On 26th April the residents of Jura gathered to celebrate the opening of the newly refurbished Jura Community Shop. Carol Wright, whose Grandfather John McKechnie started the first Jura Stores, cut the ribbon of the Community shop and gave a fascinating account of the shop’s history. Carol said, “... it is hoped that the enterprise which my Grandfather began over 130 years ago … [Read more...] about Jura Community Shop Open for Business
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Grahame Petit Preparing Jura Venison
In May I wrote about the opening of the Antlers restaurant on Jura. The restaurant, located in Craighouse next to the Jura Distillery, is run by Grahame Petit and Steve Prust. Much to my surprise Grahame's daughter Becky added a wee comment to that blog post and she wrote that she liked the food because it is her dads business. Over the last years I have met Grahame a couple of … [Read more...] about Grahame Petit Preparing Jura Venison
Antlers Bistro opens on Jura
New Community Facility for the Isle of Jura Easter weekend saw the opening of the newly renovated Antlers Bistro – Restaurant, Heritage and Craft Centre in Craighouse on Jura. The building was purchased in 2002 on behalf of the community of Jura by the Jura Development Trust using grant funding from the Scottish Land Fund and work has been on going since that time to secure … [Read more...] about Antlers Bistro opens on Jura
The Antlers – Bistro Restaurant Craighouse Jura
Update January 2016 Sharon Hoverty is now running the Antlers and will reopen March 2017. The Antlers Opening times are: Monday to Sunday 10:00am to 4.00pm. Open for coffee, tea, breakfast, lunch and delicious cakes. Evening Meals: Friday 6.30pm – 8.30pm - booking essential. Takeaway available Wednesday from 6.30pm – 7.30pm Bookings taken for other evenings (minimum 8 … [Read more...] about The Antlers – Bistro Restaurant Craighouse Jura