The Trust pays a rent to the Duchy of one daffodil per year! Most of the 27, hectares that make up Dartmoor have been owned by the Duchy since its creation in , and in modern times it is agriculture rather than mineral extraction that dominates the use of the land.
About the Duchy. Home » Places » Isles of Scilly. The Isles of Scilly. Legend suggests that it was the lost Arthurian land of Lyonesse. Some of the uninhabited islands once supported small communities; if you visit Tean or St. Helen's, for example, you will discover the remains of early Christian chapels.
The island of Samson, next to Bryher, was home to several farmers and fishermen until the mids. The haunting remains of granite houses, barns and boatsheds remind us of these more recent times.
The Western Rocks are a permanent memorial to the countless seamen lost on Bishop Rock — a metre rock column that is totally covered at spring high tides — and on which the UK's most south-westerly lighthouse now stands. Today you can take a boat trip and witness many of these rugged and wild outcrops from the water, marvelling at the abundant bird life, colonies of seals and stunning seascapes along the way.
Skip To Main Content. Mary's Tresco St. Martin's Bryher St. Explore Stay Experience Travel Special offers. Relax in our designer harbour view restaurant, soak up the sun on our balcony or enjoy the convenience of our grab and go cafe. On the Quay serves amazing…. Tasty beef from our small herd of Red Ruby Devon cattle. Call in buy a range of beef cuts including steaks, mince, burgers and roasting joints from our freezer at Churchtown Farm.
Skip To Main Content. Mary's Tresco St. Martin's Bryher St. Explore Stay Experience Travel Special offers. Already saved an Itinerary? Site Search. Explore the Islands. Take a step back in time and explore beautiful St. Mary's, the largest island in the archipelago.
Lose yourself in Tresco's sub-tropical splendour - a sophisticated island escape with a layer of luxury. A beach paradise with mile upon mile of white sands backed by marram-topped dunes and palm trees. An island of contrast - of rugged cliffs and glassy coves - and an inspiration to creative souls. Discover this wild little isle, Britain's most south-westerly outpost strewn with Bronze Age burial sites and barren heath land. Amazing islands - some that once supported communities; others that lie undisturbed and wild for our birds and wildlife to thrive.
Plan your trip to Scilly. Flexible date? Area: Bryher St. Agnes St. Martin's St. Mary's Tresco. Things to Do. What's On. Any date in the future. Island Highlights. With five inhabited islands and lots of uninhabited islands, one of the most enjoyable things to do on Scilly is 'island hopping' using "tripper" boats.
There are more than 35 such examples spread across the archipelago, which is good news if you are looking for your own private, secluded beach. Get out and explore our amazing habitats and wildlife that flourish here, year round!
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