Tag Archives: Saligo

Dramatic cliffs in the north west of Islay

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Picture of three steep jagged cliffs on a rugged coastline
Dramatic cliffs in the north west of Islay

There are some dramatic cliffs along the coast between Saligo and Sanaigmore, these three near Smaull probably the best known, as they are easily visible from Saligo Bay. Depending on who you ask the name might vary.

Rugged north west on a June evening, Isle of Islay

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Picture of a rugged coastline with cliffs, inlets, rocks and grassy hills
Rugged north west on a June evening, Isle of Islay

One of my favourite parts of Islay, the north west coast between Saligo and Sanaigmore, especially in the beautiful mild June evening light.

Incoming wave in Saligo Bay (and an old mine/buoy), Isle of Islay

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Picture of a wave rolling in on a sandy beach. An old mine/buoy in the sand between some rocks.
Incoming wave in Saligo Bay (and an old mine/buoy), Isle of Islay

A bright afternoon in Saligo Bay on the west coast of Islay. A wave rolling in with the incoming tide. In the foreground an old rusty mine/buoy is half buried in the sand.