ISLAY ABATTOIR is a very small plant built in 2008 to handle a very low throughput of three species - cattle, sheep and pigs. Its very special feature is the Highland cattle stun pen, designed to accommodate cattle with horns or without.
 Islay Abattoir under construction... ...small but perfectly formed |
 Islay Abattoir from the air: The local building contractor can still be seen on site |
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 Islay Abattoir in its island context From higher up, the main haulage route can be seen passing nearby |
 Islay Abattoir as the customer sees it More or less - the trees have grown a bit now, and there is a proper bolt on the gate |
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 The Highland stun pen This was specially designed to accommodate horned cattle; for those without, the 'wings' could be returned to an upright position |
 The stun pen from the inside Still undergoing installation, but the wings can clearly be seen |
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