Green Orb Web Design

We believe, that in order to produce a good, well designed, functional and interesting web site it is essential to understand the needs of the client.

We will work with you, listen to your ideas and work with them in order to develop a visually pleasing and affordable web site that will match you or your company’s image and requirements.

Every website we create is fully upgradeable, allowing you to add more pages or new functionality at sensible prices. We will also consult with you on how to get your web site to the top of the search engines by using certain keyword phrases which helps drive traffic to your web site. The more traffic to your site, the more sales your company will generate.

Current Project


Ayrshire Log Cabins

Client:

Ayrshire Log Cabins

Project:

Addition of a Latest News CMS.

Project URL:

www.ayrshirelogcabins.co.uk

Description:

Ayrshire Log Cabins were looking for a CMS for updating all the latest News and bargains relating to the sale of their Log Cabins and Hot Tubs.
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Arctic Spa Filters

Client:

Arctic Spa Filters

Project:

Small Ecommerce Website

Project URL:

www.arcticspasfilters.co.uk

Description:

Small ecommerce website for the Sale of Hot Tub Filters.

Vanity Fair

Client:

Vanity Fair Salon

Project:

Website Design

Description:

The Vanity Fair Beauty Salon in Prestwick were looking for a small one page website which would list their beauty treatments, opening hours and contact details..
Ayrshire Log Cabins

Client:

Ayrshire Log Cabins

Project:

Website Design & Development with ecommerce

Project URL:

www.ayrshirelogcabins.co.uk

Description:

Ayrshire Log Cabins are based in Scotland and needed a website to showcase not only their large range of Log Cabins but also their range of Hot Tubs and Spas. They also wanted to sell their log cabins over the internet using ecommerce.
Advanced Arctic Spas

Client:

Advanced Arctic Spas

Project:

Website Re-design & Development plus Blog

Project URL:

www.aspas.co.uk

Description:

Advanced Arctic Spas were looking for a website re-design with the addition of a blog, to promote their large range of Arctic Spa hot tubs.
Doreens Craft House

Client:

Doreen's Craft House

Project:

Website Design

Project URL:

www.doreenscrafthouse.co.uk

Description:

This website was created for a lady who started her own hand made craft business. All her cards are individually hand made. They have a varied selection from wedding invitations and stationary to birthday and anniversary, new baby to congratulation cards and more.
Doreens Craft House

Client:

Hot Tub Filters

Project:

Website Design

Project URL:

www.hottubandspafilters.co.uk

Description:

This website was created for the promotion of Hot Tub Filters over the internet.
West Coast Dog Walking

Client:

West Coast Dog Walking

Project:

Website Design

Project URL:

www.westcoastdogwalking.co.uk

Description:

Website promoting a professional dog walking and pet care service in and around Alloway, Ayr and Prestwick.

4th Dimension Photography

Client:

4th Dimension Imaging Photography & Design

Project:

Website Design & Content Management

Project URL:

www.4thdimensionimage.com

Description:

Danny Vance is an Ayrshire based photographer who Specializes in Photography, Wedding Photography, Portraits, Photographic restoration, Design and Imaging. We designed a website for Danny using 'Content Management' so that he could update his photographs online to show his clients.

Arctic Spas Frontier

Client:

Advanced Arctic Spas

Project:

Website Design & Development

Project URL:

ww.arcticspasfrontier.co.uk

Description:

A one page website designed and Developed for Advanced Arctic Spas based in Scotland.

Elmbank Motor Company

Client:

Elmbank Motor Company

Project:

Content Management System and Website Design

Project URL:

www.elmbankmotorco.co.uk

Description:

The Elmbank Motor Company wanted a website where they could upload their own photos, slideshows and textual content. They needed a full back-end admin system in order to do this.

Hottubs for Sale Scotland

Client:

Hot Tubs For Sale Scotland

Project:

Website Design

Project URL:

www.hottubs4salescotland.co.uk/

Description:

An Ayrshire based Hot Tub company, who sell, rent and maintain a large range of hot tubs.

The Wickery

Client:

The Wickery

Project:

Website Design

Project URL:

www.thewickery.co.uk

Description:

The Wickery, which is located in Ayrshire needed a website to feature some of its wide range of cane and corona furniture. The Wickey is also the only Scottish distributor of Fleet Palmerston White and Cane Furniture. As well as furniture The Wickery also sells high quality Doll's houses.

Harry Edgar Songwriter

Client:

Harry Edgar

Project:

Website Design & Development

Project URL:

www.harryedgarsongwriter.co.uk

Description:

Harry Edgar is a songwriter who lives in the West Coast of Scotland. He was looking for a small website in order to promote his songs and videos.

Budget Spas Scotland


Client:

Budget Spas Scotland

Project:

Website Design & Development with ecommerce

Description:

Spas Scotland are a Scottish based company which sell budget hot tubs online.

Beauty Corner

Client:

Beauty Corner

Project:

Website Design

Description:

The Beauty Corner is a Beauty Salon which offers a wide selection of beauty treatment.It also uses the Shiatsu backwash massage chair which is a new and innovative massage therapy that increases your blood circulation and reduces muscle stiffness, leaving you feeling relaxed and rejuvenated.

