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About Forbes Drive
Forbes Drive is a street located in Prestwick. It uses the postcode KA8 9FG. The street has a length of approximately 449 metres.
Forbes Drive is located within the South Ayrshire Council's jurisdiction. They provide various services, like refuse collection, and manage council tax collection. It's situated in the (pseudo) Scotland region of the UK.
Forbes Drive is located within the county of Ayrshire and Arran, situated in the (pseudo) Scotland region of the UK. It's 331.78 miles North West from central London., 29.75 miles South West from Glasgow, 63.97 miles South West from Edinburgh and 77.66 miles North West from Carlisle.
Forbes Drive is within the Post Town of AYR.
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Eldroth Road
15th April 2024
I wondered if anyone has any old pictures of Wenning Bank House in the 1940’s and also Lane Side before of the same era .. we visited today with my Mum in law as she used to live at both these properties. Also any photos of the schools around that time .. thank you.
Can You Help?Napps Way
15th April 2024
Why is the road called Napps Way (belonging to Napp, but minus an
apostrophe as is usual with such nomenclature)? Moreover, who or
what is, or was, “Napp” in the respective, possessive case?
Several years ago, I met an elderly man (probably in his late-eighties)
who lives on Bentham Drive, Liverpool 16, and during a conversation
with him whilst in a Northwest Passenger Transport Ambulance on the
way to the former RLUH (Royal Liverpool University Hospital), he told
me that he could remember (when he was a boy, living in Childwall,
Liverpool 16) that, “Where Napps Way is now, during WW2, there was
a two-man gun emplacement on the, then, open land to protect the
railway line passing over Childwall Valley Road - next to the railway
bridge - when suddenly, as they were loading a live “shell” into the gun’s
breach, the aforementioned “shell” accidentally exploded in the gun’s
breach killing both of the two soldiers, that had been manning the gun,
instantly! (Very sad, of course, but could - perhaps - two ghosts relating
to those two, very unfortunately and prematurely-killed soldiers have
haunted that place of their deaths ever since - and have any residents
of Napps Way - formerly and in its latest incarnation - seen two, WW2
(uniformed) soldiers unexpectedly appear in or near their homes?)
Mauritius Road
15th April 2024
Why is Mauritius Road so called, since when and by whom? Does Greenwich have any particular links with Mauritius? Very interested to know. 🤞🏼
Can You Help?Estate Agents near Forbes Drive
| Name | Address | Website |
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| Rentolease | 123 Main Street, Prestwick, KA9 1LA | Visit Website |
| Hoppers Estate Agency | 8 Main Street, Prestwick, KA9 1NX | Visit Website |
| Property Trader | 1st Floor, 71-75 Main Street, Prestwick, KA9 1JN |
We have found 1 postcode for Forbes Drive
Location Details
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| Latitude | 55.481814 |
| Longitude | -4.607371 |
| OS Easting (X): | 235251 |
| OS Northing (Y): | 623980 |
| OS Grid Reference: | NS353240 |
 | Neighbourhood Policing |
| Police Force: Scotland |
| Find a Local Neighbourhood Watch Scheme |
Frequently asked Questions for Forbes Drive
What Council (Local Authority) is Forbes Drive in?
Forbes Drive is located within the local authority area of South Ayrshire Council which is a Scottish unitary authority.
What Parish Council is Forbes Drive in?
Forbes Drive is in an unparished area.
What Electoral Ward is Forbes Drive in?
Forbes Drive is located within the ward of Ayr North.
What County is Forbes Drive in?
Forbes Drive is located within the ceremonial county of Ayrshire and Arran.
What Constituency is Forbes Drive in?
Forbes Drive is located within the constituency of Central Ayrshire.
What Part of the UK is Forbes Drive in?
Forbes Drive is located within the historic nation of Scotland.
What County Council area is Forbes Drive in?
Forbes Drive is not in a County Council area.
What Police Force area is Forbes Drive in?
Forbes Drive is located within the Scotland Police area.
