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Bass Rock Dusk

Bass Rock Dusk John Houston Button Fish Still Life Blue Fish Still Life Blue William Scott Button In an Indian Garden In an Indian Garden George Devlin Button Red Abstract Red Abstract Tom McKendrick Button Still Life with Teapot Still Life with Teapot James Fullarton Button The Secret Lovers The Secret Lovers Neil MacPherson Button Untitled 2 Untitled 2 Suze Krawagna Button Upwelling Current No. 3 Upwelling Current No. 3 Lynne Brooks-Korn Button The Holy Fair The Holy Fair Rob Bryden Button Exhibitions AT THE MACLAURIN ART GALLERY Well Connected: The Royal Scottish Academy and The Maclaurin Collection Saturday 20 June - Sunday 30 August 2026 Welcome to The Maclaurin Trust Set within the magnificent grounds of Rozelle Park, the Maclaurin Art Gallery offers a rare chance to enjoy a wide range of works from local, national and internationally acclaimed artists. The impressive mansion house, built in 1760 in the style of Robert Adam was gifted to the Royal Burgh of Ayr in 1968. A generous bequest of funds from the late Mrs Mary Maclaurin enabled the conversion of the coach house and stables into an art gallery in 1976 and the ongoing acquisition of a unique collection of contemporary 20th and 21st century art. The Gallery has full disabled access, from a clearly marked parking space right outside the entrance arch, to smooth access to all five galleries, either across the courtyard or through the galleries themselves to the Tearoom and disabled toilet.

Sun 30 AugMaclaurin Art Gallery(3.6mi)

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Exhibitions

AT THE MACLAURIN ART GALLERY Well Connected: The Royal Scottish Academy and The Maclaurin Collection Saturday 20 June - Sunday 30 August 2026

Sun 30 AugMaclaurin Art Gallery(3.6mi)

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Community

Around £5.00

Adult beginners crochet coffee morning

Adult beginners crochet coffee morning Host: Shirley Mawhinney & Val Riddiough Time: 10- 12.30pm This is for adults (16+) who have never crocheted before or who are at the beginning of their crochet journey. It's a relaxed and very informal session. Shirley and Val, right-handed instructors, will be there to get you started and help you create a basic shape e.g. square, circle, love heart. You are also encouraged to bring along any crochet projects that you are currently working on that you'd like help with. This session is an opportunity to bring together beginners, and blether over a cuppa and biscuits. Yarn, hooks and materials will be available for you to use and we will offer advice and guidance on how to get your crochet projects started. This is not a structured lesson, so it's perfect for anyone who wants to just give it a go or even just get to know a bit more about crochet. Price: £5 (includes cuppa, biscuits) What We Need From You: Your name, email address and telephone numberPlease also make us aware of any disabilities and special requirements e.g. mobility issues. The coffee morning will take place on the first floor (one flight of stairs) During the morning, we may take photographs for use on our social media and on our website. If you do not wish to be photographed please let us know.

Wed 22 Jul11:00The Crafty Coo(5.2mi)

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Children & Family

Around £15.00

Children's crochet: make a basket

Children's crochet: make a basket Hosts: Val Riddiough and Shirley Mawhinney Time: 2pm - 4pm Price: £15 This workshop is for children who are aged 8+. Crochet requires a level of dexterity in their fingers that usually hasn't formed before age 8. We want children to have the best experience and not be put off learning this skill. This class is for children who are beginners to crochet and for those who can already crochet. They will be taught how to make a basket. We will adapt the style to suit their ability so everyone will go home with something that they can use. They will learn skills which will help them to never be bored in their summer holiday. Examples of baskets will be displayed for inspiration. All materials will be provided at the class. If your child already has crochet hooks and yarn please feel free to bring them along. What We Need From You: Your name, email address and telephone number, your child's name. Please also make us aware of any disabilities, special requirements or anything you need us to be mindful of when teaching your child. You can do this by sending us an email at Children should be accompanied to this workshop by an adult. Adults are expected to stay for the duration of the class. A comfortable seating area is available along with complimentary tea, coffee and biscuits. Free wifi is also available. During the workshops, we may take photographs for use on our social media and on our website.

Wed 22 Jul15:00The Crafty Coo(5.2mi)

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Community

Around £17.00

The Jam’d

Featured on BBC Radio 4, the Jam’d are the UK’s most authentic Jam Tribute

Fri 24 JulVenue38(5.2mi)

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Community

Christina Riley’s Opening Exhibiton: In this Book You’ll Find a Recipe

Christina Riley’s Opening Exhibiton: In this Book You’ll Find a Recipe Fri 24th July, 4pm - 8pm Join us at Narture for the final exhibition of our July Blank Canvas resident, artist and writer Christina Riley. Her project, In This Book You’ll Find a Recipe—a title borrowed from Georgia O’Keeffe—combines photography, books, and food to create a collaborative community cookbook. By gathering local recipes, cooking tips, and food memories, the project highlights the vital importance of sharing knowledge during modern climate and cost-of-living crises. Throughout July, Christina has been using Narture’s darkroom to develop photographs while designing and hand-binding her book. The exhibition space will showcase this collaborative cookbook alongside a special curation of The Nature Library, focusing on literature tied to food, agriculture, and the environment. The exhibition launches with an opening night on Friday 24th July, featuring an artist talk with Christina at 6:00 PM. The gallery will remain open for viewing throughout the weekend, on Saturday and Sunday 11am-4pm! MAKE by Narture Studios 30 Newmarket St, Ayr Book In

