Troon Yacht Haven
This month we visit the award-winning Scottish marina, Troon Yacht Haven, which has seen big changes this year.
There are many reasons why Troon Yacht Haven is such a popular marina. Just 10 minutes from Glasgow Prestwick Airport, and around half an hour from Glasgow, Troon is easily accessible and a great stop off en route to Ireland and the South. But the real attraction is easy access to the stunning cruising grounds of Scotland’s west coast.
Troon is arguably most known as a golfing mecca with Royal Troon Golf Club playing host to many a British Open Championship, but the maritime and seafaring presence is strong in this Ayrshire town. Last year, Troon Yacht Haven celebrated its 40th year and, with a popular restaurant, healthy sailing club and a hotel on the way, it is easy to see why many are attracted to this safe haven.
Having been awarded Best UK Marina/Harbour 2017, the marina has seen heavy investment in its facilities with new pontoons, upgraded customer WiFi, new boat owners’ lockers and a new chandlery opening earlier this year.
The boat hoist at Troon Yacht Haven
FACILITIES
Part of the multi-award winning Yacht Havens Group, Troon offers all the charm, warmth and personal service of a family owned marina whilst delivering a range of valuable services.
In terms of facilities, Troon ticks the boxes when it comes to the pre-requisites to be a modern day marina: full tide access, a minimum depth of -2.5m CD, easy access to water and electric, visitor berths, fuel and 24 hour service, not forgetting the unrivalled friendly customer service that is synonymous with Yacht Havens Group.
FACILITIES AND SERVICES
- 400 fully serviced pontoon berths
- Visitor berthing
- 55 ton boat hoist and hard standing for over 120 boats
- Slipway for small boat launching
- 24 hour access to facilities – toilets, showers and laundry
- Free WiFi
- Ample free parking
- On-water diesel and petrol available 24/7
- Excellent security with CCTV surveillance
- Troon Chandlery on-site
- Boat repairs/brokerage/charter/sailmakers
- 14 days free berthing at Yacht Haven’s six other marinas including nearby Largs Yacht Haven
- Scotts Bar and Restaurant
WINTER IMPROVEMENTS
Berth Holders at Troon will be treated to new facilities including a luxury berth holder lounge and laundrette.
The new berth holder lounge will provide Superfast internet connection as well as sofas and desks for boaters to relax, catch up on emails and watch the latest news on a mounted television.
Adjacent to the lounge, a new laundrette will be installed with washing machines and drying machines to accommodate the growing boating population visiting Troon Yacht Haven.
CRUISING
The West Coast of Scotland has some of the best sailing waters in the world, and Troon Yacht Haven offers the perfect location to enjoy them. As the most southerly marina on the Clyde estuary, Troon gives you the choice of exploring the sheltered waters of the upper firth or heading to Ireland or the western isles.
The isle of Arran is only 15 miles from Troon, and if you stick to an exact westerly course you will arrive at Lamlash. Visitor moorings are available and a warm welcome awaits ashore where you can enjoy a pleasant lunch looking out over the bay to the Holy Isle.
Heading north from Lamlash, you will arrive at the mouth of the stunning Loch Fyne where you can berth overnight at the picturesque Tarbert Harbour pontoons. Alternatively, sail towards the south end of Arran leaving the Island of Pladda to starboard and Ailsa Craig to port. You will experience some breath taking scenery as you sail towards the Mull of Kintyre with moorings in Campbeltown Loch or safe anchorage in Carradale Bay. Round the Mull of Kintyre, the islands of Gigha, Jura and Islay offer stunning cruising with the Crinan Canal offering an easy shortcut back to Loch Fyne.
Relax at Scotts overlooking the marina
THINGS TO DO
The coastal town of Troon is a popular holiday destination, and it is easy to see why. Beautiful beaches, a fascinating history, some of the finest golf courses in the world, ancient castles and captivating visitor attractions are all on offer.
For an ideal day in Troon, the coastal walk from Troon Yacht Haven to Royal Troon Golf Club via the ballast bank and South Beach promenade is highly recommended. Or, for a more leisurely stroll, why not take in the shops in Troon town centre?
After all that walking, take a refreshing swim at Troon swimming pool and finish the day with a cocktail on the terrace at Scotts, overlooking the marina.
If golf is your passion, Troon has six golf courses to choose from, including the Open Championship venue – The Royal Troon Golf Club.
Other attractions nearby:
- Royal Dundonald Castle, Dundonald
- Dean Castle, Kilmarnock
- The Scottish Maritime Museum, Irvine
- Culzean Castle, Maybole
- Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, Ayr
Artist’s impression of the Salt House Hotel opening this winter
COMING SOON – Salt House Hotel
This winter, a brand new luxury hotel will open at Troon Yacht Haven. The Salt House Hotel will offer relaxed, contemporary luxury accommodation in a unique coastal setting overlooking the harbour. The one and two bedroom suites will give guests independence combined with access to informal dining and the bar at the popular Scotts bar and restaurant.
MORE INFORMATION
Troon Yacht Haven
The Harbour, Troon
Ayrshire, KA10 6DJ
01292 315553
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