Visit Scotland: Robert Burns Birthplace Museum & Burns Cottage Alloway
The new National Trust Scotland's Robert Burns Birthplace Museum opens December 1st 2010 and is an integral part of the Robert Burns Heritage Park trail around Alloway Village in Ayr, Scotland. Hollywood actor Gerard Butler is on track to make a movie of the bard's life in 2011. The trail takes in the ruins of Auld Kirk Alloway (of Tam O'Shanter fame), the 13th century cobbled Brig O'Doon, and Burns Cottage where the Rabbie was born. Alloway 1759 event is worth a peek too.
A number of paintings on a Burns theme, by local artist Peter Howson, will be shown at the museum to celebrate the opening. Most will be available to purchase so break open the piggy bank! Surprise yourself.
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Scottish Places: Ayr & Alloway, Scotland - Land of Robert Burns & Birthplace Museum
A quick DIY tour around Ayr, Alloway, Prestwick and the Ayrshire Countryside. In no particular order are: 13th Century Brig O'Doon, Tam O'Shanter pub in Ayr High st, Souter Johnnies pub in Kirkoswald, Alloway Inn in Alloway, Balbirs Indian Restaurant on the southbound A77, Elvis Presley plaque at Prestwick Airport where he landed for a few hours whilst in the armed forces, Waverley Paddle Steamer - only sea-going paddle steamer in the world still going strong, Ailsa Craig the volcanic plug in the Clyde aka Paddy's Milestone, an old boat in Ayr harbour, Wallace Tower and a statue of William Wallace in Ayr High Street, Bar Dome in Prestwicks main road, River Doon in both directions as seen from the Millennium Footbridge at the mouth of the river, Brig O'Doon Hotel., pictures of Culzean Castle and grounds (appeared as Lord Summerisle's residence in original movie Wickerman and The Queen with Helen Mirren), Rabbie Burns cottage/birthplace in Alloway, the Lang Scots Mile walk marker on Ayr seafront. Phew that just about covers it! Shame its not newport state of mind spoof of new york state of mind '-)
Top 12 Tourist Attractions in Ayr - Travel Scotland, United Kingdom
Top 12 Tourist Attractions in Ayr - Travel Scotland, United Kingdom:
Culzean Castle and Country Park, Heads of Ayr Farm Park, Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, Ayr Seafront Playpark, Burns Monument and Gardens, Burns National Heritage Park, The Races at Ayr Racecourse, Rozelle Park, Pirate Pete's, Lang Scots Mile, The Low Green, Belleisle Park
Kirsty takes the Torch to Robert Burns Birthplace
Kirsty takes takes the Torch for symbolic 'kiss' outside Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, Alloway
Best Attractions and Places to See in Ayr, United Kingdom UK
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List of Best Things to do in Ayr, United Kingdom (UK).
Culzean Castle and Country Park
Heads of Ayr Farm Park
Ayr Seafront Playpark
Rozelle Park
Burns Monument and Gardens
Robert Burns Birthplace Museum
Burns National Heritage Park
Lang Scots Mile
Pirate Pete's
The Races at Ayr Racecourse
Take a different path in Ayrshire & Arran
Have you been to Ayrshire & Arran recently? You might just be surprised at what you see.
The Robert Burns Birthplace Museum in Alloway is the ideal place to start before you venture inside Burn’s cottage where Scotland’s National Bard was born in 1759. Continue your Burns’ adventure at Rozelle House where you’ll find Tam O’ Shanter paintings by Alexander Goudie. Don’t miss the Burns House Museum in the charming cobbled backstreets of Mauchline and enjoy an audio tour.
Described as one of Britain’s most beautiful stately homes, Dumfries House is a real gem, boasting priceless Chippendale furniture in opulent rooms. Throughout the estate discover woodland walks, the Queen Elizabeth Walled Gardens, or lose yourself in the maze. Near Maybole, the impressive Culzean Castle & Country Park with its grand turrets, is not to be missed and Kelburn Castle and Country Centre in Fairlie is adorned with graffiti courtesy of Brazilian street artists.
Across the water on the Isle of Arran, the Machrie Moor Standing Stones which date back up to 4,500 years, are set in stunning landscapes. At Brodick Castle, Garden and Country Park wander the gardens with views down to Arran’s coastline. Discover lush woodland, waterfalls and a summer house before having some fun in the new Isle be Wild adventure playground.
