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The Long Road to Barnhill and Corryvreckan

October 20, 2012 by Ron 2 Comments

The average day tripper to the Isle of Jura will probably never make it much further then Craighouse, Lagg or Tarbert and why should they with so much stunning scenery to be enjoyed. There are some however that go as far as Lussagiven or Ardlussa over the "Long Road" but when the first gate appears just beyond Ardlussa people consider this the end of the road and head back. … [Read more...] about The Long Road to Barnhill and Corryvreckan

A New Golf Course on Jura

September 9, 2012 by Ron 2 Comments

When Greg Coffey, 41 and worth nearly half a billion pounds, bought the Ardfin Estate on Jura he closed the popular Jura House Walled Garden and sealed off the entrance by closing the gap in the wall. Later the welcome sign ended up on a fire at bonfire night. Many regular visitors of the island were left disappointed and some were downright angry about the closure. That's all … [Read more...] about A New Golf Course on Jura

Jura Passenger Ferry returns for full summer service

April 17, 2012 by Ron Leave a Comment

The Jura Passenger Ferry started its summer timetable on Thursday 5 April 2012. The service runs between Craighouse on the Isle of Jura and Tayvallich on the west coast of mainland Argyll. Transport Scotland and Argyll and Bute Council are funding the service following a surge of public support for the Ferry when full funding wasn't available last year. The Ferry runs every day … [Read more...] about Jura Passenger Ferry returns for full summer service

The Sad Story of Jura House Garden

February 22, 2012 by Ron 14 Comments

I think a word of warning is necessary before you read this article because it's not going to leave you any happier, in fact I think when you're done reading you are probably just as upset as I am. Why, you might wonder? What can be so terrible on this Jura Blog to upset you. After all, the Island is a wee bit of heaven, its inhabitants are friendly, the landscape is … [Read more...] about The Sad Story of Jura House Garden

Ardlussa House Garden Weekend Openings

June 15, 2011 by Ron Leave a Comment

Ardlussa House at the north end of the Isle of Jura will be opening its garden and woodland walks for a couple of weekends in June to raise money for Small Isles Primary School on Jura.Last weekend the garden was open for the first time and it will be open again on Saturday 25th & Sunday 26th June from 1-4pm. The house has just over an acre of walled garden cultivated by … [Read more...] about Ardlussa House Garden Weekend Openings

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