Oystercatchers opposite Laggan Point, Isle of Islay

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Picture of several Oystercatchers flying above the sea, a headland in the background
Oystercatchers opposite Laggan Point, Isle of Islay

Seen from somewhere near Port Bàn on the Rhinns of Islay, several Oystercatchers in flight with Laggan Point and the Oa in the background.

Port Bàn beaches and Lochindaal lighthouse, Isle of Islay

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Picture of a sea loch coastline with rocky sections and sandy beaches, a small lighthouse in the distance
Port Bàn beaches and Lochindaal lighthouse, Isle of Islay

A view from the Loch Indaal walk coastal path on a beautiful sunny April day. Two of the small sandy beaches at Port Bàn in the foreground, the Lochindaal lighthouse in the background.

Sandy beach at Port Bàn, Isle of Islay

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Picture of a small sandy beach with stones at the end at a sea loch
Sandy beach at Port Bàn, Isle of Islay

A smaller lesser known beach at Loch Indaal, but a very nice beach. One of the beaches at Port Bàn between Bruichladdich and Port Charlotte. Visited in April 2026