Ayr Racecourse

Ayr Racecourse is a Visit Scotland 5* Attraction and Scotland's Premier Racecourse!

About Ayr Racecourse

	Ayr Racecourse Whitletts Road, Ayr KA8 0JE
	01292264179
	Ayr Racecourse Website
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Ayr Racecourse is Scotland’s only Grade 1 track and home to the jewels in the crown of Scottish Racing – the Coral Scottish Grand National Festival in April and the William Hill Ayr Gold Cup Festival in September. In 2018 we have a record 37 fixtures, many of them having live entertainment. There is something for everyone at Scotland’s premier racecourse.

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Upcoming Events at Ayr Racecourse

Shopping

Ayr Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale

Selected dates between 4th January 2026 - 27th December 2026

Ayr Racecourse, Ayr

Whether you're wishing to purchase a few hidden treasures, interested in selling or just wishing for an enjoyable day out, there is something for everyone at Ayr's Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale!

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Monster Truck Motorfest Scotland

21st March 2026 - 22nd March 2026

Ayr Racecourse, Ayr

Get ready for Monster Truck Motorfest Scotland 2026! The UK's wildest family motor show and the perfect family day out is coming to Ayr Racecourse on Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd March!

Ayr Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale

Ayr Racecourse Whitletts Road, Ayr KA8 0JE

Whether you're wishing to purchase a few hidden treasures, interested in selling or just wishing for an enjoyable day out, there is something for everyone at Ayr's Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale!

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Preston Mill and Phantassie Doocot

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Archerfield Walled Garden

Archerfield Walled Garden Archerfield Estate, Dirleton EH39 5HQ

A fabulous Taste, Shop and Explore experience in the heart of East Lothian. We look forward to welcoming you through our doors to experience everything Archerfield Walled Garden has to offer...

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Dirleton Castle

Dirleton Castle , Dirleton EH39 5ER

Dirleton Castle hase some of the oldest castle architecture surviving in Scotland – the de Vaux towers, built around 1240.

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Polkemmet Country Park

Polkemmet Country Park , Near Whitburn EH47 0AD

The Park offers beautiful woodland and riverside walks, play area, picnic areas with seating and a barbecue facility.

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Almondell & Calderwood Country Park

Almondell & Calderwood Country Park Almond Lodge, Broxburn EH52 5PE

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Almond Valley Heritage Centre

Almond Valley Heritage Centre Millfield, Livingston EH54 7AR

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The Chocolatarium

3 - 5 Cranston Street , Edinburgh Old Town EH8 8BE

Give yourself or your loved ones a treat with a visit to Edinburgh's Chocolatarium - 90 minutes of chocolate heaven!

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Vogrie Country Park

Vogrie Country Park Gorebridge, Midlothian EH23 4NU

Vogrie offers a haven of tranquillity in the heart of Midlothian's countryside.

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Linlithgow Museum

Linlithgow Partnership Centre 93 High Street , Linlithgow EH49 7EZ

A free museum, perfect for locals and visitors alike. Find out about our Royal connections, the trades of the town, the ordinary - and extra-ordinary! - people.

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