Welcome to the Isle of Jura
The Isle of Jura is one of Scotland’s last wildernesses. A little over 200 people are outnumbered by more than 5,000 deer on this stunning Scottish island.
Welcome to the Isle of Jura
Your official guide to the Isle of Jura. isleofjura.scot is the island’s tourism platform, managed by our local team to bring you accurate, up-to-date information on accommodation, experiences, and island life. Find the latest news and events on our Blog and a full comprehensive list of October’s What’s On pages.
One of Britain’s last great wildernesses, Jura is a hidden gem in Scotland’s Inner Hebrides. Discover rugged coastlines, world-famous whisky, and vast wild landscapes on this island of adventure and tranquility.
Deer Island
With over 5,000 red deer and just 200 residents, nature reigns supreme on Jura. The island’s name comes from the Norse “Diúra” – Island of the Deer.
Hike the legendary Paps of Jura, three dramatic quartzite peaks dominating the skyline. Walk pristine coastlines where seals bask and otters play. Spot sea eagles, peregrine falcons, and ospreys overhead, or watch for dolphins and minke whales offshore.
Discover Jura
Jura is famous for George Orwell’s 1984 (written at Barnhill), the Corryvreckan whirlpool (the world’s third largest), the KLF’s million-pound bonfire, and its exceptional single malt whisky. But there’s much more to explore – see our Things To Do page for Iron Age forts, ancient burial grounds, and standing stones.
Visit Jura Distillery to taste the island’s signature smooth malts. Discover two more distilleries: award-winning Lussa Gin at Ardlussa, where botanicals are grown and foraged on-site, and Deer Island Rum in Craighouse – both offer tours and tastings.
From wildlife watching to wild swimming, beach yoga to boat trips around the Corryvreckan, or ceilidhs at the Music Festival, Jura offers something for every traveller. Time slows down here, and reconnecting with nature happens effortlessly.
George Orwell called his retreat “un-get-at-able” – that magical remoteness persists today, though getting here is now much easier. See our travel page for options.
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Photographs: Martin Beastall, Campbell Lindsay, Pi Davidson, Ron Steenvoorden. Please request permission before reproducing.
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