Isles of Scilly - Painting, photography and walking holidays in England

Bleached white beaches and a clarity of light that is hard to imagine, typify these isles. A short flight from Lands End, these five inhabited islands are part of an archipelago of hundreds of smaller islands.

This is a world of vistas, skies and moods that change with every step you take and every breath of wind.

In the summer we stay on Tresco, where the lush subtropical Abbey Gardens contrast with the purple heather covering the heathlands while below, boats bob to the rhythm of the seas.

In the winter Bryher is our home where after the day's adventure you can look out across Hell Bay from the comfort of the hotel lounge.

The Isles of Scilly can be very mild in winter which made possible the creation of the famed gardens at Tresco.

Where we stay

Island Hotel - Tresco

The Island Hotel is an extremely comfortable hotel in the most idyllic location, just above the water and with views of islands in every direction.

The hotel is full of original artworks, the rooms are very comfortable, the food is fabulous and mostly locally grown, and one can walk, paint or take photos immediately outside the front door. Journey time – five minutes from the heliport or quay.

Hell Bay Hotel - Bryher

The perfect winter escape and place to re-charge. There is a relaxed feel and the gardens lead you to the beach.

The rooms are beautifully furnished and decorated with cool ocean blues and greens – New England meets Cornwall. It is filled with original works by artists with local connections, Including Barbara Hepworth, Ivon Hitchens and Julian Trevelyan. Five minutes from quay.