Near-circular outline
Cliffs define almost the entire perimeter, so the coast reads as one clean, rounded line, a shape that looks bold and graphic in the Noir style.
Minimalist map poster · United Kingdom
Ailsa Craig Map Poster & Print
55.2524° N / 5.1153° W
A domed granite island rising alone from the Firth of Clyde, almost round from above and ringed by sheer cliffs.
- What you see is exactly what you get
- Up to 7,200 × 10,800 px · 300 DPI
- PNG + print-ready PDF
- No watermark
One city, five moods
Ailsa Craig in every style
Tap a style to see it on the wall. Every style costs the same — printed, framed or as HD files.
Actual pixels · 24 × 36″ print filePrint-sharp
Every street in Ailsa Craig, razor sharp
This is a 100% crop of the real print file. Every poster — printed, framed or downloaded — is rendered on our servers at 300 DPI, up to 7,200 × 10,800 pixels, so even the smallest lanes stay crisp on a 24 × 36″ print.
On the wall
Ailsa Craig at home
The island
About this Ailsa Craig map poster
Ailsa Craig stands alone in the outer Firth of Clyde, around ten miles off the Ayrshire coast near Girvan. From above it is a small, nearly round island, its shape defined by steep cliffs that rise on most sides to a central summit. The only flat ground lies on the eastern shore, where a lighthouse and a few old buildings sit beside a landing place.
The island is the eroded plug of an ancient volcano, and its distinctive microgranite has long been quarried for curling stones. Many of the stones used in the sport around the world have come from this rock, a fact that gives such a tiny outline a surprising reach. Remains of the quarry workings are still visible along the shore.
Today the island is a bird reserve with one of the largest gannet colonies in Britain. Sailors have long called it Paddy's Milestone, a marker on the sea route between Belfast and Glasgow. An Ailsa Craig map poster works best with plenty of sea around it, the island a single strong form set in the open water of the Clyde.
- Area
- 99 km²
- Coordinates
- 55.2524° N / 5.1153° W
- Region
- Ailsa Craig, Island · United Kingdom
Eastern landing
A narrow strip of level ground on the east side holds the lighthouse and the quarry remains, the only built detail on an otherwise wild island.
Firth of Clyde setting
A wider frame brings in the Ayrshire coast and the approach to the firth, placing the island in its long-standing role as a landmark for passing ships.
Make it yours
Frame your part of Ailsa Craig
Add a date, a name or a line of your own, switch style, size or orientation.
The free preview is low-resolution with a watermark. Prints and HD files are rendered at 300 DPI, up to 7,200 × 10,800 px, without a watermark.
Why Ailsa Craig
A map that means something
Curlers, golfers who have seen it from the Ayrshire links and anyone raised along the Clyde coast will recognise this silhouette. Its single bold shape makes a calm, graphic piece for a small wall, a study or a club room.
Personalise the title, subtitle and coordinates line, perhaps with a club name or a championship year, and choose Classic black & white, Noir, Paper, Blueprint or Sand. HD files in six sizes cost $9, and printed posters ship from partners in over 30 countries.
Order the Ailsa Craig posterWhat's in the HD download300 DPINo watermarkPNG + PDF
| Print size | Resolution | Files |
|---|---|---|
| 30 × 40 cm11.8 × 15.7″ | 3,543 × 4,724 px | PNG · PDF |
| 29.7 × 42 cm (A3)11.7 × 16.5″ | 3,508 × 4,961 px | PNG · PDF |
| 42 × 59.4 cm (A2)16.5 × 23.4″ | 4,961 × 7,016 px | PNG · PDF |
| 45.7 × 61 cm18 × 24″ | 5,400 × 7,200 px | PNG · PDF |
| 50 × 70 cm19.7 × 27.6″ | 5,906 × 8,268 px | PNG · PDF |
| 61 × 91.4 cm24 × 36″ | 7,200 × 10,800 px | PNG · PDF |
For comparison, the free preview is 900 px wide, watermarked and meant for screens. The HD files have up to 8× the resolution in each direction and print cleanly at full poster size.
Ailsa Craig map poster — FAQ
How do I order the Ailsa Craig poster?
Pick a style at the top of the page, then choose Printed Poster — a size and, if you like, a frame — or Digital HD Files. Checkout takes one step, and your order page updates as soon as the payment goes through.
What is the printed Ailsa Craig poster like?
It is printed on premium 200 gsm matte paper in one of six sizes, from 30 × 40 cm to 24 × 36″. Printed posters start at $39, shipping included.
Can I order the Ailsa Craig poster framed?
Yes. Choose a solid wood frame in black, white, natural oak or dark wood. It comes with shatterproof glazing and is ready to hang. Framed posters start at $99, shipping included.
How long does delivery take, and what does it cost?
Shipping is free to 60+ countries. Each poster is printed by the nearest of our print partners in 30+ countries and usually arrives in 3–7 business days. You can follow the status and tracking under My Orders. A few countries take 2–5 weeks, and where we don't ship yet, the site tells you before you pay.
What if my poster arrives damaged?
Send us a photo within 14 days of delivery and we will reprint it for free or refund you.
Can I add our names or a date to the Ailsa Craig poster?
Yes. In the editor on this page, change the title, the subtitle and the coordinates line to anything you like, and pick a style and size. Printed, framed and digital orders all use exactly your design.
What do I get with the digital HD files?
For $9 you get 300 DPI PNG and print-ready PDF files in all six sizes, without a watermark, to print anywhere. Not sure yet? Download a free watermarked preview first.
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