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Family events
at Culzean Castle and Country Park
& Robert Burns Birthplace Museum
We’ve lined up lots of family fun this summer!
At Culzean …
Culzean Summer Fair
Sun 28 Jul, 10.30am-4pm
Take home your piece of Ayrshire! Over 40 stalls to
browse featuring local produce from cheeses and
whisky to chocolates and more! A fun filled day of
family entertainment awaits!
The Wind in the Willows
Wed 7 Aug, 6.30-9pm
Treat your family to an exciting outdoor performance
of this classic tale! Bring a picnic and prepare for lots
of family fun! Secure your tickets at www.nts.org.uk
At Burns …
Family Fun Day
Sun 21 Jul, 12-5pm
a place for families
Bring your favourite teddy for a day of fun including
a teddy bear’s picnic! There’ll be kids theatre, owls,
face painting, a bouncy castle and much more.
Great fun for all the family!
For family events throughout Scotland visit
www.nts.org.uk
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ONGOING EXHIBITIONS
Event: BURNSIANA: NEW CONTEMPORARY
ART EXHIBITION
Date(s): Ongoing – Sun 15th Sept
Venue: Robert Burns Birthplace Museum,
Alloway, Ayr
Calum Colvin is one of Scotland’s leading contemporary
artists and has a long-standing interest in Burns. His
innovative and distinctive work incorporates sculpture,
painting and photography. This exhibition will feature
Burns-related work created over several years.
Event: THE MACLAURIN OPEN FINE ART EXHIBITION
Date(s): Ongoing – Sun 7th July
Venue: MacLaurin Galleries
2013 is the inaugural year for The Maclaurin Open, which
is a new fine art exhibition project giving opportunity to
artists working in Scotland to submit work for selection
and display in the Maclaurin Art Gallery. Tel: 01292 443708
Event: RODDY MCKENZIE – ART FROM THE
ELECTRIC BRAE
Date(s): Ongoing – Sun 28th July
Venue: Harbour Arts Centre, Irvine
Main Gallery. Ayrshire Artist Roddy works teaches and
exhibits both at home and abroad. This exhibition is
a witty, surreal, reinterpretation of existing images
commenting on location, setting and meaning.
Event: AYR SKETCH CLUB MEMBERS EXHIBITION
Date(s): Sun 14th July – Sun 4th Aug
Venue: MacLaurin Galleries
Ayr Sketch Club, founded in 1901, continues to maintain
the spirit of its founding and early artist members with
a selection of recent paintings by current members. Tel:
01292 443708
ONGOING EVENTS
Event: FAMILY FRIENDLY TOURS
Date(s): Ongoing, weekdays July and August :
12pm, 2pm and 3pm
Venue: Burns Cottage, Alloway, Ayr
Take a 30-minute fun tour of Burns Cottage, try making
butter and explore the clothing of Burn’s time! Free
Event: TODDLERS SUMMER CAFÉ (PRE-SCHOOL)
Date(s): Mon 1st July: 10am – 2pm Every Mon & Tue
Venue: The Carrick Centre, Culzean Road, Maybole
Soft play and face painting. Call 01655 883222 for more
information
ANTIQUE &
COLLECTORS FAIRS
Citadel leisure Centre,
south BeaCh road, ayr
Saturday 27th July
Saturday 31st August
10am - 4.30pm • Adults £1.50
www.scotfairs.co.uk
01764 654340/654555
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Event: TRADITIONAL PLAY
Date(s): Ongoing – Sun 6th Oct: 2pm - 4pm
Venue: Culzean Castle & Country Park, Maybole
Try your hand at old fashioned games. Join NTS staff for
a short traditional play session where families can try
old-fashioned toys and games together. Activities vary
and will take place at the visitor centre in fine weather alternative location if inclement. Ticket price included in
admission cost. Tel: 0844 4932148
Event: PADDLE STEAMER WAVERLEY CRUISE AILSA CRAIG
Date(s): Every Mon Cruise Alisa Craig from July 15th Aug 26th. Leave 2.45pm back 7pm
Venue: Ayr Harbour, South Side of Harbour
Tickets: £21 Adults £19 Seniors. Tel: 0845 130 4647.
www.waverleyexcursions.co.uk
Event: FAMILY FUN TOURS
Date(s): Ongoing – Sun 27th Oct: 11.30am – 12.15pm
Venue: Culzean Castle & Country Park
Family orientated tours of the castle. Join us for this family
tour of the castle with more touching, more talking, and
a different way of looking at the past. Tours begin in the
Castle Armoury and end in the Georgian Kitchen. Tour is
included in normal Castle admission. Tel: 0844 4932149
Event: SCOTTISH MARITIME MUSEUM
Date: Open Daily Until 22nd Dec: 10am – 5pm
Venue: Scottish Maritime Museum, Gottries Road,
Irvine
Kids go free as we celebrate the grand reopening of the
Scottish Maritime Museum. Climb aboard and explore
amazing vessels, interactive exhibits and even build and
test your own model boat on our indoor boating pond.
Make the Museum your first port of call this Summer. Tel:
01294 278 283
Event: KA LEISURE SUMMER FUN ACTIVITIES
Date(s): Ongoing throughout July & Aug
Venue: Various KA Leisure Venues, North Ayrshire
No need to be bored this Summer, KA Leisure has an
action packed programme full of fantastic activites to
keep the kids entertained, including Swimming, Tennis,
Dance Camps, Football Camps, Kids Fitness Sessions,
Survival Skills, Water Polo, Diving Skills, Athletics,
Gymnastics and so much more check out www.kaleisure.
com for more details.
Event: AMAZING MAIZE MAZE
Date(s): End Of July Onwards
Venue: Catrine House Coffee Shop, Just off The A76
between Mauchline & Auchinleck
Catrine House Coffee Shop & Ice Cream Parlour’s ‘Amazing
Maize Maze’ opens end July 2013. Come & get lost in our
new attraction for all the family. Open daily 10am to 5pm.
Please contact us for exact maze launch date nearer the
time on 01290 552093 www.ayrshireicecream.co.uk.
Children’s Parties & Nursery Sessions also available!
EVENT: JO JINGLES MUSIC AND MOVEMENT CLASSES
FOR CHILDREN
Date(s): Summer Specials & Full Class Schedule
Term Time
Venues: Various see below
Jo
Jingles
provides
quality educational and
fun, music, singing and
movement
classes
for
babies and young children.
Offering small classes and
specialising in age-specific,
child-orientated
musical
enjoyment. Become a “Jo
Jingler’ (ages 2 - 5 yrs), a Jingle
Toddler (walking - 2 yrs) or a Jingle Baby (from 3 months
- walking). Babies under 5 months old are FREE. Classes
all over Ayrshire and also available for nursery bookings,
toddler groups and play groups as well as parties. Summer
Specials in Kilmarnock, Irvine, Prestwick, Ayr & Troon - see
website for full details Term Time: Mondays - Henderson
Church Scout Hall, Kilmarnock. Tuesdays - Vineburgh
Community Centre, Irvine/ Castlehill Church Halls, Ayr/
St Meddan’s Church Halls, Troon, Wednesdays - Prestwick
Tennis Centre, Prestwick. Thursdays - Citadel Leisure
Centre, Ayr, Fridays - Portland Church Halls, Troon/ Claud
Hamilton Hall, Coylton. For more details contact Kerry on
0782 5159743, email: [email protected], join us
on facebook: www.facebook.com/jojinglesayrshire or
visit our website: www.jojingles.com/ayrshire
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Event: SUMMER FUN AT AYR CENTRAL
Date(s): Ongoing until 17th Aug- Every Sat
Venue: Ayr Central Shopping Centre
Every Saturday include Monty the balloon man – an
extraordinary balloon modeller and clown, face painter
and Frenchie and other popular presenters from West FM.
Free balloons
and on
Ayr Central
rock giveaways.
For
details
classes
Event: THE GAIETY WHIRL
throughout
AYRSHIRE
Date(s): Ongoing - Sun 7th July : 2.30pm & 7.30pm
Venue:
The
Gaiety
Call
Kerry on Theatre, Ayr
Michael Courtney, Producer, Director and Star of last years
[email protected]
Gaiety’s opening Pantomime ‘Cinderella’ returns to the
Gaiety this summer with another spectacular show – ‘The
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All New Gaiety Whirl’ – bringing back the tradition that
started in the 30’s, ‘The All New Gaiety Whirl’ promises a
show that will be the talk of the town with its Glamour,
Glitz, West End Singers, Magic, Dancing, Comedy, Show
Girls and a spanking new
variety show full of top class
entertainment for all the
family to enjoy. The voice
that is Michael Courtney pulls
the whole evening together
accompanied by a fantastic
cast and live band, and finished
off with spectacular lighting
and stunning costumes. A
Pure Slice of Entertainment
and definitely one not to miss!
Tickets: £16.50/£15.50(conc)
Tel: 01292 288235
0782 5159743
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Week Commencing Mon 1st July
Event: SUMMER NATURE CAMP
Date(s): Mon 1st – Fri 5th July: 11am – 3pm
Venue: Dean Castle & Country Park, Kilmarnock
Summer Nature Camp is a unique and exciting
‘educational adventure’ for young people of 8 years and
older. This week long, day camp offers a once in a lifetime
opportunity for a behind the scenes look at the workings
of Dean Castle Country Park and the Countryside Ranger
Tickets: £50 per week. Tel: 01563 554734
Event: SUMMER FUN!
Date(s): Tue 2nd July – Thur 12th Sept: 2pm
(Tue, Wed, Thur)
Take part in fun workshops for families - try Journey
Journals, ceilidh dancing or family ranger sessions. Tel:
0844 493 2601
Event: HALF DAY HIKE
Date(s): Wed 3rd July: 11.30am – 3.30pm
A longer walk through the park to areas that you may
not have seen before, with a stop for lunch. Meet at the
Visitor Centre and bring a packed lunch. Children must be
accompanied. Normal admission applies. Tickets: Adult £2, child - £1. Tel: 0844 4932148
Event: THE BASEMENT PRESENTS
UNDER THE BRIDGE
Date(s): Thu 4th July: 8pm
Venue: The Basement Coffee House,
13 Old Bridge Street, Ayr
Ramisco Maki Maki Rocking Horse, Ryan Morcombe
& Gavin Templeton. The eccentric ‘Rocking Horse’
recently won BBC RAPAL’s Gaelic Song of the Year 2013.
