Galston
Place in East Ayrshire, Scotland
| Coordinates: | 55.598, -4.381 |
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| OS grid ref: | NS 50 36 |
| Population: | 4,690 |
| Dialling code: | 01563 (Kilmarnock) |
Galston in East Ayrshire, Scotland, sits in the wooded hollow of the Irvine Valley beside the River Irvine. The town is framed by rolling Ayrshire hills and the well-loved Galston Glen, a steep, tree-lined ravine with walks, small waterfalls and old stone bridges that make it a focus for local outdoor life.
Historically a 19th-century textile and weaving centre, Galston still shows its industrial past in converted mill buildings and stone terraces, yet functions today as a lively local hub with independent shops, schools and community events. It’s within easy reach of Kilmarnock and regional landmarks such as Loudoun Hill, offering a blend of small‑town character, heritage and access to the Ayrshire countryside.
Postcode districts covering Galston
Most populated places nearby
- Glasgow 18.6 miles
- Paisley 17.4 miles
- East Kilbride 13.5 miles
- Hamilton 17.5 miles
- Kilmarnock 4.8 miles
- Ayr 13.9 miles
- Coatbridge 22.5 miles
- Airdrie 24.5 miles
- Irvine 10.4 miles
- Motherwell 20.3 miles
- Rutherglen 16.7 miles
- Wishaw 21.7 miles
Neighbouring places
- Newmilns Place 2.3 miles
- Irvine Valley Ward 2.6 miles
- Hurlford and Crookedholm Place 3 miles
- Kilmarnock East and Hurlford Ward 3.6 miles
- Darvel Place 4.2 miles
- Kilmarnock Place 4.8 miles
- Fenwick Place 4.9 miles
- Kilmarnock South Ward 4.9 miles
- Kilmarnock North Ward 5.1 miles
- Mauchline Place 5.7 miles
- Kilmarnock West and Crosshouse Ward 6.2 miles
- Kilmaurs Place 6.5 miles
Example postcodes in Galston
KA4 8HW, KA4 8BH, KA4 8QD, KA4 8ER, KA4 8LW, KA4 8EN, KA4 8QB, KA4 8BG, KA4 8DD … See all
Transport links
- Glasgow Prestwick Airport 10.1 miles
- Glasgow International Airport 19 miles
- Kilmarnock Railway Station 4.7 miles
- Kilmaurs Railway Station 6.4 miles
Hotels near Galston Ad
- The Park Hotel 4 5.1 miles
- The Fenwick Hotel 3 4.6 miles
- Fairburn Hotel 3 5.8 miles
- Premier Inn Kilmarnock 3 5.9 miles
- Premier Inn Ayr/Prestwick Airport 3 9.8 miles
Schools in Galston
- Galston Primary School Primary
- St Sophia's Primary School Primary
Local points of interest
- Lanfine Estate 3.2 miles
- Rugby Park Stadium 5 miles
- Cunninghamhead Estate 8.2 miles
- Dumfries House Estate 9.6 miles
- Caldwell House Estate 11 miles
- Troon Beach Beach 11.6 miles
- Eglinton Castle Estate 11.7 miles
- Ayr Racecourse Recreation 12.8 miles
- Somerset Park Stadium 12.9 miles
- Ayr Beach Beach 13.9 miles
- Ardeer House Estate 14.6 miles
- Muirburn Estate 15.3 miles