How to get here

Information on travelling to Jura

JURA CAR FERRY

The Jura car ferry runs between Port Askaig on Islay and Feolin on Jura, taking less than 10 minutes. It is largely a turn up and go service, but some crossings must be booked in advance depending on the time and vehicle.

Jura Passenger Ferry

The Jura Passenger Ferry is the fastest and most direct route to Jura from the mainland, accommodates 12 passengers and the perfect way to visit if you don't need a set of wheels when you arrive.

Sail to Jura

Sailors looking to dock can take their pick from our sheltered bays, inlets, moorings or the harbour. Our 16 swinging moorings are suitable for up to 16 tonnes. £10/night. Pay at Jura Stores or Jura Hotel.

How to get around

Information on how to get around Jura

Public Transport Buses

Garelochhead Minibuses and Coaches run the local bus service on Jura. The no.456 service runs between Feolin and Lussa, stopping at Jura Gardens, Craighouse, Three Arch Bridge, Knockrome and Lagg along the way.

Jura Cycles

Getting around on two wheels is the perfect way to explore Jura and Gerry’s Cycles is here to help. If you’re looking to hire a bike then they have Ridgeback Meteor Cycles available in a variety of sizes. Alternatively, if you’re bringing your own b...

JURA BOAT TOURS

Jura Boat Tours offers bespoke RIB (rigid inflatable boat) tours to various areas of outstanding natural beauty (and an abundance of wildlife) around the island’s shores. The tours give you the opportunity to enjoy the Corryvreckan Whirlpool, raised...

ISLAY TAXIS

Islay Taxis are able to provide bookings for both short and long journeys, including providing mainland transfers. They’re even happy to collect you from Glasgow, Prestwick and Edinburgh Airports of anywhere on the British mainland.

Where to stay

Information on where to stay on Jura

Ardlussa Estate

Ardlussa Estate is one of the seven estates on Jura and now welcomes up to 10 guests for dinner, bed and breakfast (using home grown produce) or for self catering accommodation. They also offer fishing for salmon and sea trout and deer stalking.

  • B&B
  • Self-catering

Burnbank

Burnbank is a comfortable self-catering holiday cottage situated in a quiet position above the village of Craighouse. The cottage is dog-friendly and provides accommodation for four people.

  • Self Catering

Dunchraobhan Holiday Home

This beautiful stone house on the Isle of Jura is situated approximately 9 miles north of Craighouse. It makes an ideal destination for an active island holiday, offering opportunities for plenty of walks. Climb the Paps of Jura or enjoy the Evans w...

  • Self Catering

Feolin Farmhouse

Feolin Farmhouse is a large self-catering cottage offering the best of both worlds. It enjoys a stunning secluded location yet is still only 1 mile from Craighouse. With 4 comfortable bedrooms and 3 bath/shower rooms it is ideal for larger groups of...

  • Self Catering

Four Woodside

Only a short walk from the Jura Passenger Ferry, Four Woodside is also close to the island’s shop, hotel and distillery, making it an ideal base from which to explore the island. The self catering unit sleeps up to 6 people and comprises 2 double be...

  • Self Catering

Gealach Lan

Gealach Lan holiday cottage is located in a quiet setting close to the heart of Craighouse and is within a 500m stroll of the island's shop, hotel, pub and village hall. It sleeps 6 (+ cot) and has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

  • Self Catering

Heather Cottage

Heather Cottage is a 3 bedroom attached cottage that sleeps 5 people. Located in the hamlet of Inverlussa (17 miles from Craighouse) at the north end of the island, it sits beside a lovely sandy beach at the mouth of the River Lussa.

  • Self Catering

Heatheryknowe

Cosy self-catering accommodation located in Craighouse. With beautiful views over the Small Isles, it is ideal for a peaceful escape for two.

  • Self Catering

Holly House

Holly House is a self catering holiday home situated in Craighouse, located only a short walk from all of the village’s amenities. Holly House has recently been refurbished and sleeps up to 9 people. You can also enjoy Holly House’s large enclosed g...

  • Self Catering

Island View

Island View is a self catering, 3 bedroomed cottage, situated approximately a mile away from the hotel and shop at Craighouse. The house is ideal for a party of four but can comfortably accommodate up to six people with a king, twin and bunk bedroom...

  • Self Catering

The Jura Hotel

Offering stunning views across the water, The Jura Hotel is the perfect basecamp from which to explore Jura and experience the island’s warm hospitality. As well as being a mere stone’s throw from the distillery, the hotel is also home to the island...

  • Hotel

The Jura Hotel - Camping

Perhaps you're seeking the freedom of pitching a tent to get closer to nature and the glorious scenery of Jura? If so, then camping is the way to go. You can see the stars before bedtime and then wake up to birdsong.

  • Camping

Small Isles House

Small Isles House is a self-catering holiday cottage in the village of Craighouse, within easy walking distance of The Jura Hotel and Community Shop. The house offers 3 bedrooms, each with en-suite bathroom, large hall and dining room, well-equipped...

