St Mary's, Isles of Scilly
The Isles of Scilly form an archipelago of islands off the south-western tip of the UK.
Traditionally administered as part of the county of Cornwall, the islands are designated the Isles of Scilly Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. There are six inhabited islands and many other rocky islets, which lie almost 30 miles off Land's End. Famous for its tourism, the islands all but shut down in the winter months, except for October when many birdwatchers arrive. The Isles of Scilly are usually the first landing point for many migrant and rare birds, which like to make landfall before continuing their journeys.
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Delightful St Mary's (Tour A)
ST MARY'S, ISLES OF SCILLY, ENGLAND
We will be met by our local guide and accompanied to the Atlantic Hotel – a lovely property located on the pretty isle of St Mary’s. On arrival at the Hotel we will enjoy refreshments whilst being introduced to the history of the Isles by a knowledgeable local guide.
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Tresco Gardens (Tour B)
ST MARY'S, ISLE OF SCILLY, ENGLAND
We will go ashore to the island of Tresco, where our guide will meet us. Tresco is best known for its Abbey Gardens – laid out by the remarkable Augustus Smith, a wealthy merchant banker who purchased the islands from the Duchy of Cornwall in the mid 1830’s.
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