The former Burgh of Saltcoats is a port and seaside resort town on the west coast of Scotland, south-east of Ardrossan in the Cunninghame district of North Ayrshire. Saltcoats is part of the ‘Three towns’ along with Ardrossan and Stevenston, awarded Burgh of Barony status in 1528. Saltcoats is well-know as being the location of the fictional town of ‘Finport’ in the BBC programme ‘Still Game’. Saltcoats began as the late medieval salt-producing and fish-curing village, the name deriving from the industry of salt-panning, salt was extracted from sea-water in clay-built ‘cotts’ or huts along the beach, salt was manufactured in small pans and kettles. The harbour built in 1680 ensured the town developed as a port trading in salt, fish and coal. Architecturally interesting structures include the town-house with a spire dating from 1825 and the Parish church; 1774.The nearby North Ayrshire Museum displays relics of the towns nautical past and on the archaeology, costume, transport, culture and country life with a reconstructed traditional Ayrshire cottage interior. The town has shops and amenities, hotel, and holiday accommodation. Saltcoats is popular with tourists; with its beautiful beaches, walks and cycle-paths. Nearby, Eglinton Country Park offers a range of activities including fishing and horse-riding.
Attraction
Dentist
The Dental Centre
Three Towns Dental Care
Doctor
Estate Agent
Birrell Estate Agency
Taylor & Henderson
Welch & Roe
Holiday Park
Market
Pub and Bar
Albion Bar
Bar One
Elms
Furlongs
Hip Flask
New Castle Wee Rock
Salt Cot
Restaurant
Avanit
Beijing City
New Splendour Chinese Restaurant
School
Dykesmains Primary SchoolMayfield Primary School
Solicitor
Jas Campbell & Co
Nellany & Co
Taxi
Central Taxis
Clyde Taxis
Colin's Cab's
Premier Taxis
West Coast Taxis
Shops
Stems & Gems
Boots
Hallmark Cards
Pets Market
Places to Stay near Saltcoats
Lauriston Hotel (0.35 miles)
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Nethermains Lodge (3.69 miles)
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Carlton Seamill (3.90 miles)
Seamill Hydro Hotel & Resort (4.09 miles)
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Marina Inn (4.83 miles)
Marina Inn (4.88 miles)
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Harbourside Hotel (4.95 miles)
Close to Irvine’s sandy beach, the railway station and the shops, this family-run bed and breakfast is just 10 minutes from Glasgow Prestwick Airport and offers a free shuttle service. When staying a minimum of 2 ... More | visit website
Braidmead House (5.30 miles)
Completely renovated and restored and extended over a four year period, braidmead house opened ... More | visit website
Irvine Lodge (5.41 miles)
The Irvine lodge is a centrally based guest house in the heart of the town of Irvine. We offer modern living accommodation and all our rooms are en-suite. Set in the middle ... More
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