Autumn view at Ardkinglas Gardens (Route to/from Islay)

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Picture of a garden with tall trees in autumn colours
Autumn view at Ardkinglas Gardens (Route to/from Islay)

One of my favourite stops on the journey to/from Islay, the beautiful Ardkinglas Gardens. Especially during autumn with its amazing colours there are some amazing sights to be had.

Rocks and cliffs near Port Ellen, Isle of Islay

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Picture of some coastal rocks and cliffs
Rocks and cliffs near Port Ellen, Isle of Islay

A view from a departing Islay ferry on an October afternoon leaving Port Ellen. Various rocks and cliffs in the water, I believe Texa in the middle distance on the right.

White-Fronted Geese near Saligo, Isle of Islay

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Picture of Greenland White-Fronted Geese in a field
White-Fronted Geese near Saligo, Isle of Islay

Less well known than the Barnacle Geese, but also a significant number of winter visitors to Islay, the Greenland White-Fronted Geese, seen here in a field near Saligo.