Fri 24 Jul17:00Narture studios(5.3mi)

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Adult crochet (toy making): Tuesday 7th July

Community

Around £20.00

Adult crochet (toy making): Tuesday 7th July

Adult crochet workshop (Toy making) Host: Val Riddiough Time: 11.30am - 1.30pm Price: £20 (all materials are provided) In this workshop you will learn the skills of amigurumi crochet, to make toys. You will be taught how to do crochet stitches such as chain, double crochet stitch and how to make increases and decreases in your project to create the 3D shape. Some experience of crochet is beneficial for attending this class. All materials for this workshop will be provided, however if you have your own crochet hooks, you are more than welcome to bring them along. Tea, coffee and biscuits are supplied during the workshop, and you are also welcome to bring along your own refreshments. What We Need From You: Your name, email address and telephone number. Please also make us aware of any disabilities, special requirements or anything you need us to be mindful of, we want to ensure you have the best experience possible. You can do this by sending us an email at During the workshops, we may take photographs for use on our social media and on our website. If you do no wish to be photographed please let us know. Terms and conditions of workshops and classes: 80% refund will be returned if morethan 48 hours notice is given, beyond 48 hours notice no refund will be given, unless agreed with The Crafty Coo directors.

Sat 25 Jul12:30The Crafty Coo(5.2mi)

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Workshops & Classes

3 week Bowl Making and Glazing Workshop

3 week Bowl Making and Glazing Workshop Monday 20th, 27th of July and 3rd of August, 6.30-8.30pm Make your own ceramic bowls from scratch! From hand building to glazing. Important info!!: This workshop happens over 3 weeks, Monday 20th, 27th of July and 3rd of August, 6.30-8.30pm. You must be able to attend all 3 dates. A 3 week workshop focused on making and glazing your own beautiful ceramic bowls. Over the three sessions, you’ll hand-build a small set of bowls, create their shapes, and decorate before glazing them in the final week. Suitable for both beginners and those with some clay experience. You will be learning skills such as how to slip cast and press mould with clay! As well as all about the glazing and firing process. Narture Studios, 34 Newmarket St, Ayr Book In

Mon 27 JulNarture studios(5.3mi)

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Workshops & Classes

3 week Bowl Making and Glazing Workshop

Mon 27 Jul07:30Narture studios(5.3mi)

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Workshops & Classes

3 week Bowl Making and Glazing Workshop

Mon 27 Jul19:30Narture studios(5.3mi)

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Children's beginners crochet (right-handed): Thursday 7th May: 6pm - 8pm

Children & Family

Around £8.00

Children's beginners crochet (right-handed): Thursday 7th May: 6pm - 8pm

Children's beginners crochet (right-handed) Hosts: Shirley Mawhinney & Val Riddiough Time: 6pm - 8pm Price: £8 This workshop is for right- handed children who are aged 8+. Crochet requires a level of dexterity in their fingers that usually hasn't formed before age 8. We want children to have the best experience and not be put off learning this skill. In this workshop children will learn basic crochet stitches including chain stitch, slip stitch, double crochet, half treble and treble crochet. They will be encouraged to combine these stitches to make a basic shapes such as squares, circles, flowers, love hearts. Children will be guided on choosing yarns and colours and shown some examples of things that they can go on to make using their shapes e.g. flowers, hanging decorations, blankets, toys. All materials are provided, however if your child already has crochet hooks and yarn please feel free to bring them along. What We Need From You: Your name, email address and telephone number, your child's name and their favourite colour (if they have one). Please also make us aware of any disabilities, special requirements or anything you need us to be mindful of when teaching your child. You can do this by sending us an email at Children should be accompanied to this workshop by an adult. Adults are expected to stay for the duration of the class.

Tue 28 JulThe Crafty Coo(5.2mi)

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Community

Around £20.00

Adult crochet (toy making): Tuesday 7th July

Wed 29 Jul12:30The Crafty Coo(5.2mi)

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Children's crochet: make a basket and flower

Children & Family

Around £15.00

Children's crochet: make a basket and flower

Children's crochet: make a basket Hosts: Val Riddiough and Shirley Mawhinney Time: 2pm - 4pm Price: £15 This workshop is for children who are aged 8+. Crochet requires a level of dexterity in their fingers that usually hasn't formed before age 8. We want children to have the best experience and not be put off learning this skill. This class is for children who are beginners to crochet and for those who can already crochet. They will be taught how to make a basket and/or flower. We will adapt the style to suit their ability so everyone will go home with something that they can use. They will learn skills which will help them to never be bored in their summer holiday. Examples of baskets and flowers will be displayed for inspiration. All materials will be provided at the class. If your child already has crochet hooks and yarn please feel free to bring them along. What We Need From You: Your name, email address and telephone number, your child's name. Please also make us aware of any disabilities, special requirements or anything you need us to be mindful of when teaching your child. You can do this by sending us an email at Children should be accompanied to this workshop by an adult. Adults are expected to stay for the duration of the class. A comfortable seating area is available along with complimentary tea, coffee and biscuits. Free wifi is also available. During the workshops, we may take photographs for use on our social media and on our website.

