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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Our great Cafe Day!

Les Pittams from the Chair Darvel Improvement Group says: Many many thanks to all of you who turned up and made for a succesful Cafe Day. It is good for the morale of DIG members and other volunteers and helpers to see so many people of all age groups getting together for a blether, cuppa and a wee snachter. Thanks also to the entertainers who added that bit extra to the day. Hope to see you all again next year. (continued)

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Gordon Cree's "Music for a Summer's Evening" Series 2009: Darvel Parish Church, 19/7/2009

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George and his friendly team of drivers are committed to providing an honest and reliable service at competitive prices. We are a small 24/7 taxi service, available for local and airport runs (continued)

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