Opened in 1812, it linked with the Kilmarnock and Troon Railway - and the job opportunities ... It constructed mostly small passenger and merchant ships for the global market.

Ten Ayrshire train stations are set to see a reduction to ticket office opening hours under new plans announced by ScotRail.

Glen Sannox is now pulling away from Brodick harbour. It should be back in Troon in about 75 minutes' time. There’s a rumble as the bow doors close. The safety announcement about lifeboats and ...