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Ayrshire and Arran

Ayrshire & Arran

The wonderful region of Ayrshire & Arran offers an extensive selection of great things to see and do. Play a range of challenging golf courses, battle the waves in a kayak or tackle one of the rugged peaks on The Isle of Arran. You'll find varied wildlife, tempting local food, drinks and crafts, and a fascinating history and heritage.

Golf

With almost 50 courses, golf in Ayrshire & Arran has something for all abilities of golfer. Find golf courses in Ayrshire & Arran.

Royal Troon Golf Club

Beaches

With 80 miles of unspoilt coastline, the beaches in Ayrshire & Arran are some of the finest anywhere in Scotland. Find beaches in Ayrshire & Arran.

A couple walking along the beach at Brodick Bay

Events

From Highland Games to music festivals and the Scottish Grand National, Ayrshire & Arran puts on a wide range of eclectic events and festivals throughout the year. Find events and festivals in Ayrshire & Arran.

Burns storytelling at the Brig o' Doon

Activities & sports

Whether you’re looking to get involved in some cycling, walking or a number of fantastic watersports, Ayrshire & Arran is the perfect destination for activities and sports. Find details of activities and sports in Ayrshire & Arran.

Eglington Country Park

Buildings & monuments

Find details on the castles, historic houses, wonderful monuments and Neolithic standing stones you can visit in Ayrshire & Arran.

Lochranza Castle

Food & drink

Find information on the cafes, restaurants, pubs and bars where you can enjoy delicious food and drink in Ayrshire & Arran.

Cheeses at a farmers' market

Parks & gardens

There are a number of wonderful parks in Ayrshire & Arran such as Belleisle, Castlehill and Eglinton Country Park to get out, grab some fresh air and enjoy the great outdoors. Find parks and gardens in Ayrshire & Arran.

Flowering shrub in the gardens of Brodick Castle

Museums

The museums and galleries of Ayrshire & Arran are home to a number of unique and high quality exhibitions and displays. Find museums and galleries in Ayrshire & Arran.

Robert Burns Birthplace Museum sign

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Ice cream with Nardini's ice cream parlour in the background

Haggis in Burns Country

With 80 miles of unspoilt coastline and farmland, Ayrshire & Arran offers a wealth of fresh seasonal ingredients.

Exterior of Brodick Castle which is floodlit at night

History and heritage of Ayrshire & Arran

In this wonderful part of the world you can uncover a different century each day.

Merida and her horse take in the stunning views of Brave's glens

Brave

Bring Brave to life across Ayrshire & Arran and uncover a great selection of activities and attractions.

Close up of the sign for Craft Town Scotland

Burns, books, crafts and music

With many great events and attractions, visit Ayrshire & Arran and celebrate the region's cultural scene.

Views across one of the greens at Lamlash Golf Course.

Golf in Ayrshire & Arran

Scotland is The Home of Golf and Ayrshire is birthplace to the sport’s most prestigious tournament, the Open Championship.

View of Lochranza Castle at sunrise

Boat trips, Burns and country parks

Ayrshire & Arran boasts a number of great attractions that includes castles, boat trips and museums.

Kayaks on the shore at the SportScotland National Centre in Cumbrae

Activities in Ayrshire & Arran

Get active in Ayrshire & Arran with a range of outdoor activities on offer including walking, cycling and watersports.

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