We are back at Ardeer and another explosion. This time, it occurred in 1938 and it was actually two explosions, one after another, that resulted in the deaths of 6 people. The vibration from the blasts was felt as far away as Kilmarnock and Ayr. Read the full story in the link below:
Learn About the History of the Earls of Eglinton and Eglinton Estate
We have added a new page in our Stories section which details the history of the Earls of Eglinton, Eglinton Estate and the Eglinton Tournament! One of the most powerful families in Scotland for around 800 years, they created the modern layout of the town of Ardrossan (designed by Peter Nicholson), built Ardrossan Harbour, and built a castle at Eglinton …
The Story of the 1913 Explosion at Ardeer ICI Has Been Added to the Stories Section
Learn all about the violent explosion that occurred at Nobel’s Factory in 1913 which saw 10 people injured and 6 killed. The explosion was heard as far away as Kilmarnock and Lanarkshire! To read the full story, click the link below:
Learn About the History of Stevenston Corn Mill
Have you ever noticed the old mill stones on Main Street in Stevenston? We received a request for information on them and it led to some research on the topic and now there is an article in our ‘Stories’ section! By May 1936, the old corn mill with its giant waterwheel had almost disappeared, with only the walls of the …
Sir John Smith Knox Boyd Has Been Added to the Stories Section
The Largs-born bacteriologist, Sir John Smith Knox Boyd has now been added to the ‘Stories’ section of our website! This fascinating man served with the Royal Army Medical Corps during the First World War and worked to improve the treatment of troops: including blood transfusions, treatment of malaria and dysentry. Read his full story below!
Learn About the History of Ardeer Golf Club
This is one for the golfers out there! Officially opened in 1905, Ardeer Golf Club, the 18 hole golf course replaced the previous one that had been opened in 1880. The new clubhouse had 2 club rooms, one for the ladies and one for the gentlemen, and was designed by architect Hugh Thomson. To read more about the club, click …
Read About the History of Main Street, Stevenston
We have a new article in our ‘Stories’ section which documents the history of Main Street in Stevenston, from the end of the 1880’s to the 1970’s through photographs. If you are from the area or have an interest in the development of North Ayrshire towns this is a must-read piece!
John Caldwell has Been Added to the Stories Section
John Caldwell, born in Beith in 1873, served as a postman for 46 years and was the first postman in Scotland to use a bicycle to deliver letters. He has now been added to the ‘Stories’ section of the website where you can read more about this long-serving postie!
James Morrison the First Provost of Stevenston has Been Added to the Stories Section
James Morrison was elected as the first Provost of Stevenston in 1952 at the age of 92! He has now been added to the ‘Stories’ section of our website for you to learn all about this fascinating man. In 1870 James left school to start his apprenticeship as a baker, after which he was employed as a foreman in a …
George Wall: Johnny McIntyre put me to left-back
The following post was kindly submitted to us by Gordon McCreath, who is a keen Ayrshire junior football historian. George Wall began his Junior career at Dalry Thistle, playing alongside a young Jim Leighton, who went on to win 91 Scottish international caps during his career with, amongst others, Aberdeen, Manchester United and Hibs. At the other end of his …