Alloway Railway Tunnel – Final Mural Art Workshop

Two people in the foreground sit at a long, green-covered table in an indoor art space. Each person holds a painted cutout—one of a gray bird in flight with wings spread, and the other of an orange cat mid-stride. Paintbrushes, cups of water, and art supplies are scattered across the table. In the background, several other people sit and paint at the same table. The walls behind them are covered with colorful, detailed murals featuring animals and abstract designs, adding a vibrant, creative atmosphere to the room.

A special opportunity for local artist groups and talented painters in Ayrshire or from further afield to help put the icing on the cake in the Alloway Tunnel mural.

Come along to a hosted workshop with our artist Chris Rutterford to paint a last layer of slightly larger, more polished shaped boards to add to the ceiling vaults and walls of the tunnel.

Participants will be painting:

* Magical creatures and animals for hanging on the walls and ceiling above the tavern, and Tam o’ Shanter chase scene

* In the central sky section and forest area, flying birds and forest creatures that can flow down the tunnel.

Shaped plywood boards will be provided ready to paint. Artists can also create designs for magical creatures and animals beforehand and Chris will help facilitate their creations and find them a place in the vision.

Come along for the last chance to make your mark in this unique project illustrating Ayrshire history.

There are no set times during each workshop – stay for as long as you want on any of the dates. However, please book your place in advance by emailing [email protected] with your name, mobile number and which day you would like to attend.

Sunday 2 August | 1.00pm – 4.00pm
Monday 3 – Saturday 8 August | 10.30am – 4.00pm
(10.30am – 8.00pm on Wednesday 5 August)

Sunday 2 August - Saturday 8 August 2026

Education Pavilion, Burns Cottage, 16 Alloway, Ayr KA7 4PY