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Swan’s pool panorama, Isle of Islay

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Panoramic picture of a small natural harbour sheltered by rock formations, a few small boats moored in the pool
Swan’s pool panorama, Isle of Islay

A slightly hidden gem on Islay, Swan’s pool behind the Ard in Port Ellen. A beautiful sheltered small natural harbour protected by rock formations just off the entrance.

MV Isle of Arran leaving Port Ellen on a June morning, Isle of Islay

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Picture of the CALMAC ferry MV Isle of Arran cruising on a calm sea behind some low rocks
MV Isle of Arran leaving Port Ellen on a June morning, Isle of Islay

A June morning in Port Ellen, the MV Isle of Arran has just departed for the early morning crossing to Kennacraig on the Scottish mainland. Here we catch a last glimpse of her passing the small rocky islands off Port Ellen.

Carraig Fhada lighthouse and houses on a stormy November day, Isle of Islay

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Picture of a square lighthouse and a few adjacent houses on a stormy but sunny November day
Carraig Fhada lighthouse and houses on a stormy November day, Isle of Islay

A view from the only ferry that left Islay during a stormy November weekend with storm Bert. Looking back at Carraig Fhada lighthouse with the cottages next to (and above) it. Waves breaking over the rocks around the lighthouse.