Bothy
Glenbatrick
A remote bothy on the west coast of Jura — one of Scotland's wildest islands with a population of around 200 and more red deer than people.
Quick facts
- Walk-in
- 12 km~4h 30m
- Sleeps
- 4
- Altitude
- 20m
- Condition
- Fair condition
- Grid ref
- NR602823
- Maintained by
- Mountain Bothies Association
- Fireplace
- Yes
- Water
- Nearby
Our take
Glenbatrick is an expedition. Two ferries to reach Jura, then a half-day walk across boggy terrain to the Atlantic coast. The reward is a bothy on a wild island where deer outnumber people 30 to 1. Orwell found his inspiration here. You might find yours.
Getting there
From Craighouse, follow the road north then rough tracks west to the coast. The terrain is boggy and pathless in sections. Allow 3.5–4 hours. Ferry from Islay to reach Jura.
Nearest parking: Craighouse, Jura (ferry from Islay)
What to expect inside
Small MBA bothy in fair condition with a fireplace and space for 4. The west coast setting faces nothing but Atlantic. Driftwood for fuel.
Nearby hills & attractions
The Paps of Jura (Beinn an Oir, 785m) are the island's dominant feature. The Corryvreckan whirlpool lies to the north. George Orwell wrote 1984 at Barnhill, further north.
When to visit
Ferry access from Islay (Kennacraig → Port Askaig → Feolin). Best May–September. Jura's raised beaches and deer herds are remarkable year-round.
Current conditions
Daylight Today
- Sunrise
- 05:39
- Sunset
- 21:03
- Civil dawn
- 04:54
- Civil dusk
- 21:48
NOAA Solar Calculator · 2 May 2026
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