What a shock we had when we drove along the road to Easdale, this is a gem of a place that we had overlooked in our travels up and down the West Coast. It is so tranquil and beautiful, and a must for any tourist. We also took a boat trip through the Gulf of Corryvreckan, an awesome experience from Balvicar with Sealife Adventures hence the images from the water. If you want adventure and take in this wonderful coastland then this is a must.
Easdale and its surrounding area is steeped in history. The area was the centre of Scotland's Slate Industry and any visit would not be complete without a visit to The Scottish Slate Islands Heritage Centre . It gives a wonderful insight into Easdale as it was. There are models and displays to interest young and old. The Centre staff are volunteers with a great interest in the area. The Slate Islands Heritage Trust have recently ‘rescued' and renovated the old pier crane that now stands proudly in Easdale Square. The crane is surrounded by natural stone flower boxes and seating built by George Doyle, a local craftsman and author. The Heritage Centre has close links with Easdale Folk Museum on Easdale Island , a 3 min ferry journey away. The Folk Museum, under the guidance of Jean Baker was, in past years, voted Scotland's Best Small Museum and won other awards in the process.
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The beautiful village of Easdale
Calm waters
The slate workers cottages and the harbour
Picturesque and tranquil village
Easdale from a distance
Balvicar Bay
Treachorous waters on the Firth of Lorne
Whirlpools on Loch Melfort
The Cuan Ferry
A small island on Loch Melfort but notice the height of the water from one side to the other.
