Ayrshire Ayrshire, birthplace of Robert Burns, one of Scotland's most celebrated sons, even after his death over 200 years ago thousands still celebrate Burns Night with the traditional supper of haggis, tatties and neeps. Royal Troon Golf Course was founded in 1878 and designed by one of the greatest of the early British golfers, Willie Fernie. Playing a key role in Scottish history, it has castles and monuments dating back centuries and a range of visitor attractions to keep all the family entertained. The Isle of Arran is one of the most southerly Scottish islands and is known as 'Scotland in miniature'. It's the ideal place for cycling, hillwalking, island golf and activity holidays as well as relaxing on the coast and in the countryside while taking in the history, craft and culture of a Scottish island whose history is intertwined with Celtic myth and legend. For Accommodation please click on the Globes below.