In 1992 Rokpa Trust, a Tibetan Buddhist charity, bought Holy Island and built the non-denominational Centre for World Peace and Health at the north of the Island. The Centre offers accommodation and full vegetarian board for as many as sixty-four people (twenty-six single rooms, seven twin rooms and three dormitories sleeping eight people) and members of the public are welcome to stay in the centre for retreats and holiday breaks.

A closed Buddhist retreat takes place at the south of the Island.

All who visit the island are asked to abide by the Five Golden Rules:

• To respect life and refrain from killing
• To respect other people's property and refrain from stealing
• To speak the truth and refrain from lying
• To encourage health and refrain from intoxicants (including alcohol, cigarettes and drugs)
• To respect others and refrain from sexual misconduct

The Holy Island ferry leaves from Lamlash, on the Isle of Arran. The crossing takes 10 minutes. Bus service 323 runs from Brodick on Arran to Lamlash.

Regular service in summer, provided the weather and tide are suitable.

Contact Details:
Telephone: +44 [0] 1770 601100

Email: reception@holyisland.org or visit www.holyisland.org