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Ayr
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Ayr
- South Ayrshire - Scotland's Main West Coast Resort by Simon
Haughtone
Ayr - South Ayrshire - has long
stone quays running out towards the sea, which are a reminder that Ayr
was once the chief port of Western Scotland. Today it is Scotland's principal
west coast resort, with two and a half miles of safe, sandy beaches and
a variety of seaside amusements. Early in the morning the beach is a favourite
exercise ground for horses that compete at the local racecourse.
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swimming pool complex close to the beach includes a sauna, Turkish baths,
and a fully equipped gymnasium. Sea anglers catch flounders, dabs, dogfish,
cod, and mullet on the Newton shore, and there is a fishing festival held
in September. Boats may be hired at Ayr Bay, and there are sailing clubs
around the busy working harbour. You can easily purchase some fish to take
home for your dinner.
The River Ayr cuts through
the centre of the town, where it is crossed by two bridges close together
- the Twa Brigs. The Auld Brig dates from the thirteenth century and was
the scene of a battle between the Kennedys of Cassillis and the rival Kennedys
of Bargany in 1601. The bridge is very narrow, as Robert Burns observed
in his poem The Brigs of Ayr. He also described the town in his poem Tam
o'Shanter as "Auld Ayr wham ne'er a town surpasses for honest men and bonnie
lasses".
Benefactions from wealthy
residents have given Ayr a number of public parks. Craigie Park has scenic
riverside walks; Belleisle Park includes a walled garden, an aviary, a
deer park, and two of Ayr's three golf courses. Rozelle Park has a pond
with swans, wooded walks, nature trails, and an art gallery. A three day
flower show, the largest in western Scotland, is held in Ayr in August.
On Tuesdays and Thursdays
Ayr becomes a bustling market town, when farmers from around arrive to
sell their livestock.
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Canterholm
Guest House - B&B, Ayr
Canter Holm Bed and Breakfast
is Ideally located a few minutes walk from Ayr town centre/Ayr Train Station,
and in close proximity to Ayr seafront. In mid 2010, each guest room, the
entrance hall and lounge / dining room have received a professional redesign
and refurbishment to even high standards. Wifi, flat screen TV, and exquisite
décor and furnishings complement our contemporary ambience within
this fine, Ayrshire building. Our well-appointed ground guest floor room
is most suited for the less mobile guest, and this en-suite, delightfully
furnished room provides direct access to our garden area. |
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Greenan
Lodge - B&B, Ayr
Situated on the beautiful
west coast of Scotland, in the heart of Burns Country, Greenan Lodge offers
guests excellent modern facilities and warm hospitality recognised both
locally and internationally. Our family-run guest house is situated in
a quiet location 5 minutes south of Ayr town centre, nestling at the foot
of the Carrick Hills adjacent to Greenan Castle, and a short walk from
Greenan Shore. You get the best of both worlds here, a quiet locale that
is ideal for relaxing after a long trip, yet within five minutes drive
you can reach notable restaurants, local golf courses, Burns Cottage, Brig
O'Doon, coastal walks and town centre shopping. The famous Culzean Castle
Country Park is a 15 minute drive south. |
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Holiday
Inn Express Ayr
The Express by Holiday Inn
Ayr Hotel is located just 3.5 miles from Glasgow Prestwick International
Airport and from some of the best Golf Courses in Scotland. These include
the 2009 Open Championship venue of Turnberry and another Open Golf
Championship Course, Royal Troon and many more. The hotel is just minutes
walk away from Ayr Racecourse which holds the Ayr Gold Cup every September.
The Express by Holiday Inn Ayr is a stylish hotel offering complimentary
breakfast including a hot option and free Wi-Fi access in the Great Room. |
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Ramada
Ayr
Stay at the seafront Ramada
Ayr in the heart of Scotland's Burns Country, with sweeping views of the
Isle of Arran. Explore the Ayrshire coastline from your base at the Ramada
Ayr hotel, overlooking the seafront promenade and a few steps away from
the bustle of Ayr High Street. Work out in the gym, take a yoga class
or enjoy a swim and sauna in our Sebastian Coe Health Club. Golf lovers
can tee off with more than 20 clubs on our doorstep, including the championship
courses at Turnberry, Troon and Prestwick. Sample malt whiskies and catch
a game on TV in the Arts Bar, dine brasserie-style or tuck into an indulgent
afternoon cream tea at the Ramada Ayr hotel. |
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Savoy Park Hotel, Ayr
The Savoy Park has been
under the stewardship of the Henderson family for over forty years. You'll
experience genuine hospitality, friendly, professional service and excellent
fresh homemade food. At the Savoy Park you are only minutes walk from the
town centre and train station, with frequent links to Glasgow and Prestwick
Airport, only a 15 minute drive from the hotel. A short stroll along tree
lined avenues brings you to Ayr's seafront, with spectacular views over
to Arran. We genuinely desire that your stay with us will be comfortable
and relaxing whether you are here for business or pleasure. Rest assured,
we will do everything possible to make it so. Please feel free to make
our hotel your home from home. |
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The
Old Racecourse Hotel, Ayr
Excellently located close
to the town centre and the beach, the Old Racecourse Hotel is a great base
for visiting some of Scotland's greatest golf courses, Burns Country, excellent
fishing and the beautiful vistas of Arran and the Clyde Estuary. Of course
our name associates us with racing. The old course is no more but the "new"
course, home of the Scottish Grand National and the Ayr Gold Cup, is only
a few minutes drive away. Whether you are staying in one of our newly refurbished
bedrooms or simply visiting to enjoy our cosy bar and excellent and highly
rated menu, a warm welcome to our guests is always guaranteed from your
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