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Ardrossan

Place in North Ayrshire, Scotland

Coordinates:55.648, -4.809
OS grid ref:NS 23 42
Population:10,930
Dialling code: 01294

Ardrossan is a coastal town on the eastern shore of the Firth of Clyde in North Ayrshire, Scotland. It began as a planned seaport in the late 18th century and expanded in the Victorian era, leaving a granite harbour, castle ruins and other reminders of its maritime and industrial past.

Nowadays the town is best known for ferry links to the Isle of Arran and Great Cumbrae, and its sheltered coastline supports boating, beaches and coastal walks; many locals commute to Glasgow or work in tourism and light industry, while community regeneration projects seek to revive and celebrate Ardrossan’s nautical heritage.

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Transport links

  • Airport Glasgow Prestwick Airport 12.9 miles20.8 km
  • Airport Glasgow International Airport 21.3 miles34.2 km
  • Railway station Ardrossan Town Railway Station 0.6 miles1 km
  • Railway station Ardrossan South Beach Railway Station 0.6 miles1 km

Schools in Ardrossan

  • Winton Primary School Primary
  • Stanley Primary School Primary
  • Ardrossan Academy Secondary
  • St Peter's Primary School Primary

Local points of interest

  • Ardeer House Estate 2.5 miles4.1 km
  • Hunterston House Country house 5.5 miles8.9 km
  • Eglinton Castle Estate 5.5 miles8.9 km
  • Hunterston Sands Beach 6.4 miles10.4 km
  • Fairlie Quay Marina Marina 8.3 miles13.3 km
  • Kelburn Estate 8.3 miles13.4 km
  • Cunninghamhead Estate 8.9 miles14.3 km
  • Largs Yacht Haven Marina 9 miles14.5 km
  • Troon Beach Beach 9.4 miles15.2 km
  • Knock Castle Estate 12 miles19.3 km
  • Rugby Park Stadium 12.1 miles19.5 km
  • Caldwell House Estate 12.2 miles19.7 km