Considered one of Scotland’s last wildernesses with the population of around 200 out-numbered by over 5000 deer. From the peaceful village of Craighouse, the Jura Hotel has breathtaking views across the water and is metres from the world-famous Jura Distillery. If you’re looking to see more wildlife than you do people, Jura is for you. The magical Isle of Jura is famous for deer, whisky, wilderness and warm hospitality, and the Jura Hotel is the perfect basecamp from which to explore the island. Islay also has a unique sea faring heritage, and many fascinating archaeological sites from standing stones, forts and duns to Finlaggan, the headquarters of the Lord of the Isles. Take a tour at your most loved, or all nine to create a real unique experience you’ll never forget. The island’s main features are undoubtedly the single malt whisky distilleries, which are sought after the world over. Islay is famed for its friendly locals, smoky whiskies, overwintering geese and miles of sandy beaches. Home to a vast variety of birds and wildlife, big unblemished skies and, of course, world famous distilleries, these islands are surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean and will either have you relaxing with the peace and quiet, tapping your toes to traditional music or tantalizing your taste buds with quality local produce. The spectacular beaches and mesmerising wilderness of the Inner Hebridean islands of Islay and Jura will fill you with joy and enrich your life. The island’s distinctive peaks, the Paps of Jura, offer fantastic hillwalking and one thing you’re sure to see when you visit Jura is the wonderful wildlife, such as red deer and wild goats.
The deer population by contrast numbers between 6,000 and 7,000. Jura is the eighth largest Scottish island and yet only around 200 people live here. In contrast, the mountainous, wild and sparsely populated island of Jura has a rugged and remote appeal. Enjoy an outdoor adventure on Islay, with fantastic walking, cycling, golf, horse riding and kayaking on offer. Islay has a varied geology which in turn gives rise to a diverse range of natural habitats from moorland to peat bogs. There’s plenty for kids to do too, and Islay is a great place for an active family holiday in Scotland. Jura belongs to the Inner Hebrides, and sits off the west coast at Scotland between the mainland of Argyll and Islay, with Colonsay even further west.
With miles of sandy beaches, outstanding Scottish wildlife and a rich Highland heritage, there’s so much to see and do on Islay. Islay has a place in the heart of every whisky lover, but it’s not just the world-class distilleries that draw visitors to this beautiful, fertile and fascinating inner Hebridean island.
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