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Ayr

About Ayr

Once a bustling market town and international port, the historic town of Ayr is still thriving. It has lots of excellent shops, lively bars, well-run hotels and restaurants, plus a wide range of attractions for the whole family.

Along the wide Victorian esplanade, you’ll find an exciting play park and wide sandy beaches that are just perfect for a leisurely walk, a dip in the sea, or for enjoying a delicious ice cream.

Ayr Racecourse hosts regular meetings, from the Scottish Grand National to the Ayrshire Handicap and Ayr Gold Cup. For golf enthusiasts, you can play at Belleisle, Seafield and Dalmilling courses, or for art and culture, there’s the Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, the Maclaurin Art Gallery or new Ayrshire talent at regular exhibitions and creative markets at The Grain Exchange.

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Eat and Drink

Ayr
An overhead shot shows four white square plates with various food items on a speckled gray surface. In the center, a plate holds a classic smash burger with melted cheese and pickles on a bun. To its upper left, another plate features a similar burger, partially visible. On the lower left, a plate presents two wraps with lettuce and sauce, accompanied by a small blue bowl of white dip. The plate on the upper right contains a generous portion of fried chicken strips and curly fries, along with a small blue bowl of golden cheese sauce. The plate on the lower right also has fried chicken and curly fries.

Strips N Dips

Strips N Dips is a popular takeaway and delivery restaurant. They specialise in American-style comfort food, offering a diverse menu...
Ayr
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Vegan Earth

Welcome to Vegan Earth, Ayrshire’s pioneering plant-based café where everything on the menu is completely vegan – no need to...
Ayr
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Pizzaioli Ltd

Established in 2022, Pizzaioli are an Authentic Italian Pizzeria based at 37 Sangate, in the heart of Ayr. Our newly...
Ayr
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Belleisle Golf Course Café/Bar

Belleisle Golf Course Café/BarIf you’re for a breakfast roll before your round of golf or a meal and a drink...
Ayr
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The Cafe Victoria

Nestled in the heart of Ayr, a charming coastal town, The Cafe Victoria has emerged as the newest hotspot for...
Ayr
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Mr Basrai’s World Cuisines

Mr Basrai’s World Cuisines serves up a delectable buffet that has a wide array of global cuisines all under one...
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Magical Boltholes

Magical Boltholes, Luxury coastal cottages near Ayr with breathtaking views over the Firth of Clyde to Arran. Boutique, family-friendly and...
Ayr
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The Nook, Ayr - Coorie Doon Stays

Our gorgeous The Nook is a basement apartment in Ayr that has been recently refurbished and is located centrally, off...
Ayr
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The Marine, Ayr - Coorie Doon Stays

The Marine is a spacious 2-bed apartment only a 1-minute walk from the beach. Perfect to get out and have...
Ayr
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Peebles House - Coorie Doon Stays

Peebles House is a bright and airy one bedroom apartment which has been freshly decorated throughout. Comfortably sleeping 2, this...
Ayr
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The Mila, Ayr - Coorie Doon Stays

The Mila is a recently refurbished 3-bedroom house, only 350 yards from Ayr Racecourse. Featuring free private and on-street parking,...
Ayr
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No. 7 Ayr Beach - Coorie Doon Stays

Welcome to No. 7 Ayr Beach, a bright and modern second floor apartment. Relax on our balcony in the evening...
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Things To Do

Ayr
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Treasure Trails of the Unexpected

Treasure Trails of the Unexpected is continually expanding its portfolio of affordable treasure hunts throughout the South Ayrshire area, using...
Ayr
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Scot 2B Kilts

Scot 2B Kilts offers a full range of highland wear and accessories, including our renowned £395 full outfit deal.
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Ayr Citadel Taxis

Ayr Citadel Taxis specialises in offering a professional, reliable, and respectable taxi service throughout Ayrshire. At Ayr Citadel Taxis we promise...
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Dominion

Dominion Ayr is Scotland’s Premier Tabletop Gaming Location with 2500 Square Feet of gaming space boasting (18) 6×4 Tables, Loads...
Ayr
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Astoria Cinema

Merlin Cinemas’ Astoria first opened in 1938. It is the single surviving purpose-built Odeon in Scotland. Designed by Thomas Braddock,...
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SiamThai.land - Traditional Thai Massage

I’m an experienced Thai/Scot who has had a passion for Thai massage since a very early age, always giving massages...
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What's On

Ayr
The image is a diptych, combining two distinct visuals related to gardening. On the left, a close-up photograph shows a person's hands carefully planting a small seedling with vibrant green leaves into dark, rich soil. The person is using a small hand trowel to create a hole. The background is a blurred expanse of lush green foliage, suggesting a natural outdoor setting. The focus is sharply on the hands and the delicate seedling, emphasizing the act of nurturing new growth. The person's clothing suggests they are likely an adult. On the right is a graphic poster with a bright yellow background. The title "UNEARTHED" is prominently displayed in large, textured black letters with splatters and distressed edges, giving it an organic and slightly rugged feel. Below it, in a smaller, cleaner black font, reads "The Power of Gardening". To the right of "UNEARTHED", the letters "ED" are stacked vertically in a similar textured black font. In the bottom right corner, a small hand fork garden tool is shown stuck in dark soil, with a few small green sprouts emerging. The British Library logo in red and white is located in the upper right corner, and the Living Knowledge Network logo is in the upper left. The overall effect of the diptych is to connect the practical, hands-on act of gardening with a broader theme or event, likely related to the "UNEARTHED: The Power of Gardening" initiative by the British Library and the Living Knowledge Network.
Saturday, 10 May - Saturday, 30 August 2025
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Free

Unearthed: The Power of Gardening Exhibition

Ayr
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20 May - 2 August 2025
Free

Scottish Stampings: A BIG NOISE in Ayr’s Industrial History

Ayr
Colourful stained-glass-style illustration titled 'The Pageant of Ayrshire' with five vertical panels framed in an ornate border of Celtic patterns. Each panel represents a region of Ayrshire, Scotland, with symbolic imagery. From left to right: Panel 1 shows a farmer working in a sunlit field with the caption 'Kyle for a Man'; Panel 2 depicts cows grazing in green pastures with the caption 'Carrick for a Cow'; Panel 3 features a central religious figure in bishop's robes labeled 'The Spirit of Ayrshire'; Panel 4 shows a woman churning milk into dairy products in a brick dairy labeled 'Cunningham for Butter and Cheese'; Panel 5 depicts sheep on rolling hills with the caption 'And Galloway for Oats.' Each panel is set within a pointed gothic window design, and the entire piece is rich with intricate, medieval-style detailing.
31 May – 31 August 2025
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Free

The Pageant of Ayrshire

Ayr
A room decorating with colourful bunting. Tables set-up for colouring activities for children.
Now until 31 August 2025
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Free

Pageant of Ayrshire Family Craft Activities

Ayr
Concert scene in a grand venue with dramatic stage lighting, smoke effects, and a cheering crowd. A musician stands on stage with one arm raised, illuminated by curved light structures. Text on the right side reads: 'Kevin Kerr – Artist in Residence' in bold white and yellow fonts on a black background
30 July - 15 August 2025
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Free

Artist in Residence- Kevin Kerr ‘Resonance’

Ayr
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Every Saturday from 5 July - 30 August 2025
10am - 12pm
Free

Auld Kirk of Ayr Open to Visitors

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