North Ayrshire

British

/ -ʃə, ˈɛəʃɪə /

noun

a council area of W central Scotland, on the Firth of Clyde: comprises the N part of the historical county of Ayrshire, including the Isle of Arran; formerly part of Strathclyde Region (1975–96): chiefly agricultural, with fishing and tourism. Administrative centre: Irvine. Pop: 136 030 (2003 est). Area: 884 sq km (341 sq miles)

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Scarlet Rowe, age 11, from Irvine in North Ayrshire, was treated for burns to her face and eyelid after an incident in May.

From BBC ● Jun. 29, 2026

Two baby otter cubs have been rescued after they were found huddling for warmth in a car engine in North Ayrshire.

From BBC ● Feb. 18, 2026

Like many people with autism, Caitlyn - from Ardrossan in North Ayrshire - can struggle with busy environments, meeting strangers and coping with changes to routine.

From BBC ● Dec. 30, 2025

Ms Bunyan will then be laid to rest on the North Ayrshire island.

From BBC ● Oct. 22, 2025

It comes just weeks after President Trump visited Scotland, when he played Turnberry in North Ayrshire and his new 18-hole course at Menie in Aberdeenshire.

From BBC ● Aug. 14, 2025

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