Woody's Ice Cream has confirmed it will not open its new shop in Stewarton in time for Christmas. 

The popular Mauchline eatery announced earlier this year that it had taken over vacant premises in the Bonnet Toun's Main Street. 

Signs on the shop window have indicated to passers-by that the new premises is 'coming soon' - but it will not be in time for the festive season. 

A Woody's spokesperson said: "We can tell that you guys are all very excited for our Stewarton shop to open - so are we. 

"Our inboxes are going crazy with messages asking when we are opening.

"Sadly we do not plan to open before Christmas time.

"As you can see the shop is undergoing a complete renovation/transformation which requires a great bit of time.

"Our amazing tradesmen are working hard to get us open as soon as possible. Trust us, it will be worth the wait.

"In the meantime for your Woody’s fix and Christmas orders please visit our shop in Mauchline.

"We will be sure to keep you all updated with all of our progress."