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New 'Our Freedom: Then and Now' exhibition and 'Oor Freedom Song' comes to The McKechnie Institute
To mark the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War, a new exhibition opened on Saturday 29 November at the McKechnie Institute in Girvan, as part of the 'Our Freedom: Then and Now' programme. 1 December 2025.
Remembering our loved ones at Christmas
South Ayrshire Council will hold its annual Christmas Candlelight Service at Masonhill Crematorium on Sunday 14 December at 3:30pm.
Girvan Academy Unveils New Theatre
South Ayrshire Council is delighted to announce that the refurbishment works to the theatre at Girvan Academy are now complete. 28 November 2025.
South Ayrshire's Festive Safety Campaign Set to Launch
As the countdown to the festive period officially begins, South Ayrshire's annual Festive Safety initiative will commence on Saturday 29 November. 28 November 2025.
Council Makes Progress on Climate Change Commitments
Council has published its Public Bodies Climate Change Duties Annual Report. 27 November 2025
South Ayrshire Secondary Schools Take Part in National Girls Football Competition
Seven secondary schools in South Ayrshire recently took part in the SPAR Future Stars Football Cup.
South Ayrshire Council makes £10,000 donation to charities
South Ayrshire Council's Provost, Iain Campbell, welcomed charity representatives from Young Lives vs Cancer and Brain Tumour Research to County Buildings in Ayr to present donations on behalf of South Ayrshire Council. 26 November 2025.
Heathfield Primary School Praised in Latest School Inspection Report
Heathfield Primary School recently received a positive inspection report from Education Scotland.
South Ayrshire's lifelong learners recognised at Adult and Family Learning Awards 2025
South Ayrshire Council's Thriving Communities team recently celebrated the achievements of local learners, volunteers and community groups at the Adult and Family Learning Awards 2025 at Ayr Town Hall.
Bikeability: Now Delivered by Dolphin House Outdoor Education Centre
Dolphin House Outdoor Education Centre has taken on delivery of Cycling Scotland's Bikeability programme across all South Ayrshire primary schools.