Isles of Scilly Travel - Spring on the Islands

WAITROSE - SPRING

Holiday on the islands without going abroad

Just 28 miles off the coast of Cornwall are a group of sand-fringed, wild and unspoilt islands; the Isles of Scilly. With white sand beaches and clear blue seas you could be forgiven for thinking you had flown long-haul rather than a 15 minute hop from Land’s End or 60 minutes from Exeter airport. The ferry from Penzance takes a gentle 2 hours and 45 minutes. When you explore the islands, yours may be the only footprints on the beach and, with few roads and even fewer cars, life moves at the pace of the tides. It’s a time to relax and a place to unwind. To keep you relaxed in the light of COVID we are offering you transferable booking with amendments and cancellations on both Skybus and the Scillonian ferry. Whichever way you choose, the journey will be a unique part of your holiday memories.

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How To Get To The Isles of Scilly

Traffic now flows the other way; you might catch the train down to Penzance and sail across to the islands on Scillonian III or fly from Exeter or Land’s End. Greeted on arrival with white sand beaches and clear blue seas you could be forgiven for thinking you had flown long-haul. Instead a scenic 15 minute hop from Land’s End or just 60 minutes from Exeter airport. Or enjoy a leisurely sail on the ferry Scillonian III from Penzance, which takes a gentle 2 hours and 45 minutes. Enough time to marvel at the striking Cornish coastline and wildlife along the way.

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Our COVID Promise

With the current levels of uncertainty around travel during this unusual time and in the future, we’d like to assure you of ‘Our Promise’. Here at Isles of Scilly Travel you can book your trip to the Isles of Scilly with confidence and rest assured that your existing bookings with us are secure.

Should government restrictions due to COVID prevent you from travelling on your pre-booked dates, we guarantee any fees or charges will be waivered and you will be able to cancel, transfer or amend your booking for free.

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Top 5 reasons to visit Scilly in 2021

Whether it’s a short break or a day trip for the two for you or an adventure for the whole family, here you’ll find inspiration and ideas to help you plan your visit to the Isles of Scilly.

DSCOVER YOUR FAVOURITE ISLAND

An Island Overview

The Isles of Scilly share a common atmosphere, perspective, and pace of life, but each island has its own unique charms- and every visitor quickly finds a favourite – a quiet bond with one island that, for them, feels that little bit more special than the others. But there’s no rush: after all, you’ll have five inhabited islands and countless deserted ones to explore. Each has its own allure, and they all share a friendly atmosphere, a dry humour, and the relaxed, Scillonian pace of life.

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THE ISLES OF SCILLY

Scillonian III

For us at Isles of Scilly Travel and on the islands, one sure signal of spring and the start of the season is when Scillonian III returns to service. She usually returns on the 23rd March and her crew have spent the winter making sure she is shipshape and ready for another busy season.

TRAVEL ON SCILLONIAN III

Isles of Scilly Travel - A family adventure

AN ISLAND ADVENTURE

For you and your family

We love bringing families to the islands. It’s about more than just getting them here, it’s about seeing them transported. To help you make the most of every moment, we’ve compiled our top five island activities to help you reconnect with and revitalise your family time. From wildlife spotting to horse riding, bouncing over the waves to taking to the skies, there’s something for everyone.

NATURE

The flora and fauna

A visit to Tresco is a must for garden lovers. The world famous Tresco Abbey Gardens has flowering plants all year round with flora staring to unfold in spring. Described as the perennial Kew without glass you’ll see more than 20,000 species of plants from all over the world – it’s definitely a must see. As well as its world-famous plant collection, the Abbey Garden’s walled network of pathways and sculptures means there’s a surprise around every corner.

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LANDSCAPES

The beaches

Long coastal walks, leisurely paddles between the bays there’s no doubt Scilly has some of the most picturesque beaches in the UK. Home to more than 35 stunning white sandy beaches and magical hidden coves with crystal-clear turquoise waters. You’re rarely more than 10 minutes walk from one and there’s a good chance you’ll have it all to yourself. Our favourites include Great Bay on St. Martins and Bar Point on St. Mary’s.

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