Carrick History Society
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This website was created in 1999 and was very popular. Although the website itself is rather dated in its appearance, it is a fantastic resource for Maybole’s history.
Maybole is currently undergoing a regeneration and this website has all the information.
This is a website filled with news about many different types of events taking place within North Carrick. It is useful for finding places to eat and stay if you visit the area to visit the many different historical locations the area has to offer.
Go Girvan is a website dedicated to events and things to do in Girvan and surrounding areas.
AANHS is a great resource for providing historical documents, many written by local historians. There are many resources available here that are relevant to the Carrick Area
This organisation connects all the History Societies in Ayrshire which allows us to work together for the greater good of promoting the history of the area. They are producing a new website but can be contacted via Facebook
SLHF is an umbrella organisation for local history in Scotland. Here, you can find a list of historical events taking place across Scotland and can find out about other societies.
The Ayrshire Archive is the local authority archive for North, South and East Ayrshire. They hold many different records such as Town Council Minutes, Valuation Rolls and have an extensive library of historical books. The Archive is open to all, however they are only open on a Tuesday and by appointment only. Records must be requested for viewing before visiting.
Founded in 1862, DGHNHAS covers the county South of Ayrshire.
Founded in 1972, this society promotes the history of The Highlands and Islands. They have an online lecture series as well as several historical booklets available to purchase.
Culzean Castle is described by the National Trust as Robert Adam’s masterpiece and it is clear to see why. We are lucky to have such a wonderful place within Carrick.
