Auld Kirk Museum
About This Museum
People come to the Auld Kirk for a genuine slice of local history, and let me tell you, it doesn't disappoint. Stepping inside this 17th-century church feels like walking right into the past. You're immediately surrounded by the stories of Kirkintilloch, from its days as a Roman fort on the Antonine Wall to its surprising era as a 'tin-bashing' capital. It’s the kind of place that makes history feel tangible and deeply personal.
Collection Highlights
Don't miss the beautifully preserved 18th-century horse-drawn hearse—it's a real showstopper. The exhibits on the town's hat-making and iron-foundry industries are fascinating, giving you a real sense of the people who built this community.
Visitor Information
It's tucked away on Cowgate in Kirkintilloch, just a short train hop from central Glasgow. Best of all? Entry is completely free, making it a perfect, unplanned stop on a day out.
Architecture & Building
The building itself is the star—a stark, beautiful stone church with a classic Scottish bell tower that has defined the town's skyline for nearly four centuries.
Contact & Location
Address: Auld Kirk Museum, Peel Brae, Barleybank, Kirkintilloch, East Dunbartonshire, Alba / Scotland, G66 1AB, United Kingdom
Phone: +44 141 777 3013
Website: Visit Website
