FAQs
Festival
Q. Where do I get a timetable of events?
A. This website should contain all the relevant information about events in this year's festival. If you need more information about anything, please email your query to info@liveattroon.co.uk
Q. I have a band that would like to perform, who do I contact?
A. We have a full complement of bands for this year's festival. However please feel free to send your details on to info@liveattroon.co.uk
Travel
Q. How do I get to Troon?
A. Troon is well served by road and rail - and is less than an hour away from Glasgow by public transport. Check respective transport providers Bus: Stagecoach, Train: FirstScotrail for travel details. If you're coming by car/bike you can plan your journey at theaa.co.uk
Q. I'm driving down to Troon to enjoy the Festival, where can I park without paying parking fees?
A. There is plentiful parking in Troon Town Centre and at the various beach car parks.
Q. What time is the last train?
http://www.intayrnet.com/jindex.html?troon/troon_rail.html
http://www.scotrail.co.uk/sites/files/10Strath%20West%20&%20CC.web.pdf
Trains
Troon .. Irvine Fri/ Sat Last Train 23.12 Sun 23.11
Troon .. Glasgow Fri/ Sat Last Train 23.12 Sun 23.11
Troon .. Kilmarnock Forget it!
Troon .. Ayr Fri/ Sat Last Train 23.20 Sun 23.41
Q. What time is the last bus?
http://www.stagecoachbus.com/timetables.aspx?serviceid=&locationId=0&from=troon&to=kilmarnock
Buses
Troon .. Kilmarnock Fri/ Sat Last bus 23.13 Sun 22.30
Troon .. Irvine Fri/ Sat/ Sun 22.30
Troon .. Ayr Fri/ Sat/ Sun 22.24
Troon .. Glasgow Forget it!
Q. Where is it from the ferry?
A. There is a direct Ferry link to Larne to Troon.
See www.poirishsea.com/passenger/Larne_Troon.htm for details. The ferry terminal is 500m from town centre
Q. Where is it from the airport?
A. Prestwick Airport lies only 10 minutes drive away for bon viveurs jetting in for the festival.
See www.gpia.co.uk for details of routes and timetables.
Tickets
Q. How do I get a ticket for an event?
A. You can buy your tickets locally in person from Buzzworks, online at TicketsScotland, or in person from TicketsScotland, Argyle Street, Glasgow
Q. Is the ticket refundable?
A. Tickets are non refundable
Q. Any age restrictions?
A. There are age restrictions at events selling alcohol. Please check with the venue. If in doubt email info@liveattroon.com for clarification
Q. Is there any discount for buying tickets for groups?
A. There are no discounts for multiple purchases
Q. Is there a discount on tickets for disabled people?
A. There are no concessionary ticket prices
Venues
Q. Do all the venues have disabled access?
A. All council buildings (Walker Hall and Concert hall) have disabled access. Please check with other venues direct for information on their provision for disabled access.
Accommodation
Q. Where can I stay in Troon?
A. The town has numerous hotels and B&Bs. Check www.ayrshire-arran.com/accommodation for details
Q. Is there anywhere to park caravan or pitch tent?
A. There's a caravan site in the town at St Meddans Caravan Site. Check with them direct for availability.
Tourist Information
Q. Where is the tourist information office?
A. Tourist information is available in the local library
Q. Where are the cashpoints in the town?
A. The town centre has cashpoints for all major banks within 100m from town hall
Q. Where's the nearest chemist?
Boots, 49 Academy Street
James G. Brodlie, 15 Templehill
Stevenson Chemist, 131 Deveron Road
Q. Where's the nearest hospital?
A. Nearest main hospitals to thee town are Ayr Hospital and Crosshouse, Kilmarnock
Q. Where's best to go if I've lost property?
A. Contact Ayr Police Station
Q. Where are there public toilets?
A. Public toilets are available adjacent to beach car park near town centre and at Church Street.