The Isles of Scilly are a unique group of islands situated 28 sea miles from Lands End, Cornwall. This tropical archipelago is a multitude of rocks and islands, five inhabited: St. Mary's, Tresco, St. Martin's, Bryher and St. Agnes. The largest is St Mary’s, with Hugh Town at the centre of this island’s life. Everything is really on your doorstep when you stay at No 2.
The Gulf Stream provides a sub-tropical habitat enhancing the already mild climate. Designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), the islands are a haven of biodiversity with rare wildlife and plants, outstanding geology, archeology, history and marine life.
Whatever you are looking for in a holiday destination the Scilly Isles have something for everyone.
Regular boat services to all the islands are from the quay, a seven-minute walk away from No 2 Silver Street.
Find out more about the Islands
Getting here
Boat
Scillonian III from Penzance. Leaving at 09:15, six days a week. Consider this a 2hr 45minute mini cruise with stunning seaside views. The boat arrives at St Mary’s Quay, seven minute walk from the property. It departs from St Mary’s Quay at 16:30.
There will be taxi’s on the quay to take you to No 2 Silver Street or it’s a short walk (7mins) to the centre of Hugh Town, the house is next to the Bishop and Wolf public house.
Plane
SkyBus operate a service from St Just (near Lands End) and Newquay throughout the year and Exeter in the season. The airport is situated on St Mary’s.
If travelling by plane, you will be met by the SkyBus minibus drivers who will take you and your luggage direct to No 2 Silver Street at a small cost.
Weather
The boat normally sails unless there are big winds. Planes can be delayed mainly due to fog. Please check before you depart.
Cars
Visitors to St Mary’s do not normally take cars. There is no roll on/roll off ferry.
Coming Soon
Helicopter service to resume in 2018.
Accessibility
Electrical golf buggies can be hired for those with mobility needs.
For further details, please click here:
Please contact us if you require any help.
Things to do
There are a multitude of things to do, places to go and lots to see on the islands:
- https://www.visitislesofscilly.com/things-to-do
- http://www.scillyonline.co.uk/things.html
- http://www.islesofscillyholidays.co.uk/activities/101-things-to-do-in-scilly.html
Here are a few of our tried and tested favourites
St Mary’s
Food and drink
Dibble and Grub - 01720 423719
Star Castle Hotel - 01720 422317
Juliet’s Garden - 01720 422228
Tanglewood Kitchen
The Galley - Fish and Chips - 01720 422602
On the sea
Scilly Boating - Boat trips – The Quay 01720 423999
Island Sea Safari - Mark and Sue 07747 615732
Day trips on Calypso - Tim 07778 198454
The Sailing Centre - 01720 422060
Horse Riding
St Mary’s Riding Centre - Claire 01720 423855
Galleries
Tamarisk Gallery
Glandore Gallery
Museum
Tresco
Gardens
Tresco Abbey Garden - 01720 424108
Food and drink
The New Inn - 01720 423006
Bryher
Food and Drink
Hell Bay - 01720 422947
Vine Café - 01720 423168
Art and galleries
Richard Pearce Studio - 01720 423665
St Martin’s
Food and Drink
The Seven Stones Inn - 01720 423777
Polreath Tea Room - 01720 422046
Vineyard and winery - 01720 423418
Scuba Diving
Scilly Diving - Tim Allsop 01720 422848
Jewellery
Fay Page Jewellery - Fay Page 01720 423017
St Agnes
Food and Drink
Coastguards Café - 01720 422197
Turks Head - 01720 422434
Our top pick for the best meal on Scilly!
High Tide
01720 423869