A look back at the best Times photos from 20 years ago

Who can you spot in these Irvine Times pics from March 2005?

(Image: Newsquest) Irvine’s Stanecastle School received a glowing report after an inspection in 2005. Head teacher Angela McHardy is pictured with board member Karine Emberson and pupils (from left to right) Robbie Mark, Alannah Lindsay and Sean Young after the ASN school’s report was released.

(Image: Newsquest) Kilwinning Academy students launched a special smart card for young people at a major conference at the Gailes Restaurant and Hotel in March 2005. Pictured are the school’s Young Scot volunteers Iain Lindsay, Scott McAree, Claire McGeachie and Terry McAdam.

(Image: Newsquest) Irvine Guide leader Nancy Allan stepped down after 30 years, but not before her Rainbow group threw her a surprise party in March 2005.

(Image: Newsquest) These Corsehill Primary pupils were ready for some Red Nose Day fun for Comic Relief in March 2005.

(Image: Newsquest) Children from the Janice Marshall School of Dance were rehearsing for their upcoming show at the Magnum Leisure Centre. These wee ones would play Wee Willie Winkies in the 2005 production of Pinocchio.

(Image: Newsquest) Kilwinning Bowling Club celebrated their 150th birthday with a celebration at the Seamill Hydro in March 2005. Prominent local political figures Brian Donohoe and Irene Oldfather were in attendance at the glitzy event.