THE National Sheepdog Trials were hosted at Portencross last weekend attracting visitors from all over Scotland.
Yonderton farm fields were transformed with a large stand for attendees, stalls, burger vans and even a licensed bar.
The event was filmed by BBC Alba and will be shown on TV in January.
The three-day event saw 150 handlers and their Border Collie dogs compete to represent Scotland at the international sheep dog trials.
Away from the action there was a craft village showcasing the very best in local craft, art and produce. 
Kenny Donald, formerly co-owner of Oaks Vets in Largs, and resident in West Kilbride, chaired the committee which helped bring the prestigious event to West Kilbride, and also competed in the trials.
Kenny said: "We had to find a farmer who was keen to have us. 
"It is a dry field which is important, and you have the spectacular views looking over to Arran, so it is the perfect site."
"With a total of 150 competitors, starting at 7am and finishing at 7pm, we had people travelling from as far as Wick staying in hotels in Largs, and West Kilbride.
"It is a big boost to the local economy, and this allows us to showcase this wonderful area to such a wide audience who may not have visited before.
"I don't know whether it will come back to West Kilbride - this is the first time it has ever been run in North Ayrshire, so it would be good to have it back.
"We are indebted to people like Mr Oswald Wardrop, without his generosity in allowing us to use his land we would be unable to hold trials such as the national."
Kenny's wife Melissa, who is also currently President of the UK Veterinary (Scotland) branch, was also helping out behind the scenes during the weekend.
She added: "We were very fortunate to have a number of volunteers assisting us before, during and after the trial and we are extremely thankful for their support."
There was an eight strong committee involved in organising the trials and EventScotland funding went towards costs associated with a marquee, equipment hire and marketing.
The various skills involved include gathering and 'driving', where the dog is directed to drive the sheep over a triangular course through two sets of gates seven yards wide.

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