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Cornwall LivingIssue #135

An island experience

Spend a day discovering the magical Isles of Scilly and you’ll be left wanting to return again and again

Just 28 miles off the coast of Cornwall, the Isles of Scilly enjoy a unique climate, both warmed by the Gulf Stream but also battered by the winter gales. Nature flourishes here in many different ways, from the sub-tropical beauty of Tresco’s gardens to the wild and untamed landscapes of Bryher, St Agnes and Gugh. Spending even just one day on the Isles of Scilly is an experience that you will never forget and there is a raft of experiences just waiting for you and your four-legged friends.

It comes as no surprise that boats play an important part of life in the Isles of Scilly. They are the best way to get from one island to another and an excellent way to see seals, seabirds and wildlife. The calm, clear seas around the islands make this the ideal place to practice your watersport skills or to dip a toe in the water for the first time – whether it’s wild swimming, snorkelling, kayaking or paddle boarding. Beachcombing and rockpool safaris are family favourites. From cowrie shells to sea glass, there is always treasure to be found on shore, and at low-tide, rockpools become mini-aquariums – all you need is a bucket and your eyes.

If you fancy a tipple, the islands are home to vineyards and even a gin school. And for foodies, the bounty of the sea is a given, from fish and chips to fresh lobster. We still haven’t mentioned the miles of coastal paths, spectacular beaches, golf, horse riding, cycling…the list goes on. The islands are famously dog-friendly, and your dogs are very welcome on board both flights and ferry.

All these experiences take place in one of the most beautiful and unspoilt parts of the world you will ever see and can be enjoyed in just one day. However, there is so much to see, feel and do on the islands that for a lot of people, one day is simply not enough! However you choose to travel to the islands, by Skybus from Land’s End, Newquay or Exeter, or on Scillonian III from Penzance, Isles of Scilly Travel will ensure your journey is as memorable as the destination.

Isles of Scilly Travel
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