Kilmarnock
United Kingdom · ScotlandGB
Burgh in East Ayrshire, Scotland
Kilmarnock, meaning "the church of Mernóc", also colloquially referred to as Killie, is a town and former burgh in East Ayrshire situated in southwest Scotland. The town has served as the administrative centre of East Ayrshire Council since 1996, and is the region's main commercial and industrial centre. The town has a total of 284 listed buildings and structures as designed by Historic Environment Scotland, including the Dick Institute, Dean Castle, Loanhead School and the original 1898 building of Kilmarnock Academy, with post-war developments of the controversial 1970s regeneration such as The Foregate and Clydesdale Bank building being considered for listed building status.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 46,770
- Coordinates
- 55.612, -4.496
- Timezone
- Europe/London
- Elevation
- 0 m
Overview of Kilmarnock
Kilmarnock is the kind of compact town you find in Scotland, United Kingdom. About 46,770 people are based here. And it shows in how much there is to see. Kilmarnock is strongest on water sports. Seasons here follow the northern hemisphere.
Things to do in Kilmarnock
Water Sports in Kilmarnock
(1)Water Sports in Kilmarnock covers Windsurfing. Each one is worth building half a day around. Straight from the activity profile stored for Kilmarnock.
Best time to visit Kilmarnock
Water-based activities peak in June to September, when temperatures suit the coast and lakes.
Getting there & around
Kilmarnock rewards a slow approach — a hub in Scotland, then a short road or trail. Set your clock to Europe/London on arrival.
Similar destinations
Places near Kilmarnock that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kilmarnock known for?
- Travellers associate Kilmarnock with water sports. It sits in Scotland, United Kingdom and counts about 46,770 residents.
- What can you do in Kilmarnock?
- Kilmarnock is tagged with Windsurfing, which is enough to structure a first visit.
- When is the best time to visit Kilmarnock?
- Water-based activities peak in June to September, when temperatures suit the coast and lakes.
- Where is Kilmarnock located?
- Kilmarnock belongs to Scotland, United Kingdom, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.
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