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Known for
The only Scottish airport Elvis Presley ever set foot in (Prestwick Airport, 1960), the Royal Troon Golf Club, the Bruce's Well, and an Ayrshire coastal town with a remarkable celebrity connection
A little history
On 3 March 1960, Elvis Presley's plane stopped to refuel at Prestwick Airport — the only time he ever set foot on British soil. Royal Troon Golf Club, one of the Open Championship courses, is immediately adjacent to the town. The Bruce's Well commemorates Robert the Bruce.
The Prestwick Airport Elvis connection is celebrated with a statue and exhibition. Royal Troon for world-class golf. The beach for the Ayrshire coastal walk. The town centre for local character.
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Prestwick has good independent cafes and restaurants. The town centre has solid food options. Ayr is close for excellent wider choice.
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The Elvis connection and Royal Troon drive tourism. Independent businesses serve the local community. The airport is a significant employer.
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Prestwick is a place in South Ayrshire known for the only Scottish airport Elvis Presley ever set foot in (Prestwick Airport, 1960), the Royal Troon Golf Club, the Bruce's Well, and an Ayrshire coastal town with a remarkable celebrity connection. On 3 March 1960, Elvis Presley's plane stopped to refuel at Prestwick Airport — the only time he ever set foot on British soil. The population is around 15,000.
Prestwick has good independent cafes and restaurants. The town centre has solid food options. Ayr is close for excellent wider choice.
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Roam covers Prestwick and the surrounding area in South Ayrshire, including Ayr, Troon, Monkton, Tarbolton, Mossblown, Annbank, Symington and Loans.
