SOUTER JOHNNIE'S COTTAGE

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Souter Johnnie's Cottage, Kirkoswald

Robert Burns' poem Tam o’ Shanter featured a souter - shoemaker - who was Tam's partner-in-crime. The souter was said to be based on John Davidson, who lived in this thatched cottage with his family in the late 18th century and who is buried at nearby Kirkoswald Church. Souter Johnnie's Cottage is now a showcase for local artists, with a gallery and gift shop; there is not much else to see.

Region/Nation
Location/Address
Main Road
Kirkoswald
County
Ayrshire
Post Code
KA19 8HY
Main Historic Period
Georgian
Tip/Nearby
Kirkoswald Church, Culzean Castle
Primary Management
National Trust for Scotland

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