Beautiful beach on the North West of Islay with white sand.
The car can be parked next to the Exmouth Memorial Cairn at Sanaigmore road end. The cairn was erected in memory of the 241 victims of the Exmouth disaster. From here a little walk over grass-lands brings you to this lovely bay, watch out though for the Bulls.
Since the bay faces north it can be more sheltered compared to the other bays, due to Islay's prevailing southwesterly winds.
You can get coffee at Outback Art Gallery on weekends
Travel Directions to Sanaigmore Bay Beach
Off B8018. Park beyond Cairn.
Nearby Castles
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Dun Athad
Originally an Iron Age Dun, now ruined. Also called Dunaidh Castle. Much ruined, but amazing location.
Nearby Visitor Attractions
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Saligo Beach on Islay
Many people's favourite beach on Islay and often dramatic seas which make wonderful in any weather. Walk across dunes to access
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Islay Woollen Mill
Super interesting old mill with lovely cloth and clothes at excellent prices. The real draw are the unique machines including the only extant version of a Spuffing Billy and working version of the legendary Spinning Jenny
Nearby Ancient Monuments
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American Monument - Mull of Oa
Cliff top monument on Mull of Oa in SW Islay commemorating loss of life from 2 ship sinkings in 1918. Walkable