Dundonald
Place in South Ayrshire, Scotland
| Coordinates: | 55.578, -4.596 |
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| OS grid ref: | NS 36 34 |
| Population: | 2,670 |
| Dialling code: | 01563 (Kilmarnock) |
Dundonald in South Ayrshire is a small historic village east of Ayr, best known for the dramatic ruins of Dundonald Castle standing on a rocky hill overlooking the surrounding farmland. The medieval castle dates back several centuries and is a focal point for visitors and local history, giving the village a strong sense of place and an attractive draw for walkers and those interested in Scotland’s past.
Geographically the village sits not far from the coast and key transport routes, making it part rural community, part commuter settlement for nearby towns and cities such as Prestwick and Glasgow. Local life mixes agriculture and small businesses with community groups and occasional events, so while tourism around the castle helps the economy, everyday village life remains quietly centred on local schools, shops and a friendly community spirit near the Firth of Clyde.
Postcode districts covering Dundonald
Most populated places nearby
- Glasgow 23.6 miles
- Paisley 19.8 miles
- East Kilbride 20.2 miles
- Kilmarnock 4.2 miles
- Ayr 8.6 miles
- Irvine 3.1 miles
- Rutherglen 22.5 miles
- Cambuslang 23.8 miles
- Clydebank 23.9 miles
- Newton Mearns 17.3 miles
- Renfrew 22 miles
- Barrhead 17.4 miles
Neighbouring places
- Irvine South Ward 2.1 miles
- Loans Place 2.2 miles
- Symington Place 2.3 miles
- Dreghorn Place 2.4 miles
- Springside Place 2.6 miles
- Troon Place 3 miles
- Kilmarnock West and Crosshouse Ward 3.1 miles
- Irvine Place 3.1 miles
- Crosshouse Place 3.2 miles
- Kilmarnock South Ward 3.7 miles
- Monkton Place 4.2 miles
- Irvine East Ward 4.2 miles
Example postcodes in Dundonald
KA2 9HS, KA2 9EY, KA2 9JL, KA2 9EW, KA2 9DU, KA2 9BT, KA2 9EA, KA2 9JQ, KA2 9EU … See all
Transport links
- Glasgow Prestwick Airport 4.7 miles
- Glasgow International Airport 21.3 miles
- Barassie Railway Station 2.4 miles
- Troon Railway Station 3.3 miles
Hotels near Dundonald Ad
- Dundonald Links 2.2 miles
- Old Loans Inn 4 2.1 miles
- The Salt Lodge 4 4 miles
- Piersland House 4 3.6 miles
- Lochgreen House Hotel & Spa 5 3.5 miles
- The Park Hotel 4 3.8 miles
- Marine Troon 5 3.8 miles
- The Gailes Hotel and Spa 4 2.5 miles
- Riverside Lodge Hotel 4 3.1 miles
- The Black Bull 6.4 miles
Schools in Dundonald
- Dundonald Primary School Primary
Local points of interest
- Troon Beach Beach 3.6 miles
- Cunninghamhead Estate 3.9 miles
- Rugby Park Stadium 3.9 miles
- Eglinton Castle Estate 5.7 miles
- Ardeer House Estate 7.1 miles
- Somerset Park Stadium 7.5 miles
- Ayr Racecourse Recreation 7.8 miles
- Ayr Beach Beach 8.2 miles
- Robert Burns Birthplace Museum Museum 10.5 miles
- Caldwell House Estate 11 miles
- Lanfine Estate 11.7 miles
- Hollybush House Estate 13.7 miles