Rhinns of Islay lighthouse behind rocks at Currie Sands

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Picture of a lighthouse in the distance seen through some rocks in the sea
Rhinns of Islay lighthouse behind rocks at Currie Sands

A view from the Currie Sands on the Rhinns of Islay, looking though some big rocks just off the beach towards Orsay with the Rhinns of Islay lighthouse.

Rocks and stones at Currie Sands, Isle of Islay

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Picture of a small beach next to a rocky rugged shore, some large stones on the beach
Rocks and stones at Currie Sands, Isle of Islay

A view from just above the Currie Sands, a rugged and rocky shore sloping down to the beach where stones and sand mix at the edge of the sandy beach. Eilean Mhic Coinnich in the middle distance, the Rhinns of Islay just visible in the distance on the left.

Currie Sands and the Rhinns of Islay lighthouse

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Picture of a small beach in a rocky cove, a lighthouse on a small island in the distance
Currie Sands and the Rhinns of Islay lighthouse

Currie Sands is one of the smallest beaches on Islay, but still very popular. While on the west coast it is protected from the Atlantic. There are nice views to the Rhinns of Islay lighthouse from the beach.