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We made first landfall at the south end of Culzean estate.
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The low December sun cast shadows behind each ripple in the sand. In summer this popular beach would be covered in footprints.
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In the distance Ailsa Craig floated on the calm waters of the Firth of Clyde.
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We were soon paddling north under the walls of Culzean Castle. This is a great piece of coastline and one we visit regularly. It was in fact my first ever sea kayaking trip!
06/12/2008