Ayrshire Magazine

23/08/2026

At 77 years old, Lenny Pyper has become one of the most recognisable and valued faces at Rugby Park. For community hero Lenny Pyper visit
www.ayrshiremagazine.com/community-hero-lenny-pyper/

22/08/2026

The River Ayr Way is a 40+ mile route which traces the length of the River Ayr from source to sea. For the River Ayr Way visit
www.ayrshiremagazine.com/the-river-ayr-way-challenge/

21/08/2026

Decked out in a bright red GBR fleece, Rory McKinna looks every inch the world-class athlete that he is. For Rory McKinna visit
www.ayrshiremagazine.com/rory-mckinna/

21/08/2026

Discover how Ayrshire's Touzie Tyke grew from a two-person start-up into a trusted animation studio for the BBC, Channel 4 and brands across the UK.
www.ayrshiremagazine.com/touzie-tyke/

21/08/2026

𝐀𝐲𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐃𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐥𝐲 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐔𝐩 💃🕺

Say hello to our next dancer Karen Gall

Karen swapped working life for retirement last year and is now enjoying life at a slightly more leisurely pace. ✨

She may not consider herself a natural dancer, although after a few wines at a wedding, she’s convinced she’s Beyoncé! 💃😂

⭐ Karen will be dancing with Mario Coelho

Mario first discovered his love of dancing at just seven years old, but a knee injury forced him to hang up his dancing shoes for 17 years.

Determined to dance again, he returned to the floor — this time, dancing for an incredible cause. 💃✨

By day, Mario is a supervisor for a well-known fashion brand. By night, he transforms into Mario the Latino Lover, complete with his hypnotising hips! 🔥

Support them here:

Help Karen Harkness raise money to support The Killie Community

20/08/2026

🎉 Exciting news for Ayr! 🎉

The Boathouse is officially opening tomorrow from 9am! 🌊🍽️

We’re so excited to see this new spot open its doors and wish the team the very best of luck for their opening weekend!

If you’re looking for somewhere new to eat, drink and enjoy the views, make sure you give them a visit! 🥂✨

20/08/2026

𝐀𝐲𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐃𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐥𝐲 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐔𝐩

Our next competitor taking to the dance floor is Lesley Muir

Lesley is stepping outside her comfort zone to take part in Ayrshire Does Strictly! 💃💙⚽️

Lesley works for NATS at Prestwick as a Customer Representation Manager. She’s a proud Kilmarnock supporter, thanks to her dad, Brien McIlroy — Killie legend and Hall of Famer. 💙⚽️

After watching others take to the dance floor over the years, Lesley decided it was finally her turn to say yes. She’s ready to embrace the challenge, give it her all and, most importantly, raise money for a fantastic cause close to her heart. 💙⚽

⭐ Lesley will be dancing with professional dancer Frederico Ribeiro

Fred started dancing when he was invited by a friend at the age of 14, to join a dance class. He is a certified teacher of Ballroom and Latin dance and now leads Scotlands Dance4Passion Dancing School.

Don't miss them on the dance floor, support them here: https://www.justgiving.com/page/lesley-muir-4?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=CL&utm_campaign=FR-heroes_FRPo_Overall-Weekly_ukvarA

20/08/2026

For every young footballer pulling on a jersey in Ayrshire, there is a dream. From Somerset Park to European glory
www.ayrshiremagazine.com/somerset-park-to-european-glory/

20/08/2026

If you’re a fan of Gaelic or Celtic music, chances are you will have heard of Maggie MacInnes. Paying tribute to tradition bearers.
www.ayrshiremagazine.com/maggie-macinnes/

20/08/2026

𝐀𝐲𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐃𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐥𝐲 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐔𝐩

Introducing Lynsey, Client Director at Scoot Digital - Kilmarnock FC’s Digital Partner and website provider. 💻⚽

Taking to the Strictly dance floor has been a long-time goal for Lynsey, so she’s over the moon to be involved this year. Now that it’s becoming a reality, though, the nerves are definitely starting to kick in! 💃

⭐️ Lynsey will be dancing with Sami

A Glasgow based dancer, competing in Ballroom & Latin dance, Sami looks forward to returning to the Ayrshire stage to help support two great charities.

Show your support here: https://www.justgiving.com/page/lynsey-campbell-killie-community