Days Out in Isles of Scilly

Cromwell's Castle

The Isles of Scilly are packed with historical treasures; from Iron Age villages to castles that were fiercely defended in the Civil War, there's plenty for everyone to discover this season. And what's more, for many of our sites you can now download audio tours to listen to as you explore!

We have now switched to our summer opening hours, meaning that there is even more time for you to enjoy our properties and events on your visit. Please check opening times before travelling.

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Places to visit in the Isles of Scilly

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Cromwell's Castle
Cromwell's Castle

The castle stands guarding the lovely anchorage between Bryher and Tresco and is one of the few surviving Cromwellian fortifications in Britain.

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King Charles's Castle
King Charles's Castle

The ruins of a mid 16t -century coastal artillery fort, later garrisoned - hence the name - by Civil War Royalists.

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Bant's Carn Burial Chamber and Halangy Down Ancient Village
Bant's Carn Burial Chamber and Halangy Down Ancient Village

The remains of an ancient Iron Age village in a wonderfully scenic location.On the hill above stands a Bronze Age burial mound with entrance passage and inner chamber.

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Garrison Walls
Garrison Walls

You can enjoy a two-hour walk alongside the ramparts of these defensive walls and earthworks, dating from the 16th to 18th centuries.

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Innisidgen Lower and Upper Burial Chambers
Innisidgen Lower and Upper Burial Chambers

Two Bronze Age communal burial cairns of Scillonian type, with fine views. The upper cairn is the best preserved on the islands.

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Old Blockhouse
Old Blockhouse

Substantial remains of a small 16th century gun tower protecting Old Grimsby harbour, vigorously defended during the Civil War.

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Events : Isles of Scilly

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Stonehenge Neolithic House Project
Stonehenge Neolithic House Project
Venue: Old Sarum, Wiltshire
Date: Fri 24 May 2013

Gain exclusive access to the Neolithic Houses being built ahead of the new interpretation at Stonehenge.
The Vikings
The Vikings
Venue: Old Sarum, Wiltshire
Date: Sat 25 - Mon 27 May 2013 (bank holiday)

Journey back to the Dark Ages this Bank Holiday weekend at Old Sarum as the Vikings take resident! Witness exciting combat shows, weaponry displays, and for our budding junior warriors, take part in your very own mini battle.
Robin Hood
Robin Hood
Venue: Old Wardour Castle, Wiltshire
Date: Sat 25 - Mon 27 May 2013 (bank holiday)

Meet Robin Hood and his band of merry men at Old Wardour this Bank Holiday weekend. See if you have what it takes to join the famous outlaws! Try your hand at archery, listen to tales of Sherwood Forest and watch Robin display his mighty long- bow skills.
Pirates Invade!
Pirates Invade!
Venue: Dartmouth Castle, Devon
Date: Sun 26 - Thu 30 May 2