  • Self Catering

Sound of Jura

The Sound of Jura Studio also offers accommodation, sleeping 2 people. Bed & Breakfast (self service) is available or there is the option for guests to go self-catering using the kitchenette.

  • B&B
  • Self Catering

Torr na Faire & Tulach Ard

Torr na Faire and Tulach Ard are two purpose built cottages sitting side by side above Craighouse, yet only a few minutes’ walk from all the main amenities in the village. Commanding spectacular views of Small Isles Bay and beyond to the Knapdale pe...

  • Self Catering

Things to do

Information on things to do on Jura

Amy Finds

Amy is a socially engaged artist and maker on her home island of Jura, working predominantly with people and found objects in resourceful and environmentally conscious ways. Amy collaborates with members of the Jura community to deliver community pr...

  • Crafts
  • Jewellery

Camella Crafts

Camella Crafts offers locally made crafts, gifts, and souvenirs. They have a large selection of handmade items influenced by the colour, nature and materials of the island including clocks, cushions, candle holders made from whisky barrels, cards, c...

  • Crafts
  • Homewares

CRACKAIG TEXTILE STUDIO

Crackaig Textile Studio is where you can find Fiona MacDonald working on a wide range of products made using crochet, knitting and weaving. Hats, rugs, throws, cushions, headbands, bags and more are available to purchase.

  • Crafts
  • Clothing
  • Homewares

FIONACAM PHOTO GIFTS

Fiona Cameron is both an ecologist and photographer on the island. Her work captures the beauty of Jura’s Paps, bothies, otters, deer, flora and more! You can enjoy these too by purchasing some of the wildlife and landscape cards and prints that she...

  • Photography
  • Homewares

GiniBeanifairy

You can find Gini of GiniBeanifairy roaming around the Isle of Jura in her campervan-cum-craftshop, 'Bessie'. The business incorporates customisable clothing, jewellery, paintings and one-of-a-kind decorative hoops, all handmade using eco materials ...

  • Crafts
  • Jewellery
  • Clothing

JURA BOAT TOURS

Jura Boat Tours offers bespoke RIB (rigid inflatable boat) tours to various areas of outstanding natural beauty (and an abundance of wildlife) around the island’s shores. The tours give you the opportunity to enjoy the Corryvreckan Whirlpool, raised...

  • Tours
  • Boating
  • Wildlife

JURA CRAFT FAIR

Jura Craft Fair runs in the Village Hall on Jura and is the perfect place to pick up a gift made on the island. The Craft Fair is on every Wednesday in July and August (10.30 - 4.30pm) as well as on the day of Feis Ile (Jura Festival) and the Friday...

  • Crafts
  • Photography
  • Jewellery
  • Clothing
  • Homewares

JURA CYCLES

Getting around on two wheels is the perfect way to explore Jura and Gerry’s Cycles is here to help. If you’re looking to hire a bike then they have Ridgeback Meteor Cycles available in a variety of sizes. Alternatively, if you’re bringing your own b...

  • Cycling

JURA DISTILLERY

Explore the Isle of Jura’s only whisky distillery and see how whisky is made by the people in our tiny island community. We welcome visitors all year round, but please book in advance if you would like to to join a tour.

  • Distillery

JURA PARISH CHURCH

Jura Parish Church is not only a place where people come to worship on a Sunday (it is open to residents and visitors alike). Throughout the rest of the week, it is a popular destination for visitors due to it being home to a fantastic exhibition of...

  • Photography
  • Museum

Lussa Gin

Lussa Gin was founded by Alicia, Claire and Georgina at the north end of the Isle of Jura in 2015 and is named after the place in which it was created. They distill using 15 botanicals that they can grow or forage from the island using spring water ...

  • Distillery

SOUND OF JURA & XA MUSIC

Knockrome Old School on Lowlandmans Bay is home to both XA Music and Sound Of Jura. Owner Giles Perring uses the schoolroom studio for music production, live events and cross-media art. On Tuesday nights he hosts ‘Tunesnight’, an evening of social s...

  • Music
  • Entertainment

Therapy On The Go

Philippa McCallum offers a health and wellness service on Jura, providing massage, yoga and occupational therapy. Her services encompass a variety of individual massage treatments, 1:1 or 1:2 yoga classes as well as regular weekly group Yoga classes...

  • Wellness

THE WHISKY ISLAND GALLERY & STUDIO

This photographic gallery showcases the work of award-winning local photographer Konrad Borkowski. His beautiful studio offers views on to Small Isles Bay and the Paps of Jura. You can pick up a print there or join one of the photography classes. Yo...

  • Photography
  • Homewares

Events

Information on planning events on Jura

Islay & Jura Marquee Hire

Islay & Jura Marquees was set up by Scott & Nikki Muir after organising their own wedding in 2019. They identified a gap in the market for a marquee and event hire company on the islands of Islay and Jura. Nikki has an eye for detail and really en...

Jura Hall

Jura Hall is the community hall situated in Craighouse next to the shop. This is where all events take place on the island, from our Hogmanay ceilidh and Burns Supper, to regattas and craft fayres - there's something for everyone!