TA K E AWAY DINING & PICNIC SPOTS St. Martin’s
Bryher
From deserted beaches to headlands with sweeping views, Scilly has no shortage of wonderful outdoor eating spots - made even more special when Picnic spot: It has got to be the Picnic spot: If you’d like a wild enjoyed with local food view looking out across the islands, Daymark. St. Martin’s has many and produce. head to Shipmen’s Head. For a more stunning viewpoints but the Whether you’re visiting the islands for a day trip or longer break, you simply must sample the islands' local produce. Due to the current restrictions, some restaurants and cafes have changed their services to be takeaway or limited sittings. Part of the Scilly experience is enjoying the landscape day and night, so there has never been a better time to enjoy a little alfresco dining. We’ve pulled together a hampers' feast from the islands’ independent producers, partnered with our favourite picnic spaces for your enjoyment. If you are staying on the islands in self-catering accommodation, Scilly Food Boxes is an online service available to order ahead of your arrival. Choose from fresh fruit and veg to locally produced jam and bread. Simply order online selecting your day of arrival at www.scillyfoodboxes.co.uk
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Daymark is one not to miss with its stunning vista of the Isles of Scilly.
sheltered spot, make your way to Rushy Bay.
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Island Baker, St Martin’s. Handmade by Barney McLachlan in a former lobster potting shed. Barney uses the best, organic flour and introduces a guest bread every week. His freshly made pasties are well-known on the islands; the spiced vegetable option is especially popular.
little shop on Bryher called ‘Island Fish’ or from weekly stalls on New Grimsby and St. Mary’s quays, or at the local produce market - the crab, lobster and wet fish are as fresh as can be. Fudge from Veronica Farm, Bryher. All the milk, cream and butter used by this small family business comes from cows at Troytown Farm on St Agnes. You’ll find this famous, crumbly fudge on a stall by the farm gate, and at Vine Cafe, Hell Bay and the island shop on Bryher, as well as in other outlets across the islands.
