13 September 2025 (10:00 - 16:00) 14 September 2025 (10:00 - 16:00) Join us to explore Auchinleck House on Saturday 13 - Sunday 14 September 2025. Open to the public one weekend a year, Auchinleck House is set in its own extensive grounds with fields, woodland and riverbanks, just waiting for you to explore them. The goal of most walks here is to find the ice-house and grotto. The nearby village of Ochiltree, with its charming main street of single storey cottages, is one of the oldest in East Ayrshire. Auchinleck House was built between 1755 and 1760 by Alexander Boswell, 8th Laird of Auchinleck and the father of James Boswell, the celebrated diarist and biographer of Samuel Johnson. This is your chance to visit the property and learn more about its rich history. Admission is free, entry is split into morning or afternoon slots. Information on the building's history and children's activity sheets will be available on the day. Families and dogs welcome. Both entrances to the building are via steps. We recommend that you call Booking Enquiries on 01628 825925 if you would like to find out the suitability for anyone with specific access needs.

Address
Auchinleck House, Auchinleck, KA18 2LR