West Kilbride is a town located on the West coast of Scotland approximately 45 minutes away from Glasgow by train. The Isle of Arran is clearly visible from West Kilbride, and a ferry routinely offers voyages back and forth. The Seamill community is another feature of West Kilbride, and is home to the "YWAM Seamill Center" as well.

West Kilbride is one of the UK's leading UFO hotspots, according to a 2004 Ministry of Defence report.