Wed 29 Jul15:00The Crafty Coo(5.2mi)

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Arts & Culture

Life Drawing

Life Drawing Last Wednesday of the month from 6pm - 8pm Next session: 29th July Whether you're completely new to life drawing or looking to develop your observational skills, our monthly Life Drawing sessions offer a welcoming, relaxed environment to learn, experiment, and create. Led by artist Rebecca Scott, who has over ten years' experience teaching art, each session is designed to help you build confidence while enjoying the challenge of drawing from a professional life model. Class sizes are intentionally kept small to ensure everyone has space to work comfortably and receive individual guidance when needed. Held at Narture Studios, 34 Newmarket Street, Ayr KA7 1LP, our studio provides a calm, friendly setting where you can focus on your creative practice alongside others. We will meet on the last Wednesday of the month from 6 - 8 pm. Narture Studios, 34 Newmarket St, Ayr Book In

Wed 29 Jul19:00Narture studios(5.3mi)

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Community

Book Launch of The Artist and the Mirmin of Famagusta by Sarah Dean-Hunter local author

Book Launch of The Artist and the Mirmin of Famagusta by Sarah Dean-Hunter local author Fri 31st July, 7pm - 8pm An Evening with Local Author & Artist Sarah Dean-Hunter: Art, Folklore, and Fictional Worlds Join us for an inspiring evening with professional artist and author Sarah Dean-Hunter as she celebrates the release of her captivating new novel, The Artist and the Mirmin of Famagusta. Set against the sun-drenched, golden backdrop of Cyprus, the novel follows Pearl, an artist whose life takes an enchanting and unexpected turn when she crosses paths with Siretta, a playful, gender neutral mermaid (Mirmin) from the deep. Far from a traditional romance, the book explores a rare, profound, and life-changing connection rooted in creativity, mutual discovery, and the beauty of platonic relationships. It is a story about learning to see the world through a completely fresh lens and discovering how art can bridge two entirely different worlds. Whether you are a lover of independent fiction, an art enthusiast, or interested in diverse and unique character representation in modern literature, this talk offers a wonderful glimpse into the creative mind. The presentation will be followed by a Q&A session and a book signing. Copies of the book will be available for purchase. SHAPE by Narture Studios 32 Newmarket St, Ayr Book In

Fri 31 Jul20:00Narture studios(5.3mi)

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Children's pottery "Make your own pet": Wednesday 8th April: 1pm - 3pm

Children & FamilyWorkshops & Classes

Around £20.00

Children's pottery "Make your own pet": Wednesday 8th April: 1pm - 3pm

Children's pottery class Hosts: Adrienne McKenzie Time: 1pm - 3pm Price: £20 per child Come and have fun while you make your own ceramic creation. Children will learn how to make pinch pots, add features and textures and score and slip. After making your animal, you can glaze it with underglaze. We will dry and fire your animal in the kiln and then clear glaze it and refire. Your animal will be ready to collect in approximately three weeks from date of class. We will notify you when it's ready for collection. All materials are provided What We Need From You: Your name, email address and telephone number, your child's name. Please also make us aware of any disabilities, special requirements or anything you need us to be mindful of when teaching your child. You can do this by sending us an email at Children should be accompanied to this workshop by an adult. Adults are expected to stay for the duration of the class. A comfortable seating area with complimentary tea and coffee is provided. During the workshops, we may take photographs for use on our social media and on our website. If you do not wish your child to be photographed please let us know. Terms and conditions of workshops and classes: 80% refund will be returned if morethan 48 hours notice is given, beyond 48 hours notice no refund will be given, unless agreed with The Crafty Coo directors.

Sun 2 AugThe Crafty Coo(5.2mi)

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Make a seascape acrylic painting: Sunday 2nd August

Community

Around £25.00

Make a seascape acrylic painting: Sunday 2nd August

Make a seascape acrylic painting Learn to paint your version of a mystical, serene seascape in acrylic paints. You could add Ailsa Craig or Arran on the horizon too if you would like to. Your tutor is a qualified art teacher of 22 years and will be gently guiding you to create your unique version of her painting. This workshop is for adults. This workshop will be held in our upstairs workshop, one flight of stairs, we do not have a lift. What We Need From You: Your name, email address and telephone number. Please also make us aware of any disabilities, special requirements or anything you need us to be mindful of, we want to ensure you have the best experience possible. You can do this by sending us an email at During the workshops, we may take photographs for use on our social media and on our website. If you do no wish to be photographed please let us know.

Sun 2 Aug15:00The Crafty Coo(5.2mi)

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Ayrshire and Arran, Scotland

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