Lussa Bay

Bay in Argyllshire

Scotland

Lussa Bay

From Croc na h-Iolaire East coast of Jura. — From Croc na h-Iolaire Credit: Andrew Spenceley

Lussa Bay is a picturesque bay located in Argyllshire, on the west coast of Scotland. The bay is surrounded by stunning natural beauty, with rugged cliffs, rolling hills, and crystal-clear waters. The bay is known for its tranquil atmosphere and remote location, making it a popular destination for those seeking a peaceful and secluded getaway.

The bay is home to a variety of wildlife, including seals, otters, and a wide range of bird species. The surrounding waters are also teeming with marine life, making it a popular spot for fishing and wildlife watching.

Lussa Bay is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, with opportunities for hiking, birdwatching, and kayaking. The bay is also a great spot for beachcombing, with miles of sandy shores to explore.

Overall, Lussa Bay is a hidden gem on the Argyllshire coast, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the beauty of Scotland's natural landscape. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, Lussa Bay has something to offer for everyone.

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Lussa Bay Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.013955/-5.7857984 or Grid Reference NR6486. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

From Croc na h-Iolaire

East coast of Jura.

Andrew Spenceley

Inverlussa: a boat moored on the bridge

A small boat is moored from the railings of the bridge which carries the road to the few houses in the hamlet. The Lussa River nears its journey's end just behind us as it enters the sea at Lussa Bay.

Chris Downer

Inverlussa: the village from across the Lussa River

Looking towards the heart of Inverlussa - really just a handful of houses - across the Lussa River as it reaches Lussa Bay and thus the end of its journey. It is a rather low tide so one can happily meander across the sand of the bay.

Chris Downer

Inverlussa: towards the phone box from across the river

A view across the Lussa River at Inverlussa. Opposite is a red telephone box, suggesting that the adjacent house was once the post office. This supposition is confirmed by a local, although it was not the final location of the post office. Inverlussa Post Office was opened on 1 July 1947 (at the time - it seems impossible to believe nowadays - this was the third post office on Jura) at the pictured premises, and the telephone box is thus alongside. The post office subsequently moved to one of the terraced houses out of shot to the right; it closed on 1 October 1984.

Chris Downer

Inverlussa: postbox № PA60 1 and telephone box

One of the remotest places from which to communicate, either telephonically or postally, this is the northernmost postbox on the island of Jura. It stands outside the cottages of which one was the post office before it closed in 1984 (see NR6486 : Inverlussa: towards the phone box from across the river for more discussion). The collection times of the six postboxes on the island get gradually later as one travels north, so this one has the latest time - 4pm on weekdays. However, as explained by the asterisks on the information plate, it has already missed the boat by then so items are not dispatched until the next working day.

Chris Downer

Inverlussa: two deer cross the road

These two deer were in the trees on the left and presumably were unsettled by the sound of my car - luckily I had seen them from the previous corner and half expected them to dash off.

Chris Downer