Belleisle

Settlement in Ayrshire

Scotland

Belleisle

Sand Dunes: Seafield At the southern end of Ayr Promenade
Sand Dunes: Seafield Credit: Jim Smillie

Belleisle is a picturesque coastal town located in Ayrshire, Scotland. Situated on the west coast of the country, it offers stunning views of the Firth of Clyde and the Isle of Arran. Known for its natural beauty and historic significance, Belleisle attracts visitors from near and far.

The town is renowned for its expansive Belleisle Park, a 250-acre estate that boasts magnificent gardens, woodland areas, and a grand Victorian mansion. The park offers a perfect retreat for nature lovers, with its well-maintained trails, serene ponds, and diverse wildlife. It is a popular spot for leisurely walks, picnics, and even golfing, with a beautifully designed 18-hole golf course within its grounds.

Belleisle also holds historical importance, particularly due to the Belleisle Castle. This 16th-century tower house stands as a testament to the town's rich past. While the castle is not open to the public, its imposing presence adds to the allure of the area.

For those interested in exploring the local culture, Belleisle provides opportunities to immerse oneself in Scottish traditions. The town hosts various events throughout the year, including music festivals, Highland games, and ceilidhs, providing a taste of the vibrant Scottish heritage.

Additionally, Belleisle offers a range of amenities for residents and visitors alike. There are several shops, cafes, and restaurants in the town center, ensuring that visitors can indulge in local cuisine and find unique souvenirs.

Overall, Belleisle is a charming coastal town that combines natural beauty with historical significance, making it a delightful destination for both relaxation and exploration.

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Belleisle Images

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Sand Dunes: Seafield At the southern end of Ayr Promenade
Sand Dunes: Seafield
At the southern end of Ayr Promenade
Calm seas at Seafield With only a few ripples showing
Calm seas at Seafield
With only a few ripples showing
View from the dunes Looking towards Seafield car park
View from the dunes
Looking towards Seafield car park
The path along the seafront On a hot afternoon the walk along the seafront was very pleasant.
The path along the seafront
On a hot afternoon the walk along the seafront was very pleasant.
The tide is out The sea is quite a way from the path as it is about low tide.
The tide is out
The sea is quite a way from the path as it is about low tide.
Robert Burns' Birthplace Poet Robert Burns was born in this cottage, typical for its time, on 25 January 1759
Robert Burns' Birthplace
Poet Robert Burns was born in this cottage, typical for its time, on 25 January 1759
The Auld Brig O' Doon Taken from the other Brig O' Doon <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/44160" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/44160">Link</a>. Gardens belong to the Brig O' Doon House Hotel (Costley & Costley Hotels) <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.costley-hotels.co.uk" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.costley-hotels.co.uk">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>

"Brigadoon", Lerner and Loewe's classic Broadway fantasy Scottish musical, was probably based on this famous Scottish landmark in Alloway. 
<span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.durham.net/~neilmac/brigdoon.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.durham.net/~neilmac/brigdoon.htm">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>
The Auld Brig O' Doon
Taken from the other Brig O' Doon Link. Gardens belong to the Brig O' Doon House Hotel (Costley & Costley Hotels) LinkExternal link "Brigadoon", Lerner and Loewe's classic Broadway fantasy Scottish musical, was probably based on this famous Scottish landmark in Alloway. LinkExternal link
Brig O' Doon The new Brig O' Doon. Alloway.  Taken from the Auld Brig O' Doon <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/44158" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/44158">Link</a>. Robert Burns Country.
Brig O' Doon
The new Brig O' Doon. Alloway. Taken from the Auld Brig O' Doon Link. Robert Burns Country.
River Doon Millennium Bridge, Ayr This striking foot- and cycle- bridge is the lowest crossing point of the River Doon (only just above the beach), and was completed in 2001. It links the main Ayr seafront with the Greenan Shore to the south. It lies on the National Cycle Network. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.lunemillenniumbridge.info/Dailly.html" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.lunemillenniumbridge.info/Dailly.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>
River Doon Millennium Bridge, Ayr
This striking foot- and cycle- bridge is the lowest crossing point of the River Doon (only just above the beach), and was completed in 2001. It links the main Ayr seafront with the Greenan Shore to the south. It lies on the National Cycle Network. LinkExternal link
Burns Cottage Doorway. Detail of Rabbie Burns' Cottage in Alloway. The roof of this "auld clay biggin'" is thatched, the door and window are picked out in contrasting paint, and the window has a wooden shutter. Burns died in Dumfries.
Burns Cottage Doorway.
Detail of Rabbie Burns' Cottage in Alloway. The roof of this "auld clay biggin'" is thatched, the door and window are picked out in contrasting paint, and the window has a wooden shutter. Burns died in Dumfries.
The Auld Kirk, Alloway. This ruined kirkyard is near Burns Cottage. It is the place where Tam saw Cutty Sark and her coven dancing in Burns' poem, "Tam o'Shanter".
The Auld Kirk, Alloway.
This ruined kirkyard is near Burns Cottage. It is the place where Tam saw Cutty Sark and her coven dancing in Burns' poem, "Tam o'Shanter".
Burns Monument, Alloway. The monument stands between the old and new Alloway Brigs.
Burns Monument, Alloway.
The monument stands between the old and new Alloway Brigs.
Sunset from the Castle We cycled up there from Ayr.
Sunset from the Castle
We cycled up there from Ayr.
Duck family on the water near the sands We were on the little stone bridge. There had been quite an escapade with the ducklings having lost their mother - seems she found them OK. The water merges with salt water in about 10 yards.
Duck family on the water near the sands
We were on the little stone bridge. There had been quite an escapade with the ducklings having lost their mother - seems she found them OK. The water merges with salt water in about 10 yards.
Greenan castle A view looking southwest from the beach towards the remains of Greenan castle on an imposing clifftop site. The radio aerial masts on Brown Carrick Hill can be seen in the distance at right.
Greenan castle
A view looking southwest from the beach towards the remains of Greenan castle on an imposing clifftop site. The radio aerial masts on Brown Carrick Hill can be seen in the distance at right.
Auld Brig o' Doon The old bridge is immortalised in Robert Burns' best-know work, 'Tam o'Shanter'.
Auld Brig o' Doon
The old bridge is immortalised in Robert Burns' best-know work, 'Tam o'Shanter'.
Out of town shopping Small out of town shopping centre at Hollow Park, Maybole Road, Ayr.
Out of town shopping
Small out of town shopping centre at Hollow Park, Maybole Road, Ayr.
Bungalowland Ewenfield Avenue, on the south side of Ayr
Bungalowland
Ewenfield Avenue, on the south side of Ayr
Show me another place!

Belleisle is located at Grid Ref: NS3218 (Lat: 55.436252, Lng: -4.643947)

Unitary Authority: South Ayrshire

Police Authority: Ayrshire

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