Great fun in Ardrossan as the Whitlees Gala Day returns

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The 2024 Gala Queen was Alea-Jay, who was well supported on the day by King Baillie, Prince Carson, Princess Lucy, Princess Amelia and Prince Lockie.

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Following the grand parade there was music, fairground rides and loads of other fun events to keep the whole family entertained.

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There were also be some special guests with musical tributes to Taylor Swift, Abba, Thr33 and Motown.

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And if these pics of the big day are anything to go by, a great time was enjoyed by all.

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In a Facebook post, the Whitlees team thanked everyone for the "huge turnout" for the anniversary event.

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The also thanked the following people and firms for their support:

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"The Winton Flute Band for marching with us; Gill Slaven for all personalised uniforms; Clyde Kilts for donating the kilts every year; Paul Stevenston for providing the cars every year; Clyde Studios for the banners and leaflets; Julieanna for getting the girls ready; C&J Party Hire for bouncy castles and DJ; Jays Fair and food truck for all our events; DH Window Cleaning and Equans for putting up all the bunting; Gerry McMillian for providing the float van; The Police Cadets for coming to work with us on the day; all at the council who helped with applications and providing equipment; To everyone who walked with us in the parade; everyone who showed up to support us tomorrow and to our neighbours who let us disrupt the streets for our events (we appreciate you allowing us to do all this)."

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Congratulations once again for the Whitlees Centre team for organising such a brilliant event.

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Pictures by John Keachie.

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