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Sawney Bean's Cave

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    July 15, 2020

    Sawney Bean’s Cave is a beautiful place associated with a dark myth. For hundreds of years, children have been told the tale of Sawney Bean and his murderous, cannibal family. According to folklore, Sawney Bean led a 48-member clan many hundreds of years ago. At night, they would leave the cave and bring individuals or small groups back where they would be dismembered and eaten.

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      Elevation 40 m

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      Location: Ballantrae, South Ayrshire, South Scotland, Scotland, United Kingdom

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