The Scottish Dark Sky Observatory near Dalmellington is found in the Galloway Dark Sky Park, the first of its kind in the UK. This is one of the best places to admire the dark skies, and they are so clear that you are likely to see the Milky Way with the naked eye.
For a change of pace, get your glad rags on and head to Ayr Racecourse, which also hosts the Scottish Grand National and the Gold Cup, popular days out full of excitement and glamour. Or why not tee off at almost 50 courses and 3 Championship Courses, like Royal Troon, or try a more unique course like Shiskine Golf Course on the Isle of Arran which has 12 holes and spectacular views?
The Isle of Cumbrae is a compact island accessed by Ferry from Largs in just 15 minutes! Ideal for cycling thanks to its size as well as being home to an array of wildlife.
In Irvine, you will find the Scottish Maritime Museum which is the home to Scotland’s seafaring heritage giving a fascinating insight into the importance of Scotland’s maritime heritage. The museum also hosts Irvine Harbour’s Festival of Light which is back again in 2019.
With miles of coastline in the area you are spoilt for choice. Take a stroll on Ayr beach, explore rockpools at Croy Shore, or why not try kitesurfing in Troon?
Culzean Castle nts.org.uk/Visit/Culzean-Castle-and-Country-Park/
Royal Troon royaltroon.co.uk
Robert Burns Birthplace Museum
Rozelle House Estate goudie.co.uk
Ayr Racecourse ayr-racecourse.co.uk
Scottish Maritime Museum
Isle of Cumbrae, Millport millport.org
Kelburn Castle kelburnestate.com/
Brodick Castle and Country Park
Machrie Moor Standing Stones
Dumfries House
Scottish Dark Sky Observatory
Dean Castle deancastle.com
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Ayrs and Graces - Luxury Bed and Breakfast, Ayr, United Kingdom HD review
A 5-minute drive from the centre of Ayr, this luxury, 5-star bed and breakfast is in the historic district of Alloway. Ayrs and Graces offers home-baking on arrival, lavish suites, free Wi-Fi and free parking.
In the morning, breakfast is served between 8:00 and 10:00. Restaurants and bars can be found only 1 miles from Ayrs and Graces, Luxury Bed and Breakfast.
Standard rooms have their own personal terrace, a flat-screen TV and a whisky decanter. They also have a deluxe bathroom with mood lighting and a power shower.
Alloway, birthplace of Robert Burns, and Ayr Rail Station are less than 5 minutes from the property by car. The Robert Burns Birthplace Museum is 2 minutes' drive. Culzean Castle and Prestwick Airport are a 20-minute drive away.
The Bonnie Land O' Ayr
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Robert Burns: Poet, Romantic & Legend
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The Gangs Day Trip To Ayr (Alternate version)
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Visit Scotland:Haunted Kirk Alloway's Graveyard/Tam O'Shanter Robert Burns
Tam O'Shanter's scary tale took place here at haunted Auld Kirk Alloway, by Ayr Glasgow. Recently voted the most haunted place in Scotland, and famous as the spot where a terrified Tam O'Shanter saw warlocks and witches in a dance and Old Nick (the devil) in the shape of a beast.
Fancy a wee walk in the dark? Happy Halloween folks!
One of the scariest places on earth? Nah!
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Opening Of Burn's House Trust Aka Opening Of Burns House Trust (1935)
Title missing, paperwork reads - Opening of Burns House Trust.
Dumfries, Scotland.
Birthday anniversary celebrations are held for Robert Burns.
M/S as the Provost of Dumfries walks along with officials of the Burns Trust. M/S of people standing with wreaths and laying them in the Mausoleum. M/S as they walk along. L/S of Robert Burns great granddaughter Jean Armour Burns Brown reopening the house in which he died. M/S of plaque outside the house and a statue to him in the wall.
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My Favourite Places in Ayr - 14.07.2012
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UK Tour 2007 - Episode 2 - Ayr, Scotland - June. 10
Surviving the snore, Admiring castles, failing at Bop-it, Playing the packed room at the Ark, getting some fans to sing the Scottish National Anthem, and taking in the ocean on Scotland's Southeast coast
Greatest Warlords: Life Of William Wallace
Sir William Wallace (Gaelic: Uilleam Uallas; Norman French: William le Waleys; died 23 August 1305) was a Scottish knight who became one of the main leaders during the Wars of Scottish Independence.
