Singing Sands (Tràigh Bhàn)
Tràigh Bhàn
A secluded white-sand bay near Port Ellen where walking on the dry sand makes a 'singing' sound.
Singing Sands lies beside Carraig Fhada Lighthouse, about 1.5 km south of Port Ellen. Its fine white sand squeaks underfoot, which gives the beach its name. A coastal path along Kilnaughton Bay takes about 30 minutes to walk, passing an old graveyard and the lighthouse. It is a favourite stroll for Port Ellen residents. It is quiet and rarely crowded, making it a good place to stretch your legs before a ferry.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Port Ellen Distillery
- Laphroaig Distillery
- Lagavulin Distillery
- Dunyvaig Castle
- Ardbeg Distillery
- The Oa & American Monument
- Kilarrow Parish Church (Round Church)
- Bowmore Distillery