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

■ Distance: 8¼ miles/13.2km ■ Time: 4 hours ...

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■ Distance: 7½ miles/12.1km ■ Time: 3 hours ■ Grade: Moderate

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