Stobo Castle resort slammed for 'wilful racism' for mantlepiece figurines depicting 'black slaves carrying cotton'

Owners of Stobo Castle apologised and removed what they say are 'tea plantation' ornaments.

Nov 2, 2020

A top Scots resort has been slammed online for ‘wilful ignorance and racism ’ over a pair of black figurines in its reception hall.

Guests say they alerted Stobo Castle Health Spa to what they believe are ornaments depicting two cotton picking slaves on the mantelpiece but were initially ignored.

Owners of the plush Peebles venue have since apologised for any offence but said the ornaments are 'open to interpretation and could be of willing tea plantation workers.

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