Outdoors

Award-winning beach located on the western coastline of Ayrshire

Maidens Harbour was established in the mid 19th century

Tairlaw Linn is a waterfall near Straiton in South Ayrshire.

The Electric Brae is a gravity hill in Ayrshire, Scotland, where a freewheeling vehicle will appear to be drawn uphill by some mysterious attraction

The sand of Irvine beach is said to be immaculate.

Merkland Wood is perfect for a short walk with great opportunities to spot wildlife.

The Heads of Ayr are high cliffs which tower above a remote sandy beach.

Glen Rosa is a stunning glen near Goat Fell mountain, with breathaking scenery.

Kames Bay is located on the southern coast of the Isle of Great Cumbrae

Troon Beach is one of the most popular beaches on the west coast as it boasts clean sands and easy access by both train and bus.

Farland Point is a peninsula to the south east of the island of Great Cumbrae.

The naturally occurring Glaid Stone marks the highest point of Great Cumbrae at 417ft.

The beautiful Pirnmill beach located in the small village of Pirnmill on the north-west coast of the Arran.

Home to the vitrified fort of Dunagoil, the cliff and caves around Dunagoil provide a scenic background for imaginative adventurers.

Ascog Hall and its stunning Victorian Fernery is a fascinating day out, especially for nature lovers.