In 1613, the town of Kirkcaldy in Fife, Scotland, became entangled in the witch trials that were sweeping through the country. Agnes Anstruther, a resident of this coastal town, found herself at the centre of a legal case that year, one characterized by accusations of witchcraft—a charge not uncommon in this fraught historical period. Agnes's ordeal is documented in the records under the case name "Anstruther, Agnes," marked as case C/EGD/2470. Unfortunately, specifics regarding the accusations or proceedings of the case are sparse, as further investigation into Larner's reference or a printed secondary source was not conducted by the researchers responsible for compiling this record.
Despite the lack of detailed personal allegations or testimonies, Agnes's case forms a part of the broader tapestry of the Scottish witch trials, which were marked by social and religious tensions. In early modern Scotland, accusations such as those faced by Agnes could stem from a variety of grievances—sometimes personal, sometimes communal. These trials often explored elements beyond mere legal concerns, reflecting the era's anxieties and the extent to which witchcraft was feared in local communities. While we lack information on the outcome of Agnes's case, her inclusion in the annals of Kirkcaldy’s local history serves as a testament to the many individuals who faced similar accusations during this tumultuous period in Scottish history.