Patricia Edwards Cottages

06/06/2026

I reckon they're going to sell out early - there's some seriously yummy cakes specially made by some of Girvan's best bakers...😋cake😆

Scrumptious cakes and tray bakes ! See you all at the Lowland Gathering on Sunday

06/06/2026

I would imagine this will be popular, but fun - get booked up 😁

🎨 West Coast Canvas Summer Series - Due to the popularity of our West Coast Canvas workshop programme, we're delighted to announce an additional Portraiture in Oils workshop!

Join artist Margaret Johnston for a relaxed and inspiring day exploring portrait painting in oils. Whether you're looking to develop your skills or simply enjoy a creative day out, this workshop is suitable for all levels.

Don't miss this opportunity to learn portraiture techniques from one of Ayrshire's leading artists as part of the West Coast Canvas Summer Series.

📅 Friday 26 June, 10am - 4pm
📍 Cutty Sark Centre, Ayr
💷 £15 per person

Includes: ✔ Canvas ✔ Oil paints ✔ Brushes ✔ All materials and tuition

⚠️ Places are limited and booking is essential.
📧 To book, email: [email protected]

West Coast Canvas is an exciting curated exhibition showcasing some of Ayrshire’s finest contemporary artists, bringing together a diverse collection of artwork inspired by landscapes, people, stories and creative expression from across the region.

Taking place at the Cutty Sark Centre, Ayr, the exhibition runs until 29 June 2026, offers visitors the chance to immerse themselves in an inspiring collection of local artistic talent. Entry is free.

Come and discover the creativity, passion and artistic talent thriving across Ayrshire. ✨🎨

Exhibition opening hours:
Tuesday - Friday: 12.30pm - 4pm
Saturday: 10.00am - 4.30pm
Sunday: 12.30pm - 4pm

What's On Ayrshire Connect South Ayrshire South Ayrshire Council

04/06/2026

What a great couple of weekends in store for us in and around Girvan. Starting with the wonderful Festival of Ballantrae on Saturday 6th June - good food, good music - that is after you've finished the Girvan Park Run (walking is allowed too 😉)! On Sunday 7th please don't miss the 43rd Carrick Lowland Gathering - enjoy the sounds of the pipe bands and the sights of the Highland dancing and people doing crazy things with tree trunks. Stumpy Jail will be open - have a look inside and visit the actual cells where prisoners were kept 😬. The Girvan Tattie Fest is back on June 13th with lots of fringe events. Through it all, the Girvan Tourist Information & Craft Shop will be open with friendly help and advice 12-4pm every day - check out the newly refurbished Knockcushan Garden just behind. Alternatively, just stroll along the harbour enjoying the beautiful views.

02/06/2026

Fancy a wee relaxing break on the stunning South Ayrshire coastline in June? Corner Cottage in Girvan is available Sunday 21st June - minimum of 2 nights, maximum of 5 nights, dog-friendly, people-friendly, 2-bedroomed sleeps 4, 50 metres from the sea front, free on-road parking.

29/05/2026

On my way home tonight I couldn't resist a pic of the harbour - it was such a lovely evening. I had been to a screening of a short film called Ballantrae's Smuggling History, commissioned by the Ballantrae History Society and produced and directed by Epic Sky Media. The film was based on the huge amount of research carried out by Frances Wilkins about the the Ballantrae Smugglers. I can't begin to tell you how good the film is - Roger Hunter and Craig Bradshaw spoke about how they produced the film. An absolutely riveting evening, part of the Girvan Arts Festival . If you get the chance to see the film - jump at it.
Now, what's on next at the festival ....

28/05/2026

Please sign up to become a member. The town could really do with this large event space and The South cannot go ahead without local people supporting them by becoming members. It won't cost you anything but it will mean they are one step nearer to purchasing the building 😊

A wee community shoutout 📣

The South Parish team are currently working towards a community purchase application through the Scottish Land Fund, and one of the requirements is to grow their membership numbers within the local area.

Joining is really simple, there’s no obligation to vote, and members are welcome to attend the AGM and have their say if they wish.

They’ll also be at the Arts Festival and the Lowland Gathering if you’d like to chat to them in person 😊

If you’d like to support the project and help boost local membership numbers, you can find out more here 👇
https://thesouthgirvan.co.uk/join-us/

26/05/2026

Girvan in June - don't miss out 😘

26/05/2026

Girvan in June = unmatched vibes. 🌊✨

If you haven’t planned your summer getaway yet, this is your sign! Trust us, you don't want to miss out on what we've got lined up.

🗓️ Clear your diary
🚗 Plan the road trip
🏨 Book your stay TODAY

Summer is calling, and Girvan is the answer. See you by the coast! 👇

23/05/2026

Less than a week to go until the Girvan Arts Festival . Make sure you get your tickets.
CRAG Community Arts are also running fringe events. What a great weekend it'll be 😄.
I'm all booked in to the Ballantrae Smugglers talk on Friday at Girvan Library - can't wait

21/05/2026

Great start to the Girvan Arts Festival weekend. Check their page for more events and to book your tickets.

Festival Film - Ballantrae Smugglers Story.

Girvan Library

Friday 29th May, 7:30 pm

We're thrilled to have a locally made film for this year's festival, the second film from this team, commissioned by Andy McAlpine of the Ballantrae History Group, and produced and directed by Craig Bradshaw and Roger Hunter of Epic Sky Media

Ballantrae Smugglers Story is based on the books by Frances Wilson, and she narrates the film. This will be its premiere!

Craig and Roger will be at the event to answer any questions about the making of the film, and Andy McCalpine will describe how the Ballantrae Smuggling Festival is making a return this year, the first since CoVid.

Please phone Girvan Library on 01465712813 to book a spot.

https://girvanartsfestival.com/gaf-2026-festival-film-ballantraes-smuggling-story/

South Ayrshire Libraries