Bachelors' Club

A chance to find out more about Scotland's most famous poet, Robert Burns.

In this 17th-century thatched house, Burns attended dancing lessons in 1779. He formed a debating club here in 1780, and no doubt he and his friends would have heatedly discussed the topics of the day before drinking their fill at the inn next door. Burns was also initiated as a Freemason here in 1781.





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Opening Times
(2007 times)
30th March to 30th September:
Friday to Tuesday 1.00pm - 5.00pm. (last admission 4.30pm)

Morning visits available for pre-booked groups.
Groups of 20 or more must always book in advance, please.

Admission Charges
(2007 prices)
Adult £5.00; Concessions £4.00; Family (2 adults + up to 4 children) £14.00; Family (1 adult + up to 4 children) £10.00.

NTS members free.

Car Park pay and display £2.00.

Directions
In Tarbolton, off A77 south of Kilmarnock and off A76 at Mauchline. 7½ miles north-east of Ayr.
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Bachelors' Club Postcode for SatNav: KA5 5RB

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Rozelle House Galleries and Maclaurin Art Galleries (7 Miles)*
Rozelle House is now a major display venue, currently showing the significant collection, 'Tam O' Shanter' - a series of 54 paintings, by Alexander Goudie. The Maclaurin collection includes paintings, drawings, sculptures and prints.
Scottish Maritime Museum (10 Miles)*
Irvine was once one of Glasgow's main trading ports. Now it is the home of the Scottish Maritime Museum. The Museum was set up in 1983 and continues to expand with new displays, exhibits and facilities.
Museum of Ayrshire Country Life And Costume (14 Miles)*
There has been a mill on the site since the 14th century, set up by the monks of Killwinning Abbey. The Present mill was erected in 1640 and rebuilt in 1880 after being damaged by fire.
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Manor Park Hotel (4 Miles)*
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Western House Hotel (6 Miles)*
The hotel is situated within walking distance of Ayr town centre with lively clubs and bars, Theme Park and beach. The Jockey Club Lounge and Restaurant offers modern Scottish dining with a lounge menu available all day.
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Stables cottage (4 Miles)*
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Stables Cottage (5 Miles)*
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