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Our paradise awaits Lucy, Robert, Marina and Tristan Dorrien-Smith at the new Penzance Heliport
Tresco is precious, inimitable and utterly unique because, far from just a business, it is a living, breathing community of islanders, owners and guests; a true family estate. My family has a proud history of shaping the community and modern economy of Tresco – and indeed much of Scilly. To that end, it makes me immensely proud that my children have now joined me in forming the Tresco Estate Partnership. This will ensure our family stays at the heart of the island into the future – that all-important thread running through all we do here. Of course, the most exciting development this year is the long-awaited return of the Penzance to Isles of Scilly helicopter service. As I write, final preparations are underway for the first flights in March. Our journey to this point began back in 2012; even before the thrum of rotor blades faded from the Scillonian skies, a small but dedicated group were at work planning the replacement. It is no small feat for a small group of islands just off the coast of Cornwall to become the destination for one of the world’s few scheduled helicopter services. Penzance Helicopters is the culmination
of many years of hard work, dedication and perseverance from so many – and in particular to our island community and diaspora that have so passionately supported the revival of this vital route. The difference this service will make to the social and economic future of the islands cannot be overstated. I look forward to welcoming you onboard!
Robert Dorrien-Smith
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Families celebrating 40 years of Islandshare
Follow our Scilly food trail
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Rachel Young on calling Tresco home
People, products and places
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Finding zen on Scilly
Land and sea adventures
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Eco island living
Seasalt’s Tresco field trip
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Our island properties
Exploring ila at Tresco Island Spa
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Inside the stunning Seabreeze
Inside the glorious Abbey Garden
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An island for all seasons
Reasons to retreat
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Talking Tresco with Triscape
Inspiring island art
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The return of the helicopter
What’s on in 2020
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Delicious island dishes
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This year, we’re celebrating ‘40 years of Islandshare’ on Tresco - a unique opportunity to own a piece of the island. Since launching four decades ago, more than 3,500 families have made Tresco home for a week in their favourite cottage. Read on for island insights from some of our longstanding visitors...
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The McCarthy family ‘ 40 YEARS O F ISLAND SH AR E ’ W ITH DAVID M CCARTH Y
We first set eyes on Tresco in 1970 when a friend offered us a week in a flat on St Mary’s. We took a trip to Tresco and pushed a buggy with two small children around much of the island. On that walk, we passed Smugglers - a traditional cottage hidden within the trees. It was love at first sight! We wondered what lucky people lived there - we didn’t know that it all belonged to the Dorrien-Smith family.
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In 1974 we returned for a holiday at The New Inn and managed to book a week in Smugglers for the following year. Then through the rest of the 70s we rented Smugglers. The demand for cottages was tremendous and so I used to sit down with Eve Cooper at the post office and plead with her to open the diary for three years ahead so I could get a week booked in. In 1980, Unilever sent me to work in Kuala Lumpur. We hadn’t been
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there long before a letter came through about the first timeshares available on Tresco. There were six of them: Smugglers, Glen, Thatch, Dolphin, Ocean View, and Bay House. As soon as we heard of the news, we bought a week in Smugglers at the end of July, and have come to Tresco every year since. In 1987 we also bought a fortnight in Seaspray in June and since then, we have come twice a year, every year. I think our family will be coming for many years to come. All three of our children love it and so do our grandchildren. Our Tresco breaks are a generational thing. It’s so wonderful that we can all spend quality time together in a place we can call home. The little girl in the photograph with the milk churn is our daughter, Mary. The cat photographed with her was called Tory and would lay on the wall at the foot of the lane where you turn left to the shop. There were always a lot of cats on Tresco, of every size and colour. We were once told they were descendants of cats that escaped from the many ships that foundered off Scilly, way back when. Aside from the cats, there have been many changes on Tresco - but it does remain as beautiful and as relaxing as ever. The views are like nowhere else on earth and the Abbey Garden gets better year-on-year. Yes, there are many more cottages - all of which have been tastefully redesigned over the years - but the development has been really sympathetic. When you think of how many places around the world have been ruined by an influx in visitors, I think we are incredibly lucky to be still holidaying in the place we fell in love with all those years ago. We have so many happy memories on the island. From building boats on the Blockhouse beach for children and later on for grandchildren, to looking for cowries and watching out for Mike Pender’s green dinghy, bringing lobster from Bryher. We’ve spent many afternoons watching the world go by from the quay at New Grimsby, strolling along paths that we like to think nobody else knows, and the special places where we sit down for picnics each year. Tresco means something different to everyone who visits, and over the years, it has presented us with memories we will keep close forever. We have seen some wonderful places when we lived in the Far East and South America, but nowhere compares to the peace we find on Tresco. We’ll be back again soon. David McCarthy
“The views are like nowhere else on earth and the Abbey Garden gets better year-on-year”
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The Avery family ‘ 40 YEA RS O F ISLAND SH AR E’ W ITH JOANNA & M IM I AVE RY Tresco has always been a huge part of our lives. Bristol is home, but we’ve always visited the Isles of Scilly as a family. Our grandfather was posted on Bryher during World War II, where he lived with the Jenkins family. Since then, every member of our family has just fallen in love with the place. Our earliest stays on Tresco were at The New Inn and we also reunited with the Jenkins family at Townshill. As soon as Tresco timeshare launched, our father instantly put his name down for Bay House - a gorgeous cottage in the bay of New Grimsby - and conveniently situated next door to our friends, Dennis and Ethel Jenkins. Since then, we get together as a family to visit Tresco twice a year, usually at Easter and then again at the end of September when
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the island has that wonderful late summer vibe. Some of our fondest island memories include getting through Hurricane Charlie in 1983, collecting milk from the dairy, fishing with Dennis Jenkins and enjoying a good plate of beans on toast with the hotel managers’ family in their home. Islanders have become extended family over the years. They used to invite our brother to play cricket for the team in the summer; I always remember the inter-island matches, which were played on what is now the Heliport - and Andrew Lawson appearing with his pet parakeet on his shoulder! Another island highlight for us was ringing in the millennium. It was such a special new year celebration. All of the surrounding islands marked the occasion with a national beacon-lighting event, which we will remember forever. We also have great memories whiling the hours away with jigsaw
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“Tresco is a real home from home, and we can’t wait to make many more memories with the Averys of the future”
puzzles and pool tournaments in the old hotel. There’s no doubt about it, Tresco trips will continue to run in the family. Joanna’s son was named after the island of Samson. It has shaped our upbringing, and we’d love nothing more than to share that with future generations. Tresco is the only place we know where we can all truly relax and unwind. Nothing else matters when you’re holidaying on Tresco. Time seems to stand still, and the pace of life slows down. It is very special. All of that, paired with wonderful people who have, over the years, become like extended family to us. While it retains its charm and character, Tresco has changed slightly over the years - but only for the better. We see a lot of familiar faces - both locals and other owners - but it’s also nice to see some new people working, living and visiting the island. New buildings are popping up here and there, there’s no need to
use the telephone box (with the best view on the island) anymore, and the cricket pitch is now a heliport. Times are changing, but the beauty of the island very much stays the same. Tresco is a real home from home, and we can’t wait to make many more memories with the Averys of the future. The island’s unique draw is its ability to make you feel like you’re the only people there - together with its vibrant colours, crystal-clear waters and the enchanting wildlife everywhere you turn. If we could take a piece of Tresco home with us, it would have to be that feeling of absolute bliss. An unbridled happiness… Joanna & Mimi Avery
For more information on our Islandshare opportunities, visit: tresco.co.uk/islandshare
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Isle of plenty “Once you connect with the island, there’s no going back, it becomes a part of you”, says long-term visitor turned local resident, Rachel Young
During her Tresco journey, Rachel has gone from guest to islander - something many regular visitors only dream of... Tresco is an escape, a retreat, a community and a home from home, among many other things. For Rachel, who organises Tresco’s events and breaks and is also responsible for St Nicholas Church and the Parsonage, the island is all of the above. Childhood memories flood in as we sit down to discuss Rachel’s journey to Tresco. “I visited the Isles as a child and remember my introduction to the islands back in the 70s,” says Rachel. “Fast forward a few years, my mum and stepfather happened to be on the islands when the Tresco timeshare programme came into fruition. They jumped at the opportunity and enjoyed a couple of holidays here every year. “So I guess it’s always been a part of my life, but it wasn’t until I was 25 when I first visited Tresco. “I had worked abroad in various places from Canada to Finland, working in childcare and pre-school education; but as soon as I settled back in the UK, I was intrigued to visit the place my family had fallen in love with. “The first time I stepped off the boat I was blown away by the island’s beauty. After that first visit, I came back twice a year for the next 10 years. I just couldn’t get enough of the place - it was like nowhere else I’d been before. “It wasn’t until I was 35 when I decided I was ready for change. I’d been working hard, I had lost my mum and I thought, ‘right, I’m going to escape for the summer’. I just wanted to get away, rent out my flat and do something completely different. “I packed my bag and tootled off to Tresco for the summer season, and
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I’ve never looked back! It has been a 17-year-long season and is still in full swing!” Whether you’re a one-time visitor, a timeshare owner, or a local living on the island, Tresco has the ability to trigger happy memories be it the sheer beauty of the place, the activities available on-island, or the friendly faces that make the place tick. “For me, it’s Tresco’s wildness that makes me happy. The freedom it gives you is so special,” says Rachel. “There’s nowhere else quite like it. It’s safe, it’s secure and it’s a place filled with smiling faces all year round.” Tresco has many unique qualities - from its pristine coastline, to its tropical gardens and glorious local produce - but one of its biggest draws has to be its community spirit. And at the very heart of it, is Rachel. “We’re in a bit of bubble here,” she smiles. “It’s a little bit like stepping back in time. For me to come here from Cheltenham - which is a fairly busy place with loads going on - was quite a big change, but believe it or not, it’s so much more sociable and fulfilling than my old life. “I’ve moved around quite a lot, and I’ve never experienced a community like this. It’s a wonderful thing to be a part of - and whether I’m reading my book in my little spot on the beach and a friendly face waves as they whizz on by on a bike up Appletree Road, or I’m working with other locals to arrange the flowers for a special Sunday church service, there’s always something going on to keep me busy. “As a resident, Tresco is particularly lovely out-of-season when all of the locals come out to play. There’s always something happening - whether it’s a mobile feast where we move between each other’s houses for
“I’ve moved around quite a lot, and I’ve never experienced a community like this. It’s a wonderful thing to be a part of - particularly out-of-season when all of the locals come out to play”
each course, a themed quiz night, open-mic sessions or just a winter’s afternoon in the pub.” At one time, the islands were small, self-sufficient communities of fishermen and their families. Today, the islands may have seen an increase in tourism, but they remain home to the same fishing families and farmers. “When we visited Scilly as children, on islands such as Bryher and St Martin’s, you’d be lucky to get a cup of tea in the colder months,” says Rachel. “From what I remember, you might find someone serving from a flask in a shed, with milk straight from the cow... but now there’s plenty for people to see and do - but without being overpowering. “And I think that’s what Tresco has managed so well,” adds Rachel. “There’s a really good balance. You can come here on a bank holiday in August and pretty much have the beach to yourself. “And at the end of the day when the sun sets and the boats head back to shore, you know that you’ve just got a good mix of local
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people and guests just winding down on the island. It’s like retreating back to your home for the evening. A home shared with many familiar faces, regular visitors and people getting a glimpse into island life. “It’s a very unique way of looking at life - and we are so lucky to be able to have that experience.” Rachel is the beating heart of the community - wearing many hats in her role. You might find her in the office putting together new activity breaks, preparing for services in her role as Assistant Church Warden or organising community events with fellow islanders. “I’ve always got a new idea; and I am lucky enough to be able to pitch it and roll with it,” says Rachel. “One of my biggest projects at the moment is working on and perfecting our unique breaks. It’s a wonderful way of ensuring our guests get the best out of their island experience. “Our packages include artist breaks, yoga retreats, guitar workshops
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and photography masterclasses.” Tresco is a spiritual place. It has the ability to soothe the mind and body. It’s the epitome of a ‘getaway’ - and a place where guests and locals alike can really switch off and be at one with nature. For Rachel, it’s somewhere that holds a very special place in her heart, offering up a truly unique lifestyle and inviting her to settle down and call home. “When you live here, sometimes you forget about all of that,” says Rachel. “We got some of the team together for a mindfulness session recently and for me, everything came flooding back and it reminded me what I fell in love with.” When she’s not working on new retreats or keeping the local community in check, Rachel enjoys a bit of downtime sitting by the rocks with a book in hand. “It’s my happy place,” she says.
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Finding space... with our island yogi, Gem Hansen
MY YOGA JOURNEY… Started right here on Scilly. Bryher has been home for 38 years and after stints moving away for college, university and travels, there’s nowhere I’d rather be. The islands have a mythical quality to me - a sense of sanctuary and a safe place for my three young children. Nothing beats the fresh air, the big open spaces and on-water commuting. The pace of life is totally serene and steady - moving with the tides. As a child, between school, family catamaran picnics and horse riding along the sandy tracks to Rushy Bay, I practised ballet and dreamt of being a dance teacher. The progression to yoga happened naturally in my early twenties, I am self-taught as I didn’t have regular access to classes, but now I am a qualified teacher. My home practice evolved in synchronicity with my lifestyle, from dynamic stretches that were integrated into my marathon training, to hip openers and restorative poses to support my pregnancies, and post-natal yoga for recovery. Hypno-birthing is another great passion of mine, which gave me further insight into the internal practice of yoga, incorporating meditation, mantra and pranayama.
YOGA IS UNDOUBTEDLY INCREASING IN POPULARITY… And in my opinion, it’s because of its holistic approach. Yoga offers what no other form of exercise will - a complete integration of mind, body and spirit. Asana (physical practice) is a starting point for most people and is an intelligent balance of strength and flexibility development. The philosophy, which transcends religious segregation, offers real life morality with an astonishing realisation that the obstacles faced by humanity thousands of years ago are akin to those we face today despite the opulence of the modern world. There is a deep connection to the human race and the universe, inviting people to feel empathy and meaning beyond their daily existence. As we move from the gross to the subtle, we affect the energetic body,
which is key to preventing disease. The meditative components of the practice offer an antidote to the urgency and turbulence of our daily life.
