Claggain Bay and the Sound of Jura from the south, Isle of Islay

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Picture of a bay with a pebble beach looking out over the sound between two islands and the mainland
Claggain Bay and the Sound of Jura from the south, Isle of Islay

A view from near the southern end of Claggain Bay, looking north over the bay and the Sound of Jura. You can just see bit of Jura peeking out behind the Islay coast at Ardtalla. Also just visible on the right the Argyll mainland on the other side of the Sound of Jura.

White-fronted Goose calling in field above Loch Indaal, Isle of Islay

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Picture of a White-fronted Goose on a hillside calling out
White-fronted Goose calling in field above Loch Indaal, Isle of Islay

Spotted while exploring some of the smaller beaches at Loch Indaal between Port Charlotte and Bruichladdich: A White-fronted Goose calling loudly on a hillside in the bright April sunshine.

Pebble beach in Claggain Bay panorama, Isle of Islay

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Panoramic picture of a pebble beach in a wide bay
Pebble beach in Claggain Bay panorama, Isle of Islay

A panoramic view of the amazing pebble beach in Claggain Bay on a stunning April afternoon. The sun was right behind me, leading to my shadow being casted straight over the beach pointing out to sea.