Rinns of Islay, Protected peninsula in Argyll and Bute, Scotland
The Rinns of Islay extends along the western coast of Islay, featuring coastal cliffs, beaches, and extensive areas of moorland across its landscape.
The peninsula has supported human settlements for thousands of years, with evidence of ancient communities utilizing its natural resources for survival.
Local communities maintain traditional agricultural practices across the peninsula while preserving the natural environment for future generations.
Visitors can access walking trails throughout the peninsula, with the A847 road providing transportation along its eastern coastline near Port Charlotte.
The peninsula serves as a winter refuge for Greenland white-fronted geese and maintains a solar-powered lighthouse constructed in 1825.
Location: Argyll and Bute
GPS coordinates: 55.73950,-6.43872
Latest update: March 9, 2025 09:10
Kilnave Cross
14.8 km
Ballinaby standing stone
8.7 km
Rinns of Islay Lighthouse
8.7 km
Kilnave Chapel
14.8 km
Kilchoman Old Parish Church
4.7 km
Port Charlotte, Village Hall
3.7 km
St Ciaran’s Chapel
1.9 km
Port Charlotte Hotel, Port Charlotte, Islay
3.8 km
1–2 Port Wemyss
8.1 km
Portnahaven Church
7.8 km
Cultoon,stone circle 500m SW of
2.5 km
26–29 Shore Street, Port Charlotte
3.8 km
Port Charlotte, chambered cairn, 65m ESE of Port Mhor Centre, Islay
3.4 km
Kilchoman House
4.6 km
33–41 Main Street, Port Charlotte
3.7 km
St Kiaran’s Church
4.4 km
8-12 Shore Street, Port Charlotte
3.8 km
Ardnave House
16 km
Portnahaven School
7.7 km
Ardnave Steading
16 km
Gorton Schoolhouse
7 km
Islay, Craigens
12 km
Islay, Kilchiaran, Kilchiaran Farmhouse
2 km
Islay, Kilchiaran, Kilchiaran Steading
2 km
The Museum of Islay Life
3.8 km
Loch Indaal Lighthouse
4.2 km
Bruichladdich Distillery, Islay
5.7 km
Kilchoman Church, Cill Chomain Cross & tombstones
4.7 kmReviews
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