And just like that we’re nearly into December, and Christmas is just around the corner with just under a month to go.
If you’ve still got some festive shopping to do, what better gift this Christmas, than the gift of Scilly! Whether that’s the promise of an island adventure with a travel voucher, some Scilly produce to bring a true taste of Scilly home, or something beautifully crafted on the islands to remind them of their favourite Scilly memories – there is something here to bring a little joy to any Scilly fan.
We’ve put together a varied selection of gift ideas which will hopefully leave you full of gifting inspiration with our ’12 days of Scilly Christmas Gifting’
Day 1 – The promise of an island adventure
Our gift vouchers can be used as full or part payment on any Scillonian III or Skybus journey and are available in any amount. So why not treat someone special to a travel experience they’ll never forget and have happy memories that will last forever.
Isles of Scilly Travel Vouchers – www.islesofscilly-travel.co.uk/gift-vouchers
PRICE RANGE: Any value
Order before 16th December for UK Christmas delivery*
Day 2 – A taste of Scilly experience
St Martin’s Vineyard offer vouchers with a personalised message, and are the perfect gift to make next year’s visit to the islands even more special. They can be redeemed for a self-guided tour around the vineyard followed by a tasting flight of their wines, all produced in their very own winery!
St Martins Vineyard – www.stmartinsvineyard.co.uk
ISLAND: St Martins | PRICE RANGE: £10 pp
Order before 24th December for digital Christmas e-delivery
Day 3 – Something for any member of the family
Give the warmth of a super cosy Scilly Billy hoodie this Winter. In a range of Scilly inspired colours, with Scilly Billy and Scilly Scrabble designs to remind you of the beautiful places from your holidays. In adults and kids’ sizes, there’s one for every member of the family.
Scilly Billy Clothing – www.scillybilly.com
ISLAND: St Martins | PRICE RANGE: From £10
Order before 17th December for Christmas delivery*
Day 4 – Illustrated pages of Steamship history
Our book, titled ‘One Hundred Years’, celebrates 100 years of service to the Isles of Scilly and connecting people to the islands. The perfect gift for lovers of Scilly. The beautifully detailed paintings flood the pages with colour, telling the story of the company and its fascinating history through watercolour illustration.
100 Years, Illustrated by Sue Lewington – Click here to find out more
PRICE RANGE: £15 +£3.50 postage
CALL TO ORDER: 01736 334220
Order before 16th December for Christmas delivery*
Day 5 – The nourishing benefits of the clear salt waters of Scilly
Organic skincare from the crystal-clear waters of the Isles of Scilly, harnessing the nourishing benefits of salt water and seaweed for skin. Luxurious spa-quality products made by hand on St. Martin’s. Create your very own self-care gift box and give your loved one the opportunity to slow down and enjoy a little island tranquility in their own home.
Phoenix & Providence – www.phoenixandprovidence.co.uk
ISLAND: St Martins | PRICE RANGE: From £7.50
Order before 15th December for Christmas delivery*
Day 6 – The gift of memories to be made on the water
St Martin’s Watersports offers kayak and paddleboard hire from Par Beach on St Martin’s. Kayak out to uninhabited islands to experience their natural beauty, explore ancient settlements and maybe see seals. Mess around off the beach on our paddleboards, why not share the SUP fun with our 2 & 4 person boards!
St Martins Watersports – www.stmartinswatersports.co.uk
ISLAND: St Martins | PRICE RANGE: From £15.00
Order before 24th December for digital Christmas e-delivery
Day 7 – Some festive Scilly spirit
The vibrant aqua green and azure blue colours of the sea surrounding Scilly inspired these beautiful Island Gin bottles. That same sea provides the Island’s water supply which features in every bottle of these award winning gins, so you experience a little bit of Scilly in every sip!
Experience the true spirit of Scilly.
Scilly Spirit Distillery – www.scillyspirit.com
ISLAND: St Mary’s | PRICE RANGE: From £18.90
Order before 17th December for Christmas delivery*
Day 8 – The gift of friendship
Give the “Gift of Friendship” this Christmas with Isles of Scilly Wildlife Trust, and help them keep Scilly special for future visits and future generations. Scilly may already have a special place in your heart, now you can share that love with those around you.
Isles of Scilly Wildlife Trust – www.ios-wildlifetrust.org.uk/GiftFriendship
PRICE RANGE: Friendship from £5 per month
Order before 24th December for digital Christmas e-delivery
Day 9 – Jewellery inspired by and made on Scilly
The jewellers at Fay Page make beautiful pieces on St Martin’s in the Isles of Scilly and are inspired by their surroundings. Their work showcases, and is a celebration of, everything there is to love about island life.
Fay Page – www.faypage.co.uk
ISLAND: St Martin’s | PRICE RANGE: From £20
Order before 10th December for Christmas delivery*
Day 10 – A bunch of scented Scilly Narcissi
Send a little bit of Scilly with your Christmas greetings. A gift box of scented narcissi is the perfect Christmas gift. Grown outdoors in small traditional fields dotted across the islands and sent wrapped only in paper, this really is a thoughtful present with a low environmental impact.
Scilly Flowers – www.scillyflowers.co.uk
ISLAND: St Martin’s | PRICE RANGE: From £13
Order before 20th December for Christmas delivery (limited availability)*
Day 11 – Gin with the essence and aroma of Scilly
Westward Farm on St Agnes has been run by the Hicks family for centuries. Home of Scilly’s first licenced distillery and the original Scilly Gin® . They produce a range of unique gins using botanicals grown and distilled on the island as well as soaps and toiletries from their own essential oils.
Westward Farm – www.westwardfarm.co.uk
ISLAND: St Agnes | PRICE RANGE: Gin from £30, Gifts from £4.30
Order before 17th December for Christmas delivery*
Day 12 – A few nights away by the sea
Book a 2022 Early Season Break, available from 24th March to 27th April. A 3 night break with accommodation in a Standard Room and full Cornish breakfast each morning. £180 per person for the 3 nights – that’s just £60 per person per night!