Stage 10 Ardrossan to Portencross

Ardrossan Harbour and Marina – North Beach – Seamill – Portencross

Distance: 10.5 km = 6.5 miles      Time: 3 hoursstage-10-map


Walking summary: Easy – promenades, pavements, paths, cycle tracks, sandy beaches.

We strongly advise purchase of the Guide Book for a detailed description and map of the route.

 Plus OS Explorer Map 341.

Car Parks: Ardrossan Cross – Portencross Car Park.

Transport: Train Services for Ayr, Glasgow, Largs. Good bus services. Ferry Terminal for Arran.

Historical: Ardrossan Harbour. Iron Age duns on escarpment. Ancient fish cruives or traps. The Sea Mill.

General: Ardrossan Harbour and Marina. Photogenic coastline. West Kilbride Craft Town.

Nature: Coastal birds and seals. Coastal geology.

Eating/Provisions: Rowan Tree roadside restaurant. Waterside Inn. Seamill and West Kilbride shops.

Public Toilets: A78 at North Crescent Rd (Superloo All year 24 hours). West Kilbride Glen Rd (All year 0700 – 1700).

Accommodation: Hotels and B&Bs in Ardrossan. Hotels and B&Bs in Seamill. See the accommodation section for more information.

Route Stages

Click to find detailed advice on each section. Much more information is available in the Guidebook

  1. Glenapp Kirk to Ballantrae
  2. Ballantrae to Lendalfoot
  3. Lendalfoot to Girvan
  4. Girvan to Maidens
  5. Maidens to Dunure
  6. Dunure to Ayr
  7. Ayr to Troon Harbour
  8. Troon Harbour to Irvine
  9. Irvine to Ardrossan
  10. Ardrossan to Portencross
  11. Portencross to Largs
  12. Largs to Kelly Burn

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