Welcome to the Cumnock History Group

Cumnock History Group are a constituted Voluntary Group who share an interest in the history and heritage of Cumnock and how the past has influenced the present.

Cumnock Connections

There are 69653 names in this family tree. The aim is to have a tree to show how all our Cumnock ancestors may link together.

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CHG Events

We meet monthly and always have a guest presentation. Past guests have included Dane Love, Dr James Begg, Charlotte Rostek, Ian McMurdo and many more.

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Many a Lang Scots Mile – our Cumnock ancestors on the move

Movement of people into the town of Cumnock in Ayrshire and movement away. Researched by Cumnock History Group

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Cumnock History Group

We are a constituted voluntary organisation aiming to promote and conduct research into the history and heritage of Cumnock. info@cumnockhistorygroup.org is the best way to contact us.

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The March talk is on Monday 16th March in Trinity Church Hall 7 for 7.15 start when the speaker will be Barbara Graham making her third visit, Her subject is the internment of enemy aliens during World War 2. This happened to Primo Quadri in Cumnock. We will not be able to zoom this as there is no longer internet in the church hall. We may manage to record it. ... See MoreSee Less

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Cumnock History Group updated their cover photo.

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Many A Lang Scots Mile – Cumnock History Group

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The Many A Lang Scots Mile – our Cumnock ancestors on the move is a collection of stories of migration, both to and from Cumnock. 313 pages and many photographs. Posting from 4th March 2026.

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Cumnock People & Places

Simple School Gala days were organised in the early 20th century and the first Cumnock Carnival was staged in 1946 as part of the Victory celebrations in Cumnock and was so successful that it became an annual event in June or July every year.

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Become a Member

Membership to The Cumnock History Group is open to anyone with an interest in the history and heritage of Cumnock and its inhabitants.

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Cumnock Galleries

We have various photo collections donated by several members and organisations. These galleries work best on a tablet or PC – they will be small on a phone.

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Welcome to the Cumnock History Group

Cumnock History Group are a constituted Voluntary Group who share an interest in the history and heritage of Cumnock and how the past has influenced the present.

Cumnock Connections

CHG Events

Many a Lang Scots Mile – our Cumnock ancestors on the move

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Cumnock History Group

Cumnock People & Places

Become a Member

Cumnock Galleries

Experience Cumnock History

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