South Ayrshire beaches have landed prestigious national awards.Shorelines at Girvan, Maidens, Prestwick and Troon have been recognised as part of Scotland’s Beach Awards for 2021.The quartet received prizes from Keep Scotland Beautiful for their amenities, maintenance, biodiversity and cleanliness.The awards are a benchmark for quality and celebrate clean, well-managed and sustainable beaches.
All four have demonstrated "excellent management, environmental best practice, and maintenance of a high standard".The award marks Girvan’s first beach gong in several years, with its southern end proving an important habitat for breeding birds.Maidens offers breathtaking scenery and unique geology and wildlife.
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