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 miles30 km
- Paisley 17.4 miles27.9 km
- East Kilbride 13.5 miles21.7 km
- Hamilton 17.5 miles28.1 km
- Kilmarnock 4.8 miles7.8 km
- Ayr 13.9 miles22.3 km
- Coatbridge 22.5 miles36.3 km
- Airdrie 24.5 miles39.4 km
- Irvine 10.4 miles16.8 km
- Motherwell 20.3 miles32.7 km
- Rutherglen 16.7 miles26.9 km
- Wishaw 21.7 miles34.8 km
Neighbouring places
- Newmilns Place 2.3 miles3.7 km
- Irvine Valley Ward 2.6 miles4.2 km
- Hurlford and Crookedholm Place 3 miles4.8 km
- Kilmarnock East and Hurlford Ward 3.6 miles5.7 km
- Darvel Place 4.2 miles6.7 km
- Kilmarnock Place 4.8 miles7.8 km
- Fenwick Place 4.9 miles7.8 km
- Kilmarnock South Ward 4.9 miles7.8 km
- Kilmarnock North Ward 5.1 miles8.2 km
- Mauchline Place 5.7 miles9.1 km
- Kilmarnock West and Crosshouse Ward 6.2 miles10 km
- Kilmaurs Place 6.5 miles10.4 km
Example postcodes in Galston
KA4 8BP, KA4 8FD, KA4 8NA, KA4 8DU, KA4 8HU, KA4 8LU, KA4 8BN, KA4 8EB, KA4 8EW … See all
Transport links
- Glasgow Prestwick Airport 10.1 miles16.3 km
- Glasgow International Airport 19 miles30.6 km
- Kilmarnock Railway Station 4.7 miles7.6 km
- Kilmaurs Railway Station 6.4 miles10.3 km
Hotels near Galston Ad
- The Park Hotel 4 5.1 miles8.1 km
- The Black Bull 7.3 miles11.7 km
- Fairburn Hotel 3 5.8 miles9.3 km
- The Fenwick Hotel 4.6 miles7.4 km
- Enterkine Country House Resort 4 9.4 miles15.1 km
- Adamton Country House Hotel 3 9.3 miles15 km
Schools in Galston
- Galston Primary School Primary
- St Sophia's Primary School Primary
Local points of interest
- Lanfine Estate 3.2 miles5.1 km
- Rugby Park Stadium 5 miles8 km
- Cunninghamhead Estate 8.2 miles13.3 km
- Dumfries House Estate 9.6 miles15.5 km
- Caldwell House Estate 11 miles17.8 km
- Troon Beach Beach 11.6 miles18.7 km
- Eglinton Castle Estate 11.7 miles18.8 km
- Ayr Racecourse Recreation 12.8 miles20.6 km
- Somerset Park Stadium 12.9 miles20.7 km
- Ayr Beach Beach 13.9 miles22.4 km
- Ardeer House Estate 14.6 miles23.5 km
- Muirburn Estate 15.3 miles24.6 km