Kintyre and the Islands

Ward in Argyll and Bute, Scotland

Coordinates:55.831, -5.924
OS grid ref:NR 54 66
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Kintyre and the Islands is a largely coastal ward in Argyll and Bute, Scotland, covering the long, southerly Kintyre peninsula and a scattering of nearby islands such as Islay, Jura, Gigha and Colonsay. The area centres on towns and villages like Campbeltown and is defined by rugged headlands, sandy bays and the famous Mull of Kintyre, with ferry links and dramatic sea views that underline its sense of remoteness and island connectivity.

Economically it mixes farming, fishing and tourism with a strong whisky and maritime heritage - Islay in particular is world‑renowned for its distilleries while Colonsay and Campbeltown retain notable spirits traditions. There’s a visible Gaelic and community culture, successful community buyouts such as on Gigha, and historic resonances (for example Jura’s association with George Orwell), alongside the modern challenges of sustaining services and population in a dispersed island and coastal landscape.

Postcode districts covering Kintyre and the Islands

PA28, PA29, PA41, PA42, PA43, PA44, PA45, PA46, PA47, PA48, PA49, PA60, PA61

Neighbouring places

  • Jura Island 5.8 miles

Example postcodes in Kintyre and the Islands

PA42 7BZ, PA45 7QP, PA47 7SJ, PA61 7YU, PA47 7SN, PA42 7EL, PA29 6YG, PA42 7DE, PA48 7TN … See all

Transport links

  • Glasgow Prestwick Airport 56.7 miles
  • Glasgow International Airport 57.9 miles

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Schools in Kintyre and the Islands

  • Bowmore Primary Gaelic Unit Primary
  • Bowmore Primary School Primary
  • Carradale Primary School Primary
  • Clachan Primary School Primary
  • Gigha Primary School Primary
  • Glenbarr Primary School Primary
  • Islay High School Secondary
  • Keills Primary School Primary
  • Kilchattan Primary School Primary
  • Port Charlotte Primary School Primary
  • Port Ellen Primary School Primary
  • Rhunahaorine Primary School Primary
  • Small Isles Primary School Primary
  • Tarbert Academy All ages

Local points of interest

  • Jura House Estate 4.4 miles
  • Ormsary House Estate 12.5 miles
  • Islay House Estate 13.1 miles
  • Achamore House Estate 13.2 miles
  • Kildalton Castle Estate 13.7 miles
  • Ardpatrick House Estate 13.7 miles
  • Balinakill Estate 16 miles
  • Largie Castle Estate 16.4 miles