BURNSCOUNTRY

Robert Burns is Scotland's best-loved bard and Burns Suppers have been held in his honour for over 200 years,

Bairds Travels down to Alloway in Ayrshire Scotland to see Robert Burns`s bith place.

Born in Alloway, Ayrshire, in 1759 to William Burness, a poor tenant farmer, and Agnes Broun, Robert Burns was the eldest of seven. He spent his youth working his father's farm, but in spite of his poverty he was extremely well read - at the insistence of his father, who employed a tutor for Robert and younger brother Gilbert. At 15 Robert was the principal worker on the farm and this prompted him to start writing in an attempt to find "some kind of counterpoise for his circumstances." It was at this tender age that Burns penned his first verse, "My Handsome Nell", which was an ode to the other subjects that dominated his life, namely scotch and women.

BURNS COUNTRY

HOW TO GET THERE

Prestwick
Flying out very early in the morning from Prestwick Airport or fancy a great game of golf. stay at http://www.bedandbreakfastprestwick.co.uk/accommodation.asp

The ideal stopover for Glasgow Prestwick Airport

Tucked away in a very quiet street, Firhill is only 5 minutes by car or a 15 minute walk to Prestwick Airport so is the perfect haven for the late night or early morning traveller. The main Ayr to Glasgow bus and train links are also less than 5 minutes away. We offer free short stay parking in our drive for our guests who are using the airport for a break away,

Our 100 year old home has been lovingly refurbished and decorated to a very high standard and is perfectly situated between the main street and beach . Both are a leisurely 5 minute stroll.

Prestwick is a friendly little town with lots to do. Bowling, swimming cycling tennis and, of course, golf. Prestwick Golf Club, birthplace of the Open, St Nicholas and St Cuthberts are all excellent ,nearby courses and Royal Troon also famous for Open golf is only 3 miles away or 2 stops on the train.
There is an abundance of great eating places in Prestwick to suit every taste and pocket and all within easy walking distance.
Sandy and Marion are your hosts at Firhill and look forward to welcoming you to their home.

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