Girvan Tourist Information & Craft Shop

13/06/2026

🥔 ☀️ the sun has returned just in time for today’s Girvan Tattie Fest.

12/06/2026

From Ailsa Craig, Ayrshire to Ailsa Craig, Canada with love! ❤️

Today, two strangers dropped into Ailsa Craig bearing gifts. Forget the usual ending of that proverb — these visitors were genuinely delightful.

What brought them here was a remarkable connection that spans an ocean. Stuart had grown up in Girvan, Scotland, a town just 12 kilometres by boat from the famous island of Ailsa Craig. For much of his life, Ailsa Craig was part of the landscape he saw and knew.

Now a world traveller, he found himself in Canada and felt drawn to visit our own Ailsa Craig. Perhaps it was curiosity, perhaps it was the name, or perhaps it was something deeper — a desire to connect two places linked by history and geography.

Well there was a reason. The gift.

Last year, Girvan adopted a new municipal flag. Unveiled on August 2, 2025, the flag features a white background with four wavy stripes of green and white representing the green River Girvan valley and the sea. Above the waves stands the unmistakable image of Ailsa Craig, the island that has long been an important landmark for the people of Girvan.

Our visitors presented us with this flag as a gift — a thoughtful gesture that beautifully connects our village with its Scottish namesake.

We are deeply grateful for their kindness and generosity. In a world that can sometimes feel very large, moments like this remind us how small it can be. A shared name became a shared story, and two strangers became welcome friends.

Thank you for bringing a little piece of Girvan to Ailsa Craig.

In the photo is Stuart Campbell of Girvan with Councillor Bill Irwin of Ailsa Craig. And of course a Girvan flag.

11/06/2026

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The marquees for our stall holders are up on the putting green at Louisa Drive for Saturday's Tattie Fest 2026 Event! 😃

11/06/2026

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10/06/2026

Open call for art exhibition entries. Details below.

10/06/2026

A reminder that this exhibition is on and running until 6th July at Souter Johnnie's Cottage. Entry is free.

10/06/2026

More information on the current exhibition at Souter Johnnie's Cottage in Kirkoswald. On until 6th July.

09/06/2026

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🚲 Bike Week 2026 🚲 - Where will you go?

Bike Week 2026 is taking place right now across the UK, including Scotland! 2026. It's organised by UK and encourages people of all ages to get out on their bikes, whether for leisure, commuting, fitness, or short local journeys.

From stunning coastal views and fresh sea air to peaceful country roads and hidden corners waiting to be explored, cycling is a great way to enjoy everything our area has to offer.

Whether you're heading out for a leisurely ride, commuting to work, or simply enjoying the longer summer days, this week is the perfect reminder to get out and enjoy the journey.

Happy Bike Week! 🚴☀️

09/06/2026

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