85 reactions · 5 comments | The rowan tree holds a special place in Celtic folklore. Known as fid na ndruad, “The Wizard Tree”, it was believed to offer protection, warding off witches, and symbolising safely. Its clusters of bright red berries can be seen in the gardens throughout autumn. #sconepalace #folklore #autumn #scotland #gardens | Scone Palace | Facebook

🍂 The Sacred Rowan Tree ~Caorthann ~ Sorbus Aucuparia Our Irish Folklore tell us that it if one takes a branch of the Rowan & place it on your roof along with piece of timber, the roof will be safe from any storms for following twelve months ! For many a moon the Rowan was planted near to a house by our ancestors ~ we know it as the Tree of Life symbolising courage, wisdom & protection. Placed close to protect against evil spirits & misfortune. Irish Druids used the branches on funeral pyres as

3.9K reactions · 396 shares | A festive Kintore Pipe Band...

Kintore Pipe Band, with LED lights on their pipes and drums, entertaining crowds during the 2024 Kintore Christmas Lights Switch-on. The band played a series of tunes during the evening, including this one, The Rowan Tree into Bonnie Galloway. The celebration was held at Kintore Town Square by the Town House, and included a visit by Santa and the Christmas tree lights being switched on by two local children. The event was thanks to the work of the Kintore Fundraising team who made this possible.