As Scotland evolved so the counties and registration districts changed. Ayrshire was no different, probably the most sought period (by genealogy seekers) was when the Sherriffdom of Ayr was the three districts of Kyle, Carrick and Cunninghame which later became Ayrshire. Nowadays for administration it is sub-divided into North, South and East Ayrshire. (there is no west)

Hunterston has it's own section ......

James Hunter started life as a poor office boy. He worked his way to the top and his product was known around the globe and keenly sought after by those who wanted the best.

Young David had wanted a dream home and bit by bit, tree by tree, Sir David Hunter-Blair, 3rd Baronet, created it.
Painting showing David pulling the barrow, with his family and their home at Dunskey in the background .