Alberta Kitchens

Client:

Alberta Kitchens

Project:

Website Design

Description:

Alberta Kitchens are an Edinburgh based company who wanted a website in order to showcase their large range of kitchens.

hot tub doctor

Client:

Hot Tub Doctor

Project:

Website Design

Project URL:

www.tubsrepaired.co.uk

Description:

A small website for a hot tub repair and maintenance service company.

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  • CKD Galbraith offer outstanding Victorian house and farm with 99 acres of land Fri, 18 May 2012 23:40:00 +0000
    Leading independent Scottish property consultants CKD Galbraith are offering for sale Craigton Farm, situated on the outskirts of the popular village of Bishopton, about 12 miles from Glasgow city centre.  It is a superb residential farm with a fine Victorian house with former stone farm buildings and about 99.47 acres land.


    Bishopton has its own well respected 18-hole Earl of Mar championship golf course at Marr Hall Luxury Hotel and Spa, and superb walking is available at the Kirkpatrick Hills with Duncolm Hill being the highest at 1080 ft, and the hills of Loch Lomond are less than 20 minutes drive with some of Scotland’s most dramatic scenery.


    The farm is for sale as a Whole or in 5 lots.  Lot 1 - Victorian Country House with 2 reception rooms, 5 bedrooms and a range of former farm outbuildings including stabling and a stone cottage currently divided into two apartments and about 16.21 acres land. The house is substantial but largely unimproved.
      
    The stone outbuildings have considerable potential for development subject to the necessary planning consents for change of use and conversion being obtained.


    Lots 2 – 5 comprise 83.26 acres high quality farmland.  Some of this may have long term development potential because of its proximity to Bishopton.

    Benefiting from a delightful range of period features, Craigton offers substantial family accommodation.   A well proportioned and large family house, it has many attractive and original features including an impressive front hall with staircase and stained glass window, lounge with superb marble fireplace and bay window, cornicing and various fireplaces. There are a number of stores which could be converted into additional living space.

    The house is approached via an attractive private tarmacadam drive which leads through the extensive wooded grounds.  The charming gardens are enclosed by a wall comprising lawns and a range of mature trees, shrubs and colourful rose beds.


    Craigton Farm is a handsome Victorian property situated in a fabulous sought after location, and is therefore sure to generate considerable interest.

    Offers Over £950,000 are being sought for the Whole.

    PDF available on www.ckdgalbraith.co.uk


    About CKD Galbraith

    CKD Galbraith is an independent property consultancy specialising in serving the needs of private clients. It employs over 200 people in offices in Edinburgh, Stirling, Perth, Cupar, Inverness, Aberfeldy, Castle Douglas, Ayr, Elgin, Galashiels, Kelso and Peebles.

    The partnership provides the full range of property consulting services across the commercial, residential and rural sectors throughout Scotland. The company enjoys a successful relationship with its associate firm in London, CKD Kennedy Macpherson.

    The company’s rural arm specialises in farm sales and purchases, the management and sale of large estates and woodland, valuations and building surveying work.

    Enquiries:

    CKD Galbraith
    7 Killoch Place
    Ayr KA7 2EA
    Ayrshire, Scotland

    Contact: R A Cherry BSc MRICS
    Tel: 01292 268181
    Fax: 01292 292300
    E-mail: bob.cherry@ckdgalbraith.co.uk 
    Web: http://www.ckdgalbraith.co.uk

    CKD Galbraith’s Ayr Office is a Founder Member of the Elite Ayrshire Business Circle.


  • Historic partnership at South Ayrshire Council Thu, 17 May 2012 14:30:00 +0000
    A ‘partnership for the people’ has been formed in South Ayrshire as a new era begins at South Ayrshire Council.

    At the first meeting of the new Council today (Thursday 17 May), the ten Conservative Councillors – the largest political group within the Council – formed a minority administration working in a Partnership Agreement with the nine Labour Councillors.

    The Partnership Agreement sees Conservative Councillor Bill McIntosh resuming his position as Leader of South Ayrshire Council and Labour’s Councillor John McDowall becoming Depute Leader.


    [Pictured: South Ayrshire Council Depute Leader John McDowall and Leader Bill McIntosh.]

    Councillor McIntosh said: “This is an historic partnership in South Ayrshire which will deliver the best outcomes for the people of South Ayrshire. Every Council in the country faces significant challenges in the months and years ahead as the demand for services grows and budgets contract.

    “Against that backdrop, we believe a Conservative-Labour partnership approach will ensure we can realise our ambitions for South Ayrshire’s people, communities and businesses. ‘Ne’er forget the people’ is our motto and we will be putting people and communities at the heart of our work over the next five years.”

    Councillor McDowall added: “Our focus has always been to act in the best interests of the people of South Ayrshire and that commitment will not waiver. The issues that are important to our residents are the issues that are important to this Council and these are the issues we will embrace head-on with our Conservative colleagues.

    “We believe a Partnership Agreement is the best way forward for South Ayrshire Council and will ensure we play our part in full.”

    Councillors McIntosh and McDowall also confirmed they would work closely with the two independent Councillors – Alec Clark and Brian Connolly. Councillors Clark and Connolly said they will continue to work in a positive and constructive manner for the benefit of Carrick and the residents of South Ayrshire, which will involve scrutinising every issue on a case by case basis.

