Alloway

About Alloway

Whether you like poetry and picnics, or flowers and fine food, the leafy, green spaces of Alloway hold something for everyone.

The birthplace of Robert Burns, it’s busy with tourists from all over the world, but holds a peaceful, otherworldly charm. The museum has everything from original works to interactive, digital games, and a great choice of tasty food in the restaurant or well-kept gardens.

A short walk away, you’ll find the Burns Monument and Memorial Gardens, the eerie Auld Kirk, and the iconic 15th century Brig o’ Doon. At Rozelle Park you’ll find the popular Rozelle House Museums and Galleries, and at neighbouring Belleisle there are two visitor-friendly golf courses and a fabulous children’s play park.

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Things To Do

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Story stroll katie morag willow sculpture

Story Stroll at Rozelle Park

Story Stroll is a family-friendly self-led trail around Rozelle Park where you will encounter some recognisable characters from your favourite...
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Burns cottage

Burns Cottage

Alloway is the birthplace of internationally renowned poet Robert Burns and a trip here would not be complete without a visit to...
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Ronald Rae Sculpture

Ronald Rae Sculptures

The Ronald Rae Sculptures titled ‘Tragic Sacrifice of Christ’ comprises five sculptures in Rozelle Park to the rear of Rozelle...
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The pond at rozelle

Rozelle Estate

Rozelle Estate is now a beautiful park, gifted to the public in 1968. The gardens combine mature woodland, rhododendron walks and an ornamental pond; and it’s a relaxing place...
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wood carving

Remembrance Woodland, Rozelle

South Ayrshire Council’s poignant Remembrance Woodland – featuring a stunning tree sculpture trail – was created as part of the...
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cyclist going through old railway line tunnel

Old Railway Line

The banking of the old railway line along the eastern and southern boundaries of Ayr have naturally regenerated over the...

What's On

Alloway
An image of the inside of a museum. An image of a magnifying glass is in the corner.
22 January - 15 November 2025
10am - 5pm
Free (normal entry fees apply)

Och Aye Spy - Museum Hunt for Young Explorers

Alloway
An image of a silhouette of Robert Burns and the text that reads "Highlight Talk"".
Wednesday 2 April 2025
2.30pm - 3.30pm
Free

Highlight Talk - The French Connection

Alloway
A pastel-colored Easter event poster with a yellow background and a large pink circle in the center. At the top, "Happy Easter" is written in playful white and pink text with small Easter egg illustrations. Below, the event details are written in yellow and white script: "Wizard School Dragon Egg Challenge," followed by "Monday 7th April" and the price, "£15pp," in blue. A cute pink owl illustration is positioned at the bottom right, with small decorative stars and dots around the design.
Monday 7 April 2025
10:30am, 1pm and 3pm
16.23

Wizard School's Dragon Egg Challenge

Alloway
A pastel-colored Easter-themed event poster with a light blue circular background on a peach-colored backdrop. The top of the circle features "Happy Easter" in playful, decorative font with Easter eggs and bunny ears. The main text in the center reads, "Exploring senses with ZooLab, Wednesday 9th April, £6pp" in a mix of purple and red cursive fonts. The poster is decorated with a small bunny illustration, a pastel Easter egg, and a small flower.
Wednesday 9 April 2025
10.30am, 12pm and 1.30pm
6.78

Easter Workshop: Exploring Senses with ZOOLAB

Alloway
A pastel-colored Easter-themed event poster features a light pink background with small pink polka dots. At the top, "Happy Easter" is written in a playful pink and yellow font, with small decorative elements like bunny ears and a butterfly. Below, a large yellow circle contains the main event details in purple cursive text: "Petting Ponies & Face Painting," followed by "Friday 11th April" and "£5pp per activity." The poster includes illustrations of two smiling children with face paint, a happy pony, and paintbrushes with splashes of blue and purple paint. The design is cheerful and festive, emphasizing fun Easter activities for kids.
Friday 11 April 2025
11am - 3pm
5.89 – £8

Petting Ponies, Face Painting & Crafts

Alloway
A pastel-colored digital graphic promoting the 'Wild Science Easter Animal Story Show.' The background is light purple with a large cream-colored circle in the center. At the top of the circle, there is a festive 'Happy Easter' design featuring pastel Easter eggs and bunny ears. The event title, 'Wild Science Easter Animal Story Show,' is written in a playful purple script font. Below, the date 'Monday, 14th April' is displayed in bold red text, followed by the event times '@ 10.30am & 11.30am' in a light blue cursive font. The price, '£6pp,' is centered at the bottom in purple. A cute illustrated Easter bunny ear headband and a decorated orange Easter egg with a small carrot are positioned at the bottom right corner.
Monday 14 April 2025
10:30 and 11:30am
6.78

Easter Story Show with Wild Science

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