Date: 05/04/2021

Robert Burns knew it as ^Auld Ayr, wham ne^er a town surpasses, For honest men and bonny lasses^. The Scottish bard would not recognise it now. Save Britain^s Heritage (SBH) says the town at the heart of Burns country is becoming a ^wasteland of demolition sites^. The conservation charity is campaigning to stop the local council from demolishing Ayrs Victorian Station Hotel because it says the loss of the derelict but still ^impressive^ landmark will add to the towns decline.

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Dont say farewell to Ayr yet, say campaigners for landmark hotel

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Robert Burns knew it as Auld Ayr, wham neer a town surpasses, For honest men and bonny lasses.The Scottish bard would not recognise it now. Save Britains Heritage (SBH) says the town at the heart

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Seen from the platform, Ayr's Station Hotel may be semi derelict but it is still at least partially furnished. Note the writing desk with lamps - 'Would madam care for some Quink for her fountain pen?' Time warp.
Location: Ayr Station Hotel
Company: Ayr and Dalmellington Railway
17/09/2018 Colin Miller

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