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Fairlie

Place in North Ayrshire, Scotland

Coordinates:55.756, -4.853
OS grid ref:NS 21 55
Population:1,440
Dialling code: 01294 (Ardrossan)
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Fairlie is a small coastal village on the northern shore of the Firth of Clyde in North Ayrshire, Scotland. It has a compact harbour and promenade with pleasant views across the water to the Isle of Arran and Great Cumbrae, and the larger town of Largs is close by.

Historically the village has strong maritime and industrial links, with local employment shaped by fishing, ship-related trades and nearby energy and port activity around Hunterston. Today it mixes a quiet, residential feel with sailing and coastal recreation, active community groups and a number of residents who commute to Glasgow and other centres for work.

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Transport links

  • Glasgow International Airport 18.2 miles29.3 km
  • Glasgow Prestwick Airport 19.9 miles32.1 km
  • Fairlie Railway Station 0.3 miles0.4 km
  • Largs Railway Station 2.6 miles4.2 km

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Schools in Fairlie

  • Fairlie Primary School Primary

Local points of interest

  • Fairlie Quay Marina Marina 0.7 miles1 km
  • Kelburn Estate 0.8 miles1.2 km
  • Largs Yacht Haven Marina 1.4 miles2.2 km
  • Hunterston Sands Beach 2.6 miles4.2 km
  • Hunterston House Country house 2.9 miles4.7 km
  • Knock Castle Estate 4.4 miles7 km
  • Ardeer House Estate 9.4 miles15.1 km
  • Castle Toward Estate 9.9 miles16 km
  • Eglinton Castle Estate 10.3 miles16.6 km
  • Kip Marina Marina 10.6 miles17.1 km
  • Knockdow Estate 11.2 miles18.1 km
  • Port Bannatyne Marina Marina 11.6 miles18.7 km