Kilwinning is an ancient town standing on the River Garnock in North Ayrshire, Scotland, 3 miles north of Irvine. The settlement is said to have grown around a church founded by Saint Winin during the 8th century, the prefix ‘Kil’ from Gaelic means church. On the site of the old church, the Tyronensian Abbey c1150 built for monks from Kelso, Kilwinning became an important religious centre. The Abbey was destroyed during the Reformation; the remains of the 13th century south gable are still impressive. The Abbey Tower was re-built in1851 replacing an earlier tower destroyed by lightening; in the tower is the Heritage Museum. Scottish freemasons date from the time of the abbey, skilled European craftsmen working on religious establishments formed the first Masonic lodge or mother lodge of Scotland in Kilwinning. Kilwinning was famous for archery contests, documented since 1488, with the Popinjay Festival. Kilwinning is a town with many architecturally interesting features combined with many modern shops, main chain-stores and amenities. In the town centre stands the Abbey and tower. Attractions include Eglinton Country Park, with the ruins of Eglinton Castle built in 1797, the Eglinton Tournament was held here from 1839 with jousting and swordplay. Helicopter flights and aerial tours operate from Kilwinning
Attraction
Dentist
Abbeyview Dental Surgery
Kilwinning Dental Surgery
Doctor
Estate Agent
Health and Fitness Club
Focus Health and Fitness Suite
Holiday Park
Viewfield Manor Holiday Village
Pub and Bar
Abbey Tavern
Buss Tavern
Country Club
Tower Inn
Victoria Bar
Restaurant
Montgreenan Mansion House Hotel
School
Abbey Primary School
Blacklands Primary School
St Luke’s Primary School
Solicitor
Taxi
Abbey Taxi Service
Bruces Taxis
Mclelland's Taxi Service
Ronnies Taxis & Mini Buses
Station taxis kilwining
Venue
Vet
Shops
Blooms N Buds
Sunnyside Nursery
Bankhead Landscape Centre
Precious Pets
Munro Pharmacy
The Wee Cobblers
Places to Stay near Kilwinning
Nethermains Lodge (0.98 miles)
In a peaceful yet convenient location, this 19th century farmhouse is close to the A78 and approximately 15 minutes from Prestwick Airport and 40 minutes from Glasgow International Airport. Local train stations ... More
Ardeer Farm Steading (1.58 miles)
Ardeer Steading is a 4 star converted luxury farm steading set on the edge of a 100 acre working farm. In a rural setting It is accessible from the main ... More
Braidmead House (3.04 miles)
Completely renovated and restored and extended over a four year period, braidmead house opened ... More | visit website
Harbourside Hotel (3.25 miles)
Close to Irvine’s sandy beach, the railway station and the shops, this family-run bed and breakfast is just 10 minutes from Glasgow Prestwick Airport and offers a free shuttle service. When staying a minimum of 2 ... More | visit website
Irvine Lodge (3.25 miles)
The Irvine lodge is a centrally based guest house in the heart of the town of Irvine. We offer modern living accommodation and all our rooms are en-suite. Set in the middle ... More
Marina Inn (3.28 miles)
The Marina Inn is situated in Irvine's cosmopolitan Harbourside district. Our low cost accommodation is comfortable, all rooms having en suite, colour TV and tea & coffee making facilities. Some rooms ... More
St Andrews Guest House (3.32 miles)
This cosy guest house is conveniently situated just 300 metres from Irvine town centre, close to bars, restaurants and the town’s popular shopping centre.
St Andrews Guest House was renovated in 2007 ... More
Marina Inn (3.37 miles)
Lauriston Hotel (3.95 miles)
Kidron House Hotel (4.81 miles)
Ideal if you are looking for a Prestwick Airport Hotel or Guesthouse, Kidron situated a few miles away, is an ideal base to start your holiday in the west coast ... More
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