    As well as appointing Leader and Depute Leader at today’s Council meeting, Councillors also appointed their civic head with Councillor Helen Moonie as South Ayrshire Provost and Councillor Mary Kilpatrick as Depute Provost.


    [Pictured: Provost Helen Moodie and Depute Provost Mary Kilpatrick.]

    Provost Moonie said: “I’m delighted to have been appointed South Ayrshire’s Provost. I know I have a hard act to follow in former Provost Sloan but I am relishing the prospect of getting to work and working with Depute Provost Kilpatrick.”

    “As well as chairing Council meetings, the Provost has an important role as civic head of the Council.  South Ayrshire is a fantastic area with lots of fabulous, inspirational people and I welcome the opportunity of doing my bit to make sure their efforts are recognised and the area is promoted to encourage tourists and visitors.”

    Councillor McIntosh, Leader of South Ayrshire Council finished by saying: “The Partnership Agreement between the Conservatives and Labour means we can now forge ahead with the essential business of service delivery and we are fully committed to do that as effectively and efficiently as possible and with the needs of the people and communities to the fore.”

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    South Ayrshire Council is a Founder Member of the Elite Ayrshire Business Circle.


  • CKD Galbraith offer delightful Ayrshire courtyard cottage with 5.05 acres of land Wed, 16 May 2012 14:48:00 +0000
    Leading independent Scottish property consultants CKD Galbraith are offering for sale West Wing Cottage, situated in a wonderful location about 2.5 miles from the pretty village of Fenwick and 3 miles from the market town of Stewarton. The upgraded railway line at Stewarton now provides a regular half-hourly train service to Glasgow city centre.


     A charming barn conversion, the cottage is beautifully presented and has been recently upgraded to provide good sized accommodation suitable for those with equestrian interests.


    The house is compact with an attractive living room and a sunny breakfasting kitchen which leads to the snug/dining room. There is a family bathroom and good sized bedroom completing the accommodation on the ground floor. On the first floor, there are 2 further bedrooms.


    West Wing Cottage stands in delightful sheltered mature gardens to the rear enclosed by a hawthorn hedge, mainly laid to lawn and a patio seating area. It has a shared courtyard with parking area and peaceful gardens with lovely countryside views to the rear.



    In a peaceful rural setting with 5.05 acres grazing land, stabling and stores, this is an appealing property to those seeking equestrian facilities within close proximity to Glasgow.

    West Wing Cottage is marketing at Offers Over £250,000.

    PDF available on www.ckdgalbraith.co.uk
    About CKD Galbraith

    CKD Galbraith is an independent property consultancy specialising in serving the needs of private clients. It employs over 200 people in offices in Edinburgh, Stirling, Perth, Cupar, Inverness, Aberfeldy, Castle Douglas, Ayr, Elgin, Galashiels, Kelso and Peebles.

    The partnership provides the full range of property consulting services across the commercial, residential and rural sectors throughout Scotland. The company enjoys a successful relationship with its associate firm in London, CKD Kennedy Macpherson.

    The company’s rural arm specialises in farm sales and purchases, the management and sale of large estates and woodland, valuations and building surveying work.

    Enquiries:

    CKD Galbraith
    7 Killoch Place
    Ayr KA7 2EA
    Ayrshire, Scotland

    Contact: R A Cherry BSc MRICS
    Tel: 01292 268181
    Fax: 01292 292300
    E-mail: bob.cherry@ckdgalbraith.co.uk 
    Web: http://www.ckdgalbraith.co.uk

    CKD Galbraith’s Ayr Office is a Founder Member of the Elite Ayrshire Business Circle.


  • Pixie’s sure to appeal for Charity Racenight at Ayr Racecourse Wed, 16 May 2012 13:34:00 +0000
    Pixie Lott’s appearance at the STV Appeal Racenight at Ayr Racecourse on Friday 22 June looks likely to ensure the charity night is one of the most successful ever at the track.


    In previous years when the fixture was Saints and Sinners Racenight it attracted stars like Alexandra Burke, Stacey Solomon and Bjorn Again to Ayr, so Pixie (pictured above) is certainly following in famous footsteps.

    Ayr Racecourse Sales and Marketing Manager Lindsey Smith said: “We promised that our June charity Racenight would carry on in its previous tradition of securing a big name act to entertain the crowd, and we feel Pixie Lott will fit the bill in that respect.

    “She has already had three number ones and performs to sell-out audiences all over the world. Later this month she headlines the China Valley Music Festival in Beijing, so she is truly an international star.

    “The STV Appeal Racenight is in aid of children’s charities and we aim to raise as much money as possible with what we feel is a surefire winner – a mix of racing and top quality music.”

    In addition to Pixie’s appearance the Racenight is expected to attract a host of Scottish celebrities including television stars and footballers.

    Tickets are available online at www.ayr-racecourse.co.uk or by calling 01292 264179 and there are discounts on tickets booked seven of more days in advance.

    The STV Appeal works closely with six major Scottish charities – Aberlour, Action for Children, Barnardo’s Scotland, Children 1st, Save The Children Scotland and One Parent Families Scotland .

    It is anticipated a huge amount of money will be raised for the STV Appeal, working to help children affected by poverty in Scotland. Launched in 2011 in association with The Hunter Foundation, last year the STV Appeal raised almost £1.3 million.

    www.ayr-racecourse.co.uk

    Ayr Racecourse and the associated Western House Hotel are Founder Members of the Elite Ayrshire Business Circle.


