Explore Kilmarnock
Known for
Johnnie Walker whisky (founded here in 1820), the first Burns Supper, Rugby Park (Kilmarnock FC), the Dick Institute museum, and Ayrshire's commercial capital
A little history
Kilmarnock is where John Walker opened his grocery shop in 1820 and began blending whisky — the business that became Johnnie Walker, the world's best-selling Scotch.
The Dick Institute museum and art gallery is excellent and free. The Johnnie Walker story is genuine and celebrated here.
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Food & drink in Kilmarnock
The town centre has independent food options. Ayrshire produce — beef, lamb and dairy — is excellent.
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Kilmarnock is East Ayrshire's commercial hub. Strong independent retail alongside the retail centres.
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Johnnie Walker whisky (founded here in 1820), the first Burns Supper, Rugby Park (Kilmarnock FC), the Dick Institute museum, and Ayrshire's commercial capital Roam surfaces the local businesses and hidden gems that make Kilmarnock worth exploring.
The town centre has independent food options. Ayrshire produce — beef, lamb and dairy — is excellent. Download Roam free to discover Kilmarnock's independent food scene.
Yes — Roam is live in Kilmarnock and across East Ayrshire. Download free on iOS or Android.
Kilmarnock is East Ayrshire's commercial hub. Strong independent retail alongside the retail centres. List your Kilmarnock business on Roam to reach local customers in East Ayrshire.
Roam covers all of Kilmarnock including Hurlford, Galston, Newmilns, Darvel, Crosshouse. The Dick Institute museum and art gallery is excellent and free. The Johnnie Walker story is genuine and celebrated here.