MY TRESCO YOGA ITINERARY INCLUDES… Bi-weekly slow flow classes and monthly restorative classes. I invite beginners and yogis of all abilities to connect with breath and movement. I also lead private sessions and retreats for those looking for something really special. The styles of yoga I teach include vinyasa, restorative and yin.
RETREATING ON THE ISLAND… The yoga and wellbeing break on Tresco is a five-night autumn retreat involving a variety of expressions of yoga including dynamic flow classes, soothing restorative shapes, guided meditations and an uplifting kirtan. Aside from the yoga, guests will be able to explore the island by bike, take a boat trip to Bryher, meander through the Abbey Garden and enjoy a massage at the Tresco Island Spa.
SEEKING REFUGE IS IMPORTANT, AND TRESCO IS THE PERFECT PLACE TO DO SO… Our lives reflect the seasons… incorporating growth, depletion and rebirth - so to me, autumn is a perfect transitional time to slow down and retreat from routine. Traditionally, retreat guests will experience restoration on a deep level, experimenting with techniques to encourage good health and body balance. For some, it may be an adventure - a chance to travel solo and connect with nature; for others, it may be a healing process after illness or a period of stress. It could also be a detox - either digital or dietary. In yoga, the intention is paramount, and so personal objectives will inspire the value of this peaceful journey.
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TRESCO HAS A GENTLE AND QUIET CHARM… Inherent in its slow-paced energy, unspoilt beauty and the absolute escapism of a private island that invites guests to recharge and renew. The air clarity on Scilly is exceptional. Nourished by the sea air, you will breathe better and sleep soundly, too. Subtle silence also brings a sense of escape - no traffic, no street lights, no light pollution, the magic of starry skies and awakening to birdsong. Although small, Tresco comprises woodland trails, natural tunnels of rhododendron, clear waters outlining white sand bays decorated with delicate shells, rugged granite outcrops, purple heather-covered heathland graced with 16th century castles and serene lakes surrounded by marram grass with gliding swans. This unrivalled scenic beauty creates something of a unique experience; and Tresco is truly at its best when coupled with culinary excellence, environmentally-conscious shopping, ila spa treatments and opportunities to be fully-immersed in nature.
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KING CHARLES CASTLE This castle ruin offers breathtakingly unique views across to Bryher. The scenery takes me by surprise every time. It amazes me to see my very small island home looking so different from every angle. Finding a new perspective is an integral part of the mind technique we are cultivating when we practice yoga and meditation. THE ABBEY DRIVE I can’t help but feel humility and wonder under the shelter of trees on this majestic route extending towards the Abbey Garden. Trees have grounding energy and epitomise the balance of strength, flexibility and serenity we seek in our practice. A wander along the Abbey Drive often results in an encounter with a resplendent golden pheasant, which is always fascinating. GIMBLE PORTH A walk to the northern shore of Tresco involves dipping close to the tideline on narrow paths , and has the sense of a solitary exploration removed from the buzz of civilization in the middle of the isle. The symphony of the stirring sea around the jagged rocks - paired with the restorative salty air - creates a combination to soothe the soul.
MY TOP TIPS FOR NEWCOMERS… Yoga is a spacious and welcoming practice, however it can often induce fear and intimidation in newcomers. Perhaps the hardest part is relinquishing the notion that you need to be a certain body type, gender or age to come to class. I have been privileged to teach young adults, athletes, octogenarians and someone recovering from a serious neurological affliction. Much of yoga’s healing power is in the transformation of the mind, nourishing self-assurance and acceptance, and shifting focus. We all experience anxiety, stress or depression as part of the spectrum of human emotion. The practice of yoga helps us to override these emotional challenges and become at ease in our body, then the mind follows.
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POOL ROAD A peaceful walk that circles the Great Pool. It’s quite unique to find a non-coastal path route in Scilly, which is why I enjoy the diversity of this inland trail. Any immersion in nature helps us align with the wider scope of yoga, which is discovering our authentic nature and connection to the world. PENTLE BAY You can find the sweeping sands and calm shallows of Pentle Bay on the quieter side of the island. The miniature eastern isles on the horizon evoke a sense of simplicity. A beautiful place for mindful meditation as if absorbed in the scene of an oil painting.
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If you are a curious beginner or have dismissed yoga, challenge yourself to revisit this ancient philosophy and create union between your mind and body.
THE BEAUTY OF THE ISLAND IS THAT EVERY DAY IS DIFFERENT… And so is my journey to class on Tresco. Living by the rhythm of the tides means that sometimes I’m paddling the shallows between Bryher and Tresco in sunshine and stillness; and other times, cycling up the majestic Abbey Drive under the shelter of the trees in blustery winds. Ultimately, Tresco is incredibly atmospheric and offers an experience of affinity with nature. The east coast has panoramic views of the
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eastern isles - a location we use for surya namaskar (sun salutations) at dawn; and the high point of the monument invites a silent meditation with views of the setting sun over Samson. In my spare time, I am usually island hopping, studying yoga philosophy, mowing the lawn in the sunshine, or being pulled in any direction my kids want to go!
For more information on Gem’s upcoming yoga retreats, visit: tresco.co.uk/wellness-breaks
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“For decades, the Tresco community has been passionate about the local environment,” says Diana. “After all, it’s what makes Tresco so precious and unique. It’s something Robert Dorrien-Smith has always cared deeply about, and the whole island community gets behind the effort. In a world where we are recognising the
beaches, glorious gardens, ancient monuments and imposing castles. It’s a hive of natural and historical landmarks, and in order for it to stay that way, it requires mindful maintenance from the people living, working and staying on the island. Diana oversees the island’s sustainability strategy, but right alongside her is a whole team - from Andy, who empties the island’s
well as the day-to-day sustainability work on Tresco.” Food waste management is key to Tresco’s sustainability plans. Diana takes us on a whistle-stop tour of the island’s very own processing shed – where all the magic happens. “We have fought for 15 years to have our domestic waste collected by the council. We
importance of actively reducing the carbon footprint, Tresco has been working ahead of its time. Tresco Stores & Deli banished the use of plastic bags over 12 years ago and the island’s restaurants discarded plastic straws three years ago. Because Tresco is a Special Conservation Area, and is globally recognised for its natural beauty, it is important to, not only be mindful of, but to actively fight to stop climate change. “Nowhere on Scilly is higher than 44m above sea level,” explains Diana. “So, as you can imagine, we are much more vulnerable to climate change - but as a community, we have the power to make a change. “The great thing about Tresco is that we have complete control over things like our waste processing, so we can make big changes relatively quickly.” The sheer beauty of the island’s landscape is what attracts visitors year-on-year. Pristine
52 recycling bin stores, to Kate in Tresco Stores minimising plastic packaging, and the kitchen teams working to reduce food waste. “I came from an agricultural background and moved into economic development after spending some time in Botswana,” she explains. “I managed the £560 million Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Convergence programme for a number of years, before moving to work at the council, where I was in charge of large capital projects including the airport runways. “I was offered a job as Head of Economic Development and Policy in the Falkland Islands, but was already in the process of helping Robert Dorrien-Smith with the application for the return of the Penzance Helicopter service, so I decided to stay on Scilly and move from St Mary’s to Tresco. “Now, I oversee the island’s capital projects - from farmland management, to engineering and boating. I am also part of the team delivering the new heliport project, as
won the battle in 2018 and received a grant to build our waste processing shed, where we recycle materials and store our waste machinery - including our new biodigester.” This vital new piece of equipment will reduce the island’s food waste volume by 80%, transforming it into safe, compostable material which can be used as fertiliser in the Abbey Garden and woodland areas. “Everything goes in here… meat, vegetables all kinds of food waste. It is collected from the recycling stores scattered across the island, then it is put in the machine and cooked for 24 hours, where it is broken down into a soil enhancer. “We keep it at over 70 degrees for around 48 hours so all of the bacteria is killed off. What is so great about this machine is that it cuts our waste down massively. 24% of our collected waste is food waste, so instead of having tonnes and tonnes of it rotting in bin bags, you’ve got this nutrient-rich soil enhancer that can actually benefit our surroundings.
“Tresco is a very special place, and it faces unique challenges when it comes to managing waste, recycling and transport links”
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island. The island has just embarked on an ambitious investment programme to move to electric vehicles wherever possible. From electric bikes to golf buggies - and new transport shuttles - the new ecofleet will make a real difference to the local environment, and shows the island’s commitment to doing its bit for the wider world. Among her many sustainability and maintenance projects, Diana has also been responsible for the project management in
“The statistics do all the talking. The island expects to save around 160 tonnes of methane gas per annum, meaning we can have a very direct positive impact on the environment. “In addition to food waste, we collect cooking oil, which is shipped to the mainland to be made into bio-diesel. We also collect metal, which is crushed and condensed into cubes before being transported to Cornwall, where it is sorted and recycled. Glass is crushed and recycled on-island too, and is used to improve our roads and building projects. “Our residual waste is all of the stuff that we cannot recycle. We’re constantly working to reduce our plastic use, but what remains goes on to a waste-to-energy plant, so it doesn’t go to landfill.” Other ways in which the island is actively reducing its carbon fooprint is with electric vehicles and hands-on charity work. Tresco aims to keep traffic down to a minimum, but of course, some vehicles are required for the day-to-day running of the
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delivering the relaunched helicopter service. Environmental considerations have been fundamental throughout the planning process, and with the team’s input, the latest transport link from Penzance to Tresco will be as ecofriendly as possible. From the carbon negative heliport terminal at Penzance - which will help to offset the environmental impact of travel - to the electric shuttle buses at both sites and the new carbon fibre-based AW139 helicopter, the service has been set up in a really innovative way. “The new service is going to make a huge difference, reinvigorating short breaks and day-trips, as well as easy, year-round access to Tresco. Making it as environmentally friendly as possible is wonderful,” Diana adds. Another way in which Tresco contributes to the environment is through continued charity work. The island is one of the core funders of the Isles of Scilly Wildlife Trust and is always looking for creative new ways to support the charity. Recent initiatives include the first guided low tide wildlife walk between Tresco and Bryher, with plenty more in the pipeline for 2020 and beyond. “Tresco is a very special place, and it faces unique challenges when it comes to managing waste, recycling and transport links,” says Diana. “But a lot of thought and consideration goes into everything we do, and we’re proud of how we’re protecting our environment. “We know there is still a lot of work to be done, but we are constantly making progress, and it is very rewarding to see direct positive changes across the island.”
Sustainability in stats
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reduction in our food waste volume through the use of our new biodigester
A CORNISH FAMILY, AN ETHICAL BUSINESS. Back in the 1800’s, our family were grocers, bakers and outfitters. In the early part of the 1900’s, they supplied hotels and restaurants around the Looe and Polperro areas.
WE ARE THE FIFTH GENERATION TO FOLLOW IN THE ENTREPRENEURIAL TRADITION We’re still based in Looe, Cornwall and are still blending and roasting the finest teas and coffees for hotels, restaurants, pubs and coffee shops around Cornwall as well as further afield. We hand blend, hand roast and pack all of our products in Cornwall so everything will arrive fresh, flavourful and ready to serve. Our business is based on service, ethics, quality and fantastic delivery... ...we also like to have a little fun along the way! “Building Cornish Tea and Coffee is a great achievement for all involved, I especially feel very proud of our contribution to the Cornish economy - adding skills and pushing our brand into new countries across the globe.” Duncan Bond, MD.
Would you like to visit the factory? Call 01503 264476 moreteavicar@cornish-tea.co.uk
Jack Bond, Duncan’s son, who loves to sit in on the Monday sales meeting during school holidays. Perhaps our future MD and the Fourth Generation?
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Take a tour
Tresco is a home from home. Whether it’s a quaint cottage, a cosy room at the inn or an apartment with a view, there’s something for everyone. Take a peek inside...
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Sea Garden Apartments Tresco’s beauty is found in its spectacular sea views and its gloriously green spaces; which is why the Sea Garden Apartments make for a gorgeous getaway, boasting everything we love about the island. Head to the on-site pool, sauna, jacuzzi and gym for some ‘me time’, start the day with a cup of coffee on the terrace, or relax in the lounge as the last of the evening light casts a glow across the harbour. Complete with a fully-equipped kitchen, an en-suite bathroom, solid oak heated flooring, WiFi and satellite TV, and barbecue facilities, they’re in the perfect spot to soak up Tresco’s spectacular scenery, within easy reach of all the island’s facilities and best-kept secrets.
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Flying Boat Cottages The Flying Boat Cottages sit in a picture-perfect spot on the island’s western shore. With a cafe, Tresco Stores, bike hire and the roll of the ocean just a stone’s throw from the terraces, guests are in a perfect place to while away the hours as they take in Tresco’s sparkling shoreline. Cool, coastal-inspired decor brings the space to life, with the master bedroom interiors swimming in calming turquoise, perfect for lazy mornings spent wave-watching from bed. Inside, the cottages feature original artwork and a log burning stove to ensure a comfortable stay, complete with flat screen TV and open-plan lounge-dining room perfect for entertaining and socialising with the family. The Flying Boat Cottage terraces are ideal for sipping G&T as the sun sinks behind neighbouring Bryher.
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The New Inn For visitors looking for all the amenities that come with staying in a hotel, The New Inn’s bedrooms are a great fit. Where traditional meets tasteful design, the hotel’s bedrooms are warm and inviting spaces, just a short stroll from New Grimsby harbour - with many rooms enjoying picture-perfect sea views. Downstairs, this charming island pub rustles up gourmet favourites with a delicious Tresco twist, in a warm and inviting atmosphere. The inn’s beautiful beer garden is also a real draw – perfect for soaking up the sun in the summer months. Guests looking for a luxury bed and breakfast getaway should book a room at The New Inn – at the very heart of the island. For 2020, guests staying at The New Inn will also enjoy access to the Island Spa facilities just a few moments’ walk along the harbour.
Explore all of our accommodation at: tresco.co.uk/staying
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Cool, calm & collected Sitting in a stunning spot overlooking Old Grimsby harbour, Seabreeze offers the perfect combination of contemporary class and breezy, beachfront living Images: David Butler
Seabreeze is everything you could possibly wish for in a beachfront pad. It’s light, bright and airy – and boasts some of the most spectacular interior design features – making the most of its undisturbed views over Ravens Porth beach and the islands beyond. Its location, luxurious living spaces and alfresco dining opportunities are just some of the reasons Seabreeze is Tresco’s latest and greatest property.
