Buildings & monuments in Ayrshire & Arran
The fascinating history of Ayrshire & Arran means there are a number of castles such as Dean Castle, historic houses like Dumfries House, wonderful monuments and even Neolithic standing stones.
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Bachelors' Club
Type
Type
Historic Buildings & Homes
Gradings
- 3 Visitor Attraction
Tarbolton
Telephone:
0844 493 2146In this 17th century thatched house, Robert Burns and friends formed a debating club in 1780.
Isle Of Arran Heritage Museum
Type
Type
Museums
Gradings
- 4 Visitor Attraction
Brodick
Telephone:
+44 (1770) 302636From an early Bronze age grave to a 5,000 year old head, discover the fascinating history of this stunning island at the Arran Heritage Museum.
Crossraguel Abbey
Type
Type
Churches, Cathedrals & Abbeys
Gradings
- 3 Historic Attraction
Ayrshire
Telephone:
+44 (1655) 883113Founded in the early 13th century by the Earl of Carrick, the remains Crossraguel Abbey sit just a few miles south of Ayr on Scotland’s west coast.
Palace Theatre
Type
Type
Theatre
Kilmarnock
Telephone:
+44 (1563) 578153Perfectly situated in the centre of Kilmarnock, the Palace Theatre is just a stones throw from a number of bars and restaurants.
Castlehill Park
Type
Type
Parks & Gardens
Ayr
Telephone:
+44 (1292) 612000With a countryside feel with extensive natural woodland areas, Castehill Estate is a small but popular park.
Arran Brewery
Type
Type
Food & Drink Attraction
Gradings
- 3 Visitor Attraction
Brodick
Telephone:
01770 302353The Isle of Arran Brewery and visitor centre is located on the easily accessible Isle of Arran on the south west of Scotland.
The Dick
Type
Type
Museums
Gradings
- 3 Museum
Kilmarnock
Telephone:
+44 (1563) 554343The Dick Institute, located in the Ayrshire burgh of Kilmornock, features large museum displays of local and industrial history, fine art and natural sciences.
Ayr Auld Kirk
Type
Type
Churches, Cathedrals & Abbeys
Ayr
Telephone:
+44 (1292) 612000Situated on the banks of the River Ayr, the Auld Kirk of Ayr dates back to the 17th century.
Largs
Type
Type
Historic Sites
Knockshinnoch Lagoons
Type
Type
Nature Centres & Reserves
New Cumnock
Telephone:
+44 (131) 3127765Transformed from an industrial site, Knockshinnoch Lagoons is now an ideal spot for nature lovers.
The North Ayrshire Heritage Centre
Type
Type
Museums
Saltcoats
Telephone:
+44 (1294) 464174The North Ayrshire Heritage Centre, formerly North Ayrshire Museum, is found in Saltcoats on the south west coast of Scotland.
The Burns House Museum
Type
Type
Museums
Mauchline
Telephone:
+44 (1290) 550045The Burns House Museum is a fresh combination of interactive and traditional exhibits representing a truly authentic Burns experience.
Mckechnie Institute
Type
Type
Exhibitions
Girvan
Telephone:
+44 (1292) 612000The McKechnie Institute, which opened in 1889, has a collection of memorabilia from Girvan and the surrounding Carrick area.
Dundonald Castle
Type
Type
Castles
Gradings
- 4 Visitor Attraction
Dundonald, Kilmarnock
Telephone:
+44 (1563) 851489Built in 1371, Dundonald Castle is a splendid example of a medieval tower house, with a fine barrel-vaulted ceiling in the lower hall.
Brodick Castle And Country Park
Type
Type
Castles
Gradings
- 4 Castle
Brodick
Telephone:
0844 493 2152No visit to Arran is complete without exploring Brodick Castle, Garden and Country Park - a perfect combination of heritage, nature and relaxation.
Scottish Maritime Museum
Type
Type
Museums
Gradings
- 3 Visitor Attraction
Irvine
Telephone:
+44 (1294) 278283Explore Scotland’s relationship with the sea at this fascinating seaside museum.
Fullarton Estate
Type
Type
Parks & Gardens
Troon
Telephone:
+44 (1292) 612000A peaceful retreat on the outskirts of Troon, Fullarton Estate offers space to get away from the hustle and bustle.
Culzean Castle And Country Park
Type
Type
Castles
Gradings
- 5 Visitor Attraction
South Ayrshire
Telephone:
0844 493 2149A remarkable vision of turrets and battlements, Culzean Castle is surrounded by surging seas, lush forests and secret gardens.
Darvel Music Company and Festival
Type
Type
Events Venue
The Doon Valley Museum
Type
Type
Museums
Dalmellington
Telephone:
+44 (1292) 550633The Doon Valley Museum is located in a conversion of one of the oldest buildings in the small market town of Dalmellington, dating from 1744.
