Stagecoach announces partnership with South Ayrshire Council for the International Ayr Show
Stagecoach has announced a partnership with this year's International Ayr Show – Festival of Flight.
As part of the collaboration, the bus giant will provide an open-top service offering live flight commentary, giving visitors a unique experience.
The event, which draws around 90,000 visitors, takes place along the South Ayrshire coastline at the Low Green, Ayr.
The two-day spectacular runs this year from September 5-6.
Included in this year's line up is the world-famous Red Arrows, Typhoon, the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight (BBMF), the RAF Falcons Parachute Display Team, the RAF Grob Tutor and many more.
To help reduce congestion in the town and ensure smooth travel for visitors, a park-and-ride shuttle service will run frequently throughout the event.
The shuttle bus drop-off point for park and ride will be at Ayr Esplanade – right in the heart of the action.
Buses will run up to every three to four minutes. On Friday, September 5 they will operate from 3.45pm until 10pm, while on Saturday, September 6 from 10.15am to 8pm.
Pick-up and drop-off locations include Ayr Racecourse - park and ride or park and walk. Shuttle buses will be available, but those who prefer to walk are welcome to do so.
Early bird tickets are £10 on Friday and £15 on Saturday.
Rozelle Estate will be open for parking on Saturday only - park and ride or walk. Shuttle buses will be available, but walking is also an option. It's just over one mile from Rozelle Estate to the festival site. Early bird tickets are £15.
Customers are urged to take advantage of group tickets, as well as free travel for under 22s and over 60s. Buying tickets in advance is strongly recommended.
Fiona Doherty, Managing Director of Stagecoach West Scotland, said: "We're pleased to partner with South Ayrshire Council again to support the International Ayr Show – a fantastic event that brings the community together and showcases the best of the region.
"This collaboration allows us to provide reliable and accessible transport for attendees, helping to ease congestion and ensure safe, smooth travel throughout the weekend. We're committed to supporting local events that connect people and celebrate our shared community spirit. We hope everyone enjoys a brilliant weekend."
South Ayrshire Council's tourism spokesman, Councillor Alec Clark, said: "I'm pleased to be working with Stagecoach once again as our shuttle bus operator for the airshow. Our park and ride options are a great way to take any hassle out of your festival weekend.
"You simply reserve your space in advance online at ayrshow.co.uk, arrive at the carpark you've pre-booked, and the Stagecoach shuttle will drop you off right in the centre of the action - at Ayr Esplanade. And, with Stagecoach operating the shuttles every three to four minutes you won't need to wait around for long when you arrive."
Parking must be booked in advance via South Ayrshire Council. For details and to book, visit here.
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