Small harbours like this abound right down the West coast of Ireland. The Atlantic has a big tidal range. Over the course of the 12 hour cycle you can see picturesque scenes like the beached boats in these photos alternating with ones of boats fully afloat and ready to go to sea.

Boats and Castle - click to enlarge any of the photographs.

Old boat new boat.

Lots of mud around.

Dry Dock on the Pier.

Photos taken in the West of Ireland September 2000

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