Lock on the Crinan Canal in the evening light (Journey to/from Islay)

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Picture of an old canal lock in a small canal, water flowing over the gate
Lock on the Crinan Canal in the evening light (Journey to/from Islay)

One of the locks on the Crinan Canal in Argyll, water flowing over the gates. Somewhere in the Dunardry area I think. A great stop on a journey to/from Islay, always something to see somewhere.

Duck and Ducklings on the Crinan Canal (Journey to/from Islay)

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Picture of a Mallard Duck with five Ducklings on a canal
Duck and Ducklings on the Crinan Canal (Journey to/from Islay)

The Crinan Canal is a nice stop during any journey to/from Islay, even if it’s only to watch a Mallard Duck and its five Ducklings.

Gigha beach and a view of Cara Island

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Picture of a low level view of a beach with stones, rocks and seaweed. A small island in the distance
Gigha beach and a view of Cara Island

A view from the beach at Port na Carraigh at the southern end of Islay’s neighbour Gigha. I don’t know if the burn running across the beach has a name (nothing on the OS map). Lots of stones, rocks and even boulders around, as well as seaweed and more. In the distance you can also spot Cara Island.