  • Turnberry hails the return of a family favourite - the Father’s Day Golf Event Tue, 15 May 2012 16:56:00 +0000
    Aspiring Open Champions are once again invited to play at one of the world’s best loved golf resorts with their Dads as Turnberry’s annual Father’s Day Golf Tournament returns on Sunday 17 June.


    Turnberry, the Luxury Collection resort that is home to the world-famous golf links, is offering proud Dads the opportunity to take to the course in a fun-filled competition which is open to all. Competitors will play the Kintyre Course and can compete with their son, daughter or any family relative.

    The Father’s Day Golf Tournament makes a fantastic family experience for Dads to enjoy Turnberry on one of the most popular family days of the year. A delicious Sunday Brunch will also be available for all the family to enjoy after the competition.

    In addition to the great prizes that will be on offer for the best team of two on the day, this year’s event includes a special “hole in one” prize of an Audi A1, courtesy of the Lomond Audi Group, for any player able to hit home in one shot.

    Entry for the Turnberry Father’s Day Golf Tournament is £79 per team of two, which includes tea/coffee and bacon rolls on arrival and the round on the Kintyre Course. Sunday Brunch is available in Turnberry’s signature restaurant, 1906, at an additional £35 per adult and £17.50 per child.

    Chris Card, Director of Golf at Turnberry, commented on the event:  “Many great golfers have a story to tell about how their Fathers got them into the game. Playing a round at Turnberry with your Dad makes for one of the best experiences you can have as a junior golfer and gives budding golfers a memory to treasure.”

    “Turnberry is becoming increasingly popular with families, thanks to our wide range of outdoor activities and the creation of the new self-catering Lands of Turnberry apartments at the resort.
     
    “The Father’s Day Golf Tournament is another great opportunity for families to visit the resort and spend a leisurely day on the golf course or enjoy the culinary delights of the hotel.”

    The tournament adds to a number of great golf offers available at Turnberry this Spring and Summer, including the highly popular Sunset Golf tee times. These reduced rates are available from 3pm, seven days a week, until 30 September 2012 with a round on the Open Championship Course, the Ailsa, costing £95 per person.

    For further information on the Turnberry Father’s Day Golf Tournament, visit www.turnberryresort.co.uk/fathers-day

    Turnberry Luxury collection Resort is a Founder Member of the Elite Ayrshire Business Circle.

  • Chef Donald McInnes caters for the celebrities at Western House Hotel and Ayr Racecourse Tue, 15 May 2012 14:28:00 +0000
    By: Iain Ferguson

    CHEF to the stars! That’s Donald McInnes, Executive Chef at Western House Hotel and Ayr Racecourse, who in the past month has fed a plethora of celebrities.


     Donald (pictured above), who was previously Group Training Executive Chef for the Malmaison Group, is well used to catering for First Minister Alex Salmond, and during April Scotland’s foremost politician spent several nights at Western House and had dinner there on a number of occasions in April including the Friday and Saturday of the Coral Scottish Grand National fixture.

    The next stars to come knocking on Donald’s door were Phil Oakey and his Human League colleagues. Donald and his team of chefs not only prepared food for the band’s dressing room prior to their concert at the Racecourse on Scottish Grand National Friday, but they also had a meal in Western House following the gig.

    This prompted their tour manager Simon Watson to comment: “The after- gig meal was exceptional, we can’t thank the Western House team enough.”

    But Donald and his staff couldn’t rest on their laurels, for among those dining the following day included Sir Alex Ferguson, his former Manchester United captain Bryan Robson, Channel 4 racing presenters Nick Luck, Alice Plunkett and Alistair Down and of course the First Minister again.

    And Donald’s busy spell of feeding the celebs continued later that weekend with former World Heavyweight boxing champion Mike Tyson tucking into a vegetarian meal at Western House!

    Donald commented: “We have certainly had a busy time during the last few weeks, and I’d like to think this will continue during the remainder of the year.

    “Every customer is important to us, but you know you must be doing something right when you have the likes of the First Minister and Sir Alex Ferguson in your restaurant. But it doesn’t stop there – Frank Bruno and Pixie Lott will be among my clients in the coming weeks.”

    Ayr Racecourse and Western House Hotel are Founder Members of the Elite Ayrshire Business Circle.


  • Ayrshire housebuilder Barony Homes announces launch of new site at Drongan Tue, 08 May 2012 20:17:00 +0000
    Leading Ayrshire housebuilder Barony Homes has announced the release for sale of the first four properties on its new housing development In Drongan, Ayrshire.


    The Paddock is centrally located in the leafy village of Drongan nestled amongst the beautiful Ayrshire countryside. The earliest references to Drongan lands are to be found in documents dating to the 14th Century. In the 1390's these lands were granted to the Craufurds whose stronghold for 250 years was Drongan Castle. The remains of the Castle can still be seen today on Drongan Mains Farm.


    Drongan is excellently located for commuting to both Ayr and Glasgow. Only 8 miles from Ayr, you can enjoy the best of both worlds benefiting from a beautiful rural village setting whilst also enjoying the convenience of a large coastal town including miles of sandy beaches, numerous restaurants, cinema, bowling, horse racing, 24-hour supermarkets and other major amenities.