£4 Includes Bring your Own Bottle. Tel: 01292 284525.
www.thebasementayr.com
Event: HARMONISE YOGA
Date(s): Thur 4th July: 7.15pm – 8.45pm
(Six Week Block)
£6 per person. Call 01655 883222 for more information.
Event: SUMMER SYMPHONY - FRINGE EVENTS
Date(s): Fri 5th & Sat 6th July: 11am – 3pm
Venue: King Street, Kilmarnock
Don’t miss two days of fantastic FREE street
events. Take part in Italian Chalking Art and
Action Painting on the streets of Kilmarnock, as we create
massive works of art in our very own outdoor gallery
of Modern Art! Watch out for the Art Police, who may
issue you with a Cultural Truancy Ticket, or why not visit
Harbuck and Futtock, Milliners of Distinction who will
make you an original hat to order! Enjoy opera for wee
folk with Scottish Opera, storytelling, creative workshops
and much more. Opera for Wee Folk 5th & 6th Jul 11.45 –
12.15pm & 1.45 – 2.15pm price £1 per child.
Event: THE CARRICK SENIOR CITIZENS LUNCH CLUB
Date(s): Fri 5th July: 12 noon – 2pm
Two course lunch with coffee or tea, friendly chat and a
warm environment. £3.00 per person. Call to let us know
you’re coming. Tel: 01655 883222
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Event: TURNBERRY BEACH RUGBY
Date(s): Fri 5th - Sun 7th July
Venue: Turnberry Beach,
Maidens, Ayrshire
Guys & girls teams from all over Scotland compete
for the title of Turnberry Beach Rugby Champions
2013. Saturdays non stop explosive beach rugby will
commence at midday with Bar and Food available all day
and all night. For more details visit the event on facebook.
www.facebook.com/Turnberrybeachrugby
Date(s): Sat 6th July: 11.30am – 3.30pm
Fiona Shields and Niall from West FM will provide
the music, competitions and games. Plus Monty the
balloon man, FREE face painting and a caricaturist.
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Event: LIVE MUSIC AT THE BASEMENT
Date(s): Sat 6th July: 8pm
Nevada Base, Crash Club & Voltergeist. Up and coming
Scottish electronica £7 @ door or £5 online BYOB. Tel:
01292 284525. www.thebasementayr.com
Event: AYRSHIRE FARMERS MARKET
Date(s): Sat 6th July: 9am – 1pm
Venue: Kyle Centre Car Park, Ayr
When you buy from a farmers market, you can talk
directly to the producer, be sure that the produce is fresh
and prepared to the highest standard. You can also be
sure that the sum paid is going to the farmer / producer
and not to middlemen or on unnecessary packaging.It is
important to remember that by using these venues that
you are supporting the local economy and sustaining
local jobs. www,ayrshirefarmersmarket.co.uk
Event: KELBURN GARDEN PARTY
Date(s): Sat 6th– Sun 7th July
Venue: Kelburn Country Park, Largs
Truly independent and boutique, The Garden Party is an
utterly unique event in a spectacular setting on Scotland’s
West Coast. The line-up features an unparalleled range
of musical styles and top quality performers assembled
especially for your enjoyment. Aside from all the
wonderful music, there is ample activities and attractions
for kids, both big and small, as well as many secret gigs
and goings-on in nooks and crannies around the site. The
festival is free from corporate interference, and is brought
to life by the tireless efforts of the organisers, volunteers,
performers and of course you, our friendly campers and
dancers! Tel: 01475 568 685
Event: ARTS & CRAFT FAIR
Date(s): Sat 6th July: 11am – 4.30pm
Venue: Troon Concert Hall, South Beach, Troon
Ayrshire’s BIGGEST monthly indoor craft fair. With
thousands of hand-crafted items at affordable prices it’s
a great place to buy unique gifts & cards, or just to treat
yourself! With 40 stalls and new crafters every month
there is always something new to see - escape the cold
weather and enjoy browsing the fantastic crafts in the
warm and dry Admission to the event is FREE, so why not
pop in and take a look? www.ayrshirecraftfair.co.uk
Event: LIVE MUSIC WITH THE GAS MONKEY’S
Date(s): Sat 6th July
Venue: Newton Arms, Main Street, Ayr.
Tel: 01292 261674. www.thenewtonarms.co.uk
Event: STEAM DAYS
Date(s): Every Sun In July: 7th, 14th, 21st & 28th:
11am – 4.30pm
Venue: Dunaskin Heritage Centre, Dalmellington
Road, Waterside, Patna, KA6 7JF
Steam hauled brake van rides over 1/3 mile*, cafe with
light refreshments, shop, museum & live steam G-gauge
model railway. Please note: *steam locomotive subject to
availability. Please contact the A.R.P.G. Information line
01292 269260. www.arpg.org.uk
Event: SEA KAYAK SAFARI
Date(s): Sun 7th July: 12.30pm – 2.30pm
Enjoy a paddle along Culzean’s coastline in a kayak
looking at geology, natural history and history. Minimum
age 12yrs old, children must be accompanied. Weather
permitting. Tickets: £25. Tel: 0844 4932148
For details on classes
throughout AYRSHIRE
Call Kerry on 0782 5159743
[email protected]
www.jojingles.com/ayrshire
Event: A PLAY, A PIE AND A PINT
Date(s): Tue 9th – Sat 13th July
Venue: The Gaiety Theatre, Ayr
The renowned theatre experience is brought once more
to The Gaiety Studio Theatre. This time round with an
Oran Mor Classic Cut – ‘Three Sisters’ by Anton Chekhov,
adapted by Viv Adam. Comedy or tragedy? Or absurdist
theatre? Chekhov’s “Three Sisters” has divided critics and
audiences ever since its first production. In an absurdist
setting, using Chekov’s original words, the sisters are
still trapped 15 years later, but now in a waiting room
surrounded by the ghosts and memories of characters
who have brought them to this point….. Remember
Claire Knight, Julie Duncan and Joyce Falconer as River
City’s three sisters Roisin, Shona and Iona? Now they play
Chekhov’s Olga, Masha and Irina and the city they long for
is Moscow. Tickets: £12 includes a play and a pie (pints are
extra!) Suppertime performances on Fri 12 & Sat 13 Jul at
7pm; lunchtime performances from Tue 9 to Sat 13 Jul at
12 noon. Tel: 01292 288235
Event: ARCHAEOLOGY TRAIL
Date(s): Tue 9th July: 2pm – 3.30pm
Culzean’s hidden history. Enjoy a ranger led walk looking
at Culzean’s hidden history. Meet at the Visitor Centre.
Ticket price included in admission cost. Tel: 0844 4932148
Event: OPEN STAGE AT THE BASEMENT
Date(s): Wed 10th July: 7.30pm
The Basement opens it’s stage up to anyone and
anything. Ran in conjunction with local poet and story
writer Rosie Mapplebeck, this event is sure to appeal to
everyone. We’re giving a home to creativity, so whether
you’re a story teller, poet, stand up comedian, singer, play
an instrument, want to act out a scene... whether the
material is recited or original, if it’s your first time on stage
or thousandth, it doesn’t matter, not at all, we want to see
you, down here to make use of our stage, because at this
event, It’s your stage. You don’t need to perform to come
along, if you’re a fan of watching and listening to different
mediums, if you just fancy a good night out then this is
not to be missed Entry £3 on the door and there’s a £2
corkage charge if you want to bring down some alcohol,
though of course the Coffee Bar and kitchen are open.
Tel: 01292 284525. www.thebasementayr.com
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Event: ARMED FORCES FAMILY RACEDAY
Date(s): Sun 7th July : Gates open 12pm
Venue: Ayr Racecourse
Lovable children’s character Peppa Pig is coming to Ayr back by popular demand! The cheeky little piggy will be
making five appearances at intervals throughout the day.
Don’t forget to bring your camera as there will be plenty
of photo opportunities with Peppa. All children under the
age of 16 go FREE if accompanied by an adult and all the
Family Entertainment is also FREE. Peppa Pig is sure to be a
big hit with all the children and in addition there are many
more attractions including the fantastic inflatable Lazer
Quest, fun fair rides, mega fun trampolines, pony rides,
face painting & glitter tattoos, sand art, a fantastic creative
station with a variety of arts and crafts, a circus & magic
show.. and lots lots more including an equisizer for children
to hone their jockey skills. Tickets: Single Enclosure - £16.
Tel: 01292 264179
Event: TRANSFORMERS
Date(s): Sun 7th July: 2pm - 4pm
Take home one of nature’s own transformers, watch it
change from a crawly caterpillar to a beautiful winged
butterfly. Tickets: £2 per catterpillar. Tel: 01563 554734
Sing Along with Jo Jingles!
Fun Music, Singing & Movement Classes
for children aged 3 months to 5 years
Children’s Parties & Nursery Sessions also available!
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Week Commencing Mon 8th July
Event: WILLIAM HILL RACEDAY
Date(s): Mon 8th July: Gates open 12pm
The first of four July Mondays at Ayr is the William Hill
Raceday with seven races which get under way at 2pm.
Tickets: Single Enclosure - £15. Tel: 01292 264179
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Event: KA LEISURE BIG DAYS
Date(s): Wed 10th July: 11am – 4pm
Venue: Magnum Leisure Centre, Irvine
Loads of family fun with inflatables, swimming, and much
more. Cost £3 per person. Additional cost applies for
hair braiding, canvas painting and face painting, £1 per
activity. For more details visit www.kaleisure.com
Event: WILD WEDNESDAYS
Date(s): Wed 10th Jul - Wed 31st Jul: 2pm – 4pm
Venue: Eglinton Country Park
Nature based activites for children aged 7 - 11 years. To
book please contact the Visitor Centre on 01294 551776.
