BOATING and sailing enthusiasts will be welcomed into our islands over the coming weeks after it was confirmed visitor moorings will be available.

North Ayrshire Council has agreed a three-year contract with North West Marine to install, maintain and repair the visitor moorings at Arran and Cumbrae.

These are set to be available from Easter throughout the sailing season until October.

The Council provide visitor moorings as part of an economic development and regeneration initiative to promote the marine tourism sector of North Ayrshire and to encourage boats to visit the islands and support local businesses and communities.

The moorings are for visitor use only and are located at Millport, Brodick, Lochranza, Pirnmill and Whiting Bay.

A visitor is welcome to berth for up to three nights on a visitor mooring.

For longer stays visitor berthing is available at Lamlash and at Largs Yacht Haven, Fairlie Quay Marina, and Clyde Marina at Ardrossan.

North Ayrshire Council, contactus@north-ayrshire.gov.uk