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The Caribbean of England WELCOME TO THE The place where time has stood still The Caribbean of England A Safe Haven for ALL ages One Price 10-day package from $3080.00 for single person or $4876.00 for two people sharing Includes international flights economy class Based on flights from JFK Transportation from mainland to the Islands Accommodation Hotel Bed and Breakfast or Guest House Prices current at April 2019 Call Barry Devo 330 284 4709 (Est) Or email [email protected] Prepco Island Vacations and Tours LLC 3687 Dauphin Drive NE., Canton, OH 44721 1 LOCATION The Isles of Scilly are an archipelago just 28 miles Southwest of the Cornish peninsula off the Coast of Cornwall in southwest England. There are 5 inhabited Islands- St. Mary’s, Tresco, St. Martins, St. Agnes and Bryher, plus many uninhabited islands 2 From the South West of England England 3 The Island of St Mary’s With a population of only 1800 St. Mary’s is the largest of the Islands and the hub for access to the other Islands. With an area of less than 2.5 square miles St. Mary’s has an array of excellent hotels, guest B&B’s and self- catering accommodation plus all the amenities of shops, churches, banks, post office, café’s, galleries, museum, restaurants and of course, the good old British pubs Like all the Islands, St. Mary’s is a safe haven for those morning or afternoon walks, jogging or cycling along miles of coastal and country paths and nature trails where you can find yourself at deserted white sandy beaches, rocky coves and amazing archaeological sites Hugh Town – the main town of the Isles of Scilly 4 The Island of St. Mary’s continued Hugh Town is the central hub with its cluster of shops, banks, churches, post office, cafés, galleries, restaurants and pubs as well as the wonderful museum. It has three lovely beaches in very close proximity – Porthcressa with a children’s play area close by; Town Beach, a perfect spot to watch the comings and goings on the Quay; and Porthmellon which also hosts the Sailing Centre. The Quay is where the Scillonian III passenger ferry docks every day. It’s also where you'll find yourself travelling from if you’re staying on any of the “off islands” or if you’re taking any tripper boats for a day out from St. Mary’s. Old Town is the other “major” settlement on St. Mary’s, closer to the airport and with its own beautiful beach, nature reserve, Old Town Church where Sir Harold Wilson is buried, children’s soft play zone, shop, pub and cafés. Up country, away from the relative hustle and bustle, St. Mary’s is an easy going safe haven of hidden treasures. The coastline features large stretches of deserted white sandy beaches, dramatic rocky coves, stunning seascapes, amazing archaeological sites, beautiful walks and scenery along miles of coastal and country paths and nature trails. Access to St. Mary’s from the main land can be achieved by flight or Ferry From 2018 a helicopter is available from Lands End 5 The Island of Tresco Tresco is the second largest of the islands and a subtropical gem. It is the only one of the islands to be privately-owned; it is currently cared for by Lucy and Robert Dorrien-Smith. This island has a little bit of everything – from dramatic rocky outcrops, bronze age burial sites and romantic castle ruins, to secluded sandy beaches and, of course, the world famous Tresco Abbey Garden which was established in the 1830s by Augustus Smith. This horticultural paradise hosts a spectacular collection of more than 20,000 exotic plants from all corners of the world – many of which cannot be grown anywhere else in Britain. The Valhalla collection within the Garden is equally impressive with its colourful display of figureheads salvaged from the islands’ shipwrecks The rugged north of the island is a great place to walk and explore, while in the centre of the island, there are bird hides to seek out around Tresco’s freshwater pools. You can hire bikes to travel around, or if you are feeling active, borrow a boat, windsurf or kayak from Tresco Sailing Club. The island is also excellent for beachcombing or simply relaxing on a beach - there’s no finer spot to chill than the sugar-fine white sand of Pentle and Appletree Bays. 6 The Island of St. Martins The island of St. Martins is just 2 miles in length offering some of the finest beaches in the British Isles. Taking a dip in the waters off the sweeping Par Beach or chilling on Bread and Cheese Cove, Great Bay or Little Bay gives relaxation to body and mind. The island offers also spectacular flowers and other plant life plus rare birds and great sea views from the cliff paths. The 120 or so inhabitants of the island offer a flower and vineyard open to visitors and a dive school offers underwater adventures and snorkeling with seals. Artists and a locally inspired silver jewelry designer offer a showcase gallery. For the pallet, a bakery full of artisan breads and traditional freshly made savories get the taste- buds working. 