    The Paddock is an exclusive development of 20 homes comprising of a mixture of 3-bed semi-detached and 3-bed townhouses. All the properties benefit from double glazing, gas central heating, downstairs wc, master ensuite and separate upstairs bathroom. The properties enjoy a good sized living room with a spacious kitchen including patio doors on to the rear garden. Each property has a private driveway, and there is additional onsite parking for visitors.

    Barony Homes are making a special release offer of Plot 2 - a 3-bed semi-detached with modern fitted kitchen, integrated appliances, driveway, gardens in a cul-de-sac setting - at the price of £99,995 (first to reserve).


    Available with Shared Equity 90/10% at the Shared Equity Price of £89,995 which only requires a £4,499 deposit.

    Please contact one of the Sales Representatives below or contact Barony Homes to arrange a viewing:-

    Slater Hogg & Howison
    Tel: 01292 286866               
    Web: www.propertywide.co.uk

    Countrywide Estate Agents  
    Tel: 01292 289929   
    Web: www.propertywide.co.uk 
     
    Or contact Barony Homes:

    3 Wellington Square
    Ayr, Ayrshire
    Scotland KA7 1EN

    Tel: 01292 518221

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  • Provost Winifred Sloan retires from South Ayrshire Council Thu, 03 May 2012 17:52:00 +0000
    South Ayrshire Provost Winifred Sloan received a standing ovation as she entered the Council chamber for the final time to chair her last ever Council meeting.


    Bringing the meeting to order by banging the ceremonial gavel for the first time in her six-year tenure as Provost, she said: “It has been a real privilege to serve South Ayrshire as Provost and I’ve enjoyed every moment of the journey.

    “In particular, I have wonderful memories of the people I have been lucky enough to meet during my time and I’ve enjoyed unstinting support from my fellow councillors, Chief Officers and employees at South Ayrshire Council, especially my civic team, who I know will give excellent support to the new Provost."

    Provost Sloan was warmly thanked by her fellow councillors and, moved by the plaudits, she responded saying: “I am very touched by the many kind words and am especially pleased so many members in the chamber number among my closest friends.

    “I’ll genuinely miss being Provost. The job has given me a unique and fascinating opportunity to meet a range of wonderful people in South Ayrshire and it’s been a real privilege to serve them.
    As the Council meeting concluded, Provost Sloan advised members she had written a handbook to ease the new Provost into their role, and also revealed she is to become a grandmother later in the year."


    The outgoing Provost then received a bouquet of flowers from South Ayrshire Council chief executive David Anderson, who said: “The energy needed to be Provost has to be seen to be believed. Provost Sloan has been outstanding in how she has undertaken her civic duties, and would leave many of us breathless by her boundless enthusiasm, energy and commitment to the role.

    “She will be greatly missed, and I know we all wish her a long and happy retirement.”

    South Ayrshire Council is a Founder Member of the Elite Ayrshire Business Circle.

  • Provost cheques out in style with donation to CLIC Sargent Thu, 03 May 2012 16:53:00 +0000
    In one of her last official duties before retiring, outgoing South Ayrshire Council Provost Winifred Sloan surprised May Gilchrist, from children’s cancer charity CLIC Sargent, with a fantastic donation of £10,000.


    [Provost Sloan (right) is pictured with May Gilchrist from Malcolm Sargent House in Prestwick.]

    The Council’s Charity Group selected CLIC Sargent as their charity two years ago. Provost Sloan said: “We’ve been hard at work raising money for this well deserving and worthwhile cause.

    “In that time, we’ve raised money in all sorts of ways, from dress-down days, raffles at the Council’s Outstanding People Awards, bag-packing by pupils, car washing, Rabbie’s Run, afternoon teas, coffee mornings and much more besides.

    “All the money raised soon began to mount up, and I was thrilled we reached the £10,000 mark. I was delighted to invite May over and present a cheque to her as a surprise.”


    [Provost Sloan is pictured with Jane Bradley and Amanda Pirie (back) from the Council’s Charity Group and May Gilchrist from Malcolm Sargent House in Prestwick.]

    May Gilchrist commented: “I knew the Council was raising funds for us as their nominated charity, but I had no idea their efforts had been going so well.

    “I was literally blown away when Provost Sloan turned the cheque over and I saw the amount on it. It’s an incredible and very welcome donation, as we depend entirely on public support to keep Malcolm Sargent House going.

    “Provost Sloan has been one of our most timeless supporters and, from a personal point of view, the presentation was a bitter-sweet moment for me.

    “On one hand, I’m grateful for the money which will help us in our work to offer support and encouragement to every young person with cancer, or families affected by it. On behalf of us all at Malcolm Sargent House, I’m very grateful to all those at South Ayrshire Council who have been so generous with their time, support and cash to get to this amazing milestone.

    “On the other hand, I was saddened to be saying farewell to Provost Sloan – a friend and a real champion of the people, and all of us at CLIC Sargent wish her the very best as she hangs up her chain of office and starts a well earned retirement.”

    Provost Sloan added: “Malcolm Sargent House is a wonderful place where kids with cancer and their families can come and have a holiday by the sea. It costs half a million pounds to run every year and, since it was opened in 1994, it has hosted almost 8,000 families – some tens of thousands of people.