Wednesday 10th Jul 2pm – 4pm. Wednesday 17th Jul
2pm – 4pm. Wednesday 24th Jul 2pm – 4pm. Wednesday
31st Jul 2pm – 4pm. Meet at the Visitor Centre. Tickets:
50p per child. Tel: 01294 551776
Event: KILMARNOCK FAIR FESTIVAL
Date(s): Wed 10th – Sat 13th July
Venue: Centrestage Music Theatre,
James Little Street, Kilmarnock
Featuring, Donnie Munro with
support from Trusty and the Foe
and Melisa Kelly. Brian Kennedy
with support from Sean
Kennedy and Laurrie Withers.
Kilmarnock
Edition
with
support from Baltimore League
and Terms and Conditions,
for the full line up visit www.
kilmarnockfairfestival.co.uk
Event: PSYCHIC BUFFET EVENING
Date(s): Thur 11th July: 7pm
Venue: Ayr United F.C. Hospitality Suite
(Ally McLeod Suite) Somerset Road, Ayr
In aid of The Ayrshire Hospice. Come along and listen
to two of Ayrshire’s popular Mediums CAROLINE BLAIR
and BILLY McFADZEAN. Buffet served at interval. Tickets:
£15.00 (includes buffet) email: [email protected]
Event: STORYTELLING AND CIRCUS SKILLS/JUNIOR
RANGERS
Date(s): Sat 13th – Sun 14th July
Venue: Kelburn Castle & Country Park, Largs
Join us for another storytelling session and learn some
circus skills! Tel: 01475 568 685
Frenchie and Niall from West FM are back. Debenhams
Charity Day with Children in Need - fun and games for
shoppers to participate in as well as many other fund
raising activities throughout the day. Plus Monty the
balloon man and FREE face painting. www.ayrcentral.com
Event: JACK & JILL BABY & CHILDRENS MARKET
Date(s): Sat 13th July: 10.30am – 1pm
Venue: Citadel Leisure Centre, Ayr
Come to your local community baby & kids market, either
as a seller or a super-savvy shopper. Book a stall and keep
100% of what you make and have it in your pocket the
instant your item is sold. Or find everything you need
for your 0 – 9 yr old under one roof, all on the same day.
Buggies, bikes, car-seats, cots, clothes, toys and much
more — Bargains galore! www.jackandjillmarket.co.uk
Event: 17TH NORTH AYRSHIRE
OPEN ART EXHIBITION
Date(s): Sat 13th Jul – Sat 27th Jul: 10am – 4pm
Venue: Racquet Hall, Eglinton Country Park, Irvine
The Exhibition is organised by a committee of volunteers
consisting of professional and amateur artists. Free
admission to the exhibition offers members of the public
the chance to discover some fantastic pieces of art from
North Ayrshire’s finest talents. www.northopenart.co.uk
Event: HANSEL & GRETEL A FAMILY MUSICAL
ADVENTURE
Date(s): Sat 13th July:
2pm, 4pm & 6pm
Venue: The Lounge, 43 Main
Street, Largs
It’s Hansel and Gretel’s birthday
party and you’re all invited! But
something goes a bit wrong,
and soon they seem to be completely lost... An exciting,
musical adventure theatre show for children, follow
the lovable Hansel and Gretal as they travel through
the forest to find their way back home, only to stumble
upon a strange-looking cottage made entirely of all
their favourite sweeties.. Will they find their way back
to daddy? Will they defeat the evil wean-eating witch?
Tickets priced £5. Family saver of 4 for £15. Tickets from
Lounge, by calling 01475 689968 or from ticketsource.
co.uk/scotchbrothproductions
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Event: LIVE MUSIC WITH THE LOUNGE LIZARDS
Date(s): Sat 13th July
Event: WEST COAST RALLY
Date(s): Sun 14th July: 10am – 4pm
Venue: Eglinton Country Park, Irvine
In aid of CLIC Sargent and hosted by AutoScots, the Rally
is a fun day out for the family. Classic, performance and
exotic cars, commercials and motor cycles, plus children’s
amusements, trade stands, food and prizes. Live on stage,
breakthrough band All She Knows. Ticket costs Show
vehicles £3 (inc passengers), adults £4, concessions £2,
children FREE. www.autoscots.co.uk
Great Days Out
aboard famous Waverley
sailing from AYR
South Harbour
TUESDAYS until Aug 27 Leave 10am back 7.50pm
Visit Brodick: Largs: Dunoon: Blairmore: Cruise Lochs
Long & Goil fares from £19
WEDNESDAYS until Aug 28 Leave 10am back 8.30pm
Visit Millport: Largs: Rothesay: Tighnabruaich: Tarbert:
Cruise Loch Fyne fares from £21 Return by coach
MONDAYS July 15 until Aug 26
Leave 2.45pm Cruise Ailsa Craig £21 SC £19
sailing from GIRVAN
•Steam Engines
•Magnificently Restored
•Period Lounges & Restaurant
•Special fares for Senior Citizens
•Children Half Fare - Under 5’s free
•Buy tickets onboard when you sail
•Last seagoing Paddle Steamer in the World!
Harbour
MONDAYS July 15 & 29, Aug 12 & 26
Leave 4.15pm back 8pm
Fare: Cruise Ailsa Craig £21 SC £19 Return by coach
sailing from BRODICK
Pier
TUESDAYS until Aug 27 Leave 11.30am back 6pm
Visit Largs: Dunoon: Blairmore: Cruise Loch Long &
Loch Goil fares from £17
THURSDAYS until August 29 Leave 3pm back 5pm
Cruise Holy Isle & Pladda £19 SC £17
Find out more or book online waverleyexcursions.co.uk
Tickets from Information Centres or onboard when you sail
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Date(s): Sun 14th July: 10am – 2pm
Venue: Largs Yacht Haven.
Pick up something tasty at Ayrshire’s Farmers Market.
www.ayrshirefarmersmarket.co.uk
Event: SUMMER SYMPHONY –
MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING
Date(s): Sun 14th July: 7pm
Venue: Dean Castle & Country Park
Bard in the Botanics make a welcome return to Dean Castle
where Shakespeare’s wittiest comedy gets a thoroughly
modern makeover as two of his most famous characters
are recreated as male couple Benedick and Bertram and
this, the original rom com, is given a very 21st century
twist. The open air theatre performance will be set against
the stunning backdrop of Dean Castle courtyard. Tickets
: £12/£10 Licensed event 14 years+. Under 18s must be
accompanied by an adult. Tel: 01563 554734
Event: AYRSHIRE FILMMAKERS SHOWCASE
Date(s): Mon 15th & Tue 16th July: 7.30pm
Venue: The Gaiety Theatre
An opportunity to discover the work of local film makers
at our special showcase event which spans over two
evenings and run as two separate events. Tickets: £6.50,
conc £5.50. Tel: 01292 288235
Date(s): Mon 15th – Fri 19th July: 11am - 3pm
Summer Nature Camp is a unique and exciting
‘educational adventure’ for young people of 8 years and
older. This week long, day camp offers a once in a lifetime
Service . Cost: £50 per week Tel: 01563 554734
Scotland’s Quality & Nearly-New Baby & Kids Market
The Jack &
Jill Market
Where Smart Mums Sell & Save
Your Next Monthly Ayrshire Market:
Saturday 13th July
The Citadel, South, Ayr, 10.30am to 1pm
Adults: £1
Kids FREE
Quality, nearly-new; Buggies, bikes, toys, trikes,
swings, slings, cots, clothes and everything else
for Bumps, Babies and Children up to 9 years!
August Date: Saturday 10th, 10.30am to 1pm
For more info, or to book a stall visit: www.jackandjillmarket.co.uk
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Event: GLASGOW FAIR FESTIVAL RACEDAY
Date(s): Mon 15th July:
Gates open 12pm
Popular children’s character
Fireman Sam is coming to
Ayr Racecourse, making five
appearances
at
intervals
throughout the day. Don’t forget
to bring your camera as there will be plenty of photo
opportunities with Fireman Sam, plus there will be many
more attractions for the family - and all children under the
age of 16 go FREE if accompanied by an adult and all the
Family Entertainment is also FREE. Fireman Sam is sure to
be a big hit with all the children and in addition there are
many more attractions including the fantastic inflatable
Lazer Quest, fun fair rides, mega fun trampolines, pony
rides, face painting & glitter tattoos, sand art, a fantastic
creative station with a variety of arts and crafts, a circus
& magic show... and lots lots more including an equisizer
for children to hone their jockey skills. There are seven
races scheduled with the first race due off at 2pm. Tickets:
Single Enclosure - £16. Tel: 01292 264179
Event: WORKSHOPS FOR WEANS
Date(s): Mon 15th – Fri 19th July: 10am – 12pm
Come and have some fun and get crafty at our kids’
holiday workshops. Suitable for age 5+. Children must be
accompanied by an adult. Tickets: £5 per child per 2 hour
workshop. Tel: 0844 493 2601
Event: SCOTLAND’S GARDEN OPEN DAY –
GUIDED WALK
Date(s): Tue 16th July: 2pm – 3.30pm
Join the Head Gardener for a guided walk, in support
of Scotland’s Gardens, through Culzean’s beautiful and
historic gardens. One of Scotland’s major attractions
– and a perfect day out for all the family. Guided Walk
with the Head Gardener at 2pm. Homemade Wine. Light
Refreshments. Tickets: £2. Tel: 0844 4932149
Date(s): Wed 17th July:
11am – 4pm
Venue: KA Campus,
St Matthews Academy,
Jack Road, Saltcoats
Loads of family fun with KA Leisure this summer. Cost
£2 per person. Additional cost applies for hair braiding,
canvas painting and face painting, £1 per activity. For
more details visit www.kaleisure.com
Event: CAROL LAULA
Paisley Born performer Carol Laula has risen from a
young unknown to become a household name – first
captivating the media and her audience in 1990, when
her independent single, ‘Standing Proud’ was chosen to
represent Glasgow in its year of culture. Now with seven
albums under her belt, she stirs critics to describe her as
‘Scotland’s leading singer-songwriter’ and ‘an undeniably
passionate and whole-hearted singer’. Tickets: £12. Tel:
01292 288235.