Roads that have a Junction with Forbes Drive
| Street | Junction Type |
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| East Road | junction |
| Boundary Road | junction |
Sunset and Sunrise times for Forbes Drive , KA8 9FG
| Sunrise | 05:51 |
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| Sunset | 20:42 |
Latest Weather Conditions for Forbes Drive, KA8 9FG
| Observed at Weather Station: | Prestwick Rnas 23 April 2024 at 19:00 (2.45 miles away) |
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| Current Weather: | Overcast |
| Temperature and Humidity: | 11.0°C (66.1%) |
| Wind Direction and Speed: | W (6 mph) |
Population Statistics
| ONS Area Code | S00129533 |
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| ONS Area Name | Hard-Pressed European Settlers |
| LSOA Code: | S01012517 |
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| LSOA Name: | Heathfield - 06 |
| SOA Code: | 4a |
| SOA Name: | |
| MSOA Code: | S02002345 |
| MSOA Name: | Heathfield |
Nearest Supermarkets
| Iceland Ayr Food Warehouse |
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| UNIT 1B, HEATHFIELD RETAIL PARK, AYR, KA8 9BF |
| 01292282152 |
| Distance: 0.46 Miles |
| Directions from Forbes Drive to Iceland Ayr Food Warehouse |
| Sainsburys Prestwick |
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| 125 Ayr Road, Prestwick, Scotland, KA9 1TW |
| 01292 474478 |
| Distance: 0.47 Miles |
| Directions from Forbes Drive to Sainsburys Prestwick |
| Asda Ayr |
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| Liberator Drive, Heathfield Retail Park, Ayr, KA8 9BF |
| 01292 617800 |
| Distance: 0.47 Miles |
| Directions from Forbes Drive to Asda Ayr |
| Tesco Ayr Express |
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| 84-86 Prestwick Rd, Ayr, KA8 8JT |
| 0345 675 7076 |
| Distance: 0.62 Miles |
| Directions from Forbes Drive to Tesco Ayr Express |
Telephone Information
| Area Code |
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| Area Code: 01292 - Ayr |
| Area Code: 01655 - Maybole |
Local Government
| Local Council Details |
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| Within the area of South Ayrshire |
| Visit the Council's Website |
| County Buildings, Wellington Square, Ayr &KA7 1DR |
| Send email |
| Telephone Number: 0845 601 2020 |
| Local Member of Parliament |
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| Within the Westminster Parliamentary Constituency of Central Ayrshire |
| The Member of Parliament is Philippa Whitford |
| Details for the MP Philippa Whitford on parliament.uk |
| Details for the MP Philippa Whitford on theyworkforyou.com |
| In the 2019 General Election Philippa Whitford won with a majority of 5,304 the result was SNP hold. The total electorate was 69,742 |
| Wards, Parish Councils and County Councils |
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| Ward: Ayr North Ward |
| Ceremonial County: Ayrshire and Arran |
Nearest Schools
Scotland Primary Schools
St Ninian's Primary School
Address: St Ninian's Primary School, Sherwood Road, Prestwick, KA9 1EY
Distance: 1.27 miles
Contact: 01292 473457
Glenburn Primary School
Address: Glenburn Primary School, Sherwood Road, Prestwick, KA9 1EY
Distance: 1.27 miles
Contact: 01292 473452
Kingcase Primary School
Address: Kingcase Primary School, Nursery Avenue, Prestwick, KA9 2DG
Distance: 0.41 miles
Contact: 01292 473451
Heathfield Primary School
Address: Heathfield Primary School, Heathfield Road, Ayr, KA8 9DR
Distance: 0.32 miles
Contact: 01292 612123
Dalmilling Primary School
Address: Dalmilling Primary School, 4 Harthall, Ayr, KA8 0PD
Distance: 0.94 miles
Contact: 01292 612736
Braehead Primary School
Address: Braehead Primary School, 15A Gould Street, Ayr, KA8 9PJ
Distance: 0.83 miles
Contact: 01292 612713
St John's Primary School
