Loudoun Kirk

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A roofless medieval ruin in quiet countryside near Galston, Loudoun Kirk is long tied to the Campbells of Loudoun, buried within its precinct. It’s a peaceful open ruin, free to visit. Kilmarnock station is about 7km west.

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