    “Every day, 10 families are told their child has cancer, and the staff at Malcolm Sargent house offer those children and families a well earned break, helping them to come to terms with what is happening.

    “It’s a superb charity, and I was over the moon when asked to make the donation on behalf of everyone at the Council, because we understand and appreciate all the hard work May and her team undertake every day.”

    Provost Sloan concluded: “I might have retired from politics, but I’ve a soft spot for Malcolm Sargent House, so watch out for me in the future, as I may well be rattling a tin or shaking a collection bucket in your direction soon!”

    South Ayrshire Council is a Founder Member of the Elite Ayrshire Business Circle.


  • CKD Galbraith offer outstanding country property with outbuildings and swimming pool Mon, 30 Apr 2012 17:35:00 +0000
    Leading independent Scottish property consultants CKD Galbraith are offering for sale Chapelhill, a superb country house with equestrian facilities, swimming pool and grounds in a peaceful situation with splendid views across open countryside. The house is situated close to Stewarton (2 miles) and Dunlop (4.5 miles) and easily accessible from Glasgow, some 22 miles.


    A splendid conversion incorporating the original coach house and cottages for Chapeltoun House, Chapelhill is a substantial country house with entrance hall, 3 reception rooms, 4 bedrooms (1 en suite), dining kitchen, bathroom, utility and cloakroom. The house is in immaculate condition and is surrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens in about 2.15 acres. 


    There is a wonderful indoor swimming pool complex with shower and changing area and an excellent stable block with garaging, workshop, stores, stables and an outdoor ménage.

      
    In very good condition, particular features of the property are the superb designer Geddes kitchen with Rangemaster double oven, Belfast sink and a lovely centre island unit.


    The fabulous lounge has vaulted ceiling and full-height brick fireplace with open fire.


    From the kitchen, there is a dining room with oak flooring, woodburning stove and lovely garden views. There is a cosy study/sitting room with open fireplace and bespoke fitted furniture.


    Beautifully maintained grounds surround the house and a sweeping private drive over the Chapeltoun burn leads to the front of the house. The gardens offer shelter and privacy whilst offering interest and colour at all times of the year. There is about 0.57 acres mixed woodland including elm and oak.

    Situated within the grounds, there is a historic site with one of the finest preserved Bronze age burial mounds in Ayrshire.


    Adjoining the house, an excellent stable block with garaging has potential for a variety of uses – stabling, workshop, internal recreation area or valuable storage.
      

    Houses of this standard are rare to come on the market. In a lovely country setting, Chapelhill is sure to appeal to a family looking for a substantial country property within easy reach of Glasgow.

    Offers Over £595,000 are being sought.

    PDF available on www.ckdgalbraith.co.uk

    CKD Galbraith
    7 Killoch Place
    Ayr KA7 2EA
    Ayrshire, Scotland

    Contact: R A Cherry BSc MRICS
    Tel: 01292 268181
    Fax: 01292 292300
    E-mail: bob.cherry@ckdgalbraith.co.uk 
    Web: http://www.ckdgalbraith.co.uk

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    Elite Ayrshire Business Circle

    CKD Galbraith’s Ayr Office is a Founder Member of the Elite Ayrshire Business Circle.



  • Sun shines on massive Scottish National crowd at Ayr Racecourse Mon, 30 Apr 2012 13:38:00 +0000
    Celebrities from the world of sport and television mingled with one of the biggest crowds in living memory at a sun drenched Ayr Racecourse on Saturday 21 April.

    The Coral Scottish Grand National Festival brought Ayr Racecourse and the town alive with 16,314 watching the action at the track including First Minister Alex Salmond, Sir Alex Ferguson, ex- England football captain Bryan Robson and rugby stars past and present including Dan Parks, Andy Nicol, Derek Stark and Gregor Townsend.


    It was a day for star spotting on and off course and it was fitting that such a large attendance witnessed a historic race with Merigo winning for the second time in three years after being second in the race last year.


    The scene was set early in the day with the stars of Channel 4's Morning Line arriving at the course shortly before 7.30 am - Nick Luck, Alice Plunkett, Alistair Down, Tom Lee and Simon Holt broadcast live from the Chancellor Carvery.

    Thereafter VIP guests started flooding into Western House for a special reception hosted by Racecourse Chairman Alan Macdonald which featured a special performance from Stewarton singer Francesca Kimberley.

    Midday came with the arrival from the skies of a helicopter containing both Sir Alex Ferguson and Bryan Robson and the buzz was building at the track by the time Alex Salmond made his way to his place in the paddock stand.


    By the time the first race came the centre of the track resembled a heliport with several aircraft parked including one in the familiar yellow and green colours of Sir Trevor Hemmings the owner of Blackpool Tower.

    A battalion of journalists and photographers joined the third largest crowd at the course in the last 20 years to witness a great day's racing with the highlight being a fantastic finish to the Coral Scottish Grand National.

    The champagne lawns and gardens were full and crowds around the paddock were five deep as the big crowd participated in some star gazing.

    On Friday a larger than normal crowd enjoyed the racing and a performance from The Human League in the Ayrshire Suite.