Event:AN EVENING OF
MURDER MYSTERY
ENTERTAINMENT
Date(s): Thur 18th July: 7.30pm
‘Noir To Run’ Sonic Boom Theatre Company, launching a
series of ‘Murder Mystery’ evenings. The first show is titled
‘Noir To Run’. Enter a world of private detective, spurned
lovers and femme fatales. Amidst all of this, a man has
died. It’s up to you to discover who could have committed
this heinous act, why they did it and most importantly
how. A truly interactive theatre experience – watch events
unfold then have your chance to interrogate each subject
in turn in order to catch a killer. Your sleuthing skills will
be pushed to their very limit! Fun, funny, mysterious and a
good night for all! Tickets: £12. Tel: 01292 288235
Event: THE BEST OF
SCOTTISH
Date(s): Fri 19th July:
7.30pm
Venue: The Gaiety
Theatre
With almost a century of
performing experience
between them, two
of Scotland’s finest
folk singers, Alistair
MacDonald and Arthur
Johnstone, continue to enthuse and delight audiences
both old and new. Tickets: £14. Tel: 01292 288235
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Date(s): Fri 19th July: 8pm
Kleptocrats, Mono Six, & Last Exit indie rock and roll
£7 @ door or £5 online BYOB. Tel: 01292 284525.
Date(s): Sat 20th July: 9am – 1pm
Venue: The Cross Kilmarnock.
Event: ENVIRONMENTAL ART, GAMES AND
ARCHERY WEEKEND
Date(s): Sat 20th – Sun 21st July
A busy weekend with games, archery and more! Tel:
01475 568 685
Frenchie and Niall from West FM will provide the music,
competitions and games. Plus Monty the balloon man
and FREE face painting..www.ayrcentral.com
Event: BATS GALORE
Date(s): Sat 20th July: 9.30pm – 11pm
Join the rangers on a night walk looking for bats. Meet
at the Walled Garden Car Park (weather permitting).
Children must be accompanied. Tickets: Adult - £3, child
- £2. Tel: 0844 4932148
BLACK BULL
KAIL YARD AT BLACK BULL TARBOLTON
The recently refurbished Kail Yard Restuarant & Lochlea
Function Suite would like to extend a warm welcome to the
good folk of Ayrshire and beyond.
We use seasonal produce locally sourced and freshly prepared.
Our Chef’s Mr Alexander Robert Burns (Head Chef) & Mr Brian George Rundell
(Sous Chef) have over 60 years experience in world renowed restaurants, The
Petite Blanc Cheltnam and our own iconic Glen Eagles Hotel to name a few.
KAIL YARD SPECIAL LUNCH MENU
2 COURSE LUNCH £11.50 • 3 COURSE LUNCH £14.50
Served Daily 12pm – 5.30pm
EARLY BIRD MENU Monday – Friday 12pm – 5.30pm
OPENING HOURS Monday – Sunday 12pm – 9pm
Lochlea function suite is available to hire for all occasions,
corporate events, weddings and birthday parties with
menus tailored to suit.
Call us now for more details.
The Blackbull, 2b Montgomerie Street, Ayr. Tel: 01292 541909.
email: [email protected] www.blackbulltarbolton.co.uk
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Event: TROON LIFEBOAT OPEN DAY
Venue: Troon Harbour
Come along and visit the Lifeboat
station, tour the boats meet
the crew and see some rescue
displays. Also Teas and Coffee,
face painting, stalls, Coastal
rowing, Boat Trips, model boats,
and much more. ALL WELCOME.
Tel: 01292 319357
Event: FEIS ROIS TRAD TRAIL
Date(s): Sat 20th July: 1.30pm – 2.30pm/3pm – 4pm
Venue: Robert Burns Birthplace Museum
Enjoy the very best of Scottish traditional music provided
by the young musicians of the Feis Rois Trad Trails project.
Event: SIDE SPLITTERS COMEDY CLUB: STU WHO
STU WHO? The Godfather of
Scottish Stand Up graces the
stage at the hac with yet more
bluster and blather in another,
hilarious. one-man rant; this time,
on the topics of why the young
want sex with pensioners, the
Queen’s torn-faced auld fizzog, survival of the fattest, why
there are no lions in Scotland, why masochists don’t get a
fair crack of the whip, and why saying people are daft as
a brush is a bit of a sweeping statement. This is a special
one man show exclusively for the hac, you won’t see it
anywhere else. Book now! Tickets £6. Tel: 01294 274059
Event: PRO WRESTLING ELITE
Venue: The Citadel, South Harbour Street, Ayr.
Doors open 6pm, First bell, 7pm
Pro Wrestling Elite celebrate their 2 year anniversary
show in a style which only they can, as TNA IMPACT
WRESTLING SUPERSTARS ROBBIE E and MICKIE JAMES
will appear!! **Confirmed Card So Far** PWE World
Heavyweight Championship Match - ROBBIE E vs ANDY
WILD (c) Elite Knockout Match - NIKKI vs MICKIE JAMES.
Falls Count Anywhere Match - DAVE MASTIFF vs JOHNNY
MOSS. Tickets are available from www.facebook.com/
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Event: MUSIC OF THE HOLLIES
Date(s): Sat 20th July: 7.30pm
The Hollywood Bees are a superb and faithful
reproduction of the original 60’s legends The Hollies, and
in this spellbounding show they will recreate hits such as
‘Here I Go Again’, ‘Just One Look’, ‘Bus Stop’, ‘Jennifer Eccles’,
‘On A Carousel’, ‘Carrie Anne’, ‘Look Through Any Window’,
‘He Ain’t Heavy He’s My Brother’ and many more Tickets:
£16.50, conc £15.50. Tel: 01292 288235
Event: AYRSHIRE GIFT AND FARMER’S MARKET
Date(s): Sat 20th – Sun 21st July: 11am – 4pm
Join us for a weekend of crafts and enjoy a range of local
produce from our market stalls.
Event: SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING AND CEILIDH
Date(s): Sun 21st July: 2pm – 5pm
Scottish Country Dancing in the Walled Garden. Enjoy the
exuberance of music and dance in the beautiful location
of the Walled Garden. All welcome to join in. Bring a picnic
and something to sit on if you are not dancing! Tel: 0844
4932148
Event: FAMILY FUN DAY
Date(s): Sun 21st July: 11am – 5pm
Venue: Robert Burns Birthplace Museum &
Burns Cottage, Alloway
Bring your favourite Teddy along for a day of fun! Our
teddy bear’s picnic features a mini Highland Games, kid’s
theatre from Be Enchanted, bouncy castle, face painting,
barbecue and birds of prey from Hoots Owls! Free (with
admission, some charges may apply)
Event: SUNDAY JAZZ WITH NEW ORLEANS
JOYMAKERS
Date(s): Sun 21st July: 2pm
Enjoy an a swinging afternoon of traditional jazz. Tickets
£8/£6 Conc Tel: 01294 274059
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Event: AYRSHIRE VINTAGE TRACTOR & MACHINERY
VINTAGE RALLY
Date: Sun 21st July: 10.30am – 4.30pm
Venue: Whitefordhill Agri-Centre
(on A70 next to Livestock Market).
Ayr KA6 5JW
Display of Vintage Vehicles, which consists of Tractors,
Classic Cars, Implements, Motor Cycles, Stationery Engines
& Commercial Vehicles plus ringside entertainment. A
great fun filled day for all the family. Tel: 01292 287297.
www.avtmc.co.uk
Week Commencing Mon 22nd July
Event: KELBURN FAMILY CAMP
Date(s): Mon 22nd – Fri 26th July
A week full of activities for families with secret forest
quizzes, scavenger hunts, games and more. Tel: 01475
568 685
Event: SUMMER SIZZLER RACEDAY
Date(s): Mon 22nd July: Gates open 12pm
Another fun Monday race day with seven races and a
bumper £45,000 in prize money which will see some good
horses in action and some big fields. Single Enclosure £15. Tel: 01292 264179
Event: SCOTTISH NATIONAL BOWLING FINALS
Date(s): Mon 22nd July – Sun 28th July
Venue: Northfield Bowling Club, Ayr
For more details contact 01292 280492
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Date(s): Tue 23rd July:
11am – 4pm
Venue: Vikingar, Largs
Loads of family fun with KA Leisure
this summer. Cost £2 per person.
Additional cost applies for hair braiding, canvas painting
and face painting, £1 per activity. For more details visit
www.kaleisure.com
Event: GAVIN WEBSTER
Date(s): Tue 23rd July: 8pm
A seasoned regular at the UK’s best
comedy clubs, acclaimed for his
forthright material delivered with
natural ease, proud Geordie Gavin
calls a spade a spade and delivers a constant stream of
often surreal, always hysterical, jokes to audiences who
can merely dissolve with laughter. It’s rapid-fire stuff as one
crack segues into another. Adult 18yrs+ audience only.
Contains strong language that some may find offensive.
Tickets: £10. Tel: 01292 288235. www.ayrgaiety.co.uk
Event: DISCOVERING WILD FLOWERS
Date(s): Tue 23rd July: 2pm – 3.30pm
Walk looking at wild flowers and their uses. Join the
rangers on a walk through Culzean looking at Wild
flowers, their uses and the folklore surrounding them.
Meet at the Walled Garden. Tel: 0844 4932148
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Event: POND DIPPING
Date(s): Thur 25th July – Thur 1st Aug: 2pm – 3.30pm
Join the rangers on a pond dip to discover more about
some of Culzean’s aquatic inhabitants. Meet at visitor
centre. Places limited - bookings accepted only on day at
Visitor Centre from 09:00. Wear wellies! Tel: 0844 4932148
Event: LA BOHEME
Opera Bohemia, Scotland’s dynamic professional opera
company, presents Giacomo Puccini’s romantic tragedy
La Bohème. Tickets: £16.50, conc £15.50. Tel: 01292
288235. www.ayrgaiety.co.uk
Event: SHERLOCK HOLMES AND THE HOUND OF THE
BASKERVILLES
Date(s): Wed 24th July: 7.30pm – 9.30pm
Join us as Chapterhouse Theatre Company presents
Sherlock Holmes and the Hound of the Baskervilles. The
production will take place outdoors (weather permitting).
