Grand Tours of the Scottish Islands (2013)

Episode Overview

Paul Murton explores the contrasting landscapes of Gigha and Jura, two nearby islands in the Inner Hebrides. His journey starts at the Achamore Gardens on Gigha, established in the 1930s by millionaire James Horlick, who fell in love with the island's mild climate and made it his home. Today, Gigha is a community-owned island, attracting newcomers eager to embrace a fresh start in this lush and fertile environment. In stark contrast, Jura boasts rugged beauty and is one of Scotland’s largest islands, yet it is home to only about 200 residents, sharing the land with over 5,000 deer.