modern folktale. But I totally buy the bit about fava beans.

[@drewgman8444]

A lot of people don't know this is where Wes craven got his story and inspiration for hills have eyes

[@Walkerbait670]

Thanks to your brother, i saw this! I look forward to seeing more of your vids now 😁

[@NCastle22]

The Hoof GP was right, this was a great video. I subscribed 🎉

[@Iris_Germany]

Hi, I came from Graeme’s channel . Greetings from Germany 😊

[@lindaarmstrongjackman9788]

Another great tale and its telling 😁❤️👍👍

[@SuperKristinG]

I loved this video. You told the story so well that I was eating while watching and promptly lost my appetite. So thanks for that. 😅 I enjoyed the story and the cameo by Craig. Keep the videos coming!

[@scotlandunplugged]

Sorry! 😂

[@nadinedeeren9861]

Dinner and a.... show, pickled humans, a history lesson and Craig slipping into a tidal pool after saving you from cliff diving. What more could this old woman ask for? Thank you modern day Bard.

[@salchipapa5843]

I too come at the recommendation of your brother. Great video; subbed instantly. Best of luck with everything.

[@scotlandunplugged]

Thank you!

[@davidbenner2289]

The Hoof GP sends me. I'm told "ladyfingers" were first invented in the cave?

[@davidbenner2289]

Always the rascal, it is said I have the heart of a little boy. It is true. I keep it in a pickle jar in my bedroom closet.

[@robertmiles1603]

*the beans are found out* Villager: "Oh boy, I can't wait to tell the king!!!" The king: "Hmm, I wonder hwutt's for DINNER..."

[@irenea2006]

The Hoof GP sent me here. Interesting story. Loved seeing the scenery. Subscribed.

[@jamestaylor954]

I am here because of your brother lol

[@sjfanning7711]

Hoof GP gave you a shout out! We’ll be stopping by in droves! Love your accent and the story. Got my laughs for the day! From Missouri, USA

[@rebeccakeith990]

Sent by Graeme. Love anything gory and especially Scotish! Two handsome Parkers! Ya'll look and sound just the same. So glad I found you!

[@Dragon.Thistle.112]

Came for the history, stayed for the storytelling style! Finally someone telling the story of Sawney Bean! Sent to you, Bob, by way of HoofGP!

[@caroledavis9122]

Very interesting.. beautiful scenery and great narrating.. (from Australia) 😊

[@SMDoktorPepper]

Would be interesting to get an archeological survey on the cave, but the story is the inspiration behind a LOT of modern horror movies, especially The Hills Have Eyes

[@julietfischer5056]

Lots of fiction about lost races and tribes was written in the late 19th and early 20th Centuries. And stories about bandits and criminals before and after that. Not to mention the United States version, with murderous rednecks or other rural people. What role the Bean story played in any of them may never be known.

[@HMichele89]

Thanks to your brother The Hoof GP, I found I very captivating content videos! ❤️ from Pennsylvania, PA.

[@MC-qb1jg]

Great documentary. I'm of Irish descent, and this story tops them all.

[@annettecusher-jq5wt]

The Hoof GP recommended you in one of his past videos. I subscribed and enjoy your story telling. Thanks for the smiles from Arkansas, US.

[@nanapage473]

Craigie Boy! Love all you guys and your channels.

[@hilarypower6217]

My sub seems to have disappeared like others. Glad Graeme reminded me about his storytelling brother. Far more interesting than cows' feet 😂 But seriously, i love all three of you (take a look at James' channel folks). Keep on telling those stories (and a shout out to Craigie boy too - another great channel).

[@scotlandunplugged]

Thank you. Not sure what would have happened there. I was AWOL for a while 🙂

[@derekpalm9919]

Definitely plausible

[@lechatbotte.]

Craig boy # craigyboy lol I love this tale being told by a Scotsman that accent is so intriguing and captivating

[@nancyhatcher1766]

This is awesome! Funny, disgusting, Craigie boy! One of your best stories! Thanks!

[@bobbibuttons8730]

I first heard of saw new bean when I was a hound las and was seriously into all things gory. I’m now an old wummin but still into all things gory. Talking of what, naive to see the rare Cragie boy. Indeed a native of the Shire. It’s also brilliant to hear another of the Parker Bros. They even sound alike and fingers crossed that your channel is as successful a your brothers. ❤️

[@impunitythebagpuss]

Hear,hear!

[@janetseidlitz5976]

You are a very good story teller. Well done.

[@scotlandunplugged]

Thank you!

[@gamblicious1]

Hoof GP sent me 😊✌️

[@savagesquad4013]

This is amazing! The HOOF GP (yup your brother posted your link and glad he did!

[@jodifinnegan4453]

Yikes! Gruesome family 😖 Every video that you put out becomes my new favorite 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@mrkared]

Great storytelling, great KZbin production, and great content. Subscribed!

[@dlo5808]

Sent by The Hoof GP, great story, excellent story telling!

