
Normally it’s moored at the other end of Port Askaig, below the old station, but on this sunny June afternoon the Islay lifeboat was tied up at the main pier.

Normally it’s moored at the other end of Port Askaig, below the old station, but on this sunny June afternoon the Islay lifeboat was tied up at the main pier.

Seen from Ardfernal Hill (Cnocan Soilleir, 85m) on the east coast of Jura, a June sunset behind the Paps of Jura (and Corra Bheinn on the right).

Once a frequent visitor to Islay and Jura, now the only ones remaining are used as cruise ships or are being lovingly restored by enthusiasts. Here a puffer is visiting Craighouse on Jura on a beautiful June afternoon. The Paps of Jura visible in the background towards the left of centre.