The big story in Tobermory on the day of our visit was that it was lifeboat day. Perhaps that was why the crew were pondering on a rather new design of craft.
Seriously there was to be a raft race with the lifeboat crew entering this contraption. I hope they didn’t need the real life boat to rescue them.
This is the eastern end of Tobermory Bay which is part of the Mull Sound.
This delectable fountain had been a gift to the Tobermory folk and the visitors. It has been there since 1883.
We climbed up to the high part of Tobermory. It was exceptionally steep but it gave a good view over the little jetty with the fishing boats and into the bay, beyond.
Here we have one of the opportunists of the bird world, the herring gull. I wonder if the occupant of this home feeds it, or whether it has noted possible food, there for the taking. Mind you, I don’t know that apples form much of the herring gull diet.
Back down on main street, we found evidence of the continuing popularity of Balamory. I see this puzzle is described as perfect, and we found something purrfect just outside.
Cats can have unfortunate expressions. In the picture below he looks angry but he was just asking for a bit more fuss.
It was lifeboat day and that gave us an opportunity to join the people walking all over the boats. It also gave another angle on the colourful Main Street.
Yes, I had said ‘lifeboats’ earlier for there was an older version on display as well.
Some yachters made their way home from a shopping trip. It always seems to me that amongst the disadvantages of yacht ownership and use, getting to and from the shore ranks high.
I guess washing the pants can be a bit of a gruelling task as well.
We took our turn as lifeboat inspectors.
With a final look back at Main Street, we made our way to the bus stop.