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Sitting on the water’s edge with the Ruin Beach Café and Tresco’s sailing centre just a stone’s throw away, the property’s outside space is just as important as what lies within. The private rear garden is home to a large pergola with dining area, an outdoor kitchen with barbecue and firepit, and a yoga deck perfect for sunset wellness sessions. To the front, you’ll find a first-floor balcony and ground-floor patio with a pathway sitting between Seabreeze and the golden sands.
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Inside, a maritime mood board is effortlessly mixed with modern furnishings and fabrics, with its very own Tresco wallpaper as a major talking point. Think open-plan living, plenty of entertaining space and beautiful, breezy designs everywhere you turn. Tania Streeter, interior designer at Amelia McNeil, was the brains behind the look and feel of the place. “Adam Dorrien-Smith had seen some of my work at Amelia McNeil,” says Tania. “We joined forces and created a mood board for Seabreeze. The client brief was based on casual and flexible open plan living – with the Tresco coastline as the main inspiration. “It was important to retain the cosy and charming feel of many of Tresco’s cottages – but with contemporary design features running through,” she adds. Throughout the project, Tania’s inspiration was sitting right in front of her. “There’s something oh-so magical about seawater – it makes you feel
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supercharged. And with that in your eyeline, there’s so much you can do to make use of the space and views,” she says. “As you can imagine, spending time on the island triggered lots of inspiration, and the mood board came together quite effortlessly. “A statement table with poured resin and shells running through the middle of it stands centre stage in the kitchen-diner. To achieve this I worked with Richard Becher, a very talented furniture designer. Shells were gathered from the beaches of Tresco by Lucy Dorrien-Smith, along with a bag of sand. These components were then sent to Richard, who brought the vision to life. It is now one of the cottage’s main talking points and forms the heart of the home.” Other highlights inside include the Tresco-themed wallpaper by Hugo Dalton. Hugo’s creations stem from life drawings using pencil, bridging the gap between conceptual and applied art, taking the natural beauty of a landscape and transforming it into a familiar pattern. The clarity and calmness of Tresco and the surrounding Scilly islands have been a source of inspiration for Hugo for some time, so working
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on the Seabreeze project seemed like the perfect partnership for Tania. “Hugo’s wallpaper was one of the first things I ear-marked for the house,” she says. “I used the Lighthouse Palm Chelsea Green in the downstairs WC. Paired with bold, brass fittings – it looks great. I used Archipelago Tide for the upstairs landing and staircase – a beautiful abstract design encompassing island silhouettes surrounded by gently rippling water. It’s wonderfully serene and works really well with the huge window at the top of the landing looking out to sea.” Another important aspect of design in Seabreeze was the use of natural light – and carefully considering the artificial light used inside.
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“The light on Tresco is ever so special – and it was important that the house reflected it in the best way possible,” says Tania. “I had seen work by Lucy Martin, founder of LightFantastic, in Quo Vadis and Barrafina in Soho and absolutely loved it. “Her lighting design is subtle and effective – and just works wonderfully in the big, breezy open spaces at Seabreeze. “When I found out her favourite place to holiday was Tresco, I just knew she would understand the project and deliver.” The wooden staircase is another design feature with a nautical nod. Its pristine beams bend round the big landing window looking out over the beach.
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“Seabreeze was a fantastic project to work on because suppliers were singing from the same hymn sheet,” says Tania. “Nick at Llewellyn Harker Lowe designed the staircase. It looks great from every angle and its open treads and vertical oak banisters play around with the light to create some great shadows and shards of light. “This was something Lucy at LightFantastic was able to pick up on and work with.” Seabreeze effortlessly blends the inside with the outside spaces. Bi-fold doors in the open-plan living space lead out to the al-fresco dining deck and entertaining areas can be found around the firepit and in the garden itself. It’s a garden that perfectly represents life on Tresco. Calm, colourful and captivating. “The garden is a serene sanctuary of its own,” Tania smiles. “The planting was designed by Abbey Garden Curator, Mike Nelhams – as it was important to bring some of the unique plants that grow on Tresco into the grounds. “The garden also boasts an outside kitchen with a fridge, sink and BBQ.
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It was built using granite boulders and a huge piece of Cornish slate for the worktop. “There is also a courtyard garden tucked away and designed as an outdoor yoga studio, complete with hidden rock speakers and bespoke shell art by Lucy Dorrien-Smith. “At the back of the garden is a firepit, perfect for after dinner drinks in the summer months. There are additional seating areas in the front garden, where guests can enjoy an early evening tipple as the twilight colours cast their glow across the Eastern Isles on the horizon.” Tania’s tasteful designs – paired with the property’s breathtaking views of the beach, seascape and beyond – make for the ultimate cottage getaway on Tresco.
For more information and rental availability, visit: tresco.co.uk/staying/seabreeze
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All-rounder
There’s more to Tresco than its turquoise waters and golden beaches. Out of season island adventures offer all things wild and wonderful
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Reasons to visit Tresco out of season OCTOBER HALF TERM Visit Tresco with the family during October half term and there will be plenty to fill your diaries. Expect to find activities such as pizza making workshops and yoga for kids, as well as seasonal gallery exhibitions and family beach clean-ups. It’s a great time for creatives young and old, with pottery classes and ‘Paint the Day’ projects often available, too.
WINTER BREAKS Whether it’s a spacious beachfront cottage or a contemporary apartment by the ocean, the cooler months open up opportunities for shorter, winter breaks. It’s a fantastic chance to experience the island at a quieter time and explore some of its ever-changing, seasonal beauty.
WILD LANDSCAPES Take your camera to Tresco in the winter months and you’re sure to capture something dramatic. Crashing waves, colour-changing gardens and cosy spaces to warm up as day turns to night. Join the island’s October photography break, where guests will learn all
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there is to know about camera-handling, exposure, filtration, composition and creativity.
EXPERIENCE AN ISLAND CHRISTMAS There’s a real sense of community on Tresco all year round, but it’s extra special at Christmas. Enjoy a bit of family time in a Christmassy cottage, take a walk through the Abbey Garden - filled with colour while the rest of the nation’s gardens sit in a winter slumber. Don’t miss festive drinks at The New Inn and a New Year’s Day dip in the sea.
BRING IN THE NEW YEAR Celebrate the turn of the year at The New Inn, where islanders and guests gather for drinks and dancing. Complete with a live band and fancy dress theme, it’s a great way to get in amongst the locals and ring in the New Year - island style.
WARM UP BY THE FIRE The winter chill calls for cosying up by the fire. Gaze at the sea view
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from your cottage as you toast your toes by the log burner after a stroll around the island.
TRY SOMETHING NEW The winter months are a fantastic opportunity to enjoy Tresco’s themed breaks. Spa stays are perfect for rainy days, while foodie breaks are great for sampling some of the island’s flourishing, seasonal produce.
UNWIND IN THE SPA The cooler months are a great time to relax in Tresco’s very own island retreat. Head to Tresco Island Spa for feel-good ila treatments, first-class fitness facilities, a serene swimming pool and tranquil thermal experiences.
“It’s a fantastic chance to experience the island at a quieter time and explore some of its ever-changing, seasonal beauty”
For more information visit: tresco.co.uk/seasons
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Ahead of Triscape’s first Tresco Island retreat in April, we catch up with founder and double World Champion open water swimmer, Keri-anne Payne
Into the blue
“Tresco is a really beautiful, calming place, and getting out in those big open waters can bring real tranquility”
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Research into the benefits of cold water swimming has found it has major health benefits both physically and mentally. It’s a fantastic opportunity to explore the natural world around us, boost our immune systems and combat mental health issues. For Olympians, world-leading coaches and husband and wife team, Keri-anne and David, the blissful open waters of Tresco make the perfect base for retreats. This year, for the first time, Keri-anne is bringing the unique Triscape experience to the island. A fantastic opportunity to join a swimming treat, with an introduction to working in cold water. “We’ve been in conversation with the team on Tresco for some time now,” says Keri-anne. “We tend to host our retreats in various locations across the Caribbean, but to be able to bring Triscape to the UK is very exciting for us,” she adds. “Tresco and Triscape have similar values – something totally different to anything else out there. A truly unique experience… and the whole island ethos seems to be the perfect fit for what we’re offering.” Swimming has always been a big part of Keri-anne’s life, and it’s the very sport that led her to her husband and business partner, David. Keri-anne is a two-time World 10km Open Water champion and Olympic silver medallist, and David charted his success as a two-time Commonwealth Champion, who also represented Great Britain
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in the Olympics. After retiring from competitive sport, the couple were seeking out ways in which they could work together – incorporating travel, swimming and a brand new challenge. “With us both coming from similar career backgrounds, we wanted to continue doing what we love, but we also wanted to travel and meet new people along the way. “It took a bit of brainstorming, and eventually we came up with the idea of Triscape. It escalated quite quickly and our passion soon became a platform to teach others about the health benefits of open water swimming. “The business is based on setting new goals and challenges, and accomplishing them. Whether we’re coaching someone who can’t swim at all, someone who wants to improve and work on their technique, or someone looking to take the plunge and take on open water swimming, whatever their journey is, we are here to help regardless of age and ability.” Open water swimming is not a new phenomenon, but in recent years there has been extensive research into the sport’s physical and mental health benefits – and it’s something the Triscape team are keen to share with the world. “I was born in South Africa and growing up, open water swimming was
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a normal thing – it just wasn’t labelled as ‘open water swimming’, it’s just what we did. “It wasn’t until I was about 18 when I started competing in open water races. Up until then, I had been racing in the pool. In 2008, I took part in the 10km open water event in the Beijing Summer Olympics. I came out with a silver medal and I’ve never looked backed since, going on to take part in the 2012 Summer Olympic Games in London, as well as several other championships.” Now, more and more people are looking to new activities such as open water swimming to improve their lifestyle in more ways than one. “Swimming is a full body workout,” says Keri-anne. “Water is really soft on your joints, so it’s great for those with injuries or restrictions. It also boosts the cardiovascular system and helps to get fitness levels up. “Open water swimming, in particular, is great for mentality. Water is really calming and is the perfect tool for those suffering with any form of anxiety or stress. Cold water swimming encourages movement as it shocks the mitochondria in your body, finding viruses before trying to clear them out. “People who swim in cold water on a regular basis, are finding they are not getting ill as often.” The retreats delivered by Triscape focus on all aspects of fitness, health
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strength, but in actual fact, areas for improvement can often be found in the breath.” After tackling breath, the retreat will include pool sessions for technique training, as well as open water sessions to help build confidence. “We also run what we call a ‘sea safari’, where we go for a swim and explore what is living amongst us. It’s just a bit of fun. “We’re hoping to get some local experts involved, so we can find the best spots for wildlife.” Tresco Triscape guests will enjoy plenty of open water swimming sessions with expert guidance throughout, where Keri-anne will work with individuals to set goals for during and post-retreat. “It’s important that we get to know our Triscape team ahead of the retreat,” says Keri-anne. “It’s a great opportunity for us to, not only chat through the itinerary, but also pin down any worries or anxieties people might have. “We follow this up with one-to-one sessions during the retreat, as well as follow-up phone calls to see how people are getting on post-retreat.” With professional guidance throughout and onward coaching if required, the Triscape experience is an incredible unique and valuable one. Whatever your goal may be, it’s sure to clear the mind, strengthen the body and enlighten the soul. With more and more people setting new goals and seeking out interest holidays, Triscape’s swimming retreats make for the perfect challenge. “Not only will you get to experience this beautiful island, but you’ll also come away having learned the skills to become a more efficient swimmer; and with more efficiency comes the ability to take on new challenges.”
For more information, visit: tresco.co.uk/triscape
and wellbeing, and are often tweaked to best suit the location. “Tresco is a really beautiful, calming place, and getting out in those big open waters can bring real tranquility,” says Keri-anne. “It presents a unique opportunity for a bit of ‘me time’. The water rushes past your ears and you kind of just lose yourself in the moment. “This retreat is all about unique experiences. Getting out in the open water is a pretty rare experience in itself, but what is also unique is the island itself - and we’re going to make the most of that. Sometimes on retreat, we may be restricted to an all-inclusive resort, whereas here, we’ll be really getting to grips with life on the glittering shores of the Isles of Scilly.” So what exactly will the Triscape retreat cover? Sometimes it’s important to get back to basics, Keri-anne tells us. “The first sessions are always about breathing. It sounds incredibly straightforward, but there’s certainly an art to it, and it’s actually one of the things confident swimmers realise they’re getting wrong. “Some people come with a focus on getting faster and improving
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High flyer The new Penzance Helicopters service is flying the flag as the gateway to Tresco
A trip to Tresco is something of an adventure – but not only because of its wildlife, crystal clear waters and exotic gardens – the journey calls for adventure too. A Tresco escape covers air, land and sea – and with the arrival of the Penzance Helicopter service, accessing the island has never been easier. The Penzance to Tresco route holds a special place in the hearts of many islanders and regular visitors. For many, it’s their first memory of arriving on the paradise island - swiftly soaring over Mount’s Bay, Wolf Rock Lighthouse and the idyllic Isles of Scilly, touching down on Tresco in style. After servicing the route from Penzance to Tresco for half a century, the final helicopter flight took place in 2012; but with a great deal of determination on the part of islanders, visitors and friends of Scilly and support from ERDF funding - the service will reinstate a direct link between Tresco and the mainland. The new service comes with a state-of-the-art AW139 helicopter and an incredibly well-connected heliport at Penzance. As of March 2020, guests will be able to arrive at Penzance Heliport – right off the A30 with 270 on-site parking spaces, or take the electric
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shuttle bus to make the one mile journey to Penzance railway station before hopping aboard the AW139 for a speedy trip over the water. This is the only direct service to Tresco, offering a year-round, weather-resilient link with comfort and style in mind. Tresco travel is made easy with this sleek new travel operation delivered by Sloane Helicopters. A 12-seater service with up to 17 flights scheduled per day, six days a week, will open up new and exciting opportunities for islanders, day-trippers and those checking in for longer breaks. There’s something so very special about arriving in the new AW139. As guests take off from mainland England, they will see the white sand beaches and turquoise blue waters shimmering in the distance as the flight approaches Tresco. Tresco is a unique destination to say the least; made even more remarkable with the arrival of this refined, new service from Penzance Heliport. Ahead of the relaunch this spring, we catch up with pilot and general manager, Justin Wood...
