I Went To Scotland’s Wild Island

I went to Scotland’s wild island. The Isle of Jura is a remote gem in Scotland's Southern Hebrides. Situated on the west coast near Islay, it's the eighth-largest island in Scotland, yet it's sparsely inhabited. Around 200 people share this untamed space with a staggering population of 6000 deer, creating a unique blend of untouched nature and wildlife.

The Isle of Jura is known for a few key things: the Jura whisky distillery, deer stalking, trout fishing, and, of course, its stunning landscapes. Up north, you'll find the treacherous coryvrekkan whirlpools and Barnhill, the former residence of George Orwell where he penned "1984."

In this video, I take you along on my journey to the Isle of Jura. Together with my campervan Ernie, we explore this rugged island, giving you a glimpse of its wild beauty and simple charm.

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If we haven't met before... Hi, I'm Ruth 👋 and I recently bought a campervan to travel my home country of Scotland after living overseas for 12 years. I’ve hardly seen anything or been anywhere in Scotland and now is the time to change that!

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[KingJellyfishII]

Interesting to see an outside perspective of Jura. I am one of the people who runs tea on the beach, glad you enjoyed the chocolate cake! That's my speciality.
Edit: oh, I remember meeting you on the road to Barnhill now, what a surprise to stumble upon this!

[DMBall]

As a big Orwell fan, I'm grateful to Ms. Aisling for taking her viewers to the author's writing refuge for a look.

[DeqzNW]

love the videos, think this may be the 1 and only channel i dont skip the sponsored segment. ENjoying all your whisky videos, cheers from Inverness!

[neilmchardy]

In 1972 I spent a week on Jura specifically to walk the Paps, at the time there were thousands of adders everywhere went. We were allowed to pitch our tents in the new graveyard at Kells which is a tiny settlement about a mile north of the pub. Sadly the pub was owned by a cockney woman who adhered to the then strict licensing laws in Scotland which meant pubs shut at 10 o’clock. A local was enterprising enough to give us a lift in his van up the north where we visited the Corryvrechan whirlpool but it was so foggy you couldn’t see anything but there were what’s called raised beaches and other interesting geological things to explore. Curiously the distillery was closed and had been for some time, I believe it reopened a few years later. Love the wee travelogue.

[keitharvd]

Your smile and voice is just infectious!! Love the videos, a place I’ve always wanted to see

[scotf]

Was there, cycling, a few years ago, definitely something other worldly about the place.

[小川昇-km]

ジュラ島を独り占めて羨ましいな、マダニは鹿に寄生していますから触らないのが賢明ですよ、ドローンの操縦も日本で覚えたのですね、先生はShota-san,

[dthomp]

Thanks for this introduction to an island I did not know existed in Scotland. Loved it.

[marjorieorveau]

I've been quite happy sitting in the comfort of my home, discovering and sometimes revisiting parts of Scotland, my favourite place on Earth, through your brilliant videos. I love Scotland's history, culture, the people but not so much the cold, rain, wind and midges in my older years... However, this gem of a video now makes me want to go back again and stay in Barnhill Farmhouse. I've been a great fan of George Orwell ever since I read Animal Farm and then 1984. Thank you so much.

[nyccolm]

I can’t believe you didn’t go down to the house where Orwell wrote 1984– after that long hike??!! 😢😮 Even to walk around outside? Oh well…

[ross]

I remember reading Orwell's "1984" as part of an English class assignment my sophmore year [USA grade 10] in high school [1965]. What a TOTAL treat to see the house that novel was written in! I just discovered your YT channel Ms. Aisling and I'm thoroughly enjoying your videos! Thank you for sharing your journey. Be well - many blessings! Cheers...

[catevansartist]

A wonderful tour of this wild and remote Island. I ❤George Orwell's House - perhaps I will be lucky enough to stay there one day. The deer are magnificent. I once spent a memorable evening drinking a bottle of Jura whisky with a new friend, though we were nowhere near Scotland at the time. ❤

[liberty_and_justice]

Thanks! American “Oil brat” who had lived in Aberdeen 1975-1980. Very fond memories, particularly of the people. Beautiful country but the weather would leave anyone with PTSD😂. Still, the people made it worth it.

[marypost]

Great video Ruth! I really enjoyed all the historical information you talked about. Love the stories of George Orwell. Such beautiful island! Thanks for such a wonderful tour!❤

[lynnerodgers]

Orwell's rented home on Jura is beautiful! When I was in high school in the early '70's, 1984 was required reading. I think I would need a bit of company to live there full time.

[benthejrporter]

I've always wanted to see George Orwell's house. Thanks.

[patshozo]

Jura whisky has been my favorite ever since visiting Wales. Definitely a bucket list destination. Thank you for finding the Jura distillery.

[GeekRex]

Thanks for the nod to NC. The Scots-Irish impact to the history of this state is amazing. Thanks for sharing this place with us.

Thanks for what you do. I want to get back to Scotland but don't know if I will have the chance. All Love to Scotland.

[miekkoide]

車の前に飛び出してこなくてよかったですね。
ルースさんは勇気があります。素敵❤次の動画たのしてます。

[Chechenwolf]

The west coast of the north half of Jura is stunning, raised beaches, caves. arches, waterfalls. Hard walking but well worth it.