Address: St John's Primary School, 2A Whitletts Road, Ayr, KA8 0JB
Distance: 1.21 miles
Contact: 01292 612711
Newton Primary School
Address: Newton Primary School, 175A Russell Drive, Ayr, KA8 8JL
Distance: 1.16 miles
Contact: 01292 612714
Scotland Secondary Schools
Prestwick Academy
Address: Prestwick Academy, 15 Newdykes Road, Prestwick, KA9 2LB
Distance: 1.46 miles
Contact: 01292 477121
Kyle Academy
Address: Kyle Academy, 7 Overmills Road, Ayr, KA7 3LR
Distance: 1.71 miles
Contact: 01292 612338
Nearest Hospitals
| Name | Address | Postcode | Distance | Map |
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| Biggart Hospital | Biggart Road, Prestwick | KA9 2HQ | 1.21 Km | View Directions |
| Arrol Park Resource Centre | 10 Doonfoot Road, Ayr | KA7 4DW | 4.16 Km | View Directions |
| Ailsa Hospital | Dalmellington Road, Ayr | KA6 6AB | 5.37 Km | View Directions |
Nearest Dentists
Dentists near Forbes Drive
| Name | Address | Postcode | Distance | Map |
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| MY DENTIST | 140 Main Street, Prestwick | KA9 1PB | 1.73 Km | View Directions |
| K AYR DENTAL | 34 New Road, Ayr | KA8 8EX | 1.91 Km | View Directions |
| NETHERFIELD DENTAL PRACTICE | 55 Main Street, Prestwick | KA9 1JN | 2.05 Km | View Directions |
Nearest GP Surgeries
Doctors near Forbes Drive
TAM'S BRIG SURGERY
Address: 107 NEW ROAD, AYR, KA8 8DD
Distance: 1.03 miles
Contact: tel: 01292 262697
STATION ROAD MEDICAL PRACTICE
Address: 2 STATION ROAD, PRESTWICK, KA9 1AQ
Distance: 1.36 miles
Contact: tel: 01292 671444
KIRKHALL SURGERY
Address: 4 ALEXANDRA AVENUE, PRESTWICK, KA9 1AW
Distance: 1.42 miles
Contact: tel: 01292 476626
THE CATHCART STREET MEDICAL PRACTICE
Address: 8 CATHCART STREET, AYR, KA7 1BJ
Distance: 1.62 miles
Contact: tel: 01292 264051
BARNS MEDICAL PRACTICE
Address: 40 DALBLAIR ROAD, AYR, KA7 1UL
Distance: 1.78 miles
Contact: tel: 01292 281439
THE FULLARTON MEDICAL PRACTICE
Address: 40 DALBLAIR ROAD, AYR, KA7 1UL
Distance: 1.78 miles
Contact: tel: 01292 264260
Nearest Dispensing Chemists
Pharmacies near Forbes Drive
| Name | Address | Postcode | Telephone | Map | Distance in Km |
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| Burns Pharmacy Ltd | 153 Ayr Road, Prestwick | KA9 1TP | 01292 478 244 | View Directions | |
| Boots UK Ltd | 42 Main Road, Whitletts, Ayr, | KA8 0LQ | 01292 267745 | View Directions | |
| Boots UK Ltd | 99 New Road, Ayr | KA8 8DD | 01292 262486 | View Directions |
Nearest Opticians
Opticians near Forbes Drive
BOOTS OPTICIANS (AYR)
Address: 168-170 HIGH STREET, AYR, AYRSHIRE, KA7 1PZ
Distance: 1.62 miles
Contact: :
BOOTS OPTICIANS (IRVINE)
Address: 36 RIVERGATE, IRVINE, AYRSHIRE, KA12 8EH
Distance: 9.40 miles
Contact: :
VISION EXPRESS (IRVINE)
Address: 32 RIVERGATE, IRVINE, AYRSHIRE, KA12 8EH
Distance: 9.40 miles
Contact: :
BOOTS OPTICIANS (KILMARNOCK)
Address: 54 KING STREET, KILMARNOCK, AYRSHIRE, KA1 1NP
Distance: 9.79 miles
Contact: :
BOOTS OPTICIANS (NEWTON MEARNS)
Address: 37B THE AVENUE AT MEARNS, MEARNS CENTRE, NEWTON MEARNS, GLASGOW, G77 6EY
Distance: 22.77 miles
Contact: :
BOOTS OPTICIANS (EAST KILBRIDE - THE PLAZA)
Address: THE PLAZA, EAST KILBRIDE, GLASGOW, LANARKSHIRE, G74 1LW
Distance: 25.45 miles
Contact: :
Transport
Nearest Rail Stations
Newton-on-Ayr Station is 0.90 miles away.
Address: Newton-on-Ayr station, Falkland Park Road, Ayr, South Ayrshire, KA8 9BP
Newton-on-Ayr is situated on the Ayrshire Coast Line|Glasgow South Western Line and is managed by ScotRail.
Newton-on-Ayr Station is an unstaffed station.
Prestwick Town Station is 1.41 miles away.
Address: Prestwick Town station, Station Road, Prestwick, Ayrshire, KA9 1AQ
Prestwick Town is situated on the Ayrshire Coast Line|Glasgow South Western Line and is managed by ScotRail.
Prestwick Town Station is staffed on a part time basis.