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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 Saturday 21 December

Today
Chance of rain 70%
Max temp. 9°C
(feels like 3°C)
Wind 34mph
Max UV Index
Tonight
Chance of rain 65%
Min temp. 2°C
(feels like -4°C)
Wind 34mph

The tide at Singing Sands is currently falling. Low tide will be at approximately 1:16 AM tomorrow, and the next high tide will be at approximately 7:23 AM tomorrow.

Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low

Approximate sea surface temperature:   10.9°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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Visitor information for Singing Sands, Argyll and Bute, Scotland. Weather, tides, visitor comments, beach facilities, photos, nearest postcode, beach information and nearby accommodation.

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