7 The Island of Bryher Each island is so very different, a statement so true for the Island of Bryher. The Atlantic waves pound the shores on one side of the island and in total contrast, calm sandy beaches on the other side offer peace and tranquility. Bryher is well known for the luxurious Hell Bay hotel that has received many an award and Jamie Oliver the well-known British celebrity chef, has hailed the Fraggle Rock bar as one of Britain’s best ‘boozers’ (British for pub or bar) This small island was also the setting for the film ‘Why the Whales Came’ and Samson Hill at the end of the island was the site for birdman’s cottage. The island offers tracks that crisscross its land and is dotted with stalls selling fresh produce such freshly caught sea food, mouth-watering island fudge, eggs and locally grown vegetables. Boats and kayaks can be rented from boatyards on the island (but stay away from the Atlantic waves!) and the Bryher shop, the chandlery and artist’s studios enhance the simple pleasures of Bryher, 8 The Island of St. Agnes Take a cold beer at the Turk’s Head pub or satisfy the pallet with local produce at the restaurants or cafes. Take a dip in the calm waters or just sit and watch the world go by while sipping that beer! St. Agnes is approximately one mile across and at low tide it is joined by a sand bar with its closest neighbor Gugh. The Old Man of Gugh stands at 10ft tall and is believed to be associated with Bronze Age rituals. A lighthouse sits at the highest point of St. Anes. Quaint cottages and flower fields provide further beauty of the island. If you are not sipping at that beer you may prefer a sense of adventure by combing the beaches for shipwrecked treasures at Beady Pool or Periglis Beach is a fine picnic spot and a shell collectors’ paradise. It’s a must to visit St. Agnes 9 The Uninhabited Islands The most south-westerly lighthouse in Great Britain, stands on Bishop Rock – a 160ft high chunk of rock that is totally covered at spring tides. Bishop Rock forms part of what is known as the Western Rocks that took the lives of many sailors of the old ships over past centuries. No doubt, there must be evidence of ship wrecks remaining at the bottom of the sea, untouched and in a cocoon of history? It is thought that all the islands may have been joined together as one large land mass but now, with names such as Great Arthur, Hangman’s Island, Old Man, Hunter’s Lump, Seal Rock and Great Cheese Rock, it’s a shivering thought of what the islands behold from past history There are 140 or so uninhabited islands in the Isles of Scilly – uninhabited by humans that is! These islands are a haven for wildlife and seabirds and day trips by boat can be taken to some of these uninhabited islands to view the wonders and beauty they hold. 10 Islands Fun Healthy • Golf • Walking • Horse Riding • Bicycling Adventurous • Sailing • Snorkeling • Scuba Diving • Beach Landing • Exploring • Getting Married Leisure • The best Food and Wine • (Freshly caught sea food and Wine from the local vineyard) • Shopping • Evening Entertainments • Island Tours • Day trips to other Islands 11 • Beach combing No high-rise blocks on the Isles of Scilly just warm welcoming family run Hotels, Guest Houses and Self-Catering accommodation St Mary’s Tresco Bryher St. Martins St Agnes Hotels 7 1 1 1 0 Guest Houses 45 1 2 2 2 Self-Catering 197 3 15 14 3 # 01 = HOTEL 38 Rooms 4 Star Rating A family run hotel located on the old Garrison of St Mary’s # 02 = GUEST HOUSE 4 Star Rating A modern Guest House for Bed and Breakfast St Mary’s #03 - SELF CATERING Virtually on the beach and overlooking the harbor St. Mary’s #04 HOTEL 16 Rooms 4 Star Rating Center of social life on Tresco, #05 HOTEL Premier Island of St.Martins #06 = HOTEL 25 Rooms 4 Star Award winning hotel Bryher #07 – GUEST HOUSE 3 Rooms Bed & Breakfast with Tea Garden St.Agnes #08 GUEST HOUSE 3 Rooms Bed & Breakfast 4 Star Rating Bryher 12 Booking early year or one year in advance is highly recommended .
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