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Dalgarven, Kilwinning, KA13 6PL
01294 552448
Dalgarven Mill Museum
Escape the city and explore the tranquil setting
of Dalgarven Mill, or take a walk along its river
side. These historic buildings date back to the
late 1800s and have been lovingly restored. The
grain mill houses the site’s museum, where you
can still see the water wheel in action. Wander
the three storeys of granaries and learn about
the work and lives of those who worked there,
as well as the local community farmers and
other tradespeople involved in the life of the
mill. A programme of exhibitions run throughout
the year, many of which focus on fashion and
quilting. A highlight of the attraction is the prized
costume collection - the largest in Scotland, with
over 3000 pieces, dating back as far as the 18th
century. There’s also opportunity to dine and
shop, in Millers Coffee Room and Saks and Hart
Country Period Living.
BACHELORS’ CLUB
01292 541940
Sandgate Street,
Tarbolton, KA5 5RB
BACHELORS’ CLUB
The bachelor in question at this club was the
legendary Robert Burns. The bard’s poetry
is much celebrated and revered, while his
reputation as a cad in his personal life has
made for many a colourful tale. Here you can
visit the room in which Rabbie and his closest
friends would gather to debate the issues of the
day. It was he who co-founded the Tarbolton
Bachelors’ Club, for gentlemen only. This is
the venue in which he learned to dance and
practiced his freemasonry. The rooms give us
a peek into life during Burns’ time, with a living
area downstairs and the club room on the first
floor. This 17th-century thatched building has
been carefully restored and is completely free to
visit. It provides a valuable and educational point
of interest to anyone intrigued by Scottish history
or literature.
DALGARVEN MILL MUSEUM
