7+ hour ago   (507+ words) Dobbies Garden Centre in Ayr has unveiled its programme of Christmas events for 2026, featuring Santa’s Grotto, festive breakfasts, wreath-making workshops and a special experience for four-legged family members. The garden centre says its “Best Ever Christmas” programme will offer seasonal…...

1+ day, 18+ hour ago   (839+ words) Historic buildings, churches, museums, castles and unusual locations across Ayrshire will open their doors to the public next month as part of Doors Open Days 2026. The 37th annual celebration of Scotland’s built heritage will take place across Ayrshire on Saturday 12 and…...

2+ day, 1+ hour ago   (414+ words) More than 2,000 visitors flocked to the Scottish Maritime Museum’s largest ever, free Makers and Producers Market, held across the Museum’s historic Linthouse and Courtyard on Irvine Harbourside on Saturday 15 and Sunday 16 August. Visitors enjoyed browsing and buying a wide range…...

2+ day, 11+ hour ago   (416+ words) Paddle Steamer Waverley will return to Ayr Harbour for one final sailing of 2026 following a significant rise in passenger numbers from the town. The historic vessel will depart Ayr at 2.20pm on Sunday, 30 August, bringing its Glasgow and Clyde summer programme…...

1+ week, 4+ day ago   (224+ words) The Potting Shed at Si! is welcoming customers for food, drinks and relaxed get-togethers from 10am daily. The venue offers breakfast and brunch in the morning, followed by lunch, coffee, cake and afternoon tea. In the evening, guests can enjoy dinner,…...

2+ week, 3+ hour ago   (404+ words) An Ayrshire-based graphic design studio has received national recognition after taking home Gold at the prestigious Scottish Design Awards. See Saw, run by designers Maurice Hynds and Cameron Syme, won Gold in the Campaign Design category for its work on…...

2+ week, 2+ day ago   (451+ words) Ayrshire’s tabletop gaming community is preparing for a major new event as the first-ever Ayrshire Games Expo arrives in Troon later this month. Organised by Troon Tabletop, the event will take place at Walker Hall on Saturday, August 22, from 10am until…...

2+ week, 3+ day ago   (652+ words) Review by Euan Ruddick There is something particularly satisfying about discovering a major fantasy series created close to home. and Ayrshire author L. T. Stewart continues to build an impressive world with the release of Fate of Elarion, the sixth book in…...

3+ week, 2+ hour ago   (361+ words) Proving that still today there is still expert craftsmanship, friendly service and the kind of personal touch that keeps customers coming back year after year. Owned by Billy and Claire McLean, the family business first opened its doors in 1997 and…...

3+ week, 6+ day ago   (406+ words) Rare Burns artefacts, historic documents and a printing press will help bring a pivotal moment in Scotland's literary history to life as Ayrshire commemorates the 240th anniversary of the Kilmarnock Edition. In July 1786, a little-known poet from Ayrshire saw his first…...