The annual North Ayrshire 10k Festival of Running was held in Saltcoats at the weekend.

Ayr Advertiser: The North Ayrshire 10k race

Ayr Advertiser: The North Ayrshire 10k race

And the big event attracted more than 500 runners from across Ayrshire and beyond.

Ayr Advertiser: The North Ayrshire 10k race

Ayr Advertiser: The North Ayrshire 10k race

Organised by North Ayrshire Athletics Club, the event has become a big part in the running circuit and always attracts a big turnout, from experienced runners to novices.

Ayr Advertiser: The North Ayrshire 10k race

Ayr Advertiser: The North Ayrshire 10k race

There was a 2k race for children under 16 as well as an 800 metre fun run.

Ayr Advertiser: The North Ayrshire 10k race

Ayr Advertiser: The North Ayrshire 10k race

The club would like to thank all the members, senior and junior, who helped to set up the course.

Ayr Advertiser: The North Ayrshire 10k race

Ayr Advertiser: The North Ayrshire 10k race

The event was sponsored by Specsavers Irvine, Specsavers Saltcoats, Nellany & Co Solicitors and Berry BPI.

Ayr Advertiser: The North Ayrshire 10k race

Ayr Advertiser: The North Ayrshire 10k race

Ayr Advertiser: The North Ayrshire 10k race

Who do you recognise in these pictures by Charlie Gilmour?

Ayr Advertiser: The North Ayrshire 10k race