Things to Do
From the local scenery, including 80 miles of unspoiled coast line, to world renowned golf courses and some of Scotlands most magical historical sights, there really is something for everyone to do!
Weddings
Brig o’ Doon House & Gardens and Doonbrae are situated within the historic village of Alloway, an area of outstanding natural beauty, Brig o’ Doon has gained the reputation of being Ayrshire’s and possibly Scotland’s most iconic wedding venues. The impressive banqueting hall with its breath-taking views of the famous Brig o’ Doon immortalised in Robert Burns’ famous poem ‘Tam o’ Shanter’ make it a truly unique venue.
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Golf
Ayrshire is one of best golf destinations in the world, with nearly 50 courses to choose from including 5 of the UK's top 100 courses and 3 Open Championship venues. Play links golf, parkland golf or even golf on an island. So why wait, start planning your trip to the 'Birthplace of The Open’.
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Fishing (0m)
The Doon is one of the best known of the salmon and sea trout waters of the West of Scotland and follows a westerly course from its headwaters in Loch Doon in the Southern Uplands, fowing through charming, beautifully wooded country with many well known and productive salmon beats along its 23 miles.
The river enjoys a good fow, partly supported by the vast resources of Loch Doon above and regulated by a dam there. The river is fortunate in that it enjoys a compensation fow arrangement as a result of the hydro-electric scheme centred on Loch Doon. The fow runs sweetly in summer when other uncompensated waters dwindle and stagnate.
At Doonbrae we own the fshing rights to both sides of the bank within our ten acre grounds
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Burns (0.5m)
Robert Burns is Scotland’s National Bard, and his poetry and songs are loved the world over. Discover the man and his genius in the beautiful village of Alloway. See the world’s most important collection of Burns artefacts and works in the interactive museum, and visit the humble cottage where he was born and raised.The Burns museum starts a journey that weaves through the village, along the Poet's Path, taking you from historical buildings to landmarks known to Burns. At the end, you'll step inside Burns Cottage where Robert was born in 1759. Whether you're a die-hard Burnsian or brand new to the bard, a day immersing yourself here will open your eyes and ears to an enduring hero of Scotland's literary heritage.
You won't be stuck for fun family things to do here. The displays in the museum and Burns Cottage include plenty of hands-on and interactive activities and more than 5,000 Burns artefacts including his handwritten manuscripts. Every hour, one of Burns's best-loved works is brought to life on screen. Visit Burns Monument, Alloway's classically styled tribute to Robert, set in beautiful commemorative gardens. And don't miss Alloway Auld Kirk and the Brig o' Doon, immortalised in Burns's poem Tam o' Shanter.
Our Rose Cottage is next door to the Auld Kirk.
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Culzean Castle (9.9m)
Culzean is one of Scotland's best loved Castles, offering something for everyone to enjoy. Situated on the South Ayrshire coast, just off the A719, Culzean Castle is located 12 miles south of Ayr and 4 miles west of Maybole. Culzean has a long tradition of welcoming local people, members of The National Trust for Scotland and holiday makers from all around the world.
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Ayr Races (3.4m)
Ayr Racecourse, the premier Racecourse in Scotland and home to the Scottish Grand National and Ayr Gold Cup Festivals. Offering first class Horse Racing, Corporate Hospitality and Entertainment, Conference and Events and Weddings.
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Heads of Ayr Farmpark (2.6m)
At Heads of Ayr Farm Park - whatever the weather - you'll find plenty to see and do, with activities for all ages. There is almost 50 different types of animal, each with its own particular charm. Meet them, touch them, feed them! And You could play all day at our farm park. It's packed with fantastic activities like indoor and outdoor play areas, an aerial runway, thrilling ringo sledging, tunnel land and the combine castle.
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Ayr Beach (1.5m)
Ayr play park located next to Ayr beach is ideal for children of all ages and adults. There is a wide range of activities to keep you entertained for hours. For younger children Pirate Pete's is just next door. Pirate Pete's is Scotland’s biggest indoor adventure play as well as Scotland’s first mini championship putting course. There is also a traditional seafront tearoom and kids outdoor funpark.
Turnberry (13m)
Created in the grand style in the early years of the 20th century, Trump Turnberry, a Luxury Collection Resort is one of Scotland's national treasures and winner of Scottish Hotel of the Year at the 2018 Scottish Hotel Awards'.
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