Barassie

Settlement in Ayrshire

Scotland

Barassie

Barassie Beach Landing at Barassie beach. View is to the south toward Troon Harbour.
Barassie Beach Credit: Tony Page

Barassie is a small village located on the west coast of Scotland, specifically in South Ayrshire. It lies approximately 5 miles north of the town of Troon and around 30 miles southwest of Glasgow. Barassie is primarily a residential area, known for its picturesque scenery and close proximity to the beach.

The village is characterized by its charming, traditional Scottish architecture, with many stone-built houses and cottages lining the streets. The community of Barassie is tight-knit and friendly, with a population of around 2,000 residents. The area boasts a peaceful and tranquil atmosphere, making it an ideal place for families and retirees seeking a quiet lifestyle.

Barassie's main attraction is its stunning sandy beach, which stretches for miles along the coastline. This beautiful beach is popular among locals and visitors alike, offering opportunities for leisurely walks, sunbathing, and various water sports such as windsurfing and kiteboarding. The beach is also home to a golf course, further adding to the recreational options available in the area.

In terms of amenities, Barassie has a few local shops and services, including a convenience store, a post office, and a pub. For more extensive shopping and entertainment options, residents can easily access the nearby town of Troon, which offers a wider range of facilities such as supermarkets, restaurants, and leisure centers.

Overall, Barassie is a charming coastal village that offers a peaceful and idyllic living environment, with its beautiful beach, friendly community, and easy access to nearby amenities.

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Barassie Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.56131/-4.646349 or Grid Reference NS3332. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Barassie Beach Landing at Barassie beach. View is to the south toward Troon Harbour.
Barassie Beach
Landing at Barassie beach. View is to the south toward Troon Harbour.
North Barassie Beach View to Arran from North Barassie Beach
North Barassie Beach
View to Arran from North Barassie Beach
Stinking Rocks, Barassie Looking south towards Troon Harbour, with Ailsa Craig in the distance.
Stinking Rocks, Barassie
Looking south towards Troon Harbour, with Ailsa Craig in the distance.
Portland Park, Troon. Football ground Portland Park - home of Troon FC
Portland Park, Troon. Football ground
Portland Park - home of Troon FC
Car park on the beach Parking and picnicking on Barassie beach.
Car park on the beach
Parking and picnicking on Barassie beach.
Muirhead Activity Centre
Muirhead Activity Centre
Local Shopping
Local Shopping
Underpass beneath the A78
Underpass beneath the A78
Dundonald Camp The low hills on the horizon are on the Isle of Arran.  This is in category "Military Installation" since it used to be the army's Young Tradesmen's camp but the houses are now (2008) being sold to private buyers and a developer plans to build on the rest of the site.
Dundonald Camp
The low hills on the horizon are on the Isle of Arran. This is in category "Military Installation" since it used to be the army's Young Tradesmen's camp but the houses are now (2008) being sold to private buyers and a developer plans to build on the rest of the site.
Loans and the mini-roundabout at the crossroads
Loans and the mini-roundabout at the crossroads
Well trimmed hedge on the A759.
Well trimmed hedge on the A759.
Modern entrance to Hillhouse Quarry This is a busy spot!  While I was there, there must have been a lorry movement about every minute or two.
Modern entrance to Hillhouse Quarry
This is a busy spot! While I was there, there must have been a lorry movement about every minute or two.
Hillhouse Quarry, through the trees, by the A759 The quarry buildings are screened by trees. The wooden garage appears to belong to a private house.
Hillhouse Quarry, through the trees, by the A759
The quarry buildings are screened by trees. The wooden garage appears to belong to a private house.
Pan Rocks Looking over breakwater to Pan Rocks, North Sands and Barassie.
Pan Rocks
Looking over breakwater to Pan Rocks, North Sands and Barassie.
"Fordell", 43 Beach Road, Barassie Guest House with many happy memories.  <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.fordell-troon.co.uk/index.html" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.fordell-troon.co.uk/index.html">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
"Fordell", 43 Beach Road, Barassie
Guest House with many happy memories. LinkExternal link
The Catholic Church of Our Lady of the Assumption and St Meddan The crowned mini-spire is quite unusual.
The Catholic Church of Our Lady of the Assumption and St Meddan
The crowned mini-spire is quite unusual.
Storm Damage at Sanderling View The unconventional roof design used in these flats which were built on the site of the old gasometer at the foot of Barassie Street may need to be redesigned after being raised during strong winds.
Storm Damage at Sanderling View
The unconventional roof design used in these flats which were built on the site of the old gasometer at the foot of Barassie Street may need to be redesigned after being raised during strong winds.
On the Wing Man and bird can live together, down on Barassie Beach.
On the Wing
Man and bird can live together, down on Barassie Beach.
Show me another place!

Barassie is located at Grid Ref: NS3332 (Lat: 55.56131, Lng: -4.646349)

Unitary Authority: South Ayrshire

Police Authority: Ayrshire

What 3 Words

///hothouse.quietly.swim. Near Troon, South Ayrshire

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Nearby Amenities

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Barassie
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Barassie
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Barassie
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Wikipedia: en:Barassie railway station
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