Natural landmarks · Scottish Lowlands
Alloway Auld Kirk
In or near Coylton.
Alloway Auld Kirk — a other in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
Raibeart MacAoidh — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Ayr · 3.5 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
Alloway Auld Kirk is a other located in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Place summary
Alloway Auld Kirk is a historic church located in the Scottish Lowlands. It is notable for its association with poet Robert Burns, who references it in his work. The kirk is a ruin, reflecting its 18th-century origins.
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- Coordinates
- 55.4279, -4.6375
- District
- South Ayrshire
- Postcode
- KA7 4PQ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock
- Nearest railway station
- Ayr — 3.5 km
Sources
- osm: way/214334142 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Alloway Auld Kirk?
- Alloway Auld Kirk is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode KA7 4PQ).
- What is Alloway Auld Kirk?
- Alloway Auld Kirk — a other in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Alloway Auld Kirk?
- The nearest railway station is Ayr, about 3.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode KA7 4PQ.
- Is Alloway Auld Kirk free to visit?
- Yes, Alloway Auld Kirk is free to enter.
- How do I get to Alloway Auld Kirk?
- The nearest railway station is Ayr, about 3.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode KA7 4PQ.