Please remember to bring something to sit on (rugs or
low backed chairs). Bring along a picnic too - and some
midge repellent, just in case! Doors open form 6.30pm.
Performance begins at 7.30pm sharp. Tickets: Adult £13.50, Child - £9, Family - £40. Tel: 0844 4932149
Event: AYR JAZZ CLUB DAVE DONOHOE FIVE
Date(s): Fri 26th July: 8pm – 11pm
Venue: Ambassador Bowling Club, Prestwick
Dave Donohoe brings four of his regular band to play a
cocktail of New Orleans classics, Dixieland and popular
songs. Very popular band at the club so don’t miss it good band for dancing the night away.
www.ayrjazzclub.webs.com
Event: STILL GAME
Date(s): Fri 26th & Sat 27th July: 7.30pm
Venue: Gaiety Theatre, Ayr
With an all new cast
Scotland’s
favourite
pensioners
return
for a hilarious and
poignant play. With
kind agreement from
the writers, 20% of all
profits will be donated to Age Concern Scotland. Tickets
£15 Tel: 01292 288235. www.ayrgaiety.co.uk
Event: THE NEW JERSEY BOYS
Date(s): Fri 26th July: 7.30pm
Venue: Ayr Town Hall
Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons Tribute Show. Tickets:
£12, conc £11. Tel: 01292 288235
Event: SNEAK COMEDY PEEK
Date(s): Fri 26th – Sat 27th July:
7.30pm
Venue: The Palace & Grand Hall
Complex, Kilmarnock
With Craig Hill + Kai Humphries.
They’re Back!!! 2 New Nights Only!!!
Don’t Miss The Legendary Edinburgh
Fringe Comedy Previews At The
Palace! Will Contain Some Adult
Humour & Some Rude (But Hilarious)
Jokes. Suitable For 16+ Tickets: Fri
- £9.50, £7.50 Sat - £11.50, £9.50. Tel:
01563 554900
Event: SCOTFAIRS ANTIQUE COLLECTORS FAIR
A great shopping experience, antiques for the connoisseur,
hidden treasures for the experts, specialist items for the
experienced collector, and 1000s of interesting, beautiful
and affordable items for the general public. Come along
and enjoy the informal atmosphere of the market! Always
on offer for sale - pottery, porcelain, glass, antique and
estate jewellery, costume jewellery, pictures and prints,
books, copper and brass, silver, linen, small items of
furniture and collectors items such as coins, postcards,
stamps, militaria, football memorabilia, ephemera etc.
Admission £1.50, Accompanied Child Free. Tel: 01764
654555/654340. www.scotfairs.co.uk
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Event: RAMBLING ROSIE’S SATURDAY STORIES
Date(s): Sat 27th July: 1pm & 3pm
Venue: Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, Alloway
Storyteller Rosie Mapplebeck will lead you on a magical
trip around Robert Burns’ Alloway.
Event: SUMMER SCHOOL
Date(s): Sat 27th July - Sat 3rd Aug: 9.30am - 4pm
Venue: The Palace & Grand Hall Complex, Kilmarnock
After the huge success of our summer schools over
the past six years we’re back to offer you the chance
to take part in this year’s summer school – A Musical
Extravaganza. The Cultural and Countryside Services
team will this year be running an eight day performing
arts summer school that will be a creative week of musical
theatre for young people. For further information please
contact the Performing Arts Development Officer on
01563 554358. Tickets: £75. Tel: 01563 554358
Event: BUSHCRAFT WEEKEND
Date(s): Sat 27th – Sun 28th July
Bushcraft weekend returns with fire making, shelter
building and more! Tel: 01475 568 685
and FREE face painting. www.ayrcentral.com
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UndeRage” w/Echo Valley, Vagabond Poets – the best in
the West Coasts’ under age indie bands £7 @ door or £5
online This is an alcohol free night 14+. Tel: 01292 284525.
Event: CULZEAN SUMMER FAIR
Date(s): Sun 28th July : 10.30am – 4pm
The Culzean Summer Fair aims to promote produce from
the local area with over 40 stalls to browse, featuring
Arran cheeses, sweet balsamics, contemporary jewellery,
handmade chocolates and local whisky to name but a
few. Enjoy a fun filled day with the entertainment for
all the family including a display from the Maybole Pipe
Band, a dog show and so much more. In the Events Field.
Tel: 0844 4932148
Event: CLUB AMERICANA: THE HOT SEATS
Date(s): Sun 28th July: 7.30pm
Club Americana: The
Hot Seats. Virginian
livewires The Hot Seats
have wowed the crowds
at big events such as
Celtic
Connections,
Shetland Folk Festival,
Didmarton
Bluegrass
Festival,
Maverick
Festival, Speyfest and Edinburgh Festival Fringe, where
they picked up the biggest accolade possible - a Herald
Angel - for their outstanding contribution to the event.
Of course, they are now recognised as one of the most
popular and entertaining touring American roots bands
on the UK circuit too, pulling capacity crowds to many
venues due to their solid reputation as an act that’s not to
be missed. The band makes a by-popular demand return
this summer for a string of Scottish dates that include a
main stage appearance at HebCeltFest. Tickets: £12, conc
£10. Tel: 01294 274059
Event: LUNCHTIME TOUR WITH TOMMY
Date: Sun 28th July: 1pm
Venue: Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, Alloway
RBBM guide Tommy Burns leads a one-hour guided tour
of the Site.
Event: THE MAGICAL PLAYROOM
Date(s): Sun 28th July: 2pm
Venue: The Palace Theatre &
Grand Hall Complex,
Kilmarnock
This delightful new show for
children aged 3 to 6 is written and
performed by popular CBeebies
presenter Cerrie Burnell, with
direction by Hal Chambers and
original music specially composed
by Bill McGruddy. Cerrie plays Liberty Rose, or Libby to
her friends. She dreams of becoming a ballerina like her
mum before her. But when she’s told to wear a false arm
for dancing lessons, Libby rebels, seeking escape in her
favourite playroom. Suddenly, the toys magically come to
life around her. Will Libby’s new friends be able to help her
to become a famous ballerina? Tickets: £10 (family ticket
for 4: £35. Tel: 01563 554900
Event: JULY FINALE RACEDAY
Date(s): Mon 29th July: Gates open 12pm
The July Finale is as it says on the tin - the final one of five
race days this month. Seven races promising plenty of on
course action and featuring a Class 3 one mile handicap
with £12,000 in the prize pot. Summer Monday racing is
synonymous with Ayr and hopefully there will be a larger
than normal crowd to mark the last Monday of the flat
season here. Top apprentice jockeys will be in action in
the final race on the card so whether you are on annual
leave or not take a day off and enjoy the racing! Tickets:
Single Enclosure - £15 Tel: 01292 264179
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Date(s): Mon 29th July – Fri 2nd Aug: 11am - 3pm
Summer
Nature
Camp is a unique and
exciting ‘educational
adventure’ for young
people of 8 years
and older. This week
long, day camp offers
a once in a lifetime
Service. Tickets: £50 per week. Tel: 01563 554734
Event: FRED MACAULAY
Date(s): Tue 30th July: 7.30pm
A special preview of ‘Fred MacAulay:
25 fringes’ (A ‘pre-Edinburgh Festival‘
comedy extravaganza). Tickets £14 –
Adult 18+ years. Tel: 01292 288235
Event: THE BASEMENT PRESENTS UNDER
THE BRIDGE
Date(s): Thur 1st Aug: 8pm
Kerri Watt, Sonic Templars & Kat Healy Country pop
songstress Kerri recently toured LA £4 on door includes
BYOB. Tel: 01292 284525.www.basementayr.com
Event: AUCHINLECK LIVE & KICKING FESTIVAL
Date: Fri 2nd – Sun 4th Aug
Venue: Various throughout Auchinleck
The Auchinleck Festival returns with another fantastic
line up. Opening Concert Friday 2nd Aug with Soldier
On, David Burrows as Jon Bon Jovi and Counselled Out
- tickets £10. Free Music around the pubs and clubs on
Saturday 3rd. Festival Final Folk Evening on Sunday 4th
with Steve Quigg and Pure Malt - tickets £5. See website
for more details www.auchinleckfestival.co.uk
Event: THE CARRICK SENIOR CITIZENS LUNCH CLUB
Date(s): Fri 2nd Aug: 12 noon – 2pm
Two course lunch with coffee or tea, friendly chat and
a warm environment. £3 per person. Call to let us know
you’re coming. Tel: 01655 883222
Event: AYR FLOWER SHOW
Date(s): Fri 2nd Aug – Sun 4th Aug
Venue: Rozelle Estate, Ayr
Ayr Flower Show is Scotland’s answer to the Chelsea
Flower show and since 1960 has been delighting and
captivating visitors to the town as well as being a red
letter weekend in the local calendar. Held in the beautiful
setting of Rozelle Estate with its feature trees, ponds,
woodland walks and the glorious Rozelle Mansion House
and Galleries, the event draws thousands of visitors from
all over Scotland and beyond. They come to see the
cream of British horticulture, marvel at stunning gardens
created specially for the show, sample speciality food and
drinks from throughout the UK, enjoy a range of family
entertainment, or just have a great day out for all the
family. www.ayrflowershow.org
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Climb aboard and explore Scotland’s amazing maritime heritage
Harbourside, Irvine
• New look for 2013
Step inside the vast, Victorian Linthouse engine shop, listen to the whirring of the machine pits and discover
why Scotland’s influence on the maritime history of the world has been so enormous.
If you’re looking
for a great
day out, make
the Scottish
Maritime
Museum your
first port of call.
