33. Carsaig Beach

It’s getting into the evening now and I’ve enjoyed a long and arduous day on Iona and the beaches along the western Ross of Mull.  I am on my way back to the hotel but I decide to take a short detour to visit Carsaig Beach. Unlike the other beaches on this stretch of coast, the beach here is wide and rocky, with dark grey sand, scattered fossils and views across to Islay, Colonsay and Jura. But to be honest, it’s the drive to the beach that is notable about this visit. The three mile winding road though a forest and past a waterfall and an iconic red telephone box, is as pleasing as the lovely beach itself. A family is enjoying the evening and I think they are surprised to see me. I decide not to walk to the far side of the beach. This is a place that deserves some privacy. I’m knackered anyway.