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Saltcoats tourist information
Just along the coast from Irvine is the seaside town of Saltcoats, which joins with the neighbouring towns of Ardrossan and Stevenson around the golden sands of Irvine Bay.
The name derives from the traditional industry of salt production from seawater, once carried out in the workers cottages or 'salt-cots'.
This traditional town started life as a fishing village but gained prosperity like so many others in this part of Scotland through the shipping and shipbuilding industries in the 19th century. It became very popular in the Victorian era as a coastal resort and remains popular today due to its fine beaches and attractive harbourside.
Craft Town Scotland 75-77 Main Street, West Kilbride, Largs KA23 9AP
Studios and gallery showcasing the best of local arts and crafts. Craft Town Scotland information
Portencross Castle Portencross, West Kilbride, Largs KA23 9QA
14th century ruined castle, recently restored in a major heritage project. Portencross Castle information
North Ayrshire Museum 13 Kirkgate, Saltcoats KA21 5HB
Interesting small museum of local life. North Ayrshire Museum information
Enjoy the beaches then pop into Irvine or up to Largs along the coast
Towns Near Saltcoats To Visit - straight line distance:
Irvine Tourist Information (5.33 miles) Troon Tourist Information (8.42 miles) Great Cumbrae Tourist Information (9.90 miles) Largs Tourist Information (11.00 miles)
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