Rupert Robin’s Christmas Trail

Rupert Robin’s Christmas Trail

This festive season at The McKechnie Institute, Rupert Robin’s Christmas Trail brings a fun and free activity trail to life with miniature handcrafted Victorian buildings and characters from Girvan’s past and present, including the famous McKechnie brothers. Join Rupert Robin’s Christmas Trail by helping our festive McKechnie mascot find all the houses and characters, and discover Girvan’s history as you explore!

Family Crafts
Why not also try some of our free, self-led Victorian-themed crafts available in our engagement space during our opening hours?

Free, drop-in event | Suitable for all ages

Opening Hours
Tuesday, Thursday and Friday: 1pm – 4pm
Wednesday: 1.30pm – 4.30pm
Saturday: 10.30am – 4pm

Additional Information

Accessible rooms
Cyclist welcome
Disabled access
Free Wi-Fi
Walkers welcome
Saturday 29 November 2025 - Tuesday 23 December 2025
See listing for times
Suitable for all ages
Free
The McKechnie Institute, 40 Dalrymple Street, Girvan KA26 9AE

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