Tarbert is a hamlet on Tarbert Bay, on the east coast of the island of Jura, in the council area of Argyll and Bute, Scotland. The Tarbert estate is owned by Ginge Manors Estates Ltd. It is on the A846 about 11 miles (18 km) from Craighouse. There is the remains of a chapel that was dedicated to St Columba. Tarbert consists of 2 main areas, the area associated with Rubha nan Crann and the farm overlooking the bay.

History

The name "Tarbert" means "The isthmus".

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Entrance to Loch Tarbert panorama, Isle of Jura Islay Pictures Photoblog

Small Postcard Tarbert Jura pack of 50 Island Blue

Raised beaches at Loch Tarbert, Isle of Jura Islay Pictures Photoblog

Loch Tarbert, Jura Latitude Kinsale

Tarbert Heritage Scheme builds on regeneration success