Isles of Scilly named friendliest place in England – and Barking least friendly Rankings based on community life survey put two Devon districts in top five and Stoke and Ipswich near bottom The Guardian - UK · Aug 18
Rosemary Parslow obituary Conservationist who became an authority on the wildlife of the Isles of Scilly and collected specimens for the Natural History Museum The Guardian - UK · Aug 8
‘She’s been a brilliant ship’: Cornwall says goodbye to Scillonian III after 50 years Linking the UK mainland with the Isles of Scilly, this is the last season before the boat is replaced with a newer model The Guardian - UK · Apr 5
Spanish Armada-era astrolabe returns to Scilly after mysterious global journey Navigation aid from 16th century was on seabed for centuries before being bought and sold in US and Australia The Guardian - UK · Nov 16, 2025
‘The storm for Lear is inside him’: Crossing choppy seas to bring Shakespeare to Isles of Scilly RSC touring troupe stage King Lear in a school hall on St Mary’s before continuing to the Isle of Wight The Guardian - UK · Sep 17, 2025
British artist hails importance of paint practice pioneered by Constable Emily Powell is undertaking a residency on the Isles of Scilly this summer. Evening Standard · Aug 15, 2025
‘Unlike anywhere else in Britain’: in search of wildlife on the Isles of Scilly Whales and dolphins may have proved elusive, but the islands off Cornwall cannot fail to impress with their subtropical plants and Caribbean-like beaches The Guardian - UK · Jul 27, 2025
Archaeological project maps historic boat sheds on Isles of Scilly ‘Pilot gigs’ were crucial for islanders for centuries and 90 important sites housing the boats have been identified The Guardian - UK · May 2, 2025
20 of the UK’s best hotels, campsites and cottages right on the beach The editor of Coast magazine shares her favourite seaside boltholes, from Argyll to the Isles of Scilly The Guardian - UK · Apr 21, 2025
A car-free adventure on the Isles of Scilly, Cornwall The Cornish archipelago has stunning coastal walking trails, flora and fauna in abundance, festivals and delicious food, with a soundtrack of roaring waves and birdlife The Guardian - UK · Aug 8, 2024
Two rare seabirds spotted off Isles of Scilly South polar skua and red-footed booby delight birders but sightings may be ominous sign of climate crisis The Guardian - UK · Sep 21, 2023
8 of the best things to do on the Isles of Scilly How to make the most of a trip to the sub-tropical archipelago The Independent UK · Jul 27, 2023
Mystery of 2,000-year-old Sicily grave reveals surprising female warrior Researchers say findings are ‘evidence of a leading role for a woman in warfare on Iron Age Scilly’ The Independent UK · Jul 27, 2023
Isles of Scilly remains are iron age female warrior, scientists say DNA analysis of tooth enamel solves puzzle of 2,000-year-old grave on Bryher that contained sword and mirror The Guardian - UK · Jul 27, 2023
Daily Mirror · Jul 3, 2023 UK's hidden seaside islands 25 miles from the mainland that look like the Maldives The Scilly Isles lie several miles southwest of Land's End in Cornwall in the Atlantic Ocean and have some of the best average temperatures and friendliest climate in the UK
The Guardian - UK · Jun 3, 2023 ‘We seem to have slipped into another time’: a walking holiday on the Scilly Isles On a self-led tour of this sparkling archipelago, the views and sense of ‘otherness’ prove captivating
Daily Mirror · May 21, 2023 Tranquil British island owned by Prince William which he visits with Kate and kids Britain's very own slice of paradise is only an hour away by plane, with subtropical plants and dozens of sightseeing opportunities buried within its sleepy and unspoilt landscape
The Guardian - UK · Apr 21, 2023 ‘Unzip your tent and take in the magic’: readers’ favourite UK campsites From the wild Highlands to the sunny Scilly Isles, our campers enjoy the simple pleasures of life: beaches, walks and stargazing
Daily Mirror · Aug 2, 2022 Kate Middleton and William take George, Charlotte and Louis on 'break to private island' It has been reported that the Cambridges enjoyed a two-week break on the island of Tresco, part of the Isles of Scilly archipelago off the coast of Cornwall - and it's the third year in a row that they've visited the island
The Independent UK · Jul 29, 2022 Best Isles of Scilly hotels 2023: Where to stay for a luxury or budget UK island escape From castles to rustic eco lodges, unwind island-style at these top stays
The Independent UK · Jul 28, 2022 Isles of Scilly: 10 reasons to visit UK’s answer to the Maldives With white-sand beaches, clear seas and palm-tree peppered islands, a visit to this archipelago feels a long way from home, says Ben Kentish
Evening Standard · Jun 9, 2022 Crystal clear water and the purest nature you’ve seen: Why the Isles of Scilly are the UK’s best kept secret Lobster like you’ve never tasted before, turquoise waters and a beach entirely to yourself, head to Scilly this summer for a staycation like no other, says Isobel Van Dyke
Daily Mirror · Apr 25, 2022 2,300 Brits forced to take a ferry to get to a bank after island closes last branch The Isles of Scilly is losing its last remaining bank branch, Lloyds, but the closure means anyone wanting face-to-face banking has to do it every fortnight or travel for five hours