Category Archives: Jura Excursion

A picture from an excursion to Islay’s neighbour Jura

Sunset behind the silhouette of the Paps of Jura

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Picture of a sunset behind the silhouette of several mountains
Sunset behind the silhouette of the Paps of Jura

Seen from Ardfernal Hill (Cnocan Soilleir, 85m) on the east coast of Jura, a June sunset behind the Paps of Jura (and Corra Bheinn on the right).

Puffer at Craighouse pier, Isle of Jura

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Picture of a puffer tied up at a small pier in a remote loch
Puffer at Craighouse pier, Isle of Jura

Once a frequent visitor to Islay and Jura, now the only ones remaining are used as cruise ships or are being lovingly restored by enthusiasts. Here a puffer is visiting Craighouse on Jura on a beautiful June afternoon. The Paps of Jura visible in the background towards the left of centre.

Barnhill from the water, Isle of Jura

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Picture of Barnhill on Jura where George Orwell wrote 1984 seen from the water
Barnhill from the water, Isle of Jura

Probably the most famous house on Jura, Barnhill, where George Orwell wrote his famous book 1984. Here seen from the water during a boat trip to the Corryvreckan (where Orwell and his son got into serious trouble once).