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Penzance Heliport nears completion – February 2020
“Tresco is a unique destination to say the least; made even more remarkable with this refined new service from Penzance Heliport”
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Justin Wood, Penzance Helicopters been working ever since to bring it back to life – so in that sense, it’s very rewarding – and will hopefully form an iconic part of Tresco’s aviation history.
WHAT TRIGGERED THE RELAUNCH? The project to reestablish the helicopter link rests on the desire to maximise the reliability and weather resilience of the air link between Scilly and the mainland. A great deal of effort went into the search for the ideal mainland location for the heliport and Penzance wins hands down. The new heliport is virtually at sea level, which counters the disruption inherent with any Cornish cliff-top location when there is low cloud. It is conveniently located from a road and rail connection point of view, at the sheltered top of Mounts Bay, which confers significant weather advantages. There is simply no better location for the link to Scilly.
WHAT CAN YOU TELL US ABOUT THE AW139?
HOW DID YOU KICKSTART YOUR AVIATION CAREER? I first flew solo on a Royal Navy Flying Scholarship when I was 17. I then went on to become a naval aviator in the Fleet Air Arm, flying Sea King and Lynx helicopters, before joining my first front-line squadron in 1984.
The 139 is fast, powerful and great fun to fly! I have flown many helicopters professionally over my 36-years in aviation and I can honestly say the AW139 is the best one yet. It cruises with a full load at about 160mph, so it is significantly faster than the old S61, and it is a smooth ride. Passengers will also enjoy the excellent visibility from the cabin. There’s nothing better than getting a glimpse of the island as we fly in.
WHAT WILL THE NEW SERVICE BRING TO TRESCO? HOW DOES IT FEEL TO BE A PART OF THE RELAUNCH OF THIS ICONIC ROUTE? In a word, terrific! After leaving the Navy in 2001, I flew the Sikorsky S61 helicopter on the Penzance-Scilly route until the last day of the old service on 31 October 2012. Following that, I almost immediately joined the team working to recreate a helicopter link. Anyone who knew and loved the previous service would consider it a huge privilege to return to this route with Sloane Helicopters, and I consider myself extremely lucky to play a part in bringing back a scheduled helicopter service to Scilly.
WHAT CAN YOU TELL US ABOUT TRESCO’S AVIATION HISTORY? Tresco actually has a historic link with maritime aviation. During the First World War, flying-boats operated from RNAS Tresco - hence the ‘Flying Boat cottages’, which were built on the same site. Fast-forward over 100 years, the flying-boat legacy lives on and aviation still remains a key player for Tresco and the Scilly Isles. I flew for 11 years on the old service. It was a wonderful experience and a number of colleagues and regular passengers became life-long friends. The previous company decided to focus on other aspects of their business, but there was a huge market for the service, and we’ve
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This resilient new service will operate to both St Mary’s and Tresco, but we know that the return of a direct link to Tresco will appeal to ‘day-trip’ passengers visiting the Abbey Gardens or the island in general. Those staying on Tresco or Bryher will also have a simpler, more comfortable journey to and from the islands all year round; and I am sure there will be a growth in visitor numbers as a result.
HOW WILL YOU BE CELEBRATING THE LAUNCH? The service launches on 17 March. In due course we will be hosting open days to give first-time and longstanding passengers the opportunity to find out more about the new service, and to thank everyone that has made this service a reality. Personally, I’ll be raising a glass of Cornish ale once I’m off duty!
FIRST FLIGHT? Our first scheduled flight will be operating on the morning of Tuesday 17 March 2020.
For more information, visit: penzancehelicopters.co.uk / 01604 817115
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Ruin Beach Café We lift the lid on a Ruin favourite
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Creamy crab linguine with chilli and lemongrass Serves 2
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For fish stock 1kg fish bones - flat fish, if available 1 bulb of fennel, roughly chopped 1 white onion, roughly chopped 2 sticks of celery, roughly chopped 2 star anise 1 large bunch of parsley
1. Make a fish stock using fish bones, fennel, onion, celery, star anise and half the bunch of parsley, saving the other half for later
For the pasta dish 250g white crab meat (cooked) 500ml double cream 1 stick of lemongrass Small red chilli, finely chopped Handful of spinach 150g linguine pasta Salt and pepper to season
2. Cover ingredients with water, simmer for an hour, strain, bring to the boil and simmer again until reduced by half 3. Add double cream and lemongrass to the fish stock - simmer further until the consistency is thick and creamy and the volume has reduced by approximately half again 4. Meanwhile, cook the linguine in a separate pan 5. Remove the lemongrass from the fish stock, add the white crab meat, spinach, parsley and chilli 6. Mix together and season 7. Add the cooked linguine to the sauce mixture, fold well and serve
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AT THE HELM
James Jones, Head Chef at Ruin Beach Café
Laid-back Scilly vibes meet modern Mediterranean flavours at the wonderfully rustic Ruin Beach Café, where James Jones heads up the kitchen THE SOUTH WEST HAS ALWAYS BEEN A PART OF MY DNA… I’ve always worked in hotels in the South West. I was in Cornwall before I made Tresco home three years ago. When I took the job, I had no idea how to get here. In the end it took me eight hours on the freight boat something I now realise is far from a regular occurrence, but was certainly an adventure!
I MADE MY STAMP BY… Gradually changing the menu and experimenting with produce and recipes. Island life requires lots of flexibility and creativity – particularly in the kitchens. You have to be clever with ingredients as deliveries do not come thick and fast on a daily basis, as they might in other situations.
THE LAID-BACK, BEACH VIBE IS EVIDENT IN EVERYTHING FROM THE DISHES TO THE DECOR… The Ruin is a place you can stumble into straight from the beach, kick off your flip-flops and indulge – whether that’s with a colourful cocktail, a salad bowl in the sun or a pizza party with friends as the sun sets over Tresco.
OUR PRODUCE IS FRESH, FEEL-GOOD AND WE FIND MUCH OF IT HERE ON THE ISLES OF SCILLY… We get as much as we can from Bryher when it comes to fruit, veg and seafood such as crab and lobster. We also source what we can from our very own Abbey Garden - pumpkins, courgettes, rocket, parsley and what have you.
WHEN I’M NOT WORKING IN THE RUIN KITCHEN… I like to fully embrace life on Tresco. The Low Tide Events in the spring and summer months is a great thing to get involved in. You’ll often find me out in the channel in my chef whites, shorts and wellies. Sometimes we’ll cater for celebrations, barbecues and private parties too; and in the school holidays we’ll host pizza-making workshops and handson activities for the kids.
FAMILY TIME MEANS… WE DON’T TAKE OURSELVES TOO SERIOUSLY AT THE RUIN… We champion ourselves on creating laid-back, sharing dishes for sociable dining – with a touch of Mediterranean style. Guests can expect platters, pizzas, English classics and seafood specialities such as the crab linguine – a real crowd favourite.
Beach days! We always make an effort to enjoy our fantastic surroundings, and I guess I get to enjoy that in the workplace too – the Ruin is in an enviable location. We’re very lucky with the climate throughout the seasons here, so as a family we like to spend much of our free time out in the garden or exploring the other islands.
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After its popularity at the Low Tide Events, this tasty dish is a favourite on The New Inn menu
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Mackerel burger with beetroot relish and horseradish mayo Serves 2
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4 mackerel fillets 2 brioche burger buns A large handful of rocket 2 tbsp mayonnaise 1 tbsp horseradish sauce 1 large cooked red beetroot, diced 1 tbsp crème fraiche Small bunch chives, finely chopped 1/2 lemon
1. Make the beetroot relish by combining beetroot, chives, juice from the half lemon and crème fraiche in a small bowl and set aside
Drizzle of rapeseed oil Salt and pepper to season
2. In a separate bowl, combine horseradish and mayonnaise, also setting aside for later 3. Lightly oil and season the mackerel fillets - grill skin side up for approximately 3-4 minutes (depending on the size of your fish) until lightly golden 4. Toast brioche buns 5. Spread the bottom bun with beetroot relish and the top bun with the horseradish mayonnaise 6. Stack mackerel fillets, rocket and sandwich buns together to create your burger 7. Serve and enjoy
James’ top mackerel tips We use fresh, locally-sourced mackerel from Newlyn in west Cornwall. It’s at its best and most prolific between April and October. A bright eye and shiny skin is a sign of freshness – a really fresh mackerel won’t droop if held horizontally. Mackerel has been awarded sustainability certification, meaning it’s an ethical choice. A V-cut fillet makes it much easier to remove the spine.
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Elderflower Collins INGREDIENTS 50ml Tarquin’s elderflower and grapefruit Cornish gin 25ml lemon juice 25ml elderflower cordial Soda dash Collins glass with ice Two lemon slices Fennel sprig garnish Straw
METHOD 1. Add gin, lemon juice and cordial into a Collins glass 2. Fill halfway with soda and stir (add more lemon juice or cordial to taste) 3. Fill glass with ice and top with more soda if needed 4. Garnish with two lemon slices and a fennel sprig (mint as an alternative) 5. Add straw and serve
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HAND BLENDED & HAND ROASTED IN CORNWALL. The state of the art roaster at HQ gives our coffee its exceptional flavour.... From the beautifully roasted Wreckers Roast to Premium Gold Roast; our coffee is always hand roasted in Cornwall and delivers the absolute best in quality, time and time again. Consistency is extremely important to us and that’s why we only import from Guatemala, Brazil, Colombia and Ethiopia.
OVER 20 EXPERTLY CRAFTED FLAVOURS OF HAND BLENDED TEA SMUGGLERS BREW: Our iconic daily tea of Cornwall! Smugglers Brew is now widely recognised as the tea of choice for the Cornish people. LOOSE LEAF: Now with over 20 blends of tea, you can choose exactly what’s right for you; whether it’s calming Chamomile or invigorating Passionfruit and Orange. FUSIONS: Fusions are bang on trend and offer beautiful blends such as Earl Grey and Rose Petal or Green Tea with Coconut.
Duncan Bond, MD - inspecting the daily roast; he’s always checking in with the various departments (even when they don’t want him to!).
Would you like to visit the factory? Call 01503 264476 moreteavicar@cornish-tea.co.uk
A gin thing Westward Farm, Tresco Abbey Garden Gin, St Agnes, Isles of Scilly, 40% vol, 35cl Our Tresco Abbey Garden gin is inspired by the diverse array of beautiful plants found in the sub-tropical island gardens. We worked closely with Westward Farm to select aromatic and exotic species and distilling them alongside more conventional gin botanicals. The hero ingredient is the tiny, fragrant foliage of the handsome South African confetti bush, Coleonema - delivering lingering savouring notes of pine and citrus, both unique and delicious. The result is a sophisticated and complex gin, perfect in a Martini or with tonic.
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Trescotini INGREDIENTS 60ml Tresco Abbey Garden gin 10ml white vermouth (Martini Bianco/Noilly Prat) Lemon peel Coleonema sprig
METHOD 1. Cool a Martini glass with ice 2. Add Tresco Abbey Garden gin and Martini to shaker 3. Shake and fine strain into the cooled Martini glass 4. Garnish with a twist of lemon peel and colonema sprig
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Take a Scilly food trail while staying on Tresco. From fish shacks and ice cream parlours, to farm shops and bakeries, the eating opportunities are endless
Tresco FOR DAYTIME BITES The Flying Boat This beachfront dining destination is in a prime position with views across New Grimsby harbour. Watch the world go by with a coffee and pastry or an indulgent brunch on the terrace; enjoy a late afternoon sundowner, or join one of our pop-up feast nights for the finest Scillonian seafood.
FOR VIEWS Ruin Beach Café A rustic treat with something for everyone. Whether it’s a cup of coffee on the deck as the children play on the beach, freshly caught fish, or a pizza party with the whole family, this two AA Rosette restaurant blurs the lines between Mediterranean dining and Tresco’s laid back vibe.
FOR SOMETHING TRADITIONAL The New Inn A cosy island inn, serving up gourmet favourites with a Tresco twist. Enjoy a refreshing pint in the beer garden or cosy up for a hearty dinner inside.
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The menu boasts the best of land and sea produce, with a delicious dessert menu serving up all your gastro-pub favourites.
FOR SOMETHING SWEET Garden Cafe The go-to spot for a cup of coffee, a light lunch or an indulgent cream tea. The Garden Café is the perfect place to rest those legs after a tour of the Abbey Garden. Relax, unwind and while away the afternoon with freshly-baked scones and seasonal sips.
Bryher FOR SEAFOOD The Crab Shack
This rustic eatery overlooks the wave-wracked western shores of Bryher and features three local seafood dishes on its menu - Bryher crab, mussels and scallops. Delicious seafood and shellfish dishes are served informally in Portuguese cataplanas, in-keeping with the relaxed setting. Diners can expect a laid-back, flavour-packed feast just moments from the boats that sourced the ‘catch of the day’.
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FOR SOMETHING SWEET Veronica Farm Fudge Founded 24 years ago, the Taylor Family still make fudge using traditional farmhouse methods. Their delicious vanilla fudge is freshly handmade on Veronica Farm, with top quality local ingredients including Scillonian milk, butter and clotted cream. Their mouthwatering fudge includes the finest Madagascan bourbon vanilla, Scillonian sea salt collected from Scilly’s crystal clear waters and scotch whisky and sweet stem ginger. You can pick up a bag at the little honesty stall outside the farmhouse.
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selling directly to customers in the farm shop. With over 30 flavours, Troytown ice cream is made in small batches and has a luxurious creamy texture due to the fresh whole milk and cream.
FOR SEAFOOD Island Fish The Pender Family has been fishing the waters of Scilly for generations, a skill that has been passed from father to son and daughter, and learnt at a very early age. Island Fish offers a sustainable approach to fishing and catches Scillonian lobster and crab for the people of Bryher and beyond - with daily fisherman deliveries to Tresco. Foodies can visit the Island Fish Cafe and shop located just where you get off the boat at Bar.
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FOR SOMETHING SWEET Troytown Farm Troytown Farm is the only dairy farm in Scilly, with nine Jersey and Ayrshire milking cows processing milk in their own little dairy before
FOR SEAFOOD High Tide High Tide is a small seafood restaurant run by chef and owner, Mark Eberlein. It’s perfect for relaxed evening dining with a small menu that contains as much fresh local produce as possible from the surrounding islands and Cornwall. With fantastic views of the Western Rocks and Bishop Rock Lighthouse, the High Tide Seafood Restaurant offers scallops, mackerel, hake fillet and duck leg confit on their fantastic menu.
