Millport celebrated the opening of its new prom with a family fun day - and a flock of alpacas proved to be the stars of the show.

Offshore work on North Ayrshire Council's £48 million flood protection scheme is now complete, with the rest of the project "developing well".

And the reopening of the prom was marked by a special event on Saturday, on the promenade opposite the Garrison.

The event featured a sandcastle building competition, face painting, crafts and an exhibition of sea defence machinery - as well as a herd of alpacas which was a great treat for all the youngsters.

(Image: Amanda Tennnet)

A spokesperson for the Cumbrae Tourist Association said: “It was great to see the island so busy over the weekend, and we were delighted to have so many people join us at the new-look promenade.

"We are also pleased to have two ferries operating daily, to accommodate visitors to the island throughout the summer season.”

See a selection of Amanda Tennent's photos from the day below:

Sandcastle competition in MillportSandcastle competition in Millport (Image: Amanda Tennent) Alpaca greeting for new promAlpaca greeting for new prom (Image: Amanda Tennnet) Alpaca attraction as Millport Prom had a successful opening dayAlpaca attraction as Millport Prom had a successful opening day (Image: Amanda Tennnet) (Image: Amanda Tennent)

Hair we go! Millport promenade open day had some alpaca visitorsHair we go! Millport promenade open day had some alpaca visitors (Image: Amanda Tennnet)

Digging the scene: Millport Prom open dayDigging the scene: Millport Prom open day (Image: Amanda Tennnet) Ice cream cones as well as traffic ones on Millport Prom open day during exhibition of worksIce cream cones as well as traffic ones on Millport Prom open day during exhibition of works (Image: Amanda Tennnet) (Image: Amanda Tennnet)