Midlothian Folk Tales for Children

Midlothian Folk Tales for Children gathers 16 stories rooted in the landscapes and traditions of the Lothians. Tim Porteus ranges from the Moorfoot Hills to the coast at Portobello, linking each tale to a particular place and its local lore.

The collection includes magical and historical stories, animal tales and accounts of mythical creatures. Among its subjects are a misunderstood creature hidden in Leith, a sleeping lady beneath Roslin Castle, a headless coachman travelling on a stormy night and an ogre said to have stalked the Pentland Hills. Written for children aged 7 to 11, these retellings connect storytelling with the history and identity of the places they describe.