District Governor Brenda Waugh visits Ayr

The guest speaker at our recent meeting was District Governor Brenda Waugh, who is a member of the Annan Rotary Club. As well as her vision for the District, Brenda’s talk was on her recent visit to Mumbai in India. Each year, Rotary International has a theme and, when Brenda became her Club’s President, the theme ... More

A Brilliant Burns Night because….

Ayr Rotary Club was entertained to an amazingly high standard by talented performers at their Burns Supper night in the Stravaig Restaurant, Ayr. The irrepressible Willie Dick sparkled as MC, not only word perfectly addressing the Haggis, but also introducing the musically gifted husband and wife duo Bob ... More

In spite of mindless vandalism…….

In spite of mindless vandalism of the Tree of Remembrance one weekend during mid December 2025, Ayr Rotary volunteers, led by Jim Nelson rolled up their sleeves and redressed the damaged tree, righted the hut and added new lights all ready for business on a Sunday morning. The good folk of Ayrshire knew nothing of the ... More

Alloway & Doonfoot Memories

Alasdair Wham’s, presentation takes us back in time with some memories surrounding “Memories of Alloway and Doonfoot”. Alasdair graduated in Chemistry from Glasgow University, was in management for 16 years, eventually becoming deputy head teacher at Greenwood Academy in Irvine, before retiring. He has ... More

Crossroads South Ayrshire

Brian Kelsey, Chair of Crossroads South Ayrshire, gave a very interesting presentation on the work of the charity - Caring for Carers. Crossroads have been helping carers for 40 years. Their principal objective is to provide a domiciliary service to relieve carers in South Ayrshire from the stress of caring for persons ... More

Huge Tree of Remembrance Donation

ML Williams once again supported Ayr Rotary Club's efforts to raise monies for the Ayrshire Hospice, Whiteleys and Cancer Support by donation of a marvellous £300 towards our Tree of Remembrance fund. More

Hilarious Photo Caption Competition Evening

In an evening full of laughter and fun, the "photo caption competition" made a welcome return to Ayr Rotary's evening meeting after several years absence. Douglas Haddow hosted the night in front of an audience of 32 members, having commandeered President Howard, Secretary Bob and Social Convener Alan Meikle as judges. ... More

Opening of the Trishaws garage at Blackburn car park Ayr

At Blackburn Car Park on a rather damp Sunday morning, the new Trishaw garage was officially opened by Katherine Henebry from SWECO, and President Howard Stevenson of Ayr Rotary. SWECO is Europe's leading design, engineering, environmental and regulatory consultancy which donated the third trishaw to the Ayr Chapter and ... More

Ayr Rotary Secondary Schools Technology Tournament

Held on Thursday 9 October 2025 Scott Mulholland engaging with pupils Rotary Technology Tournaments are a challenging and enjoyable way for young people to enrich their STEM learning (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths). The young people, typically in teams of four, have ... More

Community Housing Advocacy Project

Ayr Rotary welcomes Robin Ballantyne from The Community Housing Advocacy Project On 7 October 2025, Ayr Rotary welcomed Robin Ballantyne as our guest speaker, who gave a very interesting presentation on ‘The Community Housing Advocacy Project’, an Ayrshire charity otherwise known by its acronym ‘CHAP’. Robin ... More