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Report by Ron Ireland, December 2025.   The Rotary Christmas Tree in the High Street is proving as popular as ever this year with the public giving generously to the three nominated local charities. We think it is appropriate at this time to remember John Dunlop, a former fellow Rotarian, who sadly died in 2023. […]

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.

Ron Ireland, Jim Nelson and Brian Hignett preparing the Tree of Remembrance event on Ayr High Street. Coming very soon.

The stage was set, nerves gently shredded, lights were on and action! At Belmont Academy, Ayr Rotary held its annual Youth Speaks competition, showcasing young talented pupils. This year, Ayr Academy, Belmont Academy, Carrick Academy and Marr Collage all submitted entries, with mesmerizing topics. Ayr Academy comprising Sofie, Diana and Cahla, addressed the topical, global […]

Ayr Rotary recently welcomed as their guest speaker, Douglas Brown, who presented on the subject of ‘Vexillology’.   Douglas embraces a rich and varied life of interest and community involvement with many hobbies, including of course, Vexillology. So what is Vexillology? It is dedicated to the fascinating world of the study of flags, pennants, and banners. Derived from the Latin word vexillum (flag) and the Greek logos (knowledge), […]

The atmosphere was buzzing when 26 Ayr Rotarians arrived at LA Bowl in Miller Road, Ayr to enjoy a fun night, but with a seriously competitive edge. The thundering roll of bowling balls followed by the explosion of the hard plastic coated maple wood pins at the far end of the alley was heard all […]

Ayr Rotary’s continued financial support for Carers Gateway South Ayrshire is greatly appreciated, their generosity has made a genuine difference in the lives of the young carers and their families. Thanks to funding last year, several families enjoyed a wonderful day out at Heads of Ayr Farm Park—a much-needed break filled with fun, laughter, and […]

At a recent meeting, Ayr Rotary welcomed as their speaker for the evening Peter Kennerley who gave a presentation on ‘James Boswell (famed biographer of Samuel Johnson) and the Boswell Trust’ Peter a Solicitor by profession, is a founding trustee and active Director of the Boswell Trust, a Scottish charity established in 2010 He gave a most interesting talk about the […]

Twenty Ayr Rotary volunteers collected all day on Saturday 25th October and Saturday 8th November at ASDA. We were overwhelmed by the generosity of Ayrshire folk who made generous donations to the Light Up Red Scottish Poppy Appeal. Money raised during the Scottish Poppy Appeal is used to provide vital life-changing support to the Armed […]

Infinity Allstars Fusion involves around 200 girls, who were formerly based at Monkton Village Hall but now have their own premises just outside Sandyford. They applied to Ayr Rotary’s Treasure Chest enabling them to buy shoes for their youngest members. We were delighted to hand over £250 which owner and head coach Leanne Caird was […]