Local Area
Here are some useful links to places recommended by us so you can make the most of your visit to Ayrshire.
- Eat
Home Cook School
Situated just 5 miles away in the village of Maybole, Home Cook School offers bespoke cooking courses including Scottish themed lessons using local seasonal produce. Staying locally but don't want to cook? Then their catering service can come to you!
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Isle of Arran Distillery
Take a short ferry ride over to the Isle of Arran, known as Scotland in miniature, to visit The Arran Distillery. Take a tour to learn how the unique character of Arran whisky is crafted and we also highly recommend a visit to the CASKS Cafe!
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Robert Burns Birthplace Museum
Explore the famous sites in Alloway where Burns lived and was inspired to write including Burns Cottage, Brig O' Doon and Alloway Auld Kirk and within the Museum itself listen to his words and handle objects connected to Scotland's favourite son.
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Souter Johnnie's Cottage
Located in the middle of the village and 2 minutes walk from us, is Souter Johnnie's Cottage. The thatched 18th century cottage was home of the shoemaker immortalised by Robert Burns in Tam o’ Shanter. Opening times vary so please check ahead.
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Souters Inn
Situated 2 minutes walk from our Whisky Experience, Souters Inn offers rustic menus with popular dishes complemented by their hand-made cakes, pastries, chocolates and ice-creams. Open every day, 9am till late, for breakfast, snacks, lunch and suppers.
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The Clydeside Distillery
While staying in Ayrshire why not make the short journey to Glasgow and visit our sister company, The Clydeside Distillery in Glasgow. Learn about Glasgow's fascinating whisky heritage, tour the Clydeside Distillery itself and enjoy the cafe and shop.
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Trump Turnberry, a Luxury Collection Resort
Turnberry Resort enjoys a spectacular coastal setting with breathtaking views of Ailsa Craig. Choose from opulent Deluxe Ocean View Rooms, unforgettable Suites and self-catering Apartments that are ideal for groups and families.
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Trump Turnberry Restaurants
From the superior 1906 restaurant, to the laid-back Duel in the Sun, the timeless Grand Tea Lounge and the iconic Turnberry Lighthouse Halfway House, there are dining options for all tastes only a few minutes drive from our Whisky Experience.
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Trump Turnberry Spa
The opulent Spa at Turnberry has a selection of heat experiences including sauna, jacuzzi and steam room or unwind by their infinity swimming pool with views across the Irish sea. Indulge in a wide range of exquisite treatments using ESPA products.
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Turnberry Adventures
Turnberry Adventures, set within the nearby Turnberry estate, offer a wide variety of activities including Junior Quads, 4x4 Off Road Driving, Quad Bikes, Clay Pigeon Shooting and Water Zorbing. Open 7 days a week in July – August.
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Turnberry Golf
Turnberry offers some exceptional golfing experiences, with the iconic championship Ailsa course, the magnificent King Robert the Bruce, the Arran course or enhance your skills at The Golf Academy - all only 3 minutes drive from our Whisky Experience.
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Wildings Restaurant
Overlooking Maidens harbour, Wildings Restaurant is only a few miles drive from our Whisky Experience. A welcoming family run restaurant serving modern variations of traditional Scottish dishes and famous for their fresh fish and seafood.
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