Back over the steep hill and down the other side, then along a narrow road to the southern tip of Seil where Cuan Ferry gives the impression of the only Hebridean island with a serious parking problem - cars seemed to be parked everywhere!
The wee ferry plies to and fro almost constantly, taking cars and passengers to the island of Luing (pronounced 'Ling'). On the way the views to Easdale and Mull beyond are very pretty.After we got off the ferry we cycled a short distance but, being aware of the time on this very long day, we soon returned and were back on Seil.
At least the wind was behind us now as we rejoined the mainland over that big daddy of all hump-back bridges. Fortunately the bomb squad hadn't been called to the panniers we had stashed away in the disused phone box, and then we were on our way to Oban and North Connel, six miles beyond. It was 7.30 pm when we arrived at tonight's lodgings, after cycling over 85 miles and doing over 5,000' ft of ascent. My eyelids are dropping now, and it's an early start for Coll in the morning so I'd better get to bed.
But before I do, I would just mention that we were given another few quid by members of the public today, once they'd learnt what we are doing this ride for. So if you haven't donated already, would you consider doing so? - there are lots of links on this blog to help you find the Just Giving page and also details of how to donate from your mobile phone. Thank you!
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