South Ayrshire

British

/ ˈɛəʃɪə, -ʃə /

noun

a council area of SW Scotland, on the Firth of Clyde: comprises the S part of the historical county of Ayrshire; formerly part of Strathclyde Region (1975–96): chiefly agricultural, with fishing and tourism. Administrative centre: Ayr. Pop: 111 580 (2003 est). Area: 1202 sq km (464 sq miles)

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South Ayrshire Council is axing the diving programme and shutting down the only diving pool on the west side of the country.

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026

A consultation by South Ayrshire Council - home to Trump Turnberry - found only 15% of those surveyed supported a tourist tax.

From BBC • Oct. 1, 2025

During his visit, a major security operation has been under way in South Ayrshire and Aberdeenshire.

From BBC • Jul. 29, 2025

The US president will again play a round at Turnberry in South Ayrshire with guests and family, including his son Eric.

From BBC • Jul. 27, 2025

The county returns two members to parliament, who represent North and South Ayrshire respectively.

From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 3, Part 1, Slice 1 "Austria, Lower" to "Bacon" by Various

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