King Street, Kilmarnock

King Street

The junction of King Street and Portland Street
Length 0.2 mi[1] (0.3 km)
Location Kilmarnock
Postal code KA1
north end Portland Street
55°36′37″N 4°29′48″W / 55.6102°N 4.4966°W / 55.6102; -4.4966
south end A735 A735 road
55°36′27″N 4°29′50″W / 55.6075°N 4.4971°W / 55.6075; -4.4971
Construction
Completion 1804

King Street was once the principal business street in Kilmarnock, East Ayrshire, Scotland.[2] King Street runs from the "Cross" over the Kilmarnock Water and on to the junction with Titchfield Street.

History

King Street was opened up in 1804. Many historic buildings in King Street (including the Town House and the King Street Church) were demolished during the redevelopments in the 70's and 80's. These buildings were replaced by modern architecture which stand in their place today. The demolition of the eastern side of King Street was criticised in a report commissioned by East Ayrshire Council for the effect it had on the historical and architectural heritage of the area.[3]

References

  1. ↑ "Walking directions to King St". Google Maps. Google. Retrieved 28 April 2014.
  2. ↑ Ramble Round Kilmarnock - Chapter 1
  3. ↑ Austin-Smith:Lord LLP (24 October 2007). "Conservation Area Appraisal and Management Plan" (PDF). East Ayrshire Council. p. 49. Retrieved 28 April 2014.
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