The Ayrshire Roadrun, an annual procession of vintage commercial trucks, tractors, buses and more, will take place over the weekend of Saturday, July 11 and Sunday, July 12, 2026. Organised by the Ayrshire Commercial Vintage Vehicle Club, the event offers enthusiasts a chance to see these historic vehicles up close.
Static Display at Barony Campus
Before the convoy sets off, a static display will be held at the Barony Campus in Cumnock from 9am until 12noon on Saturday, July 11. Visitors can view the vehicles in the school car park during this time.
After the display, the convoy will depart and travel through the region, making a pit-stop at Castle Douglas Cattle Market and then proceeding to Portpatrick. Spectators can catch the convoy at various points along the route.
Convoy Route and Timings
The convoy is expected to pass through the following locations at approximate times: Skares Road at 12.05pm, Benson Smiddy at 12.10pm, Dalleagles at 12.15pm, Dalmellington at 12.30pm, Carsphairn at 12.45pm, St John’s Dalry at 1pm, Ken Bridge at 1.10pm, Corsock at 1.20pm, Crocketford at 1.30pm, Milton at 1.40pm, and Haugh of Urr at 1.50pm.
The convoy is scheduled to arrive at Castle Douglas Cattle Market at 2pm for another static display, departing at 3.30pm. Participants are expected to reach Portpatrick around 5pm on Saturday, where they will be based at Galloway Point Caravan Park and Main Harbour.
Sunday Itinerary
On Sunday, July 12, the convoy will leave Portpatrick at 11am, following the A77 to Stranraer, then heading north to Maidens/Turnberry. They will continue along the coastal route to Ayr, where they should be seen in the afternoon on the Promenade.
For more information or to join the Ayrshire Roadrun, contact the event organisers on 07980 315932 or email jsm@kerrandsmith.co.uk.
