Tobermory, gateway to new cruising grounds

After a leisurely start we left the Loch Aline pontoons with a promise to return to this delightful spot. Sails were raised and we had a fine beat up the Sound for about three hours, then, as time was marching on, we motored the last section into Tobermory. This turned out to be a good move, as there were only a few spaces left on the pontoons.

Heading up the Sound of Mull towards Tobermory

The 'Classic' view of the village, with the brightly painted buildings on the sea front.

Toberymory pontoons with the village in the background

It soon became apparent that a Little Ships Club regatta was in town, and this provided some entertainment as the members were piped ashore for their evening gathering.

Members of the 'Little Ships Club' being piped ashore.

After supper we went for a walk through the village, and out towards the headland beyond, this afforded good views back towards the pontoons.

The pontoons and facilities building from the far side of the village.

After one night in Tobermory we decided to head out towards Ardnamurchan point ( the most Westerly point of mainland UK ) and then Southwest to Loch Arinagour on Coll.