St Agnes

On the most south-westerly edge of the Isles of Scilly, St Agnes is totally unspoilt and astonishingly peaceful. It measures just a mile or so across, and its closest neighbour is Gugh, to which it is joined by a causeway at low tide.

This is an island of wonderful contrasts, from rocky outcrops on its exposed west side to paradise beaches in its more sheltered coves; the tranquillity of the sandbar between St Agnes and Gugh is particularly magical. Inland are quaint cottages and a patchwork of flower fields, while a lighthouse stands at the island’s highest point.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Search for shipwrecked treasure at Beady Pool on Wingletang Bay
• Swim on the sand bar between St Agnes and Gugh - but watch out for the tides!
• Spoil yourself with home-made ice-cream from Troy Town Farm
• Puzzle at the stone maze
• Study wild flowers, butterflies and rare migrating birds
• Taste fresh local dishes at High Tide seafood restaurant
• Drop by Coastguards café for a cream tea
• Mess about in a dinghy at Porth Conger
• Snorkel at Covean, a secret beach at the end of a tiny green path
• Collect shells at Ginamoney Carn, a beach-comber’s paradise
• Explore prehistoric dwellings at Kittern Hill
• Meet the Old Man of Gugh, an ancient standing stone
• Picnic at beautiful Periglis beach
• Enjoy a drink at the Turk’s Head, Britain’s most south-westerly pub
• Take home lush, locally-scented hand-made chocolates 

WHERE TO STAY

- Campsite

- Self-catering cottages and chalets

- Guest houses

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GETTING AROUND

There are regular boat services from St Agnes to the other islands - contact 01720 422704 www.stagnesboating.co.uk