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For the Family

A fun-packed holiday for everyone

A family holiday on Scilly will lay down memories that children will treasure for the rest of their lives. Staying on an island is exciting in itself. Add the adventure of boat trips to other islands, tales of Arthurian legends and endless days collecting shells on idyllic beaches, and they’ll love every minute of their time on Scilly.

Scilly – the perfect pre-schooler’s paradise

Do you have toddlers or young children at home and need a holiday but want to keep it simple and stress-free? Then look no further than the Isles of Scilly, a fantastic natural playground for pre-schoolers and young children just off the coast of Cornwall that will ensure you, too, get the holiday you deserve.
Rainy Day Options
On a rainy day on St. Mary's a very popular option is to head down to Phoenix Craft Studios where, every weekday afternoon, workshops are put on giving you the opportunity to try all sorts, from stained glass painting and lino printing to jewellery making. The Isles of Scilly Museum on Church Street St. Mary’s is also a treasure trove of island history, culture and heritage. If you're looking for some active options, head for the indoor swimming pool at Normandy or the Sports Hall & Gym on St Marys. There are plenty of open and family swimming sessions, and the Sports Hall can be hired with use of all its great sporting equipment. On each of the off islands, there are community centres with a raft of sporting and play facilities (such as table tennis and badminton). Ask at the Tourist Information Centre, or enquire with your accommodation provider about how to make use of them.