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FOR SOMETHING SWEET Strudel in Town
FOR SOMETHING DIFFERENT Dibble & Grub Specialising in Mediterranean cuisine, Dibble & Grub is a restaurant and bar on Porthcressa beach in Hugh Town. Tapas, salads, filled pittas and paninis are the flavours of the Mediterranean that fill their kitchen. All of their dishes are freshly prepared from carefully sourced ingredients with emphasis on locality, sustainability, traceability and quality. Their bright dining room has beautiful views of the bay and also features a beachfront terrace for alfresco dining.
Strudel in Town is the place to visit if you are after the some of the best coffee on the island. With fantastic views across the harbour, this small café serves delicious German lunches, soups, paninis and cakes. Enjoy Studel’s barista coffees made with organically grown beans roasted in Germany. Strudel up Country is the business’s sister cafe situated in the middle of the Island and serves relaxed, lazy launches, simple German food and cakes - an ideal destination if you fancy an idyllic walk followed by an afternoon in sunny, garden surroundings.
FOR SOMETHING DIFFERENT Tanglewood
FOR VIEWS Juliet’s Garden
The Tanglewood Kitchen Company offers local produce, handmade ready meals and the opportunity to enjoy a truly unique dining experience at The Tanglewood Table. This one-table, intimate dining spot invites foodies to take a seat while chefs work in an open-plan kitchen to deliver an exceptional group dining event.
Situated above Porthloo Beach, 15 minutes from Hugh Town, Juliet’s Garden is one of the island’s most loved establishments enjoyed by visitors and islanders alike. The restaurant has beautiful, terraced outside seating as well as a large and warm converted barn loft for the cooler days or evening dining. Juliet’s has seen the start of two themed nights
“This one-table, intimate dining spot invites foodies to take a seat while chefs work in an open-plan kitchen to deliver an exceptional group dining event” Tanglewood
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recently, Steak Night on Mondays with Steve Sherris playing his Spanish guitar and Seafood Night on Thursdays. It offers delicious food in a friendly atmosphere.
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morning coffee and cake, lunch or afternoon tea during the day.
FOR SOMETHING DIFFERENT The Island Bakery
FOR SEAFOOD Adam’s Fish & Chips
Run by Barney and Ella McLachlan, the Island Bakery is an indulgent, St Martin’s favourite. Here you’ll find a selection of handmade organic breads, traditional Cornish pasties and a variety of homemade tarts, pies, pizzas and filled rolls.
This family-run restaurant serves fish caught by Adam himself, and makes chips from potatoes grown on the family farm. The restaurant has inside and canopy seating and all food is freshly prepared on site.
FOR VIEWS The Sevenstones Inn
Whatever the occasion, Adam’s Fish & Chips can offer all of your chip shop favourites, as well as many other ‘catch of the day’ specialities.
FOR SOMETHING SWEET Polreath Cafe This small, friendly, family-run café, situated in a stunning garden setting on the beautiful island of St Martin’s, is the ideal base for island exploration. Guests can relax in their airy conservatory, plantsman’s garden or traditional Scillonian glasshouse to enjoy
A quirky, rustic, family-run pub with magnificent views, The Sevenstones Inn sources as much produce from the island and surrounding seas as possible. It produces excellent comfort food complemented by delicious well-kept ales. The menu is full of hearty pub grub and delicious daily specials, such as sandwiches, pasties and tasty seafood. There’s also something to quench your thirst at the Sevenstones, whether you like a Pimms or a refreshing Westward Farm gin, there is something for everyone to sit back and enjoy after a picture-perfect island mooch.
As the South West’s leading supplier of speciality fresh foods, we are proud to share a genuine passion for food with the Tresco Estate. Together, we are delighted to be able to provide Tresco’s visitors with the very finest locally grown fresh produce, along with a truly inspiring range of fine foods curated from the region’s many award-winning artisan food and drink producers.
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For staying en route LYMPSTONE MANOR Devon is home to a luxury five-star country house hotel overlooking the tranquillity of the Exe Estuary and the Jurassic Coast. With 21 luxurious guestrooms and suites, acclaimed Michelin star dining by Michael Caines and 28 acres of grounds, Lympstone Manor offers a luxurious escape in a stunning, south coast harbour town. lympstonemanor.co.uk
NUMBER THIRTY EIGHT CLIFTON Located in Clifton, Bristol, Number Thirty Eight consists of 12 stylish bedrooms in a recently refurbished Georgian merchant’s house. This boutique hotel, owned by Dorrien-Smith brothers Adam and Michael, has stunning panoramic city views and is an ideal place to stay on the way to Tresco. Number Thirty Eight offers guests a contemporary ‘home away from home’ feel, focusing on providing their customers with the highest level of comfort and care. number38clifton.com
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THE OLD COASTGUARD The Old Coastguard is a 14-bed seaside hotel overlooking the rocks on the edge of the fishing village of Mousehole. Sister hotel to the multi award winning Gurnard’s Head, both venues are just 15 minutes from the new heliport in Penzance, perfect for a pre or post Tresco pit-stop. oldcoastguardhotel.co.uk
RAINBOW HOUSE The Dorrien-Smith family's beachfront holiday home on the island of
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Barbados is considered a gem among the south coast villas. Situated on a superb white sand beach looking out to aquamarine waters, Rainbow House has four air-conditioned bedrooms, each with an en-suite bathroom, elegant veranda for dining, large open terrace with a gas grill/barbecue and canopied deck for quiet lounging. tresco.co.uk/rainbow-house
WATERGATE BAY An ideal stopover when flying to Tresco from nearby Newquay Airport or a perfect Cornish coastal getaway in its own right. Keep an eye out for regular four-night coastal escapes and spend two nights at Watergate Bay followed by two nights on Tresco in a Sea Garden Apartment.
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For food & drink THE COOK KITCHEN Homemade and wholesome! The COOK Kitchen supplies delicious, fresh cooked meals to Tresco Stores. Using local ingredients and homegrown techniques, pick up a COOK Kitchen culinary creation from the store and enjoy it with family in your cosy cottage hideaway. A good-for-the-soul Tresco takeaway.
WESTWARD FARM This family-run micro-distillery on St. Agnes island produces our exclusive Tresco Abbey Garden gin as well as a series of island-inspired varieties.
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Botanicals are grown onsite in Scilly's distinctive climate.
For culture
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MARK RICHARDS Mark’s woodwork and epoxy art is inspired by a love of the ocean and its ever-changing waves. He lives in Perranporth, Cornwall and has spent much of his time creating works for Gallery Tresco. Visit the gallery, where you’ll see his breathtaking wooden creations depicting Scilly in a unique medium.
This London-based wine supplier brings a plethora of sommelierselected wines to Tresco Stores. A light and crisp Sancerre is perfect for balmy afternoons watching the sun set over your cottage terrace.
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Fay Page solid silver Scilly Bee
For fashion & beauty FAY PAGE Located on the nearby island of St Martin’s, Fay Page jewellery is handmade in an island workshop with a beautiful range inspired by the breathtaking location and natural landscape. Fay’s unique creations include charms, rings, bangles, earrings, cufflinks and chains – all inspired by the treasures of Scilly, such as shells, pebbles, boats and blackberries.
ILA GLOWING RADIANCE RANGE If the fresh air and clear waters of Tresco don’t already do enough for your complexion, Tresco Island Spa’s organic skincare offering will. ila – an ancient Sanskrit word for ‘Mother Earth’ – is the rejuvenating brand working its magic in the spa, with the Glowing Radiance range proving the most popular amongst guests and therapists. Not only will these ‘glowing’ products be used in treatments, but they’re available for guests who wish to take a bit of Tresco tranquillity away with them.
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Mount View, Penzance Boasting both a picturesque and practical location on the Cornish coastline in Penzance, Mount View offers up the perfect package for Tresco visitors. With ample spaces at Scilly Parking, as well as and luxury accommodation on site, it’s the ideal spot for staying overnight both before and after a trip to the Isles of Scilly. With spectacular views overlooking Mount’s Bay and St Michael’s Mount, Mount View offers five, first-class properties complete with en-suite bathroom and kitchen area. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi, Freeview TV, heating, bed linen and towels. Accommodation is spread across a Shepherd’s Hut, Lodge, Hideaway, Cabin and Lookout – all just a stone’s throw from Scilly Parking. The properties are available all year round and each of them sleeps two people in a kingsize bed. With prices from just £80 per night, it’s a great place to start or finish a Scilly adventure. And with breakfast included in the rate, a morning at Mount View will set visitors up nicely for a trip to Tresco, Scilly and beyond. Transport to and from the Scillonian Quay or Penzance Heliport will be provided by Scilly Parking. mountviewshepherdhuts.co.uk
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Scillonian-caught lobster, crab & fish delivered to Tresco daily ready to eat Also available: dressed & picked crab, potted crab & quiche Suppliers to Tresco & Bryher for over 50 years www.islandfish.co.uk Tel: 01720 423880 Email: contactus@islandfish.co.uk
//MOTOR BOATS //SAILING BOATS //KAYAKS //SUPS //PEDAL BOARDS Available to hire by the hour, day or week We are a local, island family and have been hiring from Bryher for over 50 years. We will deliver to your nearest beach and use our wealth of knowledge to ensure you have the best day out.
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From historical forts and exotic gardens, to deserted beaches and top class sporting facilities, there’s something to keep everyone busy on Tresco
Land Whether you’re a fitness fanatic, nature-lover or a creative looking for inspiration, a trip to Tresco has you covered with plenty of on-land activities the whole family will enjoy…
WHEELS IN MOTION There’s an abundance of bikes on Tresco, and as its the primary form of transport on the island, there is a range of bikes to hire from Graham at the Bike Hire Shed next to Tresco Stores. Whether it’s a quick trip to pick up some milk on a morning or picturesque cycle up and over Appletree Road towards the Abbey Garden, there’s plenty to discover on two wheels.
postures and working with the breath. Private sessions and retreats are also available.
FOODIE THRILLS Tresco's food scene is ever-evolving and presents plenty of opportunity for foodies to enjoy vibrant, Scillonian dining. Whether it's a perfect island picnic made up of Tresco Stores' locally-sourced goods, a rustic feast at The Ruin, or cream tea at the Abbey Garden Cafè.
FEEL-GOOD FITNESS Guests looking for a bit of island 'zen', should join Gem Hansen's weekly vinyasa yoga class - a flowing, dynamic sequence of movement,
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UNWIND & INDULGE For those seeking a bit of tranquil 'me time', the Tresco Island Spa ticks
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all the boxes. Go here for indulgent ila treatments, first-class fitness facilities, a swimming pool and thermal suites.
GREEN SPACES Head to Tresco's sub-tropical Abbey Garden and get lost in the beauty of flourishing flowers, picture-perfect plants and beautiful blooms. It's like nowhere else in the country, and a wonderful place to while away the hours.
AT ONE WITH NATURE Tresco is a birdwatcher’s paradise, especially in the spring and autumn when migratory birds such as puffins, razorbills and guillemots fly in. The island has two bird hides and throughout the year you can join experts from the Isles of Scilly Wildlife Trust or local naturalist, Will Wagstaff, for guided walks and educational tours.
LOOKING BACK Ever looked into the history of Tresco and the Isles of Scilly? Don’t forget to stroll across the island in search of a number of different historical monuments, charting the colourful history of Scilly. You’ll find the remains of two Tudor forts, the 17th century Cromwell Castle and a WW1 sea plane base. Paired with Tresco’s 19th century exotic gardens, this idyllic island has a plethora of places to explore for budding historians.
GAME, SET, MATCH Feeling competitive? Challenge your chums to an afternoon on the court. With two astroturf courts situated near the Island Spa, and an all-weather court at the Sea Garden Cottages, there is plenty of capacity to get your tennis fix. Courts are available to book at Tresco Island Spa - where the team will be able to help you with racquets and balls.
INSPIRING ART A trip to Tresco isn’t complete without a visit to the wonderful Gallery Tresco. Sitting in a peaceful location on the waterfront in New Grimsby, go here for a spectacular showcase of leading artists, ceramicists and sculptures. You'll also find a series of evocative works in cottages and restaurants across the island. Many of the gallery’s exhibiting artists are from, or have been inspired by, the beauty of Scilly. Here you’ll find works from the likes of Tom Rickman, Amanda Hoskin and Gary Long, plus many other guest artists.
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KEEPING FIT Tresco ticks all the boxes for a wind-down trip in the sunshine, but there’s plenty to keep fitness and sports enthusiasts happy, too. The island’s strong sporting heritage means it is home to an active cricket club and a gig club, who row beautiful historic pilot gigs. There are also many health and wellbeing-focused breaks and retreats on offer throughout the year.
Hop on a boat and tee off at Britain’s most westerly golf course on St Mary’s. Golfers can enjoy a nine-hole, 18 tee course with beautiful island vistas in every direction. The course is open all year round and has a welcoming clubhouse, perfect for post-game refreshments.
ISLAND RIDING With unrivalled peaceful surroundings just a stone’s throw from Tresco, St Mary’s Riding Centre has easy access to lots of coastal bridleways, farm tracks and country lanes. Enjoy breathtaking views of the islands as you explore the coast on horseback - and perhaps even paddle through the shallow, crystal clear waters, too. For less confident riders, the centre also offers trips on horse-drawn carriages.
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Sea The opportunities are endless when you take to Tresco's tranquil turquoise waters…
ISLAND HOPPING Take in Tresco’s beauty from the water. Experience the entirety of Scilly with Tresco Boat Services, offering a number of scenic routes across the islands. Trips include island-hopping experiences, nature tours and private hire services; and new for 2020 are scenic sunset cruises and guided local fishing trips.
SEARCHING FOR SEALS Plan a visit to neighbouring St Martin’s, where wildlife-lovers can get up close and personal with seals in their natural environment. You’ll be geared up in snorkelling equipment as you explore the crystal clear seas and all that lives beneath them.
A BIG GIG Be part of a quintessential Scillonian experience as you watch pilot gigs take to the waves. These traditional wooden sea-faring rowing boats were originally used as a way of earning a living with competing islands racing to reach passing ships, piloting them safely through the treacherous Scillonian waters. Now, they’re raced across the world, but their spiritual home remains on Scilly. Tresco invites guests to cheer on the gigs as they race out at sea. Catch the ladies' race on Wednesday nights and the men's race on a Friday. A holiday must-do!
