Monthly Archives: June 2014

On the way home, Isle of Islay

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Picture of a car driving on a single track road in the evening lightAn evening on Islay on the road out to Kilchoman.

 

Peaty burn at the south of Machir Bay, Isle of Islay

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Picture of a small burn with slightly peaty brown water running over a beach

A scene from the southern end of Machir Bay, after rain over night a burn running down from the hills is flowing into the sea. While not as strong as in some other places on Islay you can detect a peaty brown hue in the water, as some of the peat is washed down from the hills.

Islay Beach Rugby Lassie Cup action

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Picture of a beach rugby game between two female teamsAn action shot from the Lassie Cup of the annual Islay Beach Rugby tournament. Taking place on the beach in Port Ellen with the background of the hills of the Oa and Carraig Fhada lighthouse.