Explore Scotland’s
oldestoldest
historichistoric
vessels including
the last
Scottish-built
puffer
Explore
Scotland’s
vesselsSpartan,
including
Spartan,
the last
Scottish-built puffer
Learn about
the the
boldbold
inventors,
craftsmen
and sailors and
who designed,
built and
sailed these
across these
Learn
about
inventors,
craftsmen
sailors who
designed,
builtvessels
and sailed
the world
vessels
across the world
Build and
test test
your own
model
boatmodel
in our indoor
Build
and
your
own
boatboating
in ourpond
indoor boating pond
Tour the
MVMV
Kyles,
the oldest
Clydebuilt
vessel afloat,
and the
shipyard
tenementworker’s
flat
Tour
the
Kyles,
the oldest
Clydebuilt
vessel
afloat,
andworker’s
the shipyard
tenement flat
See
tools
machinery
spanning
overof 150
years of shipbuilding
See tools
andand
machinery
spanning
over 150 years
shipbuilding
Get
hands
oninteractive
with interactive
Get hands
on with
exhibits exhibits
Enjoy
stunning
views
the Ayrshire
coastline
from
Enjoy stunning
views
acrossacross
the Ayrshire
coastline from
the Puffer
Caféthe Puffer Café
Open daily, 10:00am – 5:00pm, 1st March to 22nd December
www.scottishmaritimemuseum.org / 01294 278 283
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Date(s): Sat 3rd Aug: 9am – 1pm
Venue: Kyle Centre Car Park, Ayr
When you buy from a farmers market, you can talk
directly to the producer, be sure that the produce is fresh
and prepared to the highest standard. You can also be
sure that the sum paid is going to the farmer / producer
and not to middlemen or on unnecessary packaging. It is
important to remember that by using these venues that
you are supporting the local economy and sustaining
local jobs. www,ayrshirefarmersmarket.co.uk
Date(s): Sat 3rd Aug: 11.30am – 3.30pm
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Event: CAR BOOT SALE
Date(s): Sat 3rd Aug: 10am – 2pm
Internal spaces £10.00/external spaces £5. Call 01655
883222 for more information.
Event: BUSHCRAFT WEEKEND
Date(s): Sat 3rd Jul – Mon 5th Jul
Bushcraft weekend returns with fire making, shelter
building and more! Tel: 01475 568 685
Event: THE PRESTWICK GAMES
Date(s): Sat 3rd Aug
Venue: Prestwick Tennis and Fitness Club, Prestwick
The Prestwick Games is a fun, competitive event where
teams of 6 adults compete in zones such as It’s a Knockout,
Racketfest, Game On and TeamTastic for The Prestwick
Games trophy! Entries are now open and spectators
welcome on the day! Tel: 07515551419
Event: ARTS & CRAFT FAIR
Date(s): Sat 3rd Aug: 11am – 4.30pm
Venue: Troon Concert Hall, South Beach, Troon
Ayrshire’s BIGGEST monthly indoor craft fair. With
thousands of hand-crafted items at affordable prices it’s
a great place to buy unique gifts & cards, or just to treat
yourself! www.ayrshirecraftfair.co.uk
Event: LIVE MUSIC WITH THE SENSATIONAL SWAMP
BROTHERS
Date(s): Sat 3rd Aug
Event: STEAM DAYS
Date(s): Every Sun In Aug: 4th, 11th,
18st & 25th: 11am – 4.30pm
Venue: Dunaskin Heritage Centre,
Dalmellington Road,
Waterside, Patna, KA6 7JF
Steam hauled brake van rides over 1/3
mile*, cafe with light refreshments, shop, museum &
live steam G-gauge model railway. Please note: *steam
locomotive subject to availability. Please contact the
A.R.P.G. Information line 01292 269260. www.arpg.org.uk
Event: ARCHAEOLOGY EVENT
Date(s): Sun 4th Aug: 10.30am – 4pm
Ancient skills brought to life. Come and try your hand
at pot-making, quern-grinding, weaving, fire-making,
printing and lots more. Fun activities and demonstrations
for all the family! At the Visitor Centre. Tel: 0844 4932148
Event: JAM AT THE DAM
Date(s): Sun 4th Aug: Gates Open 12noon
Venue: Dam Park, Ayr
The fantastic Jam at The Dam one day music festival is
back for year 5! As usual, the main aim is to promote &
showcase the cream of local talent that Ayrshire has to
offer, whilst raising funds to donate profits to Cash For
Kids, ensuring all money raised, stays in Ayrshire. There’s
even more highlights lined up to keep you & the kids
entertained at this years’ 1 day live music festival. With
Bouncy Castles, Fun Rides, Face Painting, Food Stalls, Beer
Tents, Ice-Cream Vans and Raffle Prizes, It’s guaranteed to
be a great family day out
Event: KILMAURS GALA DAY
Date(s): Sun 4th Aug: 12noon
Venue: Morton Park, Kilmaurs
Family fun Gala Day. Fancy dress, Parade. Slides, rides,
rodeo bull, Pony rides, hog roast. Stalls include chocolate,
home baking, jewellery, cupcakes and lots more. 12 noon
at school fancy dress. Parade at 12.30 to Morton Park. Tel:
07796173672. www.facebook.com/kilmaurs.galaday
Event: GRAEME OBREE SPORIVE
Date(s): Sun 4th Aug:
Venue: Start & Finish at Auchincruive
SAC, Ayr, KA6 5HW
Join Graeme Obree on this friendly
sportive that is becoming a firm favourite
of cycling enthusiasts across Scotland.
The course was chosen by Graeme and travels through a
selection of roads which inspired him to get on his bike
as a youth. There are 48 and 68 mile options with full
event signage, marshals, motorcycle escorts and police
employed to assist the crossings at busy roads. This will be
the third year of the event and hopefully we can continue
to grow the sportive and enable more cyclists to enjoy the
spectacular, cycling friendly roads of Ayrshire. For more
details and how to register visit www.obree.com
Event: SUMMER CRAFT FAIR
Date(s): Sun 4th Aug: 11am – 4pm
The summer craft fair follows on from our successful
Spring Fair, and will continue to showcase a selection of
quality local handcrafted gifts. Tel: 01294 274059
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Week Commencing Mon 5th Aug
Event: KA LEISURE DANCE CAMP
Date(s): Mon 5th – Fri 9th Aug: 10am – 1pm
Venue: KA Campus, St Mathews Academy,
Jacks Road, Saltcoats
Led by fully qualified dance teachers, these 3 hour fun
workshops provide the opportunity to try various styles
of dance. Suitable for ages 5 - 16 years. Only £6 per day or
£25 Per week Tel: 01294 605128
Event: WORKSHOPS FOR WEANS
Date: Mon 5th – Fri 9th Aug: 10am – 12pm
Come and have some fun and get crafty at our kids’
holiday workshops. Suitable for age 5+. Children must be
accompanied by an adult. Tickets: £5 per child per 2 hour
workshop. Tel: 0844 493 2601
Event: THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS
Date(s): Wed 7th Aug: 6.30pm – 9pm
Join us as Chapterhouse Theatre Company presents
The Wind in the Willows. The production will take place
outdoors (weather permitting). Please remember to bring
something to sit on (rugs or low backed chairs). Bring
along a picnic too - and some midge repellent, just in case!
Doors open from 5.30pm. performance begins at 6.30pm
sharp. Please bring your own rugs or low-backed seats,
a picnic and some midge repellent. Tickets: Adult - £13,
Child - £9, Family - £38, Concession - £9. Tel: 0844 4932149
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Event: NATIONAL PLAY DAY
Date(s): Wed 7th Aug: 12pm – 3pm
Venue: Eglinton Country Park, Irvine
An afternoon of games and activities for the whole family.
Tel: 01294-551776
Date(s): Wed 7th Aug:
11am – 4pm
Venue: Magnum Leisure
Centre, Irvine
Loads of family fun with
inflatables, swimming, and much
more. Cost £3 per person. Additional cost applies for
hair braiding, canvas painting and face painting, £1 per
activity. For more details visit www.kaleisure.com
Event: MOTH NIGHTS
Date(s): Thur 8th – Sat 10th Aug
Educational walks and demonstrations about our little
forgotten friends! Tel: 01475 568 685
Event: PRIDE & PREJUDICE
Date(s) Thur 8th Aug : 7.30pm
Adapted from Jane Austen’s novel.
Another winning production from
Chapterhouse Theatre Company.
Tickets £14/£13(conc) Tel: 01292
288235
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Event: ELVIS AND FRIENDS BY JESSE GARRON
Date(s): Fri 9th Aug: 7pm for 7.30pm.
Venue: The Carlton Hotel, Ayr Road, Prestwick
There is nothing like Jesse’s show, and there probably
never will be. Do not miss his winding nostalgic tribute
to Elvis and the greats. Enjoy a delicious 2 course meal
before the Rebel Rouser takes to the stage. 25 per person.
Show and Overnight Accommodation only £70 per
person (based on 2 people sharing). For more information
or to book, call 01292 476 811
Event: LADIES NIGHT
Date(s): Sat 10th Aug:
Gates open 3.35pm
Oh what a night! A superb
evening filled with glamour and
style as he Best Dressed Ladies
are awarded with a coin guaranteeing them a place in
William Ladies Day Final on Friday 20th September when
they can win a fabulous car! The atmosphere is electric and
the Champagne Lawns and Gardens are full of guys and
girls enjoying themselves and trying to back a winner. One
lucky man will get a special bonus as there is a £300 prize
of vouchers for Slater Menswear for our Best Dressed Man
competition. The racing features some highly competitive
contests and top northern jockeys will be in action. And
after racing the party really starts with a live band upstairs
in the Horseshoe Bar and a disco in the Ayrshire Suite with
the fun continuing until around 11:30pm. Ladies Night
at Ayr Racecourse truly is a night not be missed! Tickets:
Single Enclosure - £25 Tel: 01292 264179
Date(s): Sat 10th Aug: 11.30am – 3.30pm
competitions and games. Plus Monty the balloon man,
FREE face painting, a caricaturist and a special back-toschool promotion. www.ayrcentral.com
Event: ARTHUR WALWIN & YOGI AT THE BASEMENT
Date(s): Sat 10th Aug: 8pm
Over the past year, Arthur Walwin has been making quite
a name for himself as a Singer Songwriter, not just in the
UK but all across the globe. Arthur spent 2012 supporting
artists like Marcus Collins (X Factor) chart toppers Parade;
as well as playing several acoustic sets across London &
the South East. With a new EP planned for later in the year,
2013 may well just be the year Arthur Walwin breaks into
the mainstream, where he truly belongs. Yogi is a young
Singer/Songwriter from Aberdeen, Scotland. With a knack
for capturing an unmistakeable honesty in his lyrics, Yogi
is a story teller as much as a musician. Fusing immediately
catchy acoustic melodies with brushes of hip-hop, the
artist has obvious leanings towards (a slightly more
Scottish) Ed Sheeran. £6 on door BYOB. Tel: 01292 284525.
