24 north ayrshire sannox to lochranza

■ Distance: 13 miles/21km ■Time: 5-6hours ■Grade: Moderate ...

■ Distance: 7¼ miles/11.8km ■Time: 3¾ hours ■ ...

Our walks is mon Alex Roddie 1 ...

■ Distance: 5½ miles/8.5km ■ Time: 6-7hours ■Grade: ...

From gnarly ridge traverses to relaxing strolls along silvery beaches, these island hikes lend themselves to the long days of Summer

Alastair MacDonald Jackson spent two years visiting as many of Scotland’s west coast islands as possible. Here he showcases some of the greatest wonders of the west – and offers practical advice on how to see them