Update on Scotland's People Centre
The Scotland’s People Centre at The Burns Monument Centre is currently closed with no immediate plans to reopen. We are sorry for any inconvenience.
Research your family from 1553 to the present day for only £15 per day
The Burns Monument Centre in Kilmarnock provides access to Scottish records covering almost 500 years.
Through the Scotland's People software available at the centre you can access Statutory Birth, Death and Marriage Records from 1855 to the present day as well as Census Records, Old Parish Records, Wills and Testaments and various Minor Records.
Whether you are just starting to look into your family or you are a professional researcher, the resources at the Burns Monument Centre are invaluable. Friendly staff are available to help and the fee of £15 includes access to a PC and the Scotland's People software for a full day which is cheaper than buying credits and using the system at home.
We also offer family tree packages where our experienced Registrars can research this for you.
Records available at the Burns Monument Centre
Available records
| Record type | Category | Dates |
|---|
| Statutory Records |
Births |
1855 to date |
| Statutory Records |
Marriages |
1855 to date |
| Statutory Records |
Deaths |
1855 to date |
| Statutory Records |
Divorces |
1984 to date |
| Statutory Records |
Civil Partnerships |
2005 to date |
| Old Parish Registers |
Births |
1553 - 1854 |
| Old Parish Registers |
Marriages |
1553 - 1854 |
| Old Parish Registers |
Deaths |
1553 - 1854 |
| Catholic Parish Registers |
Births |
1703 - 1914 |
| Catholic Parish Registers |
Marriages |
1703 - 1939 |
| Catholic Parish Registers |
Deaths |
1703 - 1964 |
| Catholic Parish Registers |
Other events |
1703 - 1914 |
| Census |
|
1841 to 1911 |
| Wills and Testaments |
|
1523 - 1925 |
| Valuation Rolls |
|
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Workshops
Ever fancied finding out about your ancestors but don't know where to begin?
Registration staff at the Burns Monument Centre provide workshops on a Wednesday which cover all aspects of research.
Workshops on how to use the 'Scotland's People' software run every Wednesday from 9.30am - 11.30am and 2pm - 4pm. These two hour introductory sessions cost just £20 and cover all tuition and access to genealogical records from 1553 to the present day.
PC room opening hours
(Please note it is now essential to book your PC in advance)
Monday to Thursday: 9am - 4.30pm
Friday: 9am - 3.30pm
Saturday: Closed
Our Registration Offices cannot take cash payments. We can accept payment by debit/credit card or cheque.