Beach
Machir Bay
Kilchoman, Scotland
A huge west-coast beach below the dunes, with big Atlantic surf.
- Cost
- Free
- Booking
- No need to book
- Time to allow
- 60 min
Machir Bay is a wide sweep of sand on Islay's wild Atlantic coast, a few minutes from Kilchoman distillery. It is a good spot for big skies and storm-watching, and the surf is powerful. Swim with caution because of strong currents.
Good to know
- Strong currents, take care in the water
- Combine with Kilchoman farm distillery
- Best time
- Late afternoon, or windy days for drama
- Open
- All year
- Getting there
- Sealed road, car park near the beach
- Vehicles
- Campervans fine
The location is approximate. Check the official website before you go.
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