Most of the oil used on Islay is delivered by tanker to Bruichladdich, where it is pumped into the large Gleaner tanks before being distributed on the island. Here the Whitchampion is tied up at Bruichladdich pier discharging its load.
A view from a walk around the Oa in the south of Islay. We are at the far south of the Oa, looking north east towards Laphroaig (on the left) and Texa (on the right). The mainland just visible in the haze in the far distance.
An 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.