Maybole is an ancient market town, once the historic capital of Carrick in South Ayrshire, Scotland, situated 9 miles south of Ayr and 5 miles east of the Firth of Clyde. Maybole received a charter in 1193 and was created a burgh of barony in 1516. Maybole contained the winter residences of many Carrick barons. The town sits amongst natural springs of mineral water including St Helens Well which was thought to contain water with healing powers, the citizens of Maybole were renowned for longevity, and the census in 1799 recorded a school-master who died at age of 104. William and Agnes Burns, parents of Robert Burns came from Maybole. Maybole has a variety of shops and amenities and hotels. The narrow High Street has many fine buildings with many features of antique stateliness, including the grand turreted Maybole Castle built in 1560, once the baronial mansion of the Earls of Cassillis, at the cross stands the Town Hall built in 1887 and nearby is the Parish Church 1808 with a square spire comprising of six steps. Ruins of Mayboles collegiate Church stand at the bottom of John Knox Street dating from 1371. Crossraguel Abbey lays two miles south-west of town; it is well preserved dating c1215.
Attraction
Blairquhan Castle
Crossraguel Abbey
Culzean Castle & Country Park
Maybole Collegiate Church
Souter Johnnie's Cottage
Camping
Ranch (The)
Walled Garden Caravan & Camping Park
Caravan Park
Croyburnfoot Leisure Park
Ranch (The)
Walled Garden Caravan & Camping Park
Classes
Dance - Robertson School of Dancing
Dentist
Doctor
Golf Club
Holiday Park
Pub and Bar
Grey Man
Kirkmichael Arms
Maybole Arms
Star Inn
Restaurant
China Gate
Kirkmichael Arms
Po King Restaurant
School
Cairn Primary School
Gardenrose Primary School
Taxi
Venue
Shops
Lloyds Pharmacy
Semi-Chem
Donna’s
Cameron
Ann Dalgliesh
J Dunlop
Mailbox UK
W M Morrisons Supermarket
Fringe Benefits
Activities
Burning Hill Mountain Bike Club(Cycling)
Places to Stay near Maybole
Dunure Inn (4.48 miles)
Competely refurbished Inn in stunning harbourside setting. All rooms en-suite overlooking the picturesque harbour with views along the Ayrshire coast. Close to the world famous Burns' cottage. Traditional food served in harbourside restaurant, comfortable lounge ... More | visit website
Sunnyside (5.50 miles)
Quality 4-Star accommodation next to Alloway, birthplace of national poet Robert Burns, on the A719 coastal route on the south side of Ayr. We are praised for our friendly service, spacious well furnished double, ... More | visit website
Kilmore Cottages (5.51 miles)
The cottages form part of a charming 4 star luxury former farm steading and is set in 30 acres of lush green hills. Bordered by the river Doon made famous by our national bard Robert ... More | visit website
Ivy House Hotel (5.88 miles)
Located in the Heart of Burns Country, just 5 minutes from Ayr Town Centre and 100 metres from Burns Cottage, The Ivy House is one of Scotlands Hidden Gems. This Country House Hotel is ideal ... More | visit website
Garth Madryn (6.13 miles)
Belleisle Country House Hotel (6.18 miles)
Belleisle House Hotel is situated in Historic Burns Country in Alloway Ayr. The area is steeped in hisory and the opportunity to play wonderful golf courses in the area renowned for quality golf. This special ... More | visit website
Trump Turnberry Resort (6.28 miles)
Located on the stunning Ayrshire coast just 55 minutes from Glasgow Airport and 30 from Prestwick, Turnberry is recognised as one of the world's finest resorts.
Turnberry's magnificent country house hotel lies at the heart of ... More
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Turnberry Links (6.37 miles)
Set just 10 minutes' walk from the famous Turnberry Golf Course, this luxuriously appointed ground floor apartment has been designed and furnished expressly with the discerning holidaymaker in mind. One of a number of smilar ... More | visit website
Old Racecourse Hotel (6.80 miles)
We pride ouselves on traditional fayre, with bar meals and real ales.Located less than 1 mile from the centre of Ayr, and 1/2 a mile from Belleisle and Seafield Golf Courses.
... More | visit websiteInverlea Guest House (7.12 miles)
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