Prestwick has a long proud history as the first Royal Burgh in Scotland. Established in 983AD on the South Ayrshire coast, Prestwick today is a thriving town with major areas including Shawfarm, Marchburn, Glenburn, Powmill, Kingcase, Kings Meadow and St Cuthbert's. Landmarks include the mile-long seafront esplanade, Bruce's Well where Robert the Bruce sought miracle treatment, and the Salt Pans. The town is served by a railway to Glasgow and Ayr and Prestwick International Airport to the north. Prestwick also has a strong golfing heritage, having hosted the first Open Golf Championship on the Old Course in 1860. s1prestwick.com been developed to allow residents to share their news, views and opinions, publicise events and display photos and videos.

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Howson drawing of Prestwick teacher under the hammer

A drawing of a Prestwick teacher - 'Mr Ness, English Teacher' by renowned artist Peter Howson is set to go under the hammer at an auction of his work in Glasgow.
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Down memory lane

Enjoying the sun

Here's a picture taken by the Evening Times of local people out and about in the summer sun at Prestwick Cross in 1954.
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Prestwick from the Past

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Property for sale in Prestwick

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: 3 bedroom Semi-detached
Prestwick, £145,000

11 Hamilton Way: 3 bedroom Terraced
Prestwick, £145,000

34 Renwick Way: 2 bedroom Terraced
Prestwick, £100,000

7A Kirk Street: 2 bedroom Flat
Prestwick, £99,000

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Things to do around Prestwick

Prestwick Town Twinning Association: Prestwick Community Centre, 10/2/2010

Prestwick Five-0: Prestwick Academy Theatre , 3/3/2010

Prestwick History Group: 65 Club Hall , 4/3/2010

Prestwick History Group: 65 Club Hall , 1/4/2010

Prestwick History Group: 65 Club Hall , 6/5/2010

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Property to rent in Prestwick

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Towans Court: 1 bedroom Flat
Prestwick, £625

Shawfarm Gardens: 2 bedroom Flat
Prestwick, £550

Boydfield Avenue: 1 bedroom Flat
Prestwick, £400

Kirk Street: 2 bedroom Flat
Prestwick, £475

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Area and history

Prestwick has a long and proud history - and there's lots of interest in local history and lots of local knowledge out there - so why not share it here? Add to the time-line, or post your own stories and photos. (continued)

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Disabled swimming club

Club holds weekly session on Tuesday evenings from 7.00 pm to 8.30 pm. Wheelchair accessible changing room available. Tea/coffee available after swimming sessions. (continued)

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