Ferry in the October evening light, Isle of Islay

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Picture of a ferry moored at a pier against a low evening sunA view across Loch Leòdamais towards the Oa on an October evening on Islay. The Islay ferry MV Isle of Arran is waiting at the pier for the next crossing to Kennacraig.

Port Ellen lighthouse on a cloudy day, Isle of Islay

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Picture of a square lighthouse taken from a passing ferryA view of the lighthouse at Carraig Fhada seen from the Islay ferry turning to Port Ellen.

Port Ellen harbour on a rainy day, Isle of Islay

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Picture of a small harbour with fishing boatsA view of Islay’s main harbour in Port Ellen on a grey and damp day. Several fishing boats are waiting for their next outing at the pier. On the right a former lifeboat which was based on Islay for a while (it has since been sold and moved south to England)