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Bringing the people
to Jura. Together.
The Jura Passenger Ferry is managed and operated by Nicol Mackinnon, Islay Sea Safaris.
The Jura Passenger Ferry - or Shannick - is a Stormforce 11, the flagship of Redbay Boats in Ireland that offer the best that RIBs can offer. The deep V hull offers maximum stability and comfort with seating for 12 passengers and 2 crew.
The hard top guarantees you’ll stay warm and dry with wrap around views letting you sit back and enjoy the ever changing views, wildlife and historical sites. This is a journey you will never forget.
Thanks also for the support from the Jura Development Trust, a community-run charity dedicated to improving the quality of life on Jura.
Find out more at www.juradevelopment.co.uk
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Service runs between 25th March until 28th September 2020.
Bikes and dogs travel free.
In the interests of safety, anyone who suffers from back or neck problems is advised not to travel with us. All passengers should arrive minimum 10 minutes before departure time.
Max 20k luggage allowance per person. If over the allowance, please call.
If you are traveling by car, please use the car park ACROSS from the Tayvallich Village Hall, at the far end of the village.
NO TUESDAY SAILINGS
Travel between Glasgow and Jura by bus and ferry in less than 4 hours.
If travelling by bus from Glasgow to Lochgilphead, it is advisable to pre-book your bus ticket. CLICK HERE for the bus service. For full details including bus connections from Tayvallich to Lochgilphead, Oban and Glasgow visit westcoastmotors.co.uk or call 01586 552319
Tayvallich
Spectacular Scenery
Situated at the head of Loch Sween, the idyllic village of Tayvallich is surrounded by spectacular scenery and is the perfect place for cycling and walking. The Tayvallich Inn is renowned for its seafood restaurant. Serving only the very best fresh produce Scotland has to offer, including locally caught, seasonal fish and shellfish.
The Tayvallich Shop
The Tayvallich Shop is open 9am to 6pm Monday to Saturday and 10am-5pm Sundays, closing for lunch 1-2pm each day. The shop stocks a huge range of fresh and frozen goods along with BBQ stuff, kids games, fishing gear, newspapers and a good range of wines and beers and, of course, whisky. Downstairs on the waterfront the Tayvallich Coffee Shop is open 9am til 5pm Monday to Saturday and 10am-5pm Sundays serving breakfasts, yummy cakes, scones, slices and meals all made on the premises.
Discover Jura
Discover the Isle of Jura - climb our famous paps, visit our distillery and sample our whisky, try our wild venison and enjoy our company. Jura, the island of deer and George Orwell’s hideout, is less than an hour away from the Scottish mainland by high-speed RIB.
Check out our pages on:
Wildlife /
Landscapes /
Jura Life /
Free Whisky /
Getting around /
Accommodation & food
For more info on all things Jura visit www.juradevelopment.co.uk.
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Events on Jura
Pick of the Season
Isle of Jura Fell Race - 23rd May 2020
Jura 10k - 18th July 2020
Ardlussa Sports - 25th July 2020
Jura Regatta - 2nd August 2020
Jura Music Festival
25th-27th September
www.juramusicfestival.com

Isle of Jura Fell Race - May
Covering 28km and 7 mountain sumits (including the Paps) the Fell Race is one of the toughest challenges in British hill racing.
Photograph by Kenneth Cameron

Jura 10K and half marathon - July
Competitors set off from Jura Hall, racing to Corran Sands and back. While not quite as daunting as the Fell Race, the Jura 10K still boasts fantastic scenery along the shore side route. Join the competitors, Diùrachs and visitors, for an afternoon BBQ at the village hall.
Photograph by Kenneth Cameron

Ardlussa Sports - July
The annual sports day includes the tug o’ war, the hammer throw and the tattie and spoon race - there’s fun to be had for adults and kids alike. If you’d rather not work up a sweat then why not take advantage of the food and drink on offer and join us for a ceilidh in the Jura Hall at night.

Jura Regatta - August
With events ranging from the more traditional open water swim and sailing to the raft race, which sees competitors in fancy dress build their own vessels, there's something for everyone. Will you take the plunge?
Photograph by Kenneth Cameron

Jura Music festival
Now in its 24th year, The Isle of Jura Musical Festival is a well-established favourite for lovers of the traditional music scene.
Photograph by Kenneth Cameron