For more information, find us at the Island Office or visit: tresco.co.uk/enjoying
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Wetsuits at the ready Calling all thrill-seekers! There's no better place to get out in the open water. Find your watersport fix over at Tresco Sailing Centre, Hut 62 Boat Hire and Bryher Boatyard. With everything from day-boats and dinghies, to kayaks and paddle boards, Tresco is the perfect place to enjoy a little on-water adventure.
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White Pavilion Gazebos More than just a gazebo… A sunny afternoon on Tresco is not complete without a trip to the New Inn, where you can while away the hours on the terrace, sheltered by one of our White Pavilion Gazebos. A late afternoon refreshment awaits in the beer garden after a day exploring the island’s beaches. With a design life of 20 years, our gazebos are trusty companions, perfect for transforming outside areas into sociable spaces for friends, family and customers to enjoy. Whether it is set up in the garden at home, used as shelter over a hot tub or swim spa, or used as outdoor entertaining space – be it at a wedding, event or a venue, there’s a gazebo to suit every use and occasion. A White Pavilion Gazebo can be whatever you want it to be – with other uses including exhibition trade stands, car ports and outside classrooms.
We create bespoke outside spaces for the home and for business. For more information, give our team a call on: 01653 695 285 or email: info@whitepaviliongazebos.co.uk | whitepaviliongazebos.co.uk
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Colour Study Top, £45 Peaceful Haven Culottes, £65 – both available from May Shoot location: Looking out to Pentle Bay, Tresco
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Free spirit Get lost in a world where nature comes first. Check out Seasalt’s organic shoreline showcase during a field trip to Scilly... Rewind to the summer of 1981 in the Cornish town of Penzance, where Seasalt started its authentic, organic fashion range. Since its humble beginnings as traditional workwear for coastal communities, it has grown to become one of the finest, coastal-inspired clothing ranges in the UK. For spring/summer 2020, Seasalt's like-minded creatives took to Scilly shores on a fashion field trip, where the natural beauty found on Tresco formed much of the inspiration for the new collection. Just 28 miles from where the Seasalt story began in Penzance, the team left the hustle and bustle of mainland life behind and lost themselves in the exotic tranquillity of Tresco. Passing sailboats, white sand beaches and the subtropical paradise of the Abbey Garden made for the perfect, whimsical backdrop for the new Cornish collection. Taking inspiration from the island’s rare blooms, glow-getting sunsets and swaying palm trees, Seasalt introduces the Scilly Field Trip collection...
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Quick Sketch Dress, £59.95 – available from May Shoot location: Tresco Abbey Garden
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Halldrine Dress, £55 – available from May Shoot location: Old Grimsby, Tresco
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Island Escape Dress, £69.95 – available from April Shoot location: Old Grimsby, Tresco – boat kindly loaned by the Dorrien-Smith family
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Pure & simple The true essence of ila lies within its faith in the power of nature - an ethos it shares with Tresco When selecting a treatment range for Tresco Island Spa, it was important to seek out soothing, restorative and profound products that share the same values with the island. ila’s natural healing energy, paired with Tresco’s wild landscape, is the perfect tonic for those searching for a peaceful place to relax, unwind and recover. “Scilly is a really special place,” says Hannah Abnett, Spa Manager at Tresco Island Spa. “And what I really love about working and living on Tresco is how everything links up so nicely,” she adds. “I came here six years ago for a season, totally fell in love with the place and decided I wanted to stay. The ila product range has been here since the spa opened, and so I’ve grown as a therapist with the ila ethos rooted in me. “Working with organic products and adopting the ila ethos on a day-to-day basis is a real joy
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- and to be able to step outside and the same lifestyle applies, is very unique.” ila is the Sanskrit word for earth, and the ancient earth is at the very heart of the brand. Every product and therapy on the treatment list is centred on ancient yogic techniques. ila rediscovers this early knowledge and embraces it in a contemporary way that remains true today. With ila comes the promise of purity. Each and every ingredient, process and blend is what ila calls, ‘beyond organic’ - with a story to tell at every stage of plant or mineral-based production. “ila products are sourced from all over the world,” says Hannah. “The founder, Denise Leicester, works with tribes in the Amazon Rainforest to develop the products. Argan oil is sourced from Morocco, Himalayan salt crystals come from Kashmir and blending is done by
hand in the Cotswolds.” From soil to skin, ila goes to great lengths to retain its purity. This, in turn, facilitates a channel of flow as natural healing energy runs through the body. “The reason we have always stayed with ila is because they’re completely organic - their philosophy is on health and wellbeing, rather than being merely results driven, which ties in really nicely with the island and the whole feel of the place. “People can come in, enjoy a good-for-thesoul treatment and go away feeling fully refreshed. It’s as simple as that. There is no reason to over-complicate things.” ila is an English brand based in the Cotswolds. Its main focus is on natural ingredients, chakras and energies. It delves a little deeper into the wellness experience. “One of our most popular treatments is the ila Kundalini Back Therapy,” says Hannah.
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“It’s a chakra healing treatment, so it embodies everything ila represents. It works with each individual chakra to rejuvenate and rebalance the body.” It is exactly what it says on the treatment list - ‘ideal for emotionally exhausted souls’. The perfect treat for those escaping to Scilly. “It’s a back therapy treatment that works to rebalance the energies; a great opportunity to really switch off, and that’s what we’re about and what ila is about.” The Warm Bamboo Massage is another
comfort of their own home or cottage. The Glowing Radiance range is based on the purest India Rose Otto - an essential oil sourced from a working family in the foothills of the Himalayas. “Here we found Pawan and his family, who have been growing and distilling roses for many generations,” says founder, Denise Leicester. The range is made up of body creams, face oils, face scrubs and bath oils, and is truly rejuvenating thanks to its anti-oxidant
favourite full-body ritual. “This one uses bamboo canes to stretch the muscles,” says Hannah. “It’s quite a firm pressure - a completely different treatment to the Kundalini, but it’s great for anyone taking part in sport. “We have some sport and wellness retreats taking place on-island now, so I’m sure this treatment will become very popular amongst those visitors.” The spa offers a whole host of unique ila treatments as well as best-selling products available for guests to buy and try in the
rich argan oil, helping skin cells revitalise, creating a glowing complexion. Other ila client favourites include the Renewed Recovery collection - a sustainable blend of bioactive Amazonian plant extracts and one of nature’s purest and most concentrated harvests of health. “We are so lucky to be working with ila. Its ethos and values are similar to our own - and its our job to ensure our clients’ spa experiences marry up with their overall Tresco experience. Peace, tranquillity and a taste of what nature has to offer.”
Tresco Island Spa at a glance
SAUNA Relax, unwind and let heat detoxify the body in the thermal suite.
STEAM ROOM Cleanse and purify the complexion with a moment of quiet in the steam room.
SWIMMING POOL Take a plunge into the refreshing blue waters of Tresco’s indoor swimming pool, sitting as the spa’s centrepiece.
JACUZZI The perfect place to bubble away and soak away any stress after a busy day.
GYM A well-equipped studio great for those looking to let off some steam indoors.
"The ila product range has been here since the spa opened, and so I’ve grown as a therapist with the ila ethos rooted in me"
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Planting for success Tresco Abbey Garden is a magnet for those in search of some of the most unique natural beauty in the UK; and with thousands of visitors strolling through the grounds every year, there’s plenty to keep the garden team busy. A team who, with the help of scholarship students, can ensure the gardens bask in their glory all-year-round. “The scholarship is so valuable to us,” says Abbey Garden Curator and head of the scholarship scheme, Mike Nelhams. “We couldn’t work without the students, they’re integral to the team.” The scholarship dates right back to the early 70s when, after Studley Horticulture and Agricultural College for Women closed, its money was put into a fund shared out for agricultural, horticultural and veterinary
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scholarships. One of those scholarships was set up specifically for Tresco. “I was the second student to take part in the Tresco scholarship,” says Mike. “It was in 1976 - and from then on, we continued with one scholarship per year. I came back to run the gardens in 1984 and because the scholarship was so important to me and my growth, I upped the game, bringing in more students and opening up new opportunities.” Today, as the garden continues to grow, so does the scholarship, with three budding gardeners joining the team each autumn for a year-long placement. “It’s great that we can use Tresco’s name to help point aspiring gardeners in the right direction,” says Mike.
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Tresco Abbey Garden is home to exotic plants from all over of the globe, but it is also home to horticulture students putting down their roots and blossoming in the world of botanics “Different students come in at different stages, there’s no entry level expectation here. “This garden is unique - there’s nothing like it growing outside in Britain, and so - like the garden itself - we like to see great variety in our students. Every individual brings something different to the Abbey Garden, and that’s really important. “Right now, we have Harriet, Emma and Louise. “Harriet came to us from Duchy College for some practical work experience. We saw something in Harriet, so we asked her to apply for the scholarship. She is in the early stages of her horticultural career, whereas Emma and Louise have both worked a little bit further up the ladder.
“Louise has been at Cambridge University Botanic Garden and Emma has been at Oxford University Botanic Garden - and so they will gain something completely different to what Harriet might learn from the experience.” What makes the Abbey Garden scholarship so unique is the environment in which the students are working. It’s a fantastic opportunity to delve deeper into horticulture, working with unfamiliar plants and a completely different climate. “Because of our exotic plant range, students will pick up a lot of knowledge on the Mediterranean climate zone. They won’t find that anywhere else in Britain. Students can then take this experience and go overseas. It is an incredibly valuable understanding of the natural world.
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"We are in a very special place, in a very special garden on a very special island - and we never lose sight of that"
“As well as hands-on experience in the gardens, we occasionally take field trips to various locations in Europe, where we can pick up further knowledge to complement this garden. “At the end of the year, I’d love to think that we can send our students to any garden in the world and they could fit in and be useful in a practical sense.” Tresco’s horticultural draw doesn’t stop there. The Abbey Garden is known worldwide and has, over the years, been linking up with organisations across the globe. “We have international students who join us in the winter months from America, Sweden and Italy. “And through those relationships, we are linking up with gardens overseas. For instance, we are working with a garden in Morocco, where we will have international students joining us. It is linked to supporting the ‘women in horticulture’ initiative and language development, too. We have a lot of contacts internationally, because of who we are. “We are in a very special place, in a very special garden, on a very special island - and we never lose sight of that.” The garden itself is a year-round operation. Because of Tresco’s subtropical climate, the garden grows throughout the seasons, so there’s
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no downtime for Mike and his team. “The garden is always evolving. In 1987 we lost 80% of the garden due to snow and ice, so we had to redevelop. “But generally, the garden is evergreen - it’s warm throughout the year, so there’s always something to keep us busy. “Even if it’s not hot and sunny, it’s enough to keep the plants growing, so we never really slow down, unlike many gardens on the mainland.” For students, the scholarship is a great opportunity to get hands-on experience in a very busy, bustling and blooming environment. It’s like nowhere else in the UK, and presents plenty of opportunities for networking in the horticultural world, as well as picking up new knowledge and getting to grips with island life on Tresco. “Horticulture is huge,” says Mike. “The opportunities are endless for our students when they come to the end of their scholarship here, and we do all we can to point them in the right direction. “You’ve got journalism, you’ve got landscape design, you’ve got scientific horticulture… there are tons of opportunities out there. “But what comes first is the passion - and that’s something all of our students have, which is wonderful.”
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2020 students Harriet Inglis, 25
Louise Searle, 32
Emma McFarline, 31
“I was working as an apprentice on a private estate in Cornwall called Trelonk, and went to Duchy College Rosewarne on a Friday. Through college, I undertook a week’s placement on Tresco, and I loved it so much that I fast-tracked my apprenticeship so that I could come back for the Abbey Garden scholarship. I’m loving getting a feel for island life and learning all there is to know about what grows here on Tresco. After the scholarship, I hope to apply to the Royal Horticultural Society and continue my training.”
“Emma and I went to the same art college. I studied landscape architecture, which eventually opened up opportunities overseas, taking me Holland, where I did a masters degree. Gardening started out as a hobby, but it consumed my life and I couldn’t get enough of it; so I volunteered at Hortus Botanicus in Amsterdam for a while, which was my way in. I came back to the UK, started at Cambridge University Botanic Garden and got to the point where I thought, ‘ok, I think I can garden pretty well, but it’s time to learn more about the plants’. So I’m here to broaden my horizons and learn something new.”
“I am a career changer. I originally went to art college, where I studied for five years before moving into horticulture, where I undertook a foundation degree at the University of Ulster, Greenmount Campus in Northern Ireland. Last year, I started at Oxford University Botanic Garden, where I was part of the Historic and Botanical Garden training programme, before applying for the Tresco scholarship. It has been fascinating exploring the Abbey Garden’s unique landscape. I’m learning something new everyday, which is great for my development.”
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Abbey Garden’s exotic plants Abbey Garden Curator, Mike Nelhams, guides us through Tresco's unique and exotic plant range... NAME: Aeonium atropurpureum ORIGIN: Canary Islands A purple succulent from the Canaries - noticeable due to its colouring and architectural quality. Excellent as a houseplant on a sunny window sill. NAME: Agave ferox ORIGIN: California A desert plant that lives a solitary existence. Very architectural with ferocious spikes on the leaves.
NAME: Cupressus macrocarpa ORIGIN: California Also known as the ‘Monterey cypress tree’, it can grow up to 40 metres high and withstand salt-laden gales from the Atlantic. It forms the main windbreaks, which protect the Abbey Garden.
NAME: Araucaria excelsa ORIGIN: Norfolk Island, South Pacific A tree originally found 400 miles off the coast of Australia. It can grow up to 35 metres high and is one of Tresco's most iconic trees due to its unique original habitat in the South Pacific.
NAME: Leucadendron argenteum ORIGIN: South Africa Also known as the South African ‘silver tree’. Very frost tender and native to the Cape. This is the single most asked about plant in the garden, because of its incredibly distinct colouring.
NAME: Protea cynaroides ORIGIN: South Africa The ‘king protea’ produces the largest of all the protea flowers in the spring and early summer. It is spectacular when in flower.
For more information, find us at the Abbey Garden, or visit: tresco.co.uk/garden
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as memorable as the destination Whether you choose to fly with Skybus or sail over on Scillonian III, you can be sure that the crossing will be a memorable beginning to an unforgettable trip. You can connect with the islands by plane from Land’s End, Newquay or Exeter on flights that take from 15 to 60 minutes and approaching the beauty of the islands from the air can be truly breath taking.
