Secret Kilmarnock

Secret Kilmarnock explores the lesser-known history of the town of Kilmarnock through a fascinating selection of stories, unusual facts and attractive photographs.

Kilmarnock is the largest town in Ayrshire. For much of its history it was a market town serving the surrounding area, but during the Industrial Revolution it became a manufacturing centre. Connected to the harbour at Troon and later Glasgow by the new railway network, coal, goods and passengers were transported to and from Kilmarnock. The town grew rapidly, swallowing neighbouring villages, and became known for businesses such as Johnnie Walker, Saxone Shoes, BMK Carpets and Andrew Barclay Sons & Co. locomotive builders. Although many of these businesses have now disappeared, Kilmarnock has diversified and regenerated, and in this book local journalist, historian and author Frank Beattie explores lesser-known aspects of the town’s past, highlighting its strong cultural and industrial heritage.

With tales of remarkable characters, unusual events and tucked-away or disappeared historical buildings and locations, Secret Kilmarnock will appeal to all those with an interest in the history of this town in Ayrshire.

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