    Ayr Racecourse's Sales and Marketing Manager Lindsey Smith said : "What a marvellous weekend - the weather held up over the two days and the crowd on Saturday was sensational.

    "It was also great to welcome such high profile celebrities as Sir Alex Ferguson and Brian Robson. The 2012 Coral Scottish Grand Ntaional will go down as one of the best ever."


    Ayr Racecourse and the associated Western House Hotel are Founder Members of the Elite Ayrshire Business Circle.

  • Merigo wins Coral Scottish Grand National 2012 at Ayr Racecourse Sun, 29 Apr 2012 20:23:00 +0000
    Cheers normally reserved for a Cup final winning goal echoed around Ayr Racecourse on Saturday afternoon 21 April 2012 when Merigo crossed the line a head in front of a gallant Auroras Encore in the Coral Scottish Grand National.

    The gallant 11 year-old ridden by Timmy Murphy chased Auroras Encore up the home straight and was a length down jumping the last fence, but rallied to mug Ryan Mania's mount as they passed the post.

    

    It was a fitting finale to a great race and Merigo became the first horse since 1956 to win back the race. having won it in 2010 and been runner-up last year.

    Tears flowed from an emotional owner Raymond Anderson Green accompanied by his wife Anita and daughter Verity wife of jockey Murphy.

     
    Trainer Andrew Parker who is based in Eccelfechan near Dumfries summed it all up when he said: "That's eight times Merigo has run here and he's won five, been second twice and third once. He just comes alive here - he has the heart of a lion."

    The well backed 15/2 shot even carried the support of First Minister Alex Salmond who quipped : "A Scottish winner of the National, the money is out of the bookies' satchels and the nation's finances have taken a turn for the better."


    A crowd of 16,314 watched the action - the third highest attendance in 20 years and the sun shone the entire afternoon.

    The chief supporting race, The Isle of Skye Blended Whisky Scottish Champion Hurdle went to Raya Star (15/2) in the hands of Robert 'Choc' Thornton who gave Alan King's horse a peach of a ride to win by three and a quarter lengths from Local Hero (11/1).

    Leading owner Graham Wylie had a superb meeting with three winners on Saturday and one on Friday. His Saturday successes were Grandioso (5/1) in the opening hurdle race, Pacha Du Polder (11/4 fav) in the Arcadia Consulting Future Champion Novices Steeple Chase for the Vulmidas Cup and Doeslessthanme (100/3 fav) in the Scotty Brand Handicap Chase.

    His Friday win came courtesy of The Knoxs (5/1), in the Hillhouse Quarry Handicap Chase - the feature race of the day.

    Largs owner Mrs Jo Tracey landed another Saturday highlight, The Weatherbys Bloodstock Insurance Handicap Chase with the David Pipe trained, Tom Scudamore ridden Problema Tic  (6/1) and top trainer Nicky Henderson landed a double with Cucumber Run (10/1) and River Maigue (10/11 fav) both ridden by Barry Geraghty.

    Ayr Racecourse Sales and Marketing supremo Lindsey Smith commented: "What a wonderful two days racing - everyone enjoyed the action and we had great crowds."

    Ayr Racecourse and the associated Western House Hotel are Founder Members of the Elite Ayrshire Business Circle.

  • Turnberry to host top international classic car rally this weekend Fri, 27 Apr 2012 17:34:00 +0000
    Turnberry, the Luxury Collection Resort in Ayrshire, is to play host to an international car rally featuring more than 40 classic cars this weekend. The week-long Scottish Malts Rally, an event attracting drivers and their cars from all corners of the globe, will be staged at the resort, starting on Sunday 29 April.


    Members of the public are invited to come along to the event to see the unique cars as they arrive throughout the day on Sunday from 11.30am. The next day will see the cars flagged away for the first of two driving tests within the grounds of the resort, followed by a series of daily challenges which will see the competitors and their vehicles travelling hundreds of miles across Scotland before returning to Ayrshire. The event will then conclude on 4 May when the public will get a further opportunity to come along to view the cars as they return to Turnberry from 3.30pm.
     
    The Scottish Malts Rally is run by the Historic Endurance Rallying Organisation (HERO) and will feature a huge range of classic and vintage cars ranging from the very first right-hand drive production Jaguar E-Type Fixed Head Coupe, supplied by Jaguar Cars in August 1961, to a 1930 Riley Brooklands 9HP.


    Turnberry General Manager, Jordi Tarrida (pictured above) said of the event: “We are thrilled to be hosting the prestigious Scottish Malts event here at Turnberry which attracts participants from all over the world. We look forward to giving all those involved a five-star Scottish welcome. I would encourage anyone with an interest in classic cars to come along and see these beautiful vehicles when they will be on display here at Turnberry on 29 April and 4 May.”

    Tomas de Vargas Machuca, Managing Director of HERO, said: “We have attracted some amazing cars from all over the world to take part in the Scottish Malts Rally this year. We want to make sure that as many people as possible in Scotland have the opportunity to come along, see the cars, meet the drivers and enjoy the spectacle of this exciting event.”

    For more information about Turnberry Resort, please visit www.turnberryresort.co.uk

    Turnberry, a Luxury Collection Resort, Scotland is a Founder Member of the Elite Ayrshire Business Circle.