[@scottkendall5655]

Just got here from you're brother's HoofGP channel. He mentioned this video specifically. Very Interesting legend, enjoyed the presentation. New subscriber now. Cheers from Texas.

[@barbaradeselle4287]

Hi there. New to your channel. Your brother, Hoof GP, sent me. I’ll be watching from Arizona, USA.

[@karinbergman1646]

Pretty scary! Your brother referred you in one of his videos. Hmmmmm, cow hooves and cannibals! Quite a combination! Anyway, very interesting, though icky!🌷

[@immoosiesmom]

Ho there, Craigy Boy! Nice to help your BIL! I’m going with the racially motivated propaganda. So classic and classic says major drama! Thanks for the vid. ❤

[@herstoryswitness]

Daniel DeFoe did seem to enjoy writing about the sensational, as in the Plague Year. Many Scots and Irish people still have an uneasy truce with the English, even members of their own family. Old tensions die hard. Interesting story...Who can say if it is true? Maybe there sre human bones in the caves.😮

[@mjdossett7343]

Robert, do you ever have problems with midges? I've heard they can be quite the insistent pest when outside in Scotland!

[@uberlpn]

I should have been born in Scotland, the ancestry is just not enough sometime, loving this channel thanks for the stories!!

[@LauraE.9897]

The Bean family should have stuck to eating, well...beans. Probably alot healthier than human entrails, & better tasting! 😝

[@ninamonico1312]

Wow! Loved the story. It’s so gory , but true.

[@drewlovs]

Well done! This was VERY well narrated, edited and filmed. You should do more! Hehe….

[@Grandmama-Rainey]

Great story! Be nice to Craigie Boy. I'd miss his KZbin channel! 😂💜

[@jeffreysokal7264]

Story isn't very plausible but the view of the coastline is wonderful, so, all told, thumbs up.

[@lisanetgark415]

Dang!!! You sound just like your brother!!! He told me to subscribe to your channel so here I am! I am ready to listen!

[@nickize3146]

I love the restless native! He's popular on KZbin! 😂

[@ramonadixon1291]

Insane story!! I know we've got to have crazies like that here in the states also.... Great job!!!

[@julietfischer5056]

Ed Gein didn't live in a cave, but he did nibble on a few corpses. Jeremiah 'Liver Eating' Johnson.

[@ElizabethMcDermott-cy4cv]

I can't help wondering if they really did it. Small town madness often lynches people for doing what they were. Plot twist. The whole town was cannibal so they were hiding in a cave? 😂

[@ashlieghteixeira9034]

"They were obviously very closely related."🤣 Nice way to beat around the incest topic.

[@laurapomeroy7341]

It is true, i have seen documentary on the cave. Archeological human remains deep within the cave have been found.

[@marykay8587]

The hoof GP brought me here.....I love learning about other nations history. they have so much more than Canada as Canada is fairly new 🤷

[@flournoymason8961]

There's a large cave in South Georgia USA that has the charred gnawed remains of humans who were killed and eaten. The victims and the eaters were Native American now long gone.

[@noreenclark2568]

I got a good laugh at this tale from your expressions i heard Sawny Bean was fiction.

[@teriweller5967]

Hoof GP suggest your viedo. I'm sure it's great. I also hit subscribe.

[@mrstan3997]

Hello, Graeme sent me over to check out this video. And I subscribed too. Look forward to viewing the other videos you post. Best regards

[@aaronsaunders6974]

really strange you brought lecter up. i just got done watching that scene, learning about the real person who inspired the character 🙀

[@williammcilwraith9304]

I was brought up in Girvan. Heard the story but never visited the caves.

[@catherinespencer-mills1928]

Sort of envious of all the grandchildren, incestuous or not. Great shots of the sea and cliffs. Interesting legend.

[@veldasnyder2144]

Your Brother said to come watch this video so I did. I enjoyed it. also Subscribed 💯👍

[@jacquiemcgiffin3718]

learned about this channel from the "hoof gp" ( which I dearly love watching !) Now, I have a new favorite to catch up on !!!

[@juniorcj82]

Why would Craigie Boy be restless? At least he's not covered in cow 💩. 😂

[@denisepalmer7624]

Your brother sent me over to your channel for this Story! Thanks, quit interesting and terrible.

[@mercury8180]

That is not the cave. It is know as the tourists cave. The real one goes much further back and can only be accessed at low tide.

[@K_A421]

OMG! Awesome job of telling this story!!! A bit of a nail biter I say! lol 😆 😳😱 Say Hello to Craigie boy from this Kraigie boy! 👍🏼🙌🏼

[@markthegriffin]

This dude is literally just reading the Sawney Bean Wikipedia page 💀

[@realmccoy69]

could have sworn that was hoof doc's voice at very start , that's who sent me ,subscribed, Scotland has very rich history, most I don't know so great channel ,needed

[@efsmith71]

New subscriber from Texas came over from the Hoof GP Channel great video keep up the great work.

[@elizabethmcglothlin5406]

Uh, court documents were pretty good for things older than this...

[@chasecain3567]

You Mob seem like an Awsome Family 🐺❤️