Panoramic view of Islay Cottages

Islay Cottages

One of the most popular places on the island for visitors to stay is Islay Cottages and guests at Islay Cottages get 10% discount here at the Peatzeria!

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One of Peatzeria's signature pizzas

The most westerly pizza!

During your stay on Islay, we highly recommend visiting our neighbouring Hebridean isles of Jura and Colonsay. Both are just a short ferry ride away…

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Panoramic view of the valley near the Paps of Jura

Things to do on Jura

During your stay on Islay, we highly recommend visiting our neighbouring Hebridean isles of Jura and Colonsay. Both are just a short ferry ride away…

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Lagavulin Bay and Dunyvaig Castle on the coastline of Islay

Islay Festival Fèis Ìle 2023

The Islay Festival (Fèis Ìle in Gaelic) is our island’s festival of whisky, music and culture. It takes place annually during the last week of May. Here …

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Easter eggs on a beach

Things to do this Easter on Islay

The Easter holidays in Scotland are coming soon. This year, the Easter bank holiday weekend falls from Friday 7th to Monday 10th April 2023. If …

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View of the Milky Way from Earth

Stargazing on Islay

Islay is a fantastic place for stargazing in Scotland! Our island produces only a very small amount of light pollution, meaning that you can see…

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Shopping for gifts on holiday

Shopping for gifts on Islay

If you’re looking for gifts or souvenirs during your visit to Islay, take a look at our guide to the best local gift shops. Here are some of our favourite…

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View from back of violinist in orchestra

What's on: Islay Events in 2023

2023 is shaping up to be a year of fantastic events on Islay! So for lovers of culture, sport and music, check out what’s in store over the year, and…

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The night's sky filled with colourful fireworks

Have a Scottish Hogmanay on Islay

Hogmanay is the Scots word for New Year’s Eve and it’s a huge celebration in Scotland. Here on Islay, the southernmost island of the Inner…

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Close up shot of Christmas Tree with lights and gold baubles

Things to do on Islay this Christmas

Islay is a truly magical Scottish island, and even more so at Christmas time. The streets and houses are lit with twinkling …

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