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.
flat, 2 bedrooms
A very well presented 2 bedroom apartment located in the heart of GALSTON. This apartment was formally Erskine Hall Parish Church and superbly presented to suit modern day living. The apartment...
house, 2 bedrooms
Situated in wonderful rural location is this well presented semi detached stone built former farm building which has been thoughtfully and carefully redesigned to create this flexible family...
flat, 3 bedrooms
• Viewing is highly recommended to appreciate this large and spacious 3 bed main door upper quarter villa offering affordable, flexible family accommodation in a residential area of the popular...
house, 3 bedrooms
• Internal viewing is essential to appreciate this spacious and well maintained 3 bed, 2 public all on the level traditional detached bungalow with garage, modern kitchen and bathroom. Excellent...
house, 4 bedrooms
• This impressive red sandstone traditional semi detached villa provides deceptively spacious accommodation and enjoys prime location within the Ayrshire village of Galston. (contd...)
house, 4 bedrooms
• Spacious 8 apt detached villa, cul-de-sac setting accommodation comprising, ent. vest, lounge, din rm, fam rm, games room, kitchen, wc, 4 beds (master with en-suite), bathroom, gardens.
flat, 2 bedrooms
• Well proportioned and rarely available security entry ground floor flat, offering well proportioned accommodation close to all village centre amenities.
house, 5 bedrooms
• A large and spacious 4 or 5 bedroom detached villa, within an extensive plot with ample off street parking for several vehicles and large family gardens. (contd...)
flat, 1 bedroom
Immaculate ground floor flat with hall, lounge, double bedroom, fitted kitchen and modern bathroom. With DG & GCH, the flat also has a fenced rear garden and is presented in walk-in condition,...
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...