If you would rather travel at a more leisurely pace, the ferry crossing from Penzance to St. Mary’s takes around 2hrs and 45 minutes and gives you a unique perspective of some of Cornwall’s most iconic coastline. However you choose to travel, your welcome to the islands begins when your Captain says, ‘Welcome aboard.’
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Retreating on Tresco Break out from your holiday routine with plenty of reasons to retreat on Tresco
Out of season stays ’TIS THE SEASON Christmas on Tresco The festive season is all about family, food and feel-good experiences. Pack up for the holiday period and enjoy a tranquil Christmas on Tresco. Wind down in a beautiful beachfront cottage or cosy up in an ocean view apartment as you experience an incredibly special island Christmas. With candlelit carol services, festive hampers and plenty of walks to blow away the cobwebs, there’s no better place to spread season’s greetings with loved ones. All breaks include Spa and Abbey Garden entry, as well as seasonal hampers and festive decorations to make you feel at home.
WINTER WANDERLUST Winter Cottage Breaks Let wanderlust whisk you away for an island adventure during the colder months - the perfect tonic to warm you up inside and out! Book yourself in for a blissful out-of-season break in a countryside cottage and say goodbye to the winter blues. Relax by the fire, take in the stunning sea views and enjoy the peace and tranquillity of Tresco as the island winds down for winter. Don’t forget to check out the Tresco Island Spa, book in for an indulgent ila treatment, and explore the always colourful Abbey Garden.
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Try something new A MUSICAL MASTERCLASS The Tresco Guitar Retreat Whether you’re a pro on the strings or you’re looking to try something new, check in for an exciting and educational guitar retreat on Tresco with expert tuition from Stuart Marshall. Miles away from the distractions of day-to-day life, this special package will give you the space to find your feet in the musical world and really let your creativity run away with you. With free time to enjoy fresh seafood, get active in the great outdoors and explore the island's beauty, you'll be presented with plenty of inspiration to get your brain ticking as you gain confidence in your musical ability.
AT ONE WITH NATURE Tresco Nature Breaks Explore the wild side of Tresco with an inspiring nature break covering the pools, coves and the world-famous Abbey Garden. This four-night spring nature break will include delicious dinners, day trips and guided tours with leading ornithologist, Will Wagstaff, who will share all there is to know about the natural history of Tresco. Nature at its very finest!
GARDEN GLORY Principles of Garden Design Green-fingered guests looking for a late-summer getaway should check out Tresco’s Principles of Garden Design break, where landscape architect John Moreland and Abbey Garden curator Mike Nelhams will take you on an inspiring journey, exploring the concepts of garden design. During the four-day break, you will find your feet in the beautiful Abbey Garden, enjoy practical workshops and make time to relax and explore the island in all its natural beauty. Whether you are starting a mini project or designing your own garden, this break is sure to get you in gear.
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Active adventures SWIMMING THE SEAS Tresco Swimming Retreat with Triscape Research has found that open water swimming can not only boost your immune system, it can also improve overall physical and mental health. Whether you are new to the concept, or you just want to push yourself a little further, Tresco’s idyllic surroundings are the perfect place to get out in the open water. Triscape’s first UK swimming break brings them to Tresco, and with double World Champion and Olympic Silver medalist, Keri-anne Payne at the helm, it’s sure to be an inspiring and truly rewarding retreat. Think luxurious accommodation, good-for-the-soul food and plenty of activities on offer to give you that feel-good glow.
GET ZEN Tresco Yoga Retreat Reward yourself with a tranquil Tresco escape where you relax, unwind and rejuvenate the mind and body. Lucy Aldridge’s five-night yoga break will bring you back down to earth, nurturing the body with Iyengar yoga. Tresco is the perfect place to really switch off and try your hand at something new. Work on strength and flexibility, while your body simply enjoys being at one with nature.
FITNESS FIRST Island Fitness with Amelia Mills
MINDFUL MOMENTS Wellbeing and Yoga Retreat
Swap your gym for a nourishing, natural environment with Tresco's fitnessfocused break with islander and personal trainer, Amelia Mills. With the island's rugged, rural landscape as your backdrop, guests will embark on off-road cycles, invigorating hill sprints, early morning HIIT training and beach body workouts - as well as all the restorative work and stretching to ensure your body is in good shape to go again. With plenty of exciting sports and excursions to keep guests busy, this break is perfect for those who want to improve their fitness, or break away from routine.
Tresco is the ultimate place to indulge in phsyical and mental wellbeing. Find island calm with a wellbeing escape combining yoga, meditation and mindful coastal walks. It's the ideal place to relax, unwind and recharge, in a place where life is led by the rhythm of the tide. Hosted by islander Gem Hansen and yoga and mindfulness expert, Billy Harrigan, guests will leave feeling refreshed, rejuvenated, and with an island state of mind. There's nothing quite like it.
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Get creative
PENNING DOWN IN PARADISE Tresco Writing Retreat If you’re a writer struggling to switch off from the rush of everyday life, Tresco’s writing retreat, with mystery author Hannah Dennison, is sure to give you the inspiration to guide you on your way. Take in the tranquil landscape as you learn how to switch off and listen to your creative conscious. Tresco is a source of inspiration for many - let it be a part of your next chapter...
CAPTURING THE COAST Tresco Photography Break This break is for people who perhaps love Tresco and want to capture its beauty using their own lens, or who have a passion for photography and want to explore somewhere completley new and unique. Expect to find breathtaking vistas, rugged heathlands, expansive seascapes and dreamy sunsets in this hands-on course with leading landscape photographer, Ross Hoddinott. Tresco's sheer beauty presents plenty of opportunity to get creative and expand your portfolio.
For more information, visit: tresco.co.uk/breaks
PICTURE THIS Tresco Painting Breaks Pack your bags and prepare to put brush to canvas in a creative painting retreat on Tresco. The island has a longstanding relationship with the Newlyn School of Art and has worked with some of the most respected artists along the Cornish coastline, and it's easy to see why. Be inspired by the works of others and work on your technique with regular artist retreats running from May to September. There’s no better landscape to experiment with the paintbrush.
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Artist focus James Osborne
Having connected with the Scilly landscape during his studies, James returns to the islands as part of Gallery Tresco’s Easter Exhibition, from 11 April 2020 I am a relative newcomer to Scilly, having been introduced to the Isles during my time studying at Falmouth University. Throughout my studies, I enjoyed annual trips to Tresco, taking part in student exhibitions held at Gallery Tresco. It was through this experience that I
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found a connection between myself and Tresco. This year, having now graduated, I was lucky enough to return as an artist in residence, and from the moment I stepped off the boat, there was an immediate feeling of home, along with the anticipation of creating an inspired new body of
artwork as a professional. During my stay, I made a point of getting out and walking everyday – strolling along the coast and retracing familiar paths across the russet red north side. With a sketchbook in hand, I let the journey and the island’s natural rhythms and shapes, direct my focus. I also
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Gallery Tresco: 2020 at a glance Gallery Tresco is a hive of creativity, showcasing some of the finest island-inspired artworks and gifts. Here’s what’s in the diary for 2020…
EASTER SHOW Saturday 11 April Hugo Grenville, Flynn O’Reilly, James Osborne, Sara Bor, John Bampfield, Richard Guy
CREATIVE SCILLY SHOW Thursday 14 May Tom Holland, Teresa Pemberton, Sophie Harding, Philip Naylor, Jenny Ulyatt, Ramie Leahy enjoyed the challenge of working under unpredictable weather changes. It was the subtle nuances and experiences that I would take away with me. My artistic practice is greatly influenced by being out in the landscape, making quick gestural sketches and more refined, traditional line drawings. These notes serve as a method for recording particular moments, movements and narratives; such as striations and rivulets left behind by receding tides, or a single track of footprints leading the eye up the beach. Similarly, the method of drawing and painting ‘plein air’ interests me, because it allows more time for reflection and immersion into the subject matter. I have found nature has a habit of interacting with these sketches, causing marks which I would not otherwise have come to, and influencing what is later translated in the studio. I try to evoke some sort of essence or
tangibility; combining the memory of walking through a space with the tactility of my paper and materials. On Tresco, a place so rich in colour, history and dynamism, there was no shortage of energy or inspiration for me to create. Being on the island during the winter months was also quite poignant because of the island’s rawness. The romanticised idea of the artist exposed to the elements trying to capture the impossible sublime entered my thoughts as I found myself - on more than one occasion - seeking refuge from the wind. This made my evening returns to a firewarmed cottage even more comforting. With an overflowing bank of references in my arsenal, I’m now beautifully equipped to produce work for Gallery Tresco’s Easter Exhibition. I am both humbled and excited to have reinforced the relationship between Tresco and Falmouth, and look forward to the opening of the show on 11 April 2020.
SUMMER SHOW 1 Wednesday 8 July Paul Lewin, Lizzie Black, Chris Hankey
SUMMER SHOW 2 Saturday 18 July Tom Rickman, Kathy Todd, Fran Spencer
SUMMER SHOW 3 Tuesday 28 July Ellen Watson, Saul Cathcart, Amanda Hoskin
SUMMER SHOW 4 Saturday 8 August Neil Pinkett, Maggie O’Brien, Tony Plant
SUMMER SHOW 5 Tuesday 18 August Rosemary Trestini, Iona Sanders, Stuart Kettle
SUMMER SHOW 6 Friday 28 of August
"I’m now beautifully equipped to produce work for Gallery Tresco’s Easter Exhibition"
Alasdair Urquhart, Imogen Bone, Morag Hensleigh
SEPTEMBER SHOW Friday 18 September Wendy McBride, Gary Long, Nicola Hancock, Rob Braybrooks, Pat Wilson, Ellie Verrecchia
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On the horizon: 2020 A small island with big plans. Diaries at the ready as we discover Tresco’s cultural calendar for 2020. From yoga flow and foodie events, to writing retreats and open-air theatre, there’s something for everyone
THE LOW TIDE EVENTS 10 April, 8 May, 21 August & 20 September If you’re on island for one of the The Low Tide Events, you’re in for a treat! Be part of a truly unique Scillonian experience at the ultimate pop-up festival between the islands of Tresco and Bryher. When lunar forces combine to leave a dramatic sandbar between the two islands, a spring/summer shindig calls! In a space usually under 20 feet of seawater, locals and visitors alike are invited to join a seabed celebration complete with live music, impromptu games, a bar, firepits, food stalls and plenty of family fun. Being mid-channel gives you the option of spending the afternoon on Bryher or Tresco.
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ÖTILLÖ SWIMRUN ISLES OF SCILLY 13 & 14 June One of the world’s toughest endurance races is returning to the Isles of Scilly this June for its fifth year – and it guarantees thrilling courses, spectacular scenery and wonderful wildlife. The Ötillö Swimrun World Series will see 100 teams from around the world chase the six qualification spots for the World Championship title. The course will start and finish in Hugh Town on St Mary’s, racing around the islands of St Martin’s, Tresco and Bryher – incorporating a number of running and swimming routes in a 40km circuit. A true spectable come and take a look.
VINYASA YOGA Every week
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Whether you’re a cultured yogi or a beginner on the mat, join Gem Hansen for flow sessions for all ages and abilities. Tresco is a great place to help clear the mind and soul; couple that up with a vinyasa class and you’ll rejuvenate the body too. Gem will guide you through a flow of postures, synchronising breath with movement as you go. Yoga is a great way to work on your strength, stamina, flexibility and general mental and physical wellbeing – and there’s no better place to practice with Tresco's calming natural landscape in the background.
Enjoy the great outdoors and the spectacular vistas of Scilly as the Walk Scilly Festival returns for 10-days of themed, guided walks across the islands. Whether you’re a rambler, forager, wildlife-lover, sun-worshiper or stargazer, the festival offers a great variety of walks that take in the islands’ fantastic history, heritage and scenery. If you’re on the islands during the Easter break, look out for family-friendly walks in the spring sunshine.
WALKING TO BRYHER Throughout the year Make the most of the dramatic tides with a surreal stroll between Tresco and Bryher. The neighbouring islands are separated by the stretch of water that lies between them, but on select dates throughout the year, a monumental force dissolves the natural barrier and the two become one. If you’re on island, don’t miss the chance to cross the channel. The quiet thrill of defying the natural order is something that never fails to impress!
THE GREAT TRESCO SPRING CLEAN 29 March In order to keep the beautiful beaches of Tresco clean, join locals in heading to the shores this spring, to clear away any unwanted litter left behind by the winter storms. Meeting at Smith Square, residents and visitors alike will make their way around the island’s beaches to ensure they’re in tip-top shape for the sunny season ahead.
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WEEKLY TRESCO MARKET April – October Fill your cottage cupboards with the finest Scillonian produce from land and sea at the local Tresco market. Taking place every Tuesday during the main season on New Grimsby Quay, it’s a fantastic opportunity for foodies to explore what’s in season on and around the isles. Stalls and stockists change on a weekly basis, but favourites include Bryher’s Island Fish and Hillside Farm.
WORLD PILOT GIG CHAMPIONSHIPS 1 – 4 May One of the most spectacular sporting championships on the water returns to nearby St Mary's. The World Pilot Gig Championships is a unique event that any Scilly fanatic should experience. With a mixture of veterans, men’s and ladies’ races taking place throughout the weekend, a thrilling competition as one of the sporting world’s best kept secrets takes to the waves.
GALLERY TRESCO CREATIVE SCILLY FESTIVAL SHOW 14 May
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Get your culture fix with a trip to Gallery Tresco this May, as the studio hosts the Creative Scilly Festival Show, featuring work from new and established artists who have been inspired by the beauty of Tresco. This inspiring exhibition will showcase the work of Tom Holland, Teresa Pemberton, Sophie Harding, Phillip Naylor, Ramie Leahy and Jenny Ulyatt, all of whom depict their unique take on Scilly experiences. Don’t miss the opening evening on Thursday 14 May from 6pm.
ABBEY GARDEN G&T TOUR 13 & 29 May Nothing beats a refreshing G&T in the garden; and with the beautiful Abbey Garden on the doorstop, botanical tipples just got even better. Join an after-hours soirée with experts on hand to explore the spruce and the spirit. Learn about Tresco’s world-famous garden and sip away around the pop-up courtyard gin bar.
WORLD BEE DAY 20 May Celebrate World Bee Day with Tresco’s very own beekeepers this May. The island’s Abbey Garden is proud to nurture hives of bees that benefit from the range of plant life in the exotic surroundings. They occasionally harvest batches of golden Tresco honey which is sold in the visitor centre. Pop along, meet the team and learn more about Tresco’s colony.
