Hurlford, East Ayrshire

Flower Delivery to Hurlford – A Village in East Ayrshire, Scotland

Frances Groome's Ordnance Gazetteer of Scotland describes Hurlford as “connected by a bridge with the suburb of Crookedholm in Kilmarnock parish.” The village is just two miles east of Kilmarnock near the River Irvine. It's a former railway junction, as well as a mining and foundry town. Today, Hurlford is more of a residential centre.

HISTORY

Hurlford used to be a railway junction and this is mentioned in the Ordnance Gazetteer of Scotland: “...with a station on the Glasgow and south-western railway, at the junction of the Newmilns branch, 2 miles ESE of Kilmarnock...” The village also used to be a mining and foundry town and this is also mentioned in the Ordnance Gazetteer of Scotland: “...it is he seat of extensive ironworks of the Eglington Iron Co. (1846), as also of a worsted spinning-mill and of large fire-clay works, whilst in the neighbourhood are many collieries...”

The village of Hurlford used to be part of Riccarton, a former barony that was associated with the Wallace clan during the time of William Wallace. Industries the town include whisky blending and bottling, as well as the manufacture of clothing.

ATTRACTIONS

There may be not much to see in Hurlford, but that doesn't mean the town isn't worth a visit. Here, you can have a simple yet memorable romantic holiday. What simple way to spend a getaway with a special someone than by presenting Hurlford flowers, having a nice picnic and taking a stroll around town? If you can't get flowers in Hurlford then you can always go online to send flowers to Hurlford. Whichever method you choose, the gesture will surely be appreciated.

That said, these are some of the interesting sights that can be found around Hurlford:

Hurlford Church – built in 1857 and part of the Church of Scotland.

Hurlford Kirk – the original parish church built in 1875, but has been converted into a house.

Mauchline Road Church – was part of the Unitarian Church but is now used as luxury housing.

Blair Park – home of the football team Hurlford United FC.

Nearby Attractions

Shawhill House – a former estate held by William Herbert, the Laird of Shaw. The structure still stands today but much of it has been sold. The office buildings now serve as private dwelling.

Rowallan Castle – a 16th-century castle that was the home of the Muirs, an important family in Ayrshire which produced builders, composers, historians and writers.

Dundonald Castle – set in a prominent hilltop, this 14th-century castle offers views of the Firth of Clyde. It is considered as the cradle of the Stewart Dynasty. Here you can explore the castle and take walks through the woods.

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