The Earl of Eglinton is a title in the peerage of Scotland, created in 1507. The title is associated with the historic region of Eglinton, located in Ayrshire. The family has a rich history, with the Eglinton Castle serving as their ancestral home until it was largely destroyed by fire in the 20th century. The current holder of the title is the 24th Earl of Eglinton, who is part of the Scottish nobility. The Earl's family has been involved in various cultural and social activities, including the famous Eglinton Tournament of 1839, a grand medieval-style event that attracted significant public interest.