The REAL story of the Loch Ness Monster

The Loch Ness monster, or Nessie, is a Scottish tourism phenomenon. Loch Ness, and Urquhart Castle are must see points on any Scottish trip, and the legend of the beast of Loch Ness leaves an enduring mystery.

But what's the real story of the Loch Ness monster? Where did the story of Nessie begin? When was the first sighting of the monster?

And why did 5 men set out to fool the press with a now infamous photo?

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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Filmed on Apple iPhone 11

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[grahamhill]

An excellent piece, I really enjoyed that! And the kids are natural actors! 😂

[wendywhite]

Beautiful place. I love the idea of a lake monster. It is a way to explain things. I like to think Nessie is out there somewhere

[DeRose]

I laughed so hard when you introduced us to these strange creatures known as children. I really needed a laugh today. Thank you!

[Nrscathy]

Thanks for this video! My fave. I have loved Nessie since a child hearing about it for the first time. I'm 63 now, and still love the mystery surrounding Loch Ness!❤

[sharonm]

I just love the stories of Loch Ness! Great video and of course beautiful scenery! The kiddo’s must have had a fun day as well. ❤

[sherryvogwill]

Why do we all Love Lock Ness..
Because it's awesome. Only made it there once. But still Loved it😍

[dscott]

Now this is a bit of Scottish lore that I have some 1st hand information about ... when my wife and I visited the area, we went to Urq. Castle (beautiful ruins) and hopped a speedy boat to take us down some of the length of the Loch. Having seen a good number of ducks ambling about as we boarded that boat, I theorized that they were probably followers of the Great One Who Dwells In The Deep - yes, the Loch Ness Monster! The only explanation was that the Monster is a great yellow duck, 10 meters high, and of probably the same image as the one in my bathtub. Or so I've been told. Greetings from Texas!

[alicegamble]

Amazing scenery. Its so beautiful there. Great to see the family out & enjoying a day out. Great video.

[midgetuley]

I just love your humor! And your children were right! Time to go monster hunting 😎 Nessie is wonderful lore, I hope she, it, they, stay forever! ❤

[Shpeofmyheart]

Your kiddos are beautiful. Love stories of Nessie. It's fantastic to think about. Excellent work!

[lindawall]

Love this video❤! I wasn't aware that the most famous photo of Nessy was proven to be a hoax. Thanks for that education. I LOVED the movie The water Horse! You tell this story well ❤!

[amwelty]

The kids were a great addition to your video, which I enjoyed vey much.

[Iris_Germany]

A nice story again, thank you!
Reminds me of the legend that Siegfried killed a dragon here in Germany in the „Siebengebirge“ at River Rhine near Bonn.
Love ❤ and greetings from a very rainy Rhineland 😊

[suellenspencer-ebnv]

Sooo love Scotland history. Handsome family. God bless you.

[nadinedeeren]

Your children are correct Monster hunting is required.
Well Scotland has snakes... no need for me to visit then.😂😂😂
"High risk PR strategy", 😂😂😂😂
Nessie is my favorite Scottish Legend, thank you.

[TheGweilo]

A dishonest insurance salesman…IM SHOCKED!

[stephenoran]

Another outstanding presentation! Very fun! Also great multitasking with the kiddos! Thanks!

[junesmith]

I love "outlander" ....fantastic video, scenery is beautiful and what a lovely wee family you have there ❤

[Miss_Toots]

This is some stunning research. Well done to you x

[ryanawilson]

Outlander is a decent show, actually. On it's last season currently.