Great Outdoors

View of the Ayrshire headland out to sea.
Great Outdoors

Great Outdoors

Immerse yourself in the great outdoors of South Ayrshire. From hiking and cycling to wildlife watching and beachcombing, discover endless opportunities for adventure in this scenic Scottish region.
Great Outdoors
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Troon
Troon
Beaches and Coastal Areas

Barassie Beach

Barassie Beach offers stunning views across the Firth of Clyde, with the Isle of Arran visible on clear days. Popular...
Barassie Beach
people jumping in the sea in protective clothing

Galloway and Southern Ayrshire Biosphere

Galloway and Southern Ayrshire Biosphere has been recognised internationally as a world class environment for people and nature. The UNESCO...
Galloway and Southern Ayrshire Biosphere
Ayr
Ayr
Aerial view of corsehill gardens

Corsehill Gardens

South Ayrshire has lots of hidden treasures, and Corsehill Gardens is one of the best. Often missed by visitors and...
Corsehill Gardens
Ayr
Ayr
aerial view of Cambusdoon Estate

Cambusdoon Estate

Cambusdoon Estate is a small, quiet estate situated on the banks of the River Doon. It’s often missed by visitors to the area,...
Cambusdoon Estate
Alloway
Alloway
Ronald Rae stone sculpture

Ronald Rae Sculptures

The Ronald Rae Sculptures titled ‘Tragic Sacrifice of Christ’ comprises five sculptures in Rozelle Park to the rear of Rozelle...
Ronald Rae Sculptures
Alloway
Alloway
The pond at rozelle

Rozelle Estate

Rozelle Estate is now a beautiful park, gifted to the public in 1968. The gardens combine mature woodland, rhododendron walks and an ornamental pond; and it’s a relaxing place...
Rozelle Estate
Ayr
Ayr
Walled garden at Belleisle

Belleisle Estate

Belleisle Estate is a great day out for families, with a deer park, a well-equipped children’s play park, woodland walks and...
Belleisle Estate
Alloway
Alloway
wood carving

Remembrance Woodland, Rozelle

South Ayrshire Council’s poignant Remembrance Woodland – featuring a stunning tree sculpture trail – was created as part of the...
Remembrance Woodland, Rozelle
Ayr
Ayr
Brightly coloured play park with slides.

Ayr Beach Park

Ayr Beach Park is located right next the beach and is just a short walk from the town centre. Nearby,...
Ayr Beach Park
river ayr

River Ayr Way

The River Ayr Way is Scotland’s first source to sea path, which begins at Glenbuck and follows the river for...
River Ayr Way

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