About Ayr

Ayr is a town located in South Ayrshire, Scotland, within the KA8 postcode area. It lies on the west coast of Scotland, along the River Ayr, and is known for its coastal setting and historical significance. The town has a long association with Robert Burns, Scotland’s national poet, who was born in nearby Alloway. Ayr has a range of local amenities, including shops, cafes, and a market, and is served by Ayr railway station, which connects it to Glasgow and other nearby towns. The town centre features a mix of modern and traditional buildings, and it is a popular destination for day trips from Glasgow and other parts of the central belt. Ayr also hosts several cultural events throughout the year, including the Ayrshire Festival and the Robert Burns Festival.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Ayr Train Station 0.6 miles
Newton-On-Ayr Train Station 0.7 miles
Prestwick Town Train Station 2.3 miles
Prestwick International Airport Train Station 2.9 miles
Troon Train Station 5.3 miles
Barassie Train Station 6.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Lochside 0 yards Braehead 0 yards Wallacetown 0 yards Craigie 0.6 miles Newton on Ayr 0.6 miles Holmston 0.9 miles Masonhill 0.9 miles Whitletts 0.9 miles Heathfield 0.9 miles Dalmilling 1.2 miles Forehill 1.2 miles Belmont 1.2 miles

Local Government

District South Ayrshire
Ward Ayr North
Constituency Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock

Notable & Famous People from Ayr 12 people

Abdalqadir as-Sufi
Screenwriter
Islamic Scholar, Shaykh of Instruction (1930–2021)
Alan McInally
Association football player
Scottish footballer
Alan Reid
Politician
British politician (born 1954)
Anthony Clarke, Baron Clarke of Stone-cum-Ebony
Judge
British judge (born 1943)
Brian Whittle
Politician
British athlete and politician (born 1964)
Charles Cumming
Writer
British writer
Craig Burley
Association football player
Scottish association football player
Drew McIntyre
Actor
Scottish professional wrestler
John Coats
British Theosophist leader (1906–1979)
Laurence Rees
Screenwriter
British historian
Stuart Murdoch
Screenwriter
British musician
Willie Ross, Baron Ross of Marnock
Politician
British politician (1911-1988)

Streets in Ayr 30 shown View all streets

A70 9 A713 14 A719 4 A77 7 Abbots Crescent 1 Abbots Way 9 Abercromby Drive 2 Academy Street 2 Afton Avenue 1 Afton Court 1 Ailsa Craig View 1 Ailsa Place 1 Ailsa View Gardens 1 Ailsa View Place 1 Ailsa View Wynd 1 Airlie Court 1 Albert Terrace 1 Alder Bank 1 Alderston Avenue 1 Alderston Park 1 Alderston Place 1 Alexandria Terrace 1 Allan Place 1 Allenfield Road 1 Allison Street 5 Alloway 1 Alloway Park 2 Alloway Street 1 Altry Place 1 Anderson Crescent 2

Postcodes in Ayr 50 shown View all postcodes

KA6 5AA KA6 5AB KA6 5AD KA6 5AE KA6 5AF KA6 5AG KA6 5AH KA6 5AJ KA6 5AL KA6 5AN KA6 5AP KA6 5AR KA6 5AS KA6 5AT KA6 5AU KA6 5AW KA6 5AX KA6 5AY KA6 5AZ KA6 5BA KA6 5BB KA6 5BD KA6 5BE KA6 5BF KA6 5BH KA6 5BJ KA6 5BL KA6 5BN KA6 5BP KA6 5BQ KA6 5BS KA6 5BT KA6 5BW KA6 5BX KA6 5BY KA6 5BZ KA6 5DA KA6 5DB KA6 5DD KA6 5DE KA6 5DF KA6 5DG KA6 5DH KA6 5DJ KA6 5DL KA6 5DP KA6 5DQ KA6 5DR KA6 5DT KA6 5DU