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    Dundonald Castle

    4.3 (6 reviews)

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    Lindsay C.

    We were just passing and saw a sign for the castle and decided to make a quick detour to have a look. The castle and visitor centre weren't open last Monday when we visited so we just parked in the small car park next to the visitor centre and climbed the steep path to see the outside of the castle ruins. Nice little bit of local interest. The elevated position on a hill gives views over the surrounding countryside.

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    Ayr Racecourse - http://www.ayr-racecourse.co.uk

    Ayr Racecourse

    4.3(4 reviews)
    12.6 km

    I've never so much as played an arcade machine or put a bet on the Grand National, but last year I…read morewent to Ladies Night at Ayr Races and I had so much fun! Hailed as "the most glamorous night of the year at Ayr" Ladies Night usually attracts around 8000 people all beautifully dressed and looking for a good night. Judges mingle throughout the crowd to pick the best dressed ladies, who will go through to another round with the chance to win a car and other fancy prizes. Unfortunately, I didn't win any prizes last year but it didn't stop me having a good night! I was also quids in on a horse called Igoyougo, I don't really have a clue how the odds work so I just picked the Jockey with the nicest coloured jumper. Horses creep me out a little bit, and I enjoy admiring their beauty from afar rather than getting up close and personal and it was so exciting to watch them race round the course. Just a short train or car ride from Glasgow, if you're looking for something different with a little bit of glam then I'd highly recommend Ladies Night at the races which is usually held around the second Saturday in August. I can't wait to go back this year!

    Ayr Racecourse is placed in the centre of Ayr and is easily accessible. It was recently modernised…read moreand deveoped to bring it to the 21st century. It is also where the Scottish Gold Cup and Scottish National is held. As well as holding race meeting throughout the year it also hoast various events such as the recent firework display and the infamous Ayr Flower Show. With the modernisation of Western House it is proving to be a a popular destination for corporate meetings. In January they also hold a wedding fair which is an ideal location as Ayr racecourse is proving very popular destination to get married in and host the reception. Nearing the end of the year the racecourse hosts party nights for christmas in the Princess Anne Suit. These party nights are so popular that booking are taken from January onwards. I myself have attended one of these party nights and it was such a great atmosphere and i had so much fun that we have booked again for this year.

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    The Gaiety

    The Gaiety

    4.3(4 reviews)
    13.1 km

    The Gaiety is a joy of a theatre, both to spectate and perform in. It is so modern in the foyer,…read morebut the actual auditorium is gorgeous. There are a lot of original architectural features which have been beautifully restored. I was here for the National Festival of Youth Theatre last July which was a fantastic experience from beginning to end. It was an amazing opportunity to perform on a proper stage and not just in our local arts centre, school hall and barn theatre. The seats were some of the comfiest I've ever sat in at a theatre - I'm 6"2 and the legroom (in the stalls anyway) was great. The toilets aren't signposted very well and there are often queues, so try and avoid using them if possible. As you would expect for a theatre, snacks and drinks are pretty overpriced but there is a Spar and a Co-op not far away selling the same stuff for half the price. All the ushers and staff were so lovely which is nice to see. I felt for the people on the snack counters. Hundreds of teenagers on a sugar high queuing for Haribos and Coke isn't something I'd want to experience!

    In it's hayday the Gaiety Theatre was the place to be and where everyone in the community would go…read more Sadly in recent times the Gaiety theatre is proving not as popular with the younger generation. It does still hold acts throughout the year and is sold out a few times but not as much as previous years. The busiest time however is christmas. Every year the gaiety will hold a panto from Nov through to January. This is a must if you are in the area as I go every year to the panto and i love it every time. Also the Gaiety threatre is proving popular with local dance school with holding thier annual dance shows there. The interiour however is a bit dated but thats the charm of the place. They also now have a cafe and a bar.It is a little bit expensive but the food is great

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    Pirate Petes Indoor Adventure Play Centre

    4.4(11 reviews)
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    Pirate Pete's softplay children's centre is hosted in what was formerly Hangar 13 nightclub in Ayr…read more- needless to say it's changed since then. We used to take the kids here when I was a carer and they absolutely loved it. You had to practically drag them away from the climbing frames! The area itself is a maze of wonder for children of all ages. There's space for smaller kids but three floors worth for the older children who want to swing around like wee monkeys. It's well staffed and there are places stationed throughout where adults can sit and read a paper while still having one eye on the kids. Even though it's huge and offers the children a perceived amount of freedom it's well monitored so you feel safe to let them roam free for a while. There's a lot of the usual soft play facilities - punching bags, tunnels, slides and climbing walls, but all are adequately padded so your child is well protective from hurting his or herself. But should a wee accident arise, there are helpful staff on hand and easily accessible areas for adults to remove the kids to reality again. If they need cheering up, there's a big cafe area with lots of food and ice cream to offer. It comes in handy when they've been running about for hours and are gasping for a drink; but for big groups jugs full of diluting juice are supplied. It looks like a fun day out for the children and I was more than a little jealous since I loved places like this when I was wee, but at least there was tea and a paper available for us weary adults. It's in a great location so if your Duracell bunny is refusing to run out of gas you can take them to the beach and neighbouring play area afterwards.

    A fantastic place to visit with younger children, its situated in the ideal location, beach park…read moreand has both outdoor and indoor facilties that keep the kids amused. The only downside with the outdoor rides, is that they are for very young children. Inside its great for the adults to relax, if they can ignore the noise, and superb for the children to play. ALL areas are segregated by age and supervised accordingly. The play area is on two floors, howver its easy to keep an eye on the children. The security is vey tight and no child could leave without their parent or guardian. It inexpensive and good value for money. Two hours of fun fun fun. As for the cafe...good food great prices.

    Dundonald Castle - castles - Updated May 2026

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