Thomas Telford was quite the Scottish engineer in his days. Thomas Telford is credited with the construction of in excess of 1,500 miles of roadway, over 400 bridges, many leading harbours and jetties, as well as the Menai Bridge and the Caledonian … [Read more...] about Thomas Telford Churches on Islay
History
Kilnave Cross and Chapel
The site of Kilnave Chapel and Cross is one of the most tranquil places on Islay. The site sits just above the shoreline and the views over the eastern part of Islay and over Loch Gruinart are simply amazing. Opposite the site is Killinallan Point … [Read more...] about Kilnave Cross and Chapel
Kildalton Cross and Chapel
Kildalton Cross and Chapel should be on everybody's list of things to do on Islay. Surprisingly enough you'll usually find yourself alone strolling through the chapel grounds. When you head for Kildalton from Port Ellen you slowly see the landscape … [Read more...] about Kildalton Cross and Chapel
Finlaggan – Home of the Lords of the Isles
Finlaggan was the home of the MacDonald chiefs for almost four hundred years, from the 12th to the 16th century. From Finlaggan, the Lords of the Isles ruled the Western part of Scotland from Kintyre to Lewis. They gained control from their Norse … [Read more...] about Finlaggan – Home of the Lords of the Isles
Dougie MacDougall – Islay in the OIden Days
Dougie MacDougall, who lived in Caol Ila, next to Port Askaig, was 20 years old when he inherited his father's position of Lighthouse Boatman. He served the Sound of Islay lights for 45 years until his retirement in 1977. Dougie was married to Lily … [Read more...] about Dougie MacDougall – Islay in the OIden Days