Event: DUNDONALD HIGHLAND GAMES
Date(s): Sat 10th Aug:
Venue: Fields Below Dundonald Castle
The main event begins with a children’s fancy dress
competition in the village’s Montgomerie Hall. This is
followed by a procession led by a local pipeband, the
Chieftain, Games Queen and her Attendants down the
main street to the field. During the course of the day there
are a number of exciting attractions to view, including
Highland games. Pipe band contests. Highland dancing
contests. Solo piping contest. Heavy events display. Adult
and Juvenile Drum Majors. Battle re-enactment. Tug o’ war
competition Side stalls and entertainment. The closing of
the games is signalled by a solo piping lament from the
castle followed by a procession of the prize winners and
massed pipe bands through the village main street. FREE
parking is available nearby with a complimentary shuttle
service. FREE ENTRY www.dundonald-games.org.uk
Event: BRODICK HIGHLAND GAMES
Date(s): Sat 10th Aug
Venue: Ormidale Park, Brodick, Isle Of Arran
Heavy Events, Track and Field, Solo Piping, Highland
Dancing. More details Tel: 01770 860403
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Event: PETS WIN PRIZES
Date(s): Sun 11th Aug: 11am - 3pm
Venue: Dean Castle & Country Park, KIlmarnock
Yes indeed, pets win prizes at Dean Castle Country Park!
Enter your pet in the annual pet show and browse the pet
product stalls and animal charity stalls that will be there
for the day. Tel: 01563 554734
Venue: Largs Yacht Haven
Pick
up
something
tasty
at
Ayrshire
Farmers
Market.
Event: TROON GOLF WEEK
Date(s): Mon 12th– Fri 16th Aug
Venue: Lochgreen, Darley and Fullarton
Part of the South Ayrshire golf festival this golf competition
takes place over Troon golf courses Lochgreen, Darley and
Fullarton. Tel: 01292 616212
Event: WALLACES EXPRESS RACEDAY
Date(s): Mon 12th Aug: Gate opens 12.15pm
Monday racing at Ayr is very popular during the summer
and Wallaces Express Raceday promises to be a great
afternoon’s racing with seven races scheduled. The
opening race is a maiden over seven furlongs which
should attract some exciting prospects representing
top stables and the feature race is a Class mile handicap
which will be competitive. A further highlight is a 1 mile
5 furlong contest later in the afternoon and following
the last race a band will play in the Horseshoe Bar for
approximately three hours - a fabulous way to spend a
summer’s afternoon. Tickets: Single Enclosure £15 Tel:
01292 264179
Event: KA LEISURE DANCE CAMP
Date(s): Mon 12th – Fri 16th Aug: 10am – 1pm
Venue: KA Campus, Greenwood Academy,
Dreghorn, Irvine
Led by fully qualified dance teachers, these 3 hour fun
workshops provide the opportunity to try various styles
of dance. Suitable for ages 5 - 16 years. Only £6 per day or
£25 Per week Tel: 01294 605128
Event: GOLF DAY
Date(s): Mon 12th Aug
Venue: West Kilbride Golf Course
Our annual Golf Day will be
played over the challenging
links at The West Kilbride
Golf Course which has
wonderful views over the
Firth of Clyde. Teams will
consist of four players
and the day will begin
with bacon rolls in the clubhouse before a shotgun
start. After the rounds have been completed there will
be a presentation lunch in the clubhouse. For further
information please call the Ayrshire Hospice events team
on 01292 288488
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Event: ZIPPOS CIRCUS
Date(s): Tue 13th – Sat 17th Aug
Venue: Low Green, Ayr
The
awardwinning
Zippos
Circus*
makes
a
triumphant
return to Ayr. This
is truly a show
for all the family.
Zippo’s has been
highly praised for
its
contribution
to Winter Wonderland in Hyde Park, London, a hugely
prestigious event where we’ve appeared this winter for
the fourth year running. Our previous production of the
circus was given four-star reviews in several UK National
newspapers, and this new production has also won high
praise from reviewers. Scotland loves Zippo’s Circus! New
to Zippos in 2013 is equestrienne NICKY de NEUMANN
with her horses in exciting new presentations of Roman
and Cossack-style riding. Audiences will thrill to the sight
and sound of powerful motorbikes in the nerve-tingling
and death-defying GLOBE OF DEATH, the three riders
sealed inside a steel-mesh ball as they hurtle past one
another at 60mph -- while a young lady stands in the
centre! For more details tickets and times .
www.zippos.co.uk
Event: THE NIGHT HUNTERS
Date(s): Wed 14th Aug : 10.30pm – 12am
Nocturnal sights and sounds. Join the rangers on a night
time walk to learn about some of Culzean’s nocturnal
residents. Meet at the Visitor Centre. Tickets: Adult - £3,
Child - £2. Tel: 0844 4932148
Event: OPEN STAGE AT THE BASEMENT
Date(s): Wed 14th Aug: 7.30pm
The Basement opens it’s stage up to anyone and anything.
You don’t need to perform to come along, if you’re a fan
of watching and listening to different mediums, if you
just fancy a good night out then this is not to be missed
Entry £3 on the door and there’s a £2 corkage charge if
you want to bring down some alcohol, though of course
the Coffee Bar and kitchen are open. Tel: 01292 284525.
Event: MARYMASS
FESTIVAL
Date(s): Thurs 15th Aug –
Mon 26th Aug :
Venue: Various, Irvine
From fireworks to folk music,
crowning to comedy, racing
to rock music and horses to
history - Irvine, Ayrshire is the
place to be every August for
the annual Marymass Festival.
email MarymassFestival@gmail.
com for more information.
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Event: BEACH ART
Date(s): Thur 15th Aug: 2pm – 3.30pm
Outdoor art with the rangers. Get creative and create
some beach art with shoreline materials. Meet at the
Visitor Centre. Tel: 0844 4932148
Event: AYR JAZZ CLUB - GAVIN LEE’S
NEW ORLEANS BAND
Date(s): Fri 16th Aug: 8pm – 11pm
Venue: Ambassador Bowling Club, Prestwick
Gavin Lee, a superlative reedsman, leads this five piece
band, playing a selection of New Orleans music. Gavin has
had two standing ovations at the club on previous visits.
He is ably supported by fine trombonist Brian Chester.
www.ayrjazzclub.webs.com
Event: DARTS EXHIBITION
Date(s): Fri 16th Aug: 6.30pm (VIPS) 7.45pm Standard
Venue: The Park Hotel, Rugby Park, Kilmarnock
The Park Hotel is delighted to announce its second annual
Darts Exhibition. This year we see the return of Terry ‘The
Bull’ Jenkins with a new partner Colin ‘Jaws’ Lloyd who
will be entertaining the audience with darts and humour
and will be playing local dart players and members of
the audience and sharing stories of life in the PDC Darts
World. This event is suitable for adults only, ages 18yr old
and above. For further information please call 01563 545
999
Event: FRECKFEST
Date(s) Fri 16th – Sun 18th Aug
Venue: Magnum Leisure Centre,
Harbourside, Irvine
A 3-day festival in memory of
Willie Freckleton, Irvine’s Mr
Entertainment, who was responsible for or involved in
all of North Ayrshire’s major and unique events. Line
up confirmed so far: Fri 16th Aug - Definitely Mightbe.
Adored. Less than Sober. Sat 17th Aug- The Magic
Numbers. JJ Gilmour. The Chaplins. Sean Kennedy. The
Train Wreckers. The Colin Kennedy Band. Jemma Kate.
Bittersweet Blasphemy. What the Blood Revealed. Sun
18th Aug- Rock on the Water Afternoon. Them Beatles.
The Underground Jam. Sonic Templars. Rose Parade.
Dear Stars. Culann. Proud Honey. Soldier On. Tickets:
Friday 16th £12 in advance, £15 on door. Saturday 17th
£19.50. Sunday 18th £10. Weekend ticket £30 until 17
July, thereafter £35. All may be subject to booking fee
depending on outlet. Times - Fri 16th Aug doors 7pm, Sat
17th Aug doors 2pm, Sun 18th Aug doors 11.30am. For
more details visit www.freckfest.co.uk
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Date(s): Sat 17th Aug: 9am – 1pm
Venue: The Cross Kilmarnock
Date(s): Sat 17th Aug: 11.30am – 3.30pm
competitions and games. Plus Monty the balloon man,
FREE face painting, a caricaturist and a special back-toschool promotion. www.ayrcentral.com
Event: KELBURN HISTORY WEEKEND/JUNIOR
RANGERS
Date(s): Sat 17th – Sun 18th Aug
Learn about Kelburn’s exciting heritage! Tel: 01475 568
685
Event: RAMBLING ROSIE’S SATURDAY STORIES
Date(s): Sat 17th Aug : 1pm & 3pm
Storyteller Rosie Mapplebeck will lead you on a magical
trip around Robert Burn’s Alloway.
Event: AYRSHIRE ALPS CYCLING FESTIVAL
Date(s): Sat 17th Aug & Sun 18th Aug : 9am
Venue: Girvan
South Carrick plays host to hundreds of cycling
participating in a weekend of cycling activity promoted
by Ayr Roads Cycling Club. The weekend is made possible
by the support of South Ayrshire Council and South
Carrick Community Leisure. For more details visit www.
ayrshirealps.org/events
Event: LIVE MUSIC WITH THE PEAS
Event: SIDE SPLITTERS COMEDY CLUB:
MARYMASS SPECIAL
Date(s): Sat 17th Aug: 9pm
Yes it’s the return of the
Marymass institution that
you don’t need a horse
for, it’s the Side Splitters
Comedy Club Marymass
special. Once more this
year we’re bringing some
of your most requested
acts as well as some
new faces from the
Scottish comedy scene
to this festival comedy
celebration.
