Property for sale in Galston
Situated in wooded countryside, 4 miles upstream from Kilmarnock, Galston has a population of 5,500 and lies between Hurlford and Newmilns in the Irvine Valley. Described as the historical heart of Ayrshire, owing to its associations with Wallace and Bruce, Galston developed in the 18th century as a centre for weaving, and from the early 19th century as a major coal mining area. Today, local industry includes telecommunications, electrical engineering, meat processing and road haulage.
If you are looking for property for sale in Galston, there is a good mix of classic Victorian villas and modern, detached, houses with an integral garage. For current details of houses for sale in Galston or information regarding available flats, please contact Galston estate agents.
Amenities for Galston properties
There are two primary schools in Galston: St Sophia's, for Catholic children, and Galston Primary School. For secondary education there is St Joseph's Catholic Academy in Kilmarnock and Loudoun Academy in Galston which has raised more money for Children In Need than any other school in Scotland. Galston has a couple of fitness clubs, a seven-a-side football park, and several pubs and restaurants. Barr Castle is the oldest building in Galston and is a fortified tower house built in the 15th century. It is one of several period buildings that contribute to Galston's attractive town centre. Loudoun Castle is a popular theme park with a great variety of rides and a Big Top Theatre, set amongst 19th century ruins.
Transport in Galston
The railway station in Kilmarnock is 8 miles west of Galston and is on the Glasgow / Dumfries / Carlisle main line. By road, local bus routes serving Galston are provided by Stagecoach.
Surrounding areas
While searching for property to buy or property to rent in Galston, which is covered by postcode, KA4, you may also like to consider Darvel, Newmilns, Mauchline, Cumnock, Kilmarnock, Kilwinning, Dalry, Beith, and Kilbirnie.
house, 4 bedrooms
• Prime area and rarely available 4 bed detached villa, with garage and off street parking. Located within a child-safe cul-de-sac setting, this flexible family home is within walking distance to...
flat, 1 bedroom
A very well presented, much improved ONE BEDROOM upper floor flat in this popular location and which is convenient for shops, local amenities and transport links
house, 4 bedrooms
4 Bedroom Detached House, Single Integral Garage, Utility, 2 Ensuite, Study, Kitchen/Family Breakfast Room, Dining Room, Cloak Room ,
house, 4 bedrooms
4 Bedroom Detached House, Single Integral Garage, Utility, 2 Ensuite, Study, Kitchen/Family Breakfast Room, Dining Room, Cloak Room ,
house, 5 bedrooms
• Viewing is essential to appreciate this deceptively spacious and very well proportioned 9apt traditional detached bungalow, with accommodation over 2 levels, large mature family gardens, garage...
house, 3 bedrooms
Three double bedroom semi-villa with drive To be sold by public auction at our Dalry Auction Complex, 6 Kilwinning Rd, Dalry, Ayrshire, Scotland, KA24 4LG.
house, 4 bedrooms
*Attached granny/relatives annex* This beautiful Red Sandstone semi detached villa is quietly situated in a much sought after area of the picturesque village of Galston. To the front of the...
house, 3 bedrooms
Situated in popular part of town, is this attractive and well presented semi detached villa offering a good level of family accommodation over two floors. Ideally situated close to local shops and...
house, 5 bedrooms
• A superb setting awaits viewers for this all on the level 4/5 bedroomed detached bungalow situated within approx 2/3rds of an acre with open panoramic views of the rolling Ayrshire countryside....
house, 3 bedrooms
****COUNTRY COTTAGE WITH 2 ACRES OF LAND***
Situated in country locale is this immaculately presented and rarely available sandstone Detached Cottage with approximately 2 acres of gardens and