Holiday Home on Islay

Holiday Home on Islay A traditional self-catering accommodation situated in the village of Port Ellen. The perfect base to

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The Singing Sands is a hidden gem on the picturesque Isle of Islay in Scotland. Take a scenic drive from the charming village of Port Ellen, winding up the rugged Oa hills. Just past the tranquil Kilnaughton graveyard, turn left and park near the cemetery. Follow the meandering path along Kilnaughton Bay's shoreline, keeping an eye out for playful otters, basking seals, and colourful eider ducks. Continue towards the distant lighthouse, then turn right onto a trail leading up the hill to the fabled Singing Sands. Explore the tranquil beach where the sands are said to sing beneath your feet. Before leaving, visit the beautiful lighthouse, a memorial commissioned in 1832 to honour Lady Ellenor Campbell. As you watch the ferries glide into Port Ellen Harbour, you'll see why the Singing Sands are a true wonder.

Would you like to learn more? Visit Islay Info today to plan your extraordinary adventure.

Use Islay Info to browse local live accommodation availability – allowing you to find the perfect property without any hassle. https://www.islayinfo.com/stay

28/04/2025

Discover the artist within while you holiday on Islay - and take home a unique memory of your stay.

If you love the amazing Islay scenery and are inspired by the incredible wildlife of this beautiful island, why not create your own unique souvenir and learn some new skills by joining local artist Dietmar Finger for an art workshop at Loch Gruinart nature reserve?

He will guide you through your own sketch at a location around the reserve or in the visitor centre, depending on the weather. Workshops are already planned for Thursdays in May and June including May 15, 22 and 28 and June 5 and 12. July and August dates to be announced.

Workshops cost £35 per person with tuition and all materials included. Booking essential and under 16s must be accompanied. To book and for further information please email [email protected] or text to 073 9123 4749.

27/04/2025

Clip of the week ☀️😉

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Treat yourself to the perfect pairing of a delicious slice of cake and a comforting hot drink. Whether you're enjoying it solo or sharing with friends, our delightful selection is sure to warm your heart and satisfy your sweet tooth. 🍰☕

27/04/2025

We are super excited to bring you another author announcement this bank holiday Monday morning 👀

Introducing…

⭐️ Jen Stout ⭐️

Jen Stout is an award-winning journalist and author from Shetland. Her debut non-fiction book Night Train to Odesa (2024, Polygon) was named best first book by the Saltire Society and is longlisted for the Highland Book Prize. It was a BBC Radio 4 Book of the Week.

Jen has lived in Moscow and Leipzig, and has worked all over Ukraine covering the impact of Russia’s war on ordinary people. Her reporting there was shortlisted for prizes by Amnesty International, the Foreign Press Association, and the Scottish Press Awards; in 2023 she won a Travelling Scholarship from the Society of Authors. She writes most often for the Sunday Post, Prospect magazine, and the London Review of Books.

Before going freelance Jen was a local newspaper reporter, and a BBC radio and TV journalist. She lives in Edinburgh.

https://www.islaybookfestival.co.uk

14/04/2025

Planning a wee trip round to Singing Sands tomorrow (Tuesday 15th April) to tackle what I saw 3 weeks ago. Happy for anyone to join me. Bags can be provided.

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