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Girvan

About Girvan

The seaside town of Girvan is a great destination for a relaxed holiday, or just for a day out in the sunshine. The traditional fishing harbour and wide, sandy beach have made it a place where families have enjoyed themselves for generations.  

Girvan harbour looks out to nearby Ailsa Craig, and you can catch regular boat trips out past the lighthouse to fish, or to explore the granite ‘Fairy Isle’, which is home to 40,000 gannets and is still used to make the best curling stones in the world.  

Inland, there are many popular trails for keen walkers in the hills and Carrick Forest, and no fewer than 20 different castles to explore. There are many links to Robert the Bruce and you’ll find traces of him everywhere. 

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Eat and Drink

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Scotriso Ice Cream

Scotriso ice cream is a family run business predominantly covering areas of South Ayrshire and presently occupy a seasonal licensed...
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Stay

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A Picture of Killochan Castle from an outside view.

Killochan Castle

Killochan Castle is a beautiful blend of old-world elegance with modern-day comforts, entirely yours to enjoy for the duration of...
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A photograph of Peel House Bed and Breakfast, a historic white building that once served as Girvan's old police station. The structure features traditional architecture with large windows and a neatly maintained exterior.

Peel House Bed and Breakfast 

Peel House was Girvans old police station. We provide a warm friendly atmosphere with spacious bedrooms and a private bathroom....
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Quaint kitchen area.

Miner's Cottage

Miner’s Cottage is a beautifully refurbished ex-miner’s cottage in the heart of Girvan. Very close to train station, bus routes,...
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Two grey couches and a fireplace.

Corner Cottage

Corner Cottage is a charming coastal cottage only 50 meters from the sea in the seaside town of Girvan. Two...
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Tastefully decorated bedroom

Harbour View House

Harbour View House is a fantastic three bedroom property suitable for four adults and two children. With fantastic views over...
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Things To Do

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People canoeing along a river on a lovely day.

Adventure Centre for Education

The Adventure Centre for Education is a community-based charity providing outdoor adventure activities throughout South West Scotland. Open all year....
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Girvan Tourist Information Point & Craft Shop

Girvan Tourist Information and Craft Shop provides information and friendly advice for tourists. Visitors are encouraged to call in for...
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girvan coastline from the hills

Girvan Trails

Girvan is a coastal town with great views over to Arran and Ailsa Craig. Inland, Girvan Trails are very popular...
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Go Girvan

Go Girvan is a tourist information resource for visitors to our town. We’re part of the UNESCO Biosphere, situated on...
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The Mckechnie Institute

The McKechnie Institute

The McKechnie Institute is Girvan’s cultural hub, featuring a permanent display of artefacts highlighting the town’s heritage, the McKechnie Institute...
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Stumpy tower

Stumpy Tower

Girvan’s Stumpy Tower, known as ‘Auld Stumpy’, is what remains of Girvan’s courthouse and jail. It was built in 1825-27, and is...
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What's On

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Pétanque boules on a gravel court outside.
Open all year
See listing for opening times
Free

Boules at the McKechnie Institute

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An old photograph of Girvan High Street with the text 'GIRVAN LOCAL HISTORY PROJECT'.
Monday 2 June - Monday 7 July 2025
5.30pm - 6.30pm
Free

Girvan Local History Project

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A promotional poster for an art exhibition with bold white text that reads "ART EXHIBITION" over a colorful abstract background of thick, textured paint in shades of teal, purple, orange, yellow, and white. The bottom right corner features logos for the Girvan Arts Festival, South Ayrshire Council, Foundation Scotland, and Nadara, indicating sponsorship and support.
Wednesday 4 June - Saturday 5 July 2025
See listing for opening hours
Free

Girvan Arts Festival Exhibition

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A promotional image for "The Girvan Tattie Fest Schools Art Exhibition" featuring a cartoon potato character. The potato is wearing a green tartan tam o'shanter hat and green wellies, smiling while holding a large paintbrush with red paint. Behind the character is a blank white canvas on an easel. The background is bright green. The event is sponsored by LandEnergy, whose logo appears in the bottom right corner.
Wednesday, 4 June - Saturday, 5 July 2025
See listing for venue opening times
Free

The Girvan Tattie Fest Schools Art Exhibition

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A young child is seated at a table, focused on making colorful beaded bracelets. The child is wearing a blue sweater with pink polka dots and has long brown hair. Various bright plastic beads, crafting tools, and finished bracelets in vivid colors like yellow, red, and orange are spread out on the table. The scene suggests a creative and engaging arts-and-crafts activity.
Tuesday 15 and 29 July 2025
2.30pm
Free

Hama Bead and Badge Making Workshop

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A promotional banner for the book 'El Adios' by local author Tanya Howard. The background is pink with yellow paint splatters. On the left side, there is an image of the book cover featuring a colorful abstract design with the title 'El Adios' and the author's name, Tanya Howard. On the right side, a black-and-white image shows a couple dancing tango. The text on the banner reads: 'New novel El Adios by local author Tanya Howard. Argentina is healing post-dictatorship. Rose, a journalist and grief-stricken mother, seeks revenge for the loss of her son. TANGO EXHIBITION AND BOOK EXCERPTS SESSION.
Saturday 19 July 2025
2pm
Free

Tango Exhibition and Book Excerpt Session at Girvan Library

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