A harbour-town beach with Ailsa Craig, 'Paddy's Milestone', sitting offshore and often catching the last of the light at sunset. Gentle and easy, with cafes along the seafront.
Well-known south Ayrshire beach town with harbour; robust and legal, views to Ailsa Craig.
Harbour/seafront parking.
Direct beach access from seafront.
Culzean Country Park, near Maybole
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