Old Images of Ochiltree, Scotland

 Enjoy a glimpse of history through old images of Ochiltree, in East Ayrshire, Scotland.

For such a tiny village, Ochiltree in Scotland has a surprising number of historical and literary connections.

Michael Ochiltree originated from here, later becoming a close associate of King James I of Scotland.

The famous Scottish poet Robert Burns referred to the local Tennant family, including Charles Tennant, Alexander Tennant and Edward Tennant, 1st Baron Glenconner.

In 1901, George Douglas Brown wrote The House with the Green Shutters about his birthplace, naming the book after one of the stone cottages on Main Street.

Another local resident, born on February 3rd, 1945, became the famous singer, songwriter and record producer, Johnny Cymbal, after relocating to the USA.

Old Photos of Ochiltree

Enjoy a video showcasing old photos of Ochiltree's streets across a number of decades.

Old Photographs Ochiltree Ayrshire Scotland - tourscotland on YouTube