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![]() ScillyOnLine is a unique internet resource for the Isles of Scilly. It is run locally to provide access to information on all aspects of Scilly, for residents and visitors alike. |
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Getting to the Isles of Scilly |
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By Air and SeaThere are regular air and sea links between Scilly and the mainland. From Penzance you have the choice of either the Scillonan III ferry, or the helicopter. There are also scheduled flights by fixed wing aircraft from Land's End, Newquay, Exeter, Southampton and Bristol, with connections on to other UK airports. Generally there are no flights or sailings on a Sunday. |
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Scillonian III and fixed wing aircraft The Isles
of Scilly Travel Centre |
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International, Telephone (01736) 363871 |
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By Rail and RoadThere are regular trains serving Penzance which is the terminus of the
South West mainline. Connections are available to Paddington and Waterloo
in London, Plymouth, Exeter and Bristol in the South West, and connections
to the Midlands and the North. Sleeper trains are available. |
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Getting around once you're on Scilly |
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St. Mary'sOn arrival, there is a choice of transport to your accommodation. Buses meet scheduled flights at the airport and if you arrive by boat, it is a short walk into Hugh Town (you can arrange for your luggage to be delivered) or you can take a taxi. For travelling around the island, there is a community bus service which departs from opposite the Town Hall (timetable available from the Tourist Information Centre). This will get you to town in the morning in time for a trip on the boats or take you from Hugh Town to within minutes of deserted sandy beaches. There are several taxis which are very reasonably priced. And the more adventurous can hire a bicycle and wander at will around the quiet lanes - the highest point of St Mary's, Telegraph, is only about 150 feet (45 metres) above sea-level, so it shouldn't strain your legs too much. Bus tours provide a leisurely introduction to the island, with an entertaining and informative commentray from the drivers. |
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Boating |
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Tour buses / cars Taxis Bicycle Hire Boats |
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Off IslandsBoats St Agnes St Martins |
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