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Seals, sand and sea shells

My cousin and I walked to the beaches of Ardskenish at lunchtime today. It offered the usual delicious cocktail of sand, waves, seashells, seals, fresh air and the desire to be nowhere else.
Here is the reason the beaches are so free from plastic and other rubbish.  The dedication and energy of the locals, keeping their island's principal asset clean and beautiful.
A couple of oyster catchers leaving their footprints in the sand.
And back to the car, across Colonsay's golf course!
We go home tomorrow.  The day has arrived all too soon.  But good news!  The plan is to come back again in October for the island's food and drink festival.  Can't wait.

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  1. Sally25 April 2018 at 12:30

    Just so beautiful! It’s so remote and peaceful xx

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