Dreghorn

Dreghorn is a village in North Ayrshire, Scotland. Situated approximately 3 miles east of Irvine and 3 miles west of Kilmarnock, it forms part of the Irvine urban area. The village lies on the A71 road. Historically, Dreghorn was a distinct rural parish, but its proximity to larger towns has resulted in its gradual integration into the broader urban landscape. Its history is primarily agricultural and involved with the coal mining industries that once thrived in the surrounding areas of Ayrshire. The village retains a recognisable core with local amenities, including a primary school and shops.