Description:
Crummieholm and Loans Village Gardens (NEW)
Crummieholm, Loans, Troon KA10 7EX (Mr and Mrs Bruce): Crummieholm was originally a farm, dating back to the 18th century. A formal front garden was created in the 1970s. The adjacent farmland was developed for housing apart from one area which was left to nature for over 30 years. Over the past 10 years, the current owners have attempted to transform this neglected and overgrown field into a tranquil haven for trees, shrubs, flowers and wildlife. A network of paths leads round the sloping, south facing site, bounded by a small burn. It continues to be a work in progress.
In addition to Crummieholm, several other village gardens will also be opening, offering a varied range of sizes and styles from cottage gardens to 'exotic pots'. The village of Loans has historical connections with Robert the Bruce and its Main Street is part of the Smugglers' Trail from Troon to Dundonald. Directions: The village of Loans lies two miles east of Troon and also accessible from the A78. Access to Crummieholm from Main Street will be signposted. Parking is available at the camping site on Troon Road. Stagecoach buses nos 10 and 14 stop in Main Street.
Other details: Plant stall and teas (£5) will be served in the village hall. A map will be provided to guide visitors to each garden and the village hall from the parking area at the camping site on Troon Road. All the gardens are within a short walking distance. This opening is part of the centenary celebration of the opening of Loans Village Hall.
