Featured venue

Rozelle House Museum and Park, Ayr

Located in beautiful parkland, the ever-popular Rozelle House Museum and Galleries is best known for its permanent display of Alexander Goudie’s magnificent paintings inspired by Robert Burns’ poem ‘Tam o’ Shanter’. Add to this a regular programme of changing exhibitions, events, free activities and superb tearoom, Rozelle is a must visit for all this summer.

In Rozelle House

Objects, artefacts and works of art from the South Ayrshire Council collections.
A selection of paintings from Goudie’s magnificent 54-piece ‘Tam o’ Shanter’ series which changes throughout the year.
A new exhibition (from 20 June – 13 September) celebrating the 200^th anniversary of the RSA – Royal Scottish Academy 200: Celebrating Together With Frances Walker And Ade Adesina – which includes newly commissioned artworks for sale, available to purchase in the gallery.
The Ayrshire Yeomanry Museum which tells the story of their history through a display of archives, artefacts and original costume.
Free activities including sketching bags, family friendly gallery explorer sheets and even a small putting green. (Please ask at reception.)

An Engagement Space for free, family friendly, self-led crafts on the themes of the rotating exhibitions.
A selection of postcards and art prints from South Ayrshire Council collections, plus tote bags, gifts and more available to purchase in the gallery shop stand.
A delicious lunch, coffee and homebaking downstairs in the tearoom, with patio seating also offering beautiful views of the park.
A sheltered courtyard with picnic seating to enjoy.
The Maclaurin Art Gallery where you can view a range of temporary, contemporary art exhibitions from local, national and internationally acclaimed artists.
An art workshop, suitable for art classes and meetings, available for hire. (Please contact [email protected] for more information)

In the park

Situated amongst some of the ground’s ancient trees at the back of Rozelle House are the wonderful Ronald Rae Sculptures titled ‘Tragic Sacrifice of Christ’.
The Story Stroll, a fabulous family friendly, self-led trail featuring stunning willow sculptures of characters from favourite stories, all with a Scottish link, including Captain Hook, Katie Morag and Peter Rabbit.
The poignant Remembrance Woodland featuring a stunning tree sculpture trail, created by professional chainsaw carvers as part of the WW1 Centenary Commemorations.
Relaxing woodland walks or picnics in the beautiful gardens combining mature woodland, rhododendrons and an ornamental pond.

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