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Port Wemyss

Portnahaven Beach

October 17, 2021 by ron

Portnahaven Village and Beach

The terraced houses of the small village of Portnahaven are built around a beautiful bay. At the top of the bay is Portnahaven Beach, you can't really miss it. Portnahaven Beach is often used by the locals and their kids to relax and play. It's also … [Read more...] about Portnahaven Beach

The Face in the Wave near Port Wemyss Islay

August 28, 2021 by ron

The Face in the Waves Islay Photo

Little did I know on the 11th of November 2014, when I was out taking pictures near Port Wemyss, that I was about to take one of my most remarkable pictures ever. The waves around Portnahaven and Port Wemyss were incredible the day before due to a … [Read more...] about The Face in the Wave near Port Wemyss Islay

Path of the Fisherman – Port Wemyss

August 26, 2021 by ron

Rainbow over Port Wemyss Islay

Portnahaven and Port Wemyss (pronounce port weems) in the south west of the Rhinns of Islay, are two of the most beautiful and picturesque villages on the island. As a first time visitor you might get the impression that it's only one village, … [Read more...] about Path of the Fisherman – Port Wemyss

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Seal Pup on the Rocks at Ardnave

Islay Wildlife

I'm not sure if there are places in Europe where wildlife is more abundant and as diverse as on Islay. Wherever you walk or drive, there is always something to be seen, and often something special … Read More... about Islay Wildlife

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Thomas Telford Churches on Islay

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