Category Archives: Beaches

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Islay’s Carraig Fhada lighthouse with Kintyre in the background

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Islay’s Carraig Fhada lighthouse with Kintyre in the background

A view from Kilnaughton beach in November 2025, looking over to the famous Carraig Fhada lighthouse near Port Ellen. Kintyre with the Mull of Kintyre on the right in the background.

Sand erosion at the burn over Kilchoman beach, Isle of Islay

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Picture of a burn (stream) flowing over a beach, erosion visible on the bank
Sand erosion at the burn over Kilchoman beach, Isle of Islay

Out off Kilchoman beach in November 2025, standing next to Allt Gleann na Ceardaich as it runs over Kilchoman beach into Machir Bay. The southern bank shows some nice signs of erosion, not sure if from wind or water or both.

Dark clouds and bright sun over Kilchoman beach and Machir Bay, Isle of Islay

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Picture of a wide sandy beach in a wide bay under dark clouds with a bright sun breaking through the clouds
Dark clouds and bright sun over Kilchoman beach and Machir Bay, Isle of Islay

Dramatic clouds and bright sunlight on Kilchoman beach on a November morning.