MineArchiveMines in North Ayrshire
North Ayrshire's coal was worked from the Stevenston and Saltcoats shore, and worked early: a Newcomen engine was pumping here in 1719, only seven years after the first one anywhere, and the estate that owned it built its own harbour and canal to get the coal out to Ireland. The ruined engine house still stands on what is now a golf course.
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| Mine | Worked | Commodities |
|---|---|---|
| Auchenharvie Colliery | From 1678–Early 20th century | Coal |
| Bartonholm Colliery | By 1871–1920 | Coal |
| Bourtreehill Colliery | By 1872–1924 | Coal, Fireclay |
| Dockra Ironstone Pit | 1896–1918 (or 1921) | Coal, Ironstone |
| Doura Colliery | By the 16th century–Early 20th century | Coal, Fireclay |
| Fergushill Colliery | from By 1855 | Coal |
| Warrix Colliery | 1894–November 1950 | Coal, Fireclay |
Record created: 24 August 2026 · Last researched: 24 August 2026