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Ayrshire is situated on the beautiful Clyde Coast, with the Isle of Arran placed as one of the most southerly Scottish islands and is known as 'Scotland in miniature'. Ayrshire is the birthplace of Open Golf, with Open Championship courses at Troon and Turnberry, and the site of the very first British Open at Prestwick. 2004 saw the return of the Open to Royal Troon when players from around the world competed from the 12th to the 18th of July for the coveted Claret Jug.
It's also the birthplace of Scotland's most famous poet, Robert Burns, celebrated in May 2004 by " Burns an' a' that ", Scotland's newest and most exciting festival celebrating life and contemporary Scottish culture. Ayrshire is steeped in the history of Scottish kings and heroes, like Robert the Bruce and - so legend has it - of William Wallace. Playing a key role in Scottish history, it has castles and monuments dating back centuries and a range of visitor attractions to keep all the family entertained. |
