Burns Cottage is the birthplace of the famous 18th-century Ayrshire poet, Robert Burns. The cottage is open to the public daily between 11.00–15.30 (last entry 15.00).

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August 4, 2022

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Burns Cottage, the first home of Robert Burns.

This cosy three-room cottage is where Burns was born and lived until the age of seven. Take a look at the tiny box bed that young Robert shared with three of his siblings.

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1. Burns Cottage to Rozelle Park loop

5.49km

01:25

30m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Millennium Bridge – Burns Cottage loop from Alloway

8.43km

02:11

50m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Robert Burns Birthplace Museum – Ayr Beach loop from Ayr Station

25.7km

06:39

150m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 70 m

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Location: Alloway, Doonfoot And St Leonards, South Ayrshire, South Scotland, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Burns Cottage

1. Burns Cottage to Rozelle Park loop

2. Millennium Bridge – Burns Cottage loop from Alloway

3. Robert Burns Birthplace Museum – Ayr Beach loop from Ayr Station

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