Along with Andrew Moray, Wallace defeated an English army at the Battle of Stirling Bridge in September 1297. He was appointed Guardian of Scotland and served until his defeat at the Battle of Falkirk in July 1298. In August 1305, Wallace was captured in Robroyston, near Glasgow, and handed over to King Edward I of England, who had him hanged, drawn, and quartered for high treason and crimes against English civilians.
Since his death, Wallace has obtained an iconic status far beyond his homeland. He is the protagonist of Blind Harry's 15th-century epic poem The Wallace and the subject of literary works by Sir Walter Scott and Jane Porter, and of the Academy Award-winning film Braveheart (1995).
William Wallace was a member of the lesser nobility, but little is definitely known of his family history or even his parentage. Blind Harry's late-15th-century poem gives his father as Sir Malcolm of Elderslie; however William's own seal, found on a letter sent to the Hanse city of Lübeck in 1297, gives his father's name as Alan Wallace. This Alan Wallace may be the same as the one listed in the 1296 Ragman Rolls as a crown tenant in Ayrshire, but there is no additional confirmation. Blind Harry's assertion that William was the son of Sir Malcolm of Elderslie has given rise to a tradition that William's birthplace was at Elderslie in Renfrewshire, and this is still the view of some historians, including the historical William Wallace Society itself. However, William's seal has given rise to a counter claim of Ellerslie in Ayrshire. There is no contemporary evidence linking him with either location, although both areas had connections with the wider Wallace family. Records show early members of the family as holding estates at Riccarton, Tarbolton, and Auchincruive in Kyle, and Stenton in East Lothian. They were vassals of James Stewart, 5th High Steward of Scotland as their lands fell within his territory. Wallace's brothers Malcolm and John are known from other sources.
The origins of the Wallace surname and its association with southwest Scotland are also far from certain, other than the name's being derived from the Old English wylisc (pronounced wullish), meaning foreigner or Welshman. It is possible that all the Wallaces in the Clyde area were medieval immigrants from Wales, but as the term was also used for local Cumbric-speaking Strathclyde Welsh, it seems equally likely that the surname refers to people who were seen as being Welsh due to their Cumbric language
When Wallace was growing up, King Alexander III ruled Scotland. His reign had seen a period of peace and economic stability. On 19 March 1286, however, Alexander died after falling from his horse.
The heir to the throne was Alexander's granddaughter, Margaret, Maid of Norway. As she was still a child and in Norway, the Scottish lords set up a government of guardians. Margaret fell ill on the voyage to Scotland and died in Orkney on 26 September 1290. The lack of a clear heir led to a period known as the Great Cause, with several families laying claim to the throne.
With Scotland threatening to descend into civil war, King Edward I of England was invited in by the Scottish nobility to arbitrate. Before the process could begin, he insisted that all of the contenders recognise him as Lord Paramount of Scotland. In early November 1292, at a great feudal court held in the castle at Berwick-upon-Tweed, judgement was given in favour of John Balliol having the strongest claim in law.
Edward proceeded to reverse the rulings of the Scottish Lords and even summoned King John Balliol to stand before the English court as a common plaintiff. John was a weak king, known as Toom Tabard or Empty Coat. John renounced his homage in March 1296 and by the end of the month Edward stormed Berwick-upon-Tweed, sacking the then-Scottish border town. In April, the Scots were defeated at the Battle of Dunbar in East Lothian and by July, Edward had forced John to abdicate. Edward then instructed his officers to receive formal homage from some 1,800 Scottish nobles (many of the rest being prisoners of war at that time).
Some historians, such as Andrew Fisher, believe Wallace must have had some earlier military experience in order to lead a successful military campaign in 1297. Campaigns like Edward I of England's wars in Wales might have provided a good opportunity for a younger son of a landholder to become a mercenary soldier. Wallace's personal seal bears the archer's insignia, so he may have fought as an archer in Edward's army.
Trailer for Rabbie - The youth musical on the life of Robert Burns
Rabbie is a youth musical on the life of Robert Burns based on the book and lyrics by Andrew Dallmeyer.
Produced by Third Degree Theatre for the première in the Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2014.
For more information on how to put on your own production please contact: pwt@stge.org.uk or contact@first-scottish.co.uk.
BKSA Kiteival - Ayr, Scotland
All the action from the 2010 British Kitesurfing Association Kiteival in Ayr, Scotland.