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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Explore what Girvan has to offer…
Beaches and Coastal Areas
With one of the most memorable stretches of coastline in the UK (all 45 miles) it should come as no surprise that we’re blessed with some of the country’s best beaches.
Ballantrae is beautiful place to visit, with a charming mixture of tranquillity and ruggedness. To the north is the harbour,...
Girvan has a beautiful, wide sandy beach with a promenade right along its length, and a large expanse of grass...
Camping and Caravaning
We are a holiday park based 10 miles from Girvan. We have the largest glamping site with hot tubs in...
Castles and Towers
South Ayrshire is home to magnificent castles and historic buildings which attract visitors from far and wide. Not only is Ayrshire famous for Robert Burns, we also boast connections with some of Scotland’s most influential historical figures such as Robert the Bruce.
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...
Culture and Heritage
South Ayrshire has plenty to attract visitors to come and explore the region and its rich culture and heritage.
Girvan’s cultural hub, featuring a permanent display of artefacts highlighting the town’s heritage, the McKechnie Institute also hosts a regular...
Cycling
Why not explore Ayrshire’s great outdoors on two wheels. With stunning scenery, coastal towns, rolling countryside and a rich heritage to discover on route, Ayrshire offers exciting opportunities for cyclists.
Cycle the hills, valleys and trails of Ayrshire and the Galloway Forest Park in the quiet, unspoilt countryside of South...
Glamping
We are a holiday park based 10 miles from Girvan. We have the largest glamping site with hot tubs in...
Golf
South Ayrshire has some of the finest golf courses in the world, including two of the Open Championship courses in Royal Troon and Turnberry.
Girvan is a popular links and parkland course which has remained largely unchanged since James Braid took advantage of the...
Hotels
Glenapp Castle is a 21-bedroom, Relais & Chateaux hotel on the Ayrshire coast and set in the heart of 110...
Museums and Galleries
Explore our museums and galleries.
Girvan’s cultural hub, featuring a permanent display of artefacts highlighting the town’s heritage, the McKechnie Institute also hosts a regular...
Self-Catering
We are a holiday park based 10 miles from Girvan. We have the largest glamping site with hot tubs in...
Sport and Adventure
With fantastic beaches, wonderful parks, and gardens to explore as well as a variety of sports for all ages and abilities, we’ve got something for everyone.
Cycle the hills, valleys and trails of Ayrshire and the Galloway Forest Park in the quiet, unspoilt countryside of South...
Swimming pools
Choose from one of our many swimming pools – Ayr Citadel, Girvan Quay Zone, Prestwick, Troon or Maybole.
Make waves in our fantastic, modern pool which is light and airy with a full glass fronted end allowing great...
Weddings
Glenapp Castle is a 21-bedroom, Relais & Chateaux hotel on the Ayrshire coast and set in the heart of 110...