Darvel is on the A71 road nine miles east of Kilmarnock and west of Strathaven. The Lang Toon was founded in 1754 by the Earl of Loudon and grew rapidly. In the 19th century a successful lace–making industry was developed, with mills served by the River Irvine. The town's most famous son is Alexander Fleming who discovered penicillin, and Darvel also boasts links to William Wallace, Robert the Bruce, and to the 1st SAS regiment, stationed in the town during the Second World War. Darvel has a strong community of 3300 and hosts its own music festival every year. s1darvel.com has been developed to allow residents to share their news, views and opinions, publicise events and display photos and videos.

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Save our Head Teacher!

Marion Grier says: You may or may not know that East Ayrshire Council has put forward a proposal to get rid of Head Teachers within 11 Nursery Schools as part of their hefty budget cuts. The parents committee of Darvel Nursery School are united in their opinion that this is WRONG, and intend to fight the Council all the way on this proposal. We are calling for everybody out there to support this fight. (continued)

Things to do around Darvel

Three Course Valentine's Dinner: The Hope Hub , 13/2/2010

Lunchtime Alpha Course starting on February 18th at The Hope Hub!: The Hope Hub , 18/2/2010

Darvel '4' Seasons Music Festival: Darvel Town Hall, 26/3/2010

Darvel '4' Seasons Music Festival: Darvel Town Hall, 27/3/2010

Darvel '4' Seasons Music Festival: Darvel Town Hall, 7/5/2010

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The Lanfine Boars in 2010

The Boars in their winter coats. Video by John Oliver.

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