Radio-controlled yacht enthusiasts from across Ayrshire held an open day at the weekend - giving visitors the opportunity to try out the hobby.

Ayr Advertiser: Radio yacht club

And there were plenty of people who joined in the fun at the Ayr Bay Yacht Club's event in Irvine.

Ayr Advertiser: Model yachts

The Ayrshire-wide group sail radio-controlled yachts three times a week, on Sundays, Tuesdays and Fridays at the Beach Park pond in Irvine.

Ayr Advertiser: Ayr Bay Radio Controlled Yacht Club

The open day gave members of the public the chance to sail the yachts and learn up more about the pastime.

Ayr Advertiser: Model yachts

Club members came along with their own radio-controlled yachts and were on hand to provide help and instructions to anyone who wished to join in.

Ayr Advertiser: Model yachts

Club secretary Bill Lees said: "We are constently asked about what we are doing and how things work, so we decided to give people a chance to try it out for themselves.

Ayr Advertiser: Radio yacht club

"We and wanted to promote the interests and growth of radio controlled sailing yachts in the area with a view to enhancing the use of Irvine Beach Park pond for the betterment of the town and the surrounding district.

Ayr Advertiser: Ayr Bay Radio Controlled Yacht Club

"Club members supplied all yachts and equipment and thisgavea good opportunity for the public to try out a new hobby.

Ayr Advertiser: The Ayr Bay Radio Controlled Yacht Club in action

"There is no barrier to gender or age to take part - just a desire to sail a model yacht on the pond and enjoy a very excellent and inexpensive hobby."

Ayr Advertiser: Model yachts

To find out more about the club, contact Bill on 07769 667301 or email bill.lees@gmail.com.

Ayr Advertiser: Model yachts

Ayr Advertiser: Model yachts

(All photos by Charlie Gilmour)