MIRACLE THEATRE ON THE LAWN 30 July A cultural date for the diary. Cornwall’s Miracle Theatre returns to the island for a must-see performance of William Shakespeare's tragedy, King Lear. Bring a blanket, pull on your warm woollies and take a seat on the Sea Garden lawn as the story plays out on Tresco. An event the whole family will love.
THE FESTIVAL PLAYERS IN THE ABBEY GARDEN 9 August During the summer months, the Abbey Garden invites guests in for an exciting outdoor theatre experience. Celebrating 35 years of touring theatre, Festival Players will be sharing Shakespeare’s Henry V on Sunday 9 August 2020. Follow the story of the charismatic King Henry V in a stirring tale of leadership, bravery, humour and love. The perfect summer culture fix.
SETH LAKEMAN Saturday 23 May Mercury Prize-nominated Seth Lakeman is taking to Tresco this May, playing a must-see acoustic session at The New Inn.
THE STEAMBAND Saturday 27 June Make your way to The New Inn dancefloor, where The Steamband’s rock and roll anthems will be setting the summer soundtrack on Tresco.
THE CLEMENCY DUO Saturday 11 & Sunday 12 July Singer-songwriters Nina Bailey and Ben Clempson have joined forces to form The Clemency Duo – bringing blues rock acoustic sounds
THE FABULOUS 59 FORD Friday 21 & Saturday 22 August This August, The New Inn will play host to The Fabulous 59 Ford, who will be playing classics from the 50s and beyond.
ISABEL DRAKE Saturday 29 & Sunday 30 August Isabel Drake is a sensational soul vocalist and songwriter from Brighton. She will be bringing her sultry tones to The New Inn this summer bank holiday weekend.
SCUPPERED Saturday 19 September After a sunny September Saturday on the beach, head to The New Inn for a live folk acoustic session with Scuppered.
WILD SCILLY WEEKEND 1 – 5 October New for 2020, wildlife-lovers are invited to enjoy a weekend of discovery, exploring the unique nature found on the island. Experience a series of walks and talks led by some of Scilly's nature experts, bringing the treasures and hidden gems of Scilly to life.
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#MyTresco
The island through your lens…
@trudymonty A magical August sunset over #bryher and #tresco in the #islesofscilly. #MyTresco
@rup_hoyland Heading home tomorrow after an amazing week, taking some @westward_farm #gin back to remind us of our time here this year! #MyTresco
@theluxemagazine Drizzly Thursday afternoon comfort food on the beautiful @trescoisland. Crab, cheese and chilli fries. #MyTresco
@rebeccawaites97 Golden hour over New Grimsby #MyTresco
@daisyb89 Still pinching ourselves. Feels like a dream… #MyTresco
@yogabryher Make shapes while the sun shines! #movementmedicine
@elysiajanefryer Back to the beach. This week’s office… #MyTresco
@originalcornishcarper Tresco Abbey Gardens #MyTresco
@cook_write_eat I am so, so, so, SO excited to be heading back to my favourite place in the entire universe. #MyTresco
@eloisesphotosss The not so secret, secret garden #MyTresco
@bianka_miseje Look how beautiful she is. #MyTresco
@beckysarahpayne Back to our little island! #MyTresco
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Don’t forget to share your snaps on Instagram using the hashtag #MyTresco. Your Tresco memories could appear in next year’s yearbook
@gallerytresco Preening Egret by Geoffrey Bickley, just one of the many carved bird sculptures available at Gallery Tresco. #MyTresco
@mo.makesandsews A sewist on holiday always finds some fabric! #MyTresco
@jonotaylor84 Plants in flower for this week. #MyTresco
@elliotjoneswildlife Ever feel like you’re being watched? #MyTresco
@lawrencewright_ Island life #MyTresco
@surreymunchkins Back in our happy place… #MyTresco
@emma_b_oakeley Such a glorious day #MyTresco
@daisyb89 Low tide party #MyTresco
@agrowingfear So many butterflies in the veg garden yesterday. #MyTresco
@hozzabean Shell heaven #MyTresco
@trescorachel Carpeted paths of heather & swathes of agapanthus #MyTresco
@ellieannax Today I will be mostly getting my paints out. #MyTresco
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Tresco Islandshare Forty years of holidays on this unique, familyowned island… For those hopelessly addicted to Tresco, Islandshare is your opportunity to be more than a guest; to own your very own piece of this special place by choosing your favourite week in your favourite cottage and returning each year.
40 YEAR TRESCO ISLANDSHARE MONDAY CHANGEOVER Bay House Week 31 26 Jul 2020 Week 35 23 Aug 2020 Week 41 05 Oct 2020
sleeps 6 £91,650 £91,650 £21,900
Barn Flat Week 25
15 Jun 2020
sleeps 6 £25,500
Curlew Week 31
27 Jul 2020
sleeps 6 £54,000
Driftwood Week 20 11 May 2020 Week 36 31 Aug 2020 Week 41 05 Oct 2020
sleeps 6/8 £40,405 £73,015 £32,475
Farmhouse Week 21 18 May 2020 Flora (FBC) Week 21 18 May 2020
sleeps 10 £41,100 sleeps 6/8 £43,080
Maiden Bower Week 24 08 Jun 2020 Week 25 15 Jun 2020
sleeps 8 £33,500 £33,500
North End Week 39 21 Sep 2020 Week 40 28 Sep 2020
sleeps 6 £27,000 £23,600
Reading Room Week 12 16 Mar 2020
sleeps 6 £10,850
Sophie (FBC) Week 43 18 Oct 2020 Week 44 25 Oct 2020
sleeps 6/8 £31,000 £27,000
Whether it’s the unbeatable views from the Flying Boat or Sea Garden cottages, or the peace and seclusion of one of our traditional island properties, whatever makes your stay on Tresco special is what makes your Islandshare your own. TUESDAY CHANGEOVER Doctors Cottage Week 19 05 May 2020 Week 39 22 Sep 2020
sleeps 4 £17,500 £23,770
Fearless (FB) Week 23 02 Jun 2020 Week 38 15 Sep 2020
sleeps 6 £41,100 £50,145
Just Home Week 20 12 May 2020 Week 21 19 May 2020 Week 28 07 Jul 2020
sleeps 6 £35,000 £35,000 £60,000
Merrick Week 12 Week 25
17 Mar 2020 16 Jun 2020
sleeps 6 £12,125 £33,500
Norrard Week 19 Week 20
05 May 2020 12 May 2020
sleeps 8 £27,224 £30,560
TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT ISLANDSHARE Please contact Dean Whillis on +44 (0)1720 42411 or email: islandshare@tresco.co.uk
WEDNESDAY CHANGEOVER Coastguards sleeps 8 Week 20 13 May 2020 £30,560 Coral (SG) Week 20 15 May 2019
sleeps 6/8 £40,405
Gadwall Week 13 Week 14
sleeps 4 £8,015 £9,300
25 Mar 2020 01 Apr 2020
Pearl (SG) Week 35 26 Aug 2020
sleeps 4/6 £132,860
Pegasus (FBC) Week 34 19 Aug 2020
sleeps 6 £154,050
Seapink (SG) Week 18 29 Apr 2020 Week 35 26 Aug 2020 Week 40 30 Sep 2020 Week 41 07 Oct 2020
sleeps 6/8 £31,645 £177,190 £35,270 £32,475
THURSDAY CHANGEOVER Cliff Cottage sleeps 6 Week 33 13 Aug 2020 £91,650 Colossus (FB) Week 38 17 Sep 2020
sleeps 10 £53,080
Pebble (SG) Week 40 29 Sep 2020
sleeps 2/4 £16,200
Friendship (FB) Week 23 04 Jun 2020 Week 38 17 Sep 2020
sleeps 6 £41,100 £50,145
Phoenix (FBC) sleeps 6 Week 20 12 May 2020 Week 21 19 May 2020
£38,550 £41,100
Hilltop Week 39 Week 40
24 Sep 2020 01 Oct 2020
sleeps 6 £23,685 £22,963
Sandy Lane Week 12 17 Mar 2020
sleeps 6 £12,125
Mincarlo Week 40
01 Oct 2020
sleeps 8 £23,600
Seagrass (SG) Week 17 21 Apr 2020 Week 39 22 Sep 2020
sleeps 6/8 £31,645 £40,405
Rockpool (SG) Week 39 24 Sep 2020
sleeps 6/8 £40,405
Teal Week 43
20 Oct 2020
sleeps 4 £11,200
Sail Loft Week 37
10 Sep 2020
sleeps 8 £40,175
Wigeon Week 21
19 May 2020
sleeps 6 £21,900
Shoreline Week 17
23 Apr 2020
sleeps 6 £23,890
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Tern Week 12 Week 39 Townshill Week 16 Week 37
19 Mar 2020 24 Sep 2020
sleeps 8 £13,900 £30,560
26 Apr 2020 10 Sep 2020
sleeps 6 £26,040 £42,109
sleeps 8/10 £32,145 £36,525 £43,580
Garland (FBC) Week 15 03 Apr 2020 Week 20 08 May 2020
sleeps 6 £30,210 £38,550
Glen Week 15 Week 38 Week 39
03 Apr 2020 11 Sep 2020 18 Sep 2020
sleeps 6 £24,000 £35,500 £27,000
01 May 2020
sleeps 6 £18,400
16 Oct 2020
sleeps 8 £24,525
24 Apr 2020 16 Oct 2020
sleeps 6 £21,050 £21,900
Kittiwake Week 43 Rowesfield Week 18 Week 43
Seaflower (FBC) Week 12 13 Mar 2020 Week 31 24 Jul 2020
sleeps 6 £17,700 £154,000
Seaspray Week 39
sleeps 6 £28,275
Smugglers Week 41
18 Sep 2020
02 Oct 2020
02 May 2020 19 Sep 2020
Starfish (SG) Week 38 12 Sep 2020 Week 39 19 Sep 2020
£36,025 £40,405 sleeps 6/8 £52,580 £40,405
TRESCO RESALES TRESCO RESALES
FRIDAY CHANGEOVER Abalone (SG) Week 18 24 Apr 2020 Week 19 01 May 2020 Week 23 29 May 2020
Heron Week 19
Week 19 Week 39
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sleeps 6 £21,900
SATURDAY CHANGEOVER Gem (FBC) sleeps 6/8 Week 21 16 May 2020 £41,100 Samphire (SG) Week 23 30 May 2020 Week 39 19 Sep 2020
sleeps 6/8 £43,080 £40,405
School House Week 29 11 Jul 2020
sleeps 8 £113,620
Sea Horse (SG) Week 18 25 Apr 2020
sleeps 6/8 £31,645
MONDAY CHANGEOVER Farmhouse sleeps 10 Week 17 20 Apr 2020 £17,450 21yrs Week 39 21 Sep 2020 £18,182 15yrs Week 41 05 Oct 2020 £13,640 16yrs
THURSDAY CHANGEOVER Cliff Cottage sleeps 6 Week 30 23 Jul 2020 £97,500 39yrs Week 32 06 Aug 2020 £97,500 39yrs Week 41 08 Oct 2020 £12,500 24yrs Colossus (FBC) Week 17 23 Apr 2020
sleeps 8/10 £27,320 34yrs
Greenside Week 37 10 Sep 2020
sleeps 8 £18,535 15yrs
Sail Loft Week 36
03 Sep 2020
sleeps 8 £26,415 17yrs
Shoreline Week 18 30 Apr 2020
sleeps 6 £30,318 36yrs
Ivy Cottage Week 36 31 Aug 2020
sleeps 4/5 £25,200 28yrs
Flora (FBC) Week 23 01 Jun 2020
sleeps 6/8 £29,070 33yrs
FRIDAY CHANGEOVER Abalone (SG) sleeps 8/10 Week 31 24 Jul 2020 £168,000 32yrs
North End Week 27 29 Jun 2020
sleeps 6 £34,785 35yrs
Glen Week 36
28 Aug 2020
sleeps 6 £3,665 2yrs
Plover Week 36
31 Aug 2020
sleeps 4 £31,572 34yrs
Nautilus Week 37
04 Sep 2020
sleeps 6 £63,085 37yrs
Reading Room Week 19 04 May 2020
sleeps 6 £13,450 23yrs
Porth Week 17 17 Apr 2020 Week 18 24 Apr 2020 Week 19 01 May 2020 Week 39 18 Sep 2020 Week 40 25 Sep 2020 Week 41 02 Oct 2020 Week 42 09 Oct 2020 Week 43 16 Oct 2020
sleeps 6 £13,680 21yrs £13,680 21yrs £15,500 21yrs £17,850 21yrs £16,000 21yrs £14,280 21yrs £14,280 21yrs £14,280 21yrs
TUESDAY CHANGEOVER Beach sleeps 4 Week 12 17 Mar 2020 £8,260 34yrs Seagrass (SG) Week 12 17 Mar 2020 Week 41 06 Oct 2020
sleeps 6/8 £15,490 35yrs £26,350 34yrs
Wigeon Week 27
sleeps 6 £23,437 30yrs
Rowesfield sleeps 6 Week 12 13 Mar 2020 Week 41 02 Oct 2020
£4,594 £8,215
13yrs 15yrs
WEDNESDAY CHANGEOVER Coastguards sleeps 8 Week 38 16 Sep 2020 £19,380 34yrs
Sandpiper sleeps 6 Week 37 04 Sep 2020 Week 38 11 Sep 2020
£10,070 £10,395
12yrs 14yrs
Gadwall Week 28 08 Jul 2020
sleeps 4 £32,800 22yrs
Seaflower (FBC) sleeps 6 Week 13 20 Mar 2020 £12,000 Week 37 04 Sep 2020 £51,165
23yrs 36yrs
Old Mill Week 37
09 Sep 2020
sleeps 8/10 £20,216 15yrs
Pearl (SG) Week 40 30 Sep 2020 Puffin Week 41 07 Oct 2020
sleeps 4/6 £19,416 3 3yrs sleeps 8 £10,430 17yrs
SATURDAY CHANGEOVER School House sleeps 8 Week 40 26 Sep 2020 £14,391
18yrs
30 Jun 2020
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TRESCO SPA MEMBERSHIP IS INCLUDED IN ALL ISLANDSHARE WEEKS | TRESCO ISLAND IS AN RCI GOLD CROWN RESORT