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  • CKD Galbraith offer fine extended Ayrshire farmhouse, energy efficient, with panoramic views Wed, 25 Apr 2012 23:05:00 +0000
    Leading independent Scottish property consultants CKD Galbraith are offering for sale Lissens Moss, a charming extended farmhouse with land outbuildings and development potential,  situated in an elevated position about 3 miles north of Kilwinning, within easy commuting distance of Glasgow. Adjacent to a minor country road, it has lovely westerly views over the Ayrshire countryside.


    The surrounding countryside is ideal for outdoor pursuits. Nearby Eglinton Country Park offers riding on an extensive network of bridleways, as well as permit fishing  for Eglinton Loch and the River Lugton.

    Lissens Moss is an excellent family house, built on two storeys of stone under a slate roof with  adjoining outbuildings. Its accommodation is extensive with the large kitchen/playroom at its heart. There is a comfortable lounge and sitting room with glazed door to the garden, and 5 good sized bedrooms, one of which has en suite facilities. Two of the bedrooms are on the ground floor.  One of these was originally designed as a granny annexe. There is a useful utility room, office and shower room adjacent to the kitchen. Bright and spacious, the house faces west overlooking farmland, with windows to the south over the large garden, and to the north across the large tarmacadam courtyard and to the woodland beyond. Two of the rooms have wood burning stoves to supplement the oil fired central heating and a Stanley stove in the kitchen also provides hot water.


    A Proven 35 wind turbine with 15kw capacity was erected in November 2010.  By virtue of the Feed in Tariff this provides an index linked annual income until 2030 of around £5,000 p.a. In addition it generates electricity for use in the house.

    Offers over £395,000 are being sought.

    PDF available on www.ckdgalbraith.co.uk

    About CKD Galbraith

    CKD Galbraith is an independent property consultancy specialising in serving the needs of private clients. It employs over 200 people in offices in Edinburgh, Stirling, Perth, Cupar, Inverness, Aberfeldy, Castle Douglas, Ayr, Elgin, Galashiels, Kelso and Peebles.

    The partnership provides the full range of property consulting services across the commercial, residential and rural sectors throughout Scotland. The company enjoys a successful relationship with its associate firm in London, CKD Kennedy Macpherson.

    The company’s rural arm specialises in farm sales and purchases, the management and sale of large estates and woodland, valuations and building surveying work.

    Enquiries:

    CKD Galbraith
    7 Killoch Place
    Ayr KA7 2EA
    Ayrshire, Scotland

    Contact: R A Cherry BSc MRICS
    Tel: 01292 268181
    Fax: 01292 292300
    E-mail: bob.cherry@ckdgalbraith.co.uk 
    Web: http://www.ckdgalbraith.co.uk

    CKD Galbraith’s Ayr Office is a Founder Member of the Elite Ayrshire Business Circle.

  • Elite Ayrshire Business Circle promotes business with China at Scottish Grand National Sun, 22 Apr 2012 17:59:00 +0000
    To further promote business and trade between Ayrshire and China, the Elite Ayrshire Business Circle arranged a meeting between the Chinese Consul-General in Scotland Mr Li Ruiyou, Scotland First Minister Alex Salmond and John Scott MSP for Ayr at the Coral Scottish Grand National Festival at Ayr Racecourse yesterday (Saturday 21 April 2012).


    [Pictured: Chinese Consul-General in Scotland Mr Li Ruiyou, Elite Ayrshire Business Circle executive chairman and Frazer Coogans Commercial Solicitors senior partner Norman Geddes, and Scotland First Minister Alex Salmond.]

    Elite Ayrshire Business Circle executive chairman and Frazer Coogans Commercial Solicitors senior partner Norman Geddes commented: “China is already the world’s second largest economy, and at its current rate of growth, analysts see China replacing the US as the world’s top economy in about a decade.

    “The Elite Ayrshire Business Circle therefore sees it as vital to encourage as many of our members as possible to do business with China, particularly in these challenging economic times, and to facilitate their efforts in every way possible.

    “We have already welcomed Consul-General Li Ruiyou to a Circle meeting last year, and we hope to see him back in Ayr in the next month or so to meet a business delegation from leading Chinese companies who are currently planning a visit to Ayrshire.”


    [Pictured: Meiqin McColm, Elite Ayrshire Business Circle executive chairman and Frazer Coogans Commercial Solicitors senior partner Norman Geddes, Chinese Consul-General in Scotland Mr Li Ruiyou, and John Scott, MSP for Ayr.]

    For their invaluable work in helping to set up yesterday’s meetings, the Elite Ayrshire Business Circle is grateful to the directors of Ayr Racecourse for arranging the visit of First Minister Alex Salmond, and to Ayr-based business couple Meiqin and Jim McColm for securing the attendance of Chinese Consul-General in Scotland Mr Li Ruiyou.


    [Pictured: John Scott, MSP for Ayr; Rob Woodward, chief executive of STV; Chinese Consul-General in Scotland Mr Li Ruiyou; Elite Ayrshire Business Circle executive chairman and Frazer Coogans Commercial Solicitors senior partner Norman Geddes; Scotland First Minister Alex Salmond; Meiqin McColm; Tim Wang, Bank of China (behind); Alan Macdonald director of Ayr Racecourse; Jim McColm (behind), Dong Wang, Bank of China.]

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