Marly's Café – View of Ailsa Craig loop from Girvan

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Marly's Café – View of Ailsa Craig loop from Girvan

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Marly's Café – View of Ailsa Craig loop from Girvan

01:12

4.72km

10m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 6, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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2.19 km

Girvan Harbour and Stumpy Tower

Highlight • Beach

Girvan is a seaside burgh with a vibrant centre, bustling harbour, and long golden beach. The main landmark is Stumpy Tower, which was built as a prison and now displays …

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2.20 km

Marly's Café

Highlight • Cafe

Small coffee shop and cafe.

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2.82 km

Lighthouse at the End of the Sea Wall

Highlight • Monument

Girvan Harbour Lighthouse is at the end of Girvan’s South Pier. Its concrete tower was built in 1883. Girvan is located on Scotland’s eastern coast, looking out across the Firth …

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2.96 km

View of Ailsa Craig

Highlight • Natural Monument

Local Scottish saying:
When Ailsa Craig has on its hat, You can be sure it will be wet, (wat). When Ailsa Craig has on its tie, that's a sign it's going to be dry.

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3.25 km

View of Ailsa Craig from Girvan Beach

Highlight • Beach

Girvan Beach is one of Ayrshire’s main beaches and boasts a long sandy expanse and clear water. Located close to the conveniences of Girvan itself, the beach affords wonderful views …

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4.72 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.14 km

1.66 km

916 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

1.89 km