A new clubhouse is to be created at Belleisle Golf Clyb in Ayr.

South Ayrshire Council, which is funding the £1.5m project, has said work should be completed in time for the 2015 golfing season. The clubhouse will be made available to golfers playing Belleisle as well as its sister course, Seafield, and will include:

• Modern changing accommodation

• A new golf professional shop

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• A large modern cafe bar

• New starter facilities

• Club rooms

• Lounge area

• Golf simulator room.

Councillor Bill Grant, Portfolio Holder for Economic Development, Tourism and Leisure, welcomed the investment. He said: "Golf is a big part of life here in South Ayrshire and we're very proud of our eight fantastic courses, including Belleisle, which is a real jewel in our golfing crown.

"The start of works on the new Belleisle clubhouse marks significant commitment and investment by the Council in our off-course facilities and will ensure our golfers will benefit from the modern, first-class facilities they deserve. It will also play a key part in the ongoing regeneration of Belleisle Park."

(JP/CD)