Including
a
special
headline
performance from Scottish
Comedy Icon, co-creator
of “Only an Excuse”, Evening Times columnist and stand
up Philip Differ all hosted by Irvine’s own Billy Kirkwood.
Book now, as this comedy goodness always sells out FAST!
Tickets: £6. Tel: 01294 274059
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Event: BURNS AND BIODIVERSITY
Date(s): Sun 18th Aug: 2pm
Venue: Robertson Room, Burns Museum,
Alloway, Ayr
Join RBBM Learning Manager Chris Waddell as we take a
light hearted look at local wildlife and the Scots Language
we use to describe it.
Event: BACK TO BASICS (BADGERS)
Date(s): Sun 18th Aug: 11am - 3pm
Dean Castle Country Park has recently received a grant
from the Heritage Lottery Fund to develop a £4.1 million
improvement project. As part of this project, we need to
capture as much information about wildlife in the Country
Park as possible. Dean Castle Country Park is famous for
its resident badger population. You may have seen their
nocturnal habits on our TV screens in the visitor centre.
However, wouldn’t it be great to learn the tricks on how to
track this elusive mammal which is our largest carnivore.
Tel: 01563 554734
Event: KNIGHTS AND PRINCESSES
Medieval activities, challenges and entertainment. Come
to the fairytale castle of Culzean and meet real Knights.
Come in costume and take the chance to participate in a
wide range of medieval activities from designing a coat of
arms to learning courtly behaviour. Take the challenges,
learn the skills and receive your very own certificate
confirming that you have qualified as a Knight or Princess.
Lots of activities and entertainment. In the Fountain Court
below the Castle. Tel: 0844 4932148
Event:COMMUNITY THEATRE COMPANY PRESENTS:
MARYMASS MEMORIES’
Date(s): Thur 22nd, Fri 23rd, Sat 24th Aug : 7.30pm
CTC is proud to present a newly commissioned play
‘Marymass Memories’ by Lawrence Crawford. The
play examines the history of Marymass and places
the stories and memories of the cast and local people
at the centre of the production. At times sad and also
funny, characters from Irvine’s long forgotten past will
re- emerge and rub shoulders with today’s generation.
Young and old, past and present must unite to fight in
order to save and preserve Marymass. Tickets: £6, conc
£4.Tel: 01294 274059
Event: EUROPEAN BAT WEEKEND BAT WALK
Date(s): Fri 23rd – Sat 24th Aug: 8pm – 9.30pm
Night walk looking for bats. Join the rangers on a night
walk looking for the bats of Culzean. Meet at the Walled
Garden Car Park (weather permitting). Bring midge
repellent and a torch. Tickets: Adult - £3, Child - £2 Tel:
0844 4932148
Event: AYRSHIRE CANCER SUPPORT
ANNUAL DINNER/DANCE
Date(s): Fri 23rd Aug:
Venue: Horizon Hotel, Ayr
As our 30th Celebration dance was so successful last year,
we have decided to do it all again this year. Tickets will be
£30 per person. Tel: 01563 538008
Event: A NIGHT AT THE MOVIES
Date(s): Fri 23rd Aug: 7pm for 7.30pm.
Venue:, The Carlton Hotel, Ayr Road, Prestwick
A Night At The Moves will surely have you and your friends
dancing all night, and this night will be one you will not
forget! Including Dirty Dancing, Saturday night fever,
Mamma Mia and Grease. Enjoy a delicious 2 course meal
before “A Night At The Movies” gets you dancing all night.
£25 per person. Show and Overnight Accommodation
only £70 per person (based on 2 people sharing). For
more information or to book, call 01292 476 811
Date(s): Sat 24th Aug: 10am – 2pm
Venue: Main Street, Kilwinning
Event: SHOWADDYWADDY
Date(s) Sat 24th Aug: 7.30pm
Venue: The Gaiety Theatre,
Ayr
Yes – it’s really them! The amazing
70’s & 80’s teddy boy, rock ‘n’roll
super group Showaddywaddy.
Tickets £20. Tel: 01292 288235.
Event: LIVE MUSIC WITH THE LOUNGE LIZARDS
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Event: PAMPER DAY
Date(s): Sat 24th Aug: 12pm – 4pm
Venue: Ayrshire Cancer Support Office,
Portland Road, Kilmarnock
Our ever popular pamper day will be back again at
our Portland Road office. We will have on offer a wide
selection of treatments as well as Spiritual and Angel card
readings. We had so many requests from the gents last
year we have decided to open the day to them as well this
year. So lads and lassies book your place early, this event
is always sold out fast!! Tickets are £10 per treatment or
reading. Tickets: £10 per treatment. Tel: 01563 538008
www.ayrshirecs.org
Event: CUMNOCK HIGHLAND GAMES
Date(s): Sun 25th Aug: 12.30pm
Venue: Broomfield Park, Cumnock
Cumnock’s Highland Games with
an array of traditional Scottish
entertainment and family fun.
With all the traditional ‘Heavy’
events – including the iconic
Tossing the Caber - as well as field
events, pipe band championships,
Highland Dancing, food and fun.
www.cumnockhighlandgames.org
Event: SUNDAY JAZZ WITH NEW ORLEANS
JOYMAKERS
Date(s): Sun 25th Aug: 2pm
Enjoy an a swinging afternoon of traditional jazz. Tickets
£8/£6 Conc Tel: 01294 274059
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Event: THE LADY BOYS OF BANGKOK GLAMOROUS AMOROUS
Date(s): Fri 30th Aug: 7.30pm
The Ladyboys return with a brand new show Glamorous
and Amorous! This show is at the Citadel Leisure Centre.
Doors will open at 7pm and the show will begin at
7.30pm. Tickets: £22.50, conc £21, Special Group price 1 in
10 goes free. Tel: 01292 288235
Event: PRESTWICK WORLD FESTIVAL OF FLIGHT
Date(s): Fri 30th Aug - Sun 8th Sept
Venue: Glasgow Prestwick International Airport;
RAFA Club, Prestwick; Ayr College;
Ayr Gaiety Theatre; Maclaurin Gallery
and Rozelle House
Celebrating the centenary of aviation
at Prestwick, this first World Festival of
Flight offers ten days of events. Watch 30
aviation movies at Ayr’s Gaiety Theatre.
Meet the authors of famous books about
flying in Prestwick Airport’s Aviator Suite.
Enjoy the exhibitions at the Maclaurin
Gallery and Rozelle House,including
Dugald Cameron’s survey of the history of aviation in
Scotland. Visit the Royal Air Forces Association Museum
in Prestwick and see plays based on its collection. Crane
your neck at our Pageant of Aviation over Ayr Promenade
on August 31, or at our static aircraft display on the airport
tarmac during the weekend of 7 and 8 September. Visit
the Careers Fair at Ayr College to find out how to make
a career in the aerospace industry. Tickets: £6-£10, with
some free events. www.worldfestivalofflight.com
Catrine House
Come & try our NEW
Amazing Maize Maze!
(Maze opens end July)
* Farm Animals
* Play Area & Jumping Pillow
* Homemade Ice Cream, Soups, Snacks & Baking
Just off A76 between Mauchline & Auchinleck
01290 552093 www.ayrshireicecream.co.uk
Open 7 days - 10am to 5pm
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Event: LIVE MUSIC WITH HOUSE ARREST
Date(s): Fri 30th Aug
Event: THEATRE SOUP PRODUCTIONS PRESENT:
“SUMMER’S SONG”
Date(s): Fri 30th Aug : 7.30pm
“Summer’s Song” tells the story of young Summer Aitken,
who dreams of becoming a musical star. After being
cruelly dumped by her last two boyfriends, Summer
enters a contest to become a musical star but is thrown
when her ex boyfriends turn up at the contest, potentially
ruining her chance for stardom. Featuring songs from
popular musicals such as Funny Girl, West Side Story &
Annie, the show is not to be missed. Tickets: £8, conc £6.
Tel: 01294 274059
Event: COOKERY DEMONSTRATION AND
WINE TASTING
Date(s): Sat 31st Aug: 12 noon – 2pm
£12 per person. Call 01655 883222 for more information.
Event: AYRSHIRE GIFT AND FARMERS MARKET
Date(s): Sat 31st Aug & Sun 1st Sept: 11am – 4pm
Join us for a weekend of crafts and enjoy a range of local
produce from our market stalls.
www.kaleisure.com
Event: JENNA REID FIDDLE DAY
Date(s): Sat 31st Aug
Venue: The Carrick Centre,
Culzean Road, Maybole
Award winning Shetland Fiddler Jenna
Reid, is holding a Fiddle Day. Jenna is
well known from Blazin’ Fiddles and
her three solo albums. Jenna and her
sister Bethany will teach two classes, for
intermediate and advanced, and there
will be a session for all. There will also
be a wee craft stall with one or two Shetland surprises,
CDs, beautiful handmade scarfs and bags. Jenna’s brand
new fiddle book will be launched on the day! The day
finishes with an evening concert featuring Jenna and
guitarist Kevin Mackenzie. Tickets are available at £8 and
£6 for children, and the concert starts at 7.30pm. Every
Fiddle Day participant will have free entry to the evening
concert. Call 01655 883222 For More Information.
www.carrickcentre.co.uk
Event: LARGS VIKING FESTIVAL
Date(s): Sat 31st Aug – Sun 8th Sept:
Venue: Various, Largs
Our Festival takes place every year and draws crowds
from near and far to celebrate the Viking heritage in
Largs, notably the Battle of Largs of 1263 which was the
scene of the last Viking invasion in the UK and led to the
Treaty of Perth in 1266 when Norway ceded all claim to
the Western Isles. This year marks the 750th anniversary of
that battle. www.largsvikingfestival.com
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