South Ayrshire Council
Tourism & Economic
Development
Newton House
30 Green St. Lane
AYR KA8 8BH

Tel: 01292 612966
Fax: 01292 613062

In and Around Alloway

Burns National Heritage Park
Tel: (01292) 443700.

Burns Cottage and Museum
Burns Cottage, built by Robert Burns' father, is for many where the Burns story begins. Robert Burns was born here on January 25th 1759. The Museum is a treasure house of Burns memorabilia and contains a collection of manuscripts, books and artefacts. Open all year. Tel:(01292) 441215.

The Tam O'Shanter Experience
A product of the 1990's, this visitor centre comprises an excellent 'Taste of Burns Country' restaurant, an extensive gift shop and the Tam O'Shanter Audio Visual, a celebration of the poet's famous poem. Open all year.
Tel: (01292) 443700.

Alloway Auld Kirk
The setting for the enormously popular poem Tam O'Shanter. It was here Tam saw the witches and warlocks in devilish dance. The Kirkyard also contains the grave of William Burnes, the poet's father.

The Brig O'Doon
Spans the River Doon and was made famous as the setting for Tam O'Shanter's mare, Meg, losing her tail to witch Nannie.

Burns Monument and Gardens
1823 Grecian Monument dedicated to the poet. Attractive gardens by the River Doon. Open April - October.

Rozelle House and Estate
Well-kept gardens, woodland walks and sculpture park. 18th century mansion house with regalia of former district burghs on display with other items of historical interest. Tearoom.
Tel: (01292) 445447

Maclaurin Galleries
Continually changing programme of fine art exhibitions, situated in Rozelle.