A project to restore a historic landmark in South Ayrshire has been completed in time for Christmas.

Following a seven-week restoration, Newton Tower on the corner of Main Street and King Street in Ayr was unveiled last week.

One of the few remaining examples of Georgian architecture in the district, the tower was erected in 1795.

The £24,000 project power-washed and painted the structure in its original colours.

With its distinctive white spire and ivory walls the building has now been restored the way it would have looked when it was first built.

Councillor Peter Henderson said: "We've restored Newton Tower back to its original condition, with thousands of people every day now able to see the building as it would have looked in its heyday.

"The work complements recent energy efficiency work at flats around the King Street roundabout, with the investment helping to improve the environment both for people who live there and for visitors to the town.

"I'd like to thank drivers for their patience during the works at Newton Tower, which required a minor traffic diversion."