Girvan Attractions

Bargany Gardens are noted for their colorful displays of azaleas, rhododendron and narcissi. They are situated 4mi/6km northeast of Girvan.

The powerful Kennedy family once resided in Carleton Castle which lies 5mi/8km to the south of Girvan. According to the May Culean ballad, the knight Bluebeard once lived here. He disposed of his first seven wives by pushing them off the cliff. However, his eighth wife May was stronger than him and she threw him off first.