Memorials & monuments · Scottish Lowlands
Burns Monument, Kilmarnock
In or near Riccarton.
The Burns Monument in Kay Park, Kilmarnock, Scotland, commemorates the poet Robert Burns (1759–1796). It is located at an elevated position within Kay Park, to the east of Kilmarnock Town Centre. The
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Kilmarnock · 0.6 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit the Burns Monument in Kilmarnock, you can take a train to Kilmarnock station, which is 0.6 km away. The postcode for the monument is KA3 7RU. Entry is free.
About
The Burns Monument in Kay Park, Kilmarnock, Scotland, commemorates the poet Robert Burns (1759–1796). It is located at an elevated position within Kay Park, to the east of Kilmarnock Town Centre. The monument was opened in 1879, and is a category B listed building. In 2004, following years of neglect by the local council, fire destroyed most of the building. What was left of the monument was incorporated into the new Burns Monument Centre which opened in 2009. In 2010 the centre was shortlisted for the Carbuncle Cup award run by Building Design.
Photo gallery
Official information
The Dick Institute in Kilmarnock is a cultural venue that features the largest museum and gallery spaces in Ayrshire. Visitors can explore a variety of exhibitions, permanent displays, and a lending library, showcasing local history, art, and contemporary works. The venue also hosts community activities and events throughout the year.
From the Wikipedia article
The Burns Monument in Kay Park, Kilmarnock, Scotland, commemorates the poet Robert Burns (1759–1796). It is located at an elevated position within Kay Park, to the east of Kilmarnock Town Centre. The monument was opened in 1879, and is a category B listed building. In 2004, following years of neglect by the local council, fire destroyed most of the building. What was left of the monument was incorporated into the new Burns Monument Centre which opened in 2009. In 2010 the centre was shortlisted for the Carbuncle Cup award run by Building Design.
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Background
History
Kilmarnock has many links with Burns; the first edition of his work was printed here in 1786, by John Wilson, a local printer. Of this first edition only 612 copies were printed, and copies of this rare book are now known as Kilmarnock Editions. On Burns Night 1877, a movement to erect a memorial in Kilmarnock was begun. Subscriptions came in so quickly that the organisers decided to investigate the possibility of a memorial building as well as a marble statue. The foundation stone was laid on 14 September 1878, by R. W. Cochran-Patrick of Woodside, Depute Provincial Grand Master for Ayrshire. In August 1879, the 40 acre Kay Park was opened, with the completed Burns Monument as its focus.…
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- Coordinates
- 55.6128, -4.4897
- District
- East Ayrshire
- Postcode
- KA3 7RU
- Parliamentary constituency
- Kilmarnock and Loudoun
- Phone
- 01563 554300
- Nearest railway station
- Kilmarnock — 0.6 km
- Official site
- eastayrshireleisure.com
Sources
- wikipedia: Burns Monument, Kilmarnock (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Burns Monument, Kilmarnock?
- Burns Monument, Kilmarnock is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode KA3 7RU).
- What is Burns Monument, Kilmarnock?
- The Burns Monument in Kay Park, Kilmarnock, Scotland, commemorates the poet Robert Burns (1759–1796). It is located at an elevated position within Kay Park, to the east of Kilmarnock Town Centre. The
- How do I get to Burns Monument, Kilmarnock?
- The nearest railway station is Kilmarnock, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode KA3 7RU.
- Is Burns Monument, Kilmarnock free to visit?
- Yes, Burns Monument, Kilmarnock is free to enter.
- How do I get to Burns Monument, Kilmarnock?
- The nearest railway station is Kilmarnock, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode KA3 7RU.