Darvel became known as the "Lace Town" and Darvel Lace was known throughout the world. Factories in the town also diversified into other textiles, until the late 1970s, when the industry struggled to compete with textiles manufactured in India, China and other Far East countries.

Darvel or Dervel is a small town in Ayrshire, at the eastern end of the Irvine Valley. It is sometimes referred to as The Lang Toon ("the Long Town"). The town is known for Darvel lace. Darvel is on the A71 road that runs from Irvine on the west coast to Edinburgh on the east.

2020年8月18日 · On his return to Darvel, Alexander Morton called a meeting of lace weavers and agents and proposed that they should all co-operate to establish a new lace industry using power-driven looms.

In 1876 lace making was introduced to the Irvine Valley, and mills began to spring up in Darvel and nearby Newmilns. The valley's products were exported throughout the world, with India providing a particular market for lace, muslin and madras.

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Welcome to The Darvel Heritage Channel, your gateway to exploring the rich history of Darvel. Our site showcases a collection of fascinating images from the town’s past, including rare glimpses of special events, the historic lace industry, and Darvel’s connection to Sir Alexander Fleming and his discovery of penicillin.

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Many large mills began to emerge in the towns of Newmilns and Darvel. The industry became the largest employer in the area with Morton Young and Borland being one of the larger mills. Lace and madras weaving continued to flourish until the late 1970s, but the struggle for companies to compete with the distribution of emerging European and Asian ...

2024年6月23日 · Darvel offers several attractions for visitors to explore, including the Lanfine Estate with its stunning natural landscapes, Loudoun Hill for hiking enthusiasts, and the Darvel Lace Gallery to learn about the town’s historic lace industry.