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Singing Sands

Argyll and Bute, Scotland


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Facing across the bay to Port Ellen on the Isle of Islay..

Located on the Oa peninsula just behind the Carraig Fhada Lighthouse. Undeveloped, quiet and characterised by clean white sands and spectacular black volcanic rocks. There is no road access; the nearest parking is at nearby Kilnaughton Beach.

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Weather and tides for Thursday 28 March

Today
Chance of rain 93%
Max temp. 8°C
(feels like 4°C)
Wind 29mph
Max UV Index
Tonight
Chance of rain 49%
Min temp. 5°C
(feels like 3°C)
Wind 9mph

The tide at Singing Sands is currently rising. High tide will be at approximately 3:58 PM, and the next low tide will be at approximately 12:36 AM tomorrow.

Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low

Approximate sea surface temperature:   8.7°C  

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Things to do and see in the area

Islay Sea Adventures (1.3 miles)
Kayak Wild Islay (1.4 miles)
The Blue Letterbox (Port Ellen) (1.4 miles)
The Ardview Inn (1.4 miles)
Islay Cycles (1.6 miles)
Three Distilleries Pathway (1.7 miles)
Laphroaig Distillery (2.7 miles)
Lagavulin Distillery (3.7 miles)
Ardbeg Distillery (4.5 miles)
American Monument (4.9 miles)

All distances are approximate

Other beaches nearby

Location: Port Eilein (Port Ellen)

Location type: Rural

OS Grid: NR346440

Country: Scotland

Local Authority: Argyll and Bute

Nearest postcode: PA42 7AZ

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