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St Mary's

St Mary's Island loop — The Isles of Scilly

Moderate

4.8

(19)

173

hikers

St Mary's Island loop — The Isles of Scilly

04:11

15.8km

150m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: July 24, 2024

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St Mary's Harbour

Highlight • Beach

The port of St. Mary is the port of ferries to and from Penzance and the adjacent islands.

islesofscilly-travel.co.uk/anreise-zu-den-isles-of-scilly

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1.53 km

Woolpack Battery

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Woolpack Battery was built in the late 19th, early 20th century as defenses for a signalling and re-fuelling station being built by the Navy. With a south south westerly aspect, …

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2

4.23 km

Peninnis Lighthouse

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Modern lighthouse in the southeast of the island.

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3

4.85 km

Carn Lêh Cove

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A small headland divides Carn Lêh Cove from Old Town Bay. It is a rocky beach with Peninnis Head stretching out to the horizon to the west.

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4

5.19 km

Old Town Bay

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The white sands of Old Town Bay stretch out in front of the tiny Old Town. Small boats bob in the turquoise water making this a calm and relaxing place …

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5

6.57 km

The coastal path leads past the end of the runway. You can not get closer. A traffic light (allegedly the only one on St Mary's) and a signal sound warns of planes taking off or landing.

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7.95 km

Porth Hellick Burial Chamber

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Prehistoric ritual site from the Iron or Bronze Age.

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7

9.30 km

Gilbert's Porth Beach

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Clamouring over stones from either side is the only land route in. I came from the footpath side and had the beach to myself. The cove was sheltered and the …

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8

9.69 km

Pelistry Beach

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We spotted seals here! Bring your binoculars and sit by the beach to watch them play in the seaweed.

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9

10.6 km

Watermill Cove

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Beautiful peaceful cove reached down a shady path. White sand and perfectly clear water, a magical place for a swim.

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10

11.3 km

Innisidgen Burial Chamber

Highlight • Natural Monument

Prehistoric ritual site from the Iron or Bronze Age.

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11

12.8 km

Bant's Carn Burial Chamber

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Prehistoric settlement and ritual site from the Iron Age and Bronze Age.

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14.2 km

Porth Loo Beach

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A 10 to 15 minute walk from Hugh Town will bring you to Porth Loo Beach, yet another beauty spot on St Mary's Island. It is sheltered by Newford Island …

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13

14.8 km

Porthmellon Beach

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Porthmellon (also known as Porth Mellon) boasts white sand, turquoise waters and views across to Tresco and Samson. You will often see people enjoying watersports here with kayakers, windsurfers and …

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15.8 km

St Mary's Harbour

Highlight • Beach

The port of St. Mary is the port of ferries to and from Penzance and the adjacent islands.

islesofscilly-travel.co.uk/anreise-zu-den-isles-of-scilly

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Way Types & Surfaces

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13.0 km

1.62 km

389 m

382 m

369 m

Surfaces

12.6 km

1.27 km

999 m

550 m

350 m

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