Rowing the Isis II, Isle of Islay

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Picture of people rowing a skiff under the watchful eyes of their coachRowing is a popular sport on Islay with regular competitions between distilleries, villages and more. Here is a crew practicing in Port Ellen with the skiff Isis II.

 

Islay Beach Rugby Lassie Cup action

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Picture of a beach rugby game between two female teamsAn action shot from the Lassie Cup of the annual Islay Beach Rugby tournament. Taking place on the beach in Port Ellen with the background of the hills of the Oa and Carraig Fhada lighthouse.

 

Ardbeg vs Bruichladdich at Islay Beach Rugby

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Picture of two distillery teams playing at the Islay beach rugby tournamentMany of the distilleries have teams competing at the annual Islay beach rugby tournament (admittedly not all the players work for the distillery). Here the teams of Bruichladdich and Ardbeg play each other at a tournament a few years ago. In the background two other games take place.