Alloway Railway Tunnel Art

Artwork showing poet Robert Burns writing while his collie dog sits next to him

Artwork of a Man dressed in Scottish tartan playing a fiddle while others enjoy the music

Artwork of a ram draped in tartan surrounded by other farm animals

Artwork of a tree and other woodland plants

Artwork of a fox, pheasants in flight and flowers

An disused railway tunnel entrance from a distance

Close up of an disused railway tunnel entrance

Alloway Railway Tunnel Art project was established to create one of Scotland’s largest murals through the Alloway Railway Tunnel. We have transformed an old, unused tunnel that had been defaced with graffiti into a safe, inspiring place, with a beautiful hand painted mural by one of the UK’s top muralists and visionaries, Chris Rutterford.

Proud of its Burns heritage, Alloway aims to offer an exceptional experience to residents and visitors exploring the idyllic village. The interactive mural in Ayrshire celebrates our heritage, providing a lasting legacy that captivates visitors and encourages repeated exploration.

By improving the cycle path through the village, the hope is to encourage more people to enjoy cycling and walking and experience all the wellbeing benefits this brings.

You can find us opposite the Robert Burns Birthplace Museum on Murdochs Lone, KA7 4PQ in Alloway – just follow the signs from the museum, it’s a 5 min walk. If you use ‘What 3 Words’ you can find us at minds.forces.clocks.

Try our Scavenger Hunt

Kids love our mural! They love exploring the different scenes and finding magical creatures. Each time they come back they discover something new as well as returning to old favourites. There are scary monsters, witches, warlocks and dragons mixed with enchanting fairies, animals, and beautiful mythical creatures. It’s also educational, and children will have fun learning about Ayrshire history through the short films placed throughout the mural and accessed by QR codes.

Parents and grandparents love our mural because of the amazing artwork and engaging films. It’s open every day, 24/7 and it’s free to visit. It’s close to other superb visitor attractions in Alloway such as the Robert Burns Birthplace Museum and playpark, Rozelle and Bellise Parks and of course Greenan Castle and shore. It’s a great day out and as it’s underground so you can visit whatever the weather brings.

Download a pdf of our Mural Scavenger Hunt for only £5

For extra fun you can do the Mural Scavenger Hunt. It is available in our Alloway Railway Tunnel Website shop. It’s £5 and you will receive an instant digital download of a PDF file which you can print off as many copies as you want at home or just use on your phone.

If you decide to take part with your own family and friends, please let us know your feedback and share some photos with us on Facebook, Instagram or give us a review on Trip Advisor or Google.

Uniting Art and Community

Join us on an inspiring journey as we tell some fascinating stories celebrating Ayrshire’s rich heritage which includes an amazing illustration of Robert Burns most famous poem, Tam O’shanter! By using unique storytelling though art, music, films and blogs you will be entertained by personal stories from local people.

Engaging Partnerships and Support

Backed by the Peoples Postcode Lottery, National Lottery Community Fund, Walking Scotland and Walk, Wheel Cycle Trust and South Ayrshire authorities, and collaborations with the National Trust for Scotland and Ayrshire College.

Get Involved

We are open 24/7, 365 days a year and it’s free to visit – whatever the weather. We’re always looking for volunteers to help us care for the mural and the horticultural areas. Get in touch on our website or email if you can help.

How to donate

Find out how to donate to this charitable project.