🏌️♂️ GOLF
Turnberry Golf Course
Play a round at the iconic Ailsa Course at Turnberry, one of the world’s most famous links golf destinations. Just minutes from Carlyon Lodge.
Prestwick Golf Club
The birthplace of the Open Championship and a must-play for golf history lovers. A classic links experience, just 30 minutes away.
Royal Troon
Host to multiple Open Championships, this world-renowned course offers a challenging and scenic round for serious golfers.
Western Gailes
A hidden gem of Scottish links golf, Western Gailes is known for its beauty, layout, and strong coastal winds.
🌿 EXPLORE
Culzean Castle & Country Park
Guest Favourite! Spend the day exploring castle grounds with beaches, woodlands, trails, cafes, a play park, deer park, and a stunning walled garden. A must-visit for all ages!
Turnberry Beach
Just a short walk from the lodge. Enjoy breathtaking views of Ailsa Craig and the Isle of Arran, stroll to the Turnberry Lighthouse, or have a beachside picnic.
Heads of Ayr Farm Park
Perfect for families! Enjoy indoor and outdoor play zones, farm animals, exotic wildlife, steam train rides, and a café.
Galloway Forest Park
Britain’s largest forest park, with ancient woodlands, lochs, and mountain views. Awarded Dark Sky Park status for incredible stargazing. Only 30 minutes away.
Dumfries House
Explore a 2,000-acre estate with beautiful gardens, family adventure areas, and an impressive stately home filled with Chippendale furniture. A 40-minute drive, and well worth it! Part of the King's Trust Foundation.
📜 ROBERT BURNS HISTORY
Burns Country – Alloway
Visit the Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, Burns Cottage, and Brig o' Doon—the iconic bridge from Tam o’ Shanter. Be sure to stop at the Brig o' Doon Restaurant for classic Scottish cuisine. Approx. 25 minutes from Turnberry.
🚶♀️ WALKS & TRAILS
Ayrshire Coastal Path
Stretching 100 miles along the coast, this scenic path connects towns like Ayr, Troon, and Largs—perfect for walkers and nature lovers.
Smugglers' Trail
A local favourite that begins at South Beach in Troon and weaves through historic sites and woodlands with stunning coastal views.
🥃 WHISKY EXPERIENCES
A.D. Rattray Whisky Experience
Located nearby in Kirkoswald, this charming shop offers tastings, a wide range of whiskies, and the chance to fill your own custom bottle.
Bladnoch Distillery
Explore one of Scotland’s oldest working distilleries in the south of Ayrshire. About an hour’s drive from Carlyon Lodge.
The Clydeside Distillery
Located in Glasgow, this riverside distillery offers modern whisky tours in a historic setting. About 1 hr 10 min north.
🐎 HORSE-RIDING
Turnberry Hotel Stables
Enjoy horse riding along the beach or through scenic countryside trails, just minutes away from the lodge.
🪁 KITESURFING
Kitesurf Scotland – Troon
Catch the wind and waves at Troon, a top kitesurfing destination with instruction and equipment rental available.
🚤 EXCURSIONS
Ailsa Craig
Take a boat trip from Girvan to explore this dramatic volcanic island known for its wildlife and granite.
Isle of Arran
Catch the ferry from Ardrossan and explore this "Scotland in miniature" with castles, distilleries, and scenic hikes.
Isle of Cumbrae
Accessible via ferry from Largs—perfect for a day of cycling, watersports, or exploring the town of Millport.
Isle of Bute
Reachable by ferry from Wemyss Bay. Visit Mount Stuart, enjoy sandy beaches, or take a scenic coastal drive.
Belfast
Take a ferry from Cairnryan for a day or overnight trip to Northern Ireland’s capital city.
🍽️ DINING
Souter’s Inn – Kirkoswald
A family favourite serving hearty meals in a cozy setting.
Wildings – Maidens
Locally loved seafood restaurant with beautiful views over the harbour.
Kirkmichael Arms – Kirkmichael
A country pub with traditional Scottish dishes and a welcoming atmosphere. Michelin-listed!
Yasmin’s – Girvan
Excellent Indian cuisine with takeaway and dine-in options.
The Duel in the Sun – Turnberry Resort
Upscale steakhouse overlooking the famous golf course.
Turnberry Hotel Dining
Choose from fine dining at 1906 or a relaxed meal at The Grand Tea Lounge & Bar with sea views.
Stunning Scottish Cuisine in a magical setting.