AN AYR teenager admits it is a "dream come true" after being named Miss Great Britain.

Ava Morgan, 19, became the 79th winner to hold the Miss Great Britain title after triumphing at the national competition at the weekend.

Across the two days, Ava showcased her charity, talent and publicity efforts and took part in private interviews with an esteemed judging panel, before taking to the iconic Miss GB stage. 

Ava, an international business student at Edinburgh University, eventually reigned supreme over 40 other accomplished Miss Great Britain finalists.

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Her triumph comes after she raised £21,000 for charity in the lead up to the national final.

Across the course of the two day national final, Ava was judged the Best in Interview award winner by six expert judges.

She also won the publicity award after mounting a powerful self-devised campaign called ‘BeBoobAware’ which aims to raise greater understanding and awareness for Breast Cancer. 

Ada said: "Winning Miss Great Britain is a dream come true. It symbolises everything I’ve worked for - the personal growth, the confidence I’ve built and the opportunity to turn my platform, BeBoob Aware, into something even bigger. 

"I am honoured to take the Miss Great Britain crown back to Scotland. I am also the youngest Miss Great Britain in 10 years. 

"This title means I can reach more people, raise greater awareness for Breast Cancer and show others that no matter where you start, you can achieve incredible things. 

"It’s a reminder that stepping out of my comfort zone was the best thing I could have done, and now I’m excited to use this win to inspire and empower others to do the same.

"A huge thank you to everyone who came and attended to support me. Hearing you all cheer me on relaxed me and made the experience even more enjoyable."

Ava will now walk away with an impressive prize package which includes a Nissan car for the duration of her reign.