Perched around 30 miles off the coast of Cornwall, the Isles of Scilly are a wonderful, picturesque and stunning place to visit. Now, if you’re anything like me, before our first trip, I struggled to find the best places in the Isles of Scilly to visit. Not because they aren’t easy to find, but because there’s so much choice!
Over the years, we’ve spent heaps of time in the Isles of Scilly and it’s a magical set of islands to visit, especially with the Gulf Stream and Atlantic Drift bringing warmer waters and weather to the island’s shores. So, how do you get to the Isles of Scilly?
How to get to the Isles of Scilly
Well, the Isles of Scilly are easy to get to. Now, we’ve always taken the SkyBus flights over to the Isles of Scilly, landing at St Mary’s Island. This is the most convenient way as you can fly from Exeter, Land’s End or New Quay airports. It’s all nice and easy, and you can even bring your dog with you onboard.
Alternatively, head to Penzance and take the Scillonian Ferry over to the Isles of Scilly. The crossing can take around 2.5-3 hours, depending on conditions. The ferry is another great option if you’re already at the tip of Western Cornwall. Though be warned, the sea can get choppy on windy days.
Anyway, enough rambling, take a look at the best places in the Isles of Scilly to visit on your trip. You are going to love the islands – they are as good as you can imagine!
1.) St Agnes (Porth Conger)
St Anges (Google Maps pin) is the southernmost (populated) island in the Isles of Scilly and a charming island to explore for a day. Easily reached by water taxi and scheduled boat stops, it’s the kind of island you can visit from any of the other islands on the Isle of Scilly. Just make sure to check out the boat schedules when you arrive on the island. They can change, depending on tidal differences and seasonality.
Once you’ve docked at Porth Conger Quay, you’ll get to stroll all around St Anges and wander through the stunning beauty that this island has to offer.
Now, if you’re arriving around lunchtime, make sure to pop into the Turk’s Head for a bite to eat. This traditional pub boasts an amazing view from its beer garden and decked area. It’s the most southerly pub in all the British Isles, and you can’t miss it when visiting St Agnes.
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