West Kilbride

The village of West Kilbride in Ayrshire, Scotland grew and developed to be known as a weaving and agricultural town; although there has been settlement here from at least 82 AD when it is known that the 30,000 Roman troops were stationed in the area. Evidence remains in the old Roman roads of the village and the many Roman finds that have been reported in the area and are now held in the museums of Scotland. On nearby Blackshaw Hill is a very unusual Neolithic cup and ring marked stone that is carved with three spirals and nearby are the traces of an Iron Age fortification. West Kilbride experienced its greates growth with the coming of the trains in the 19^th century; the small hamlet became linked to Glasgow and began to attract visitors who came to enjoy the Hydropathic spa at Seamill, as well as the sandy beach. West Kilbride is beautifully located by the Firth of Clyde, with views out across the water to Goat Fell and the Isle of Arran. Behind the village are the three hills, Law Hill at 551 ft, Tarbert Hill at 453 ft and Cauldron Hill at 1,079 ft.

West Kilbride offers some amenities and within reach of other towns and villages offering additional choices for dining, shopping and leisure. Visitors come to the area to enjoy the wonderful natural beauty along with the ample activities and historic sites here. Many structures in the area date back to medieval times and there are plenty to explore, including; 14^th century Law Castle at the base of Law Hill; 14^th century Portencross Castle by the sea at Portencross harbour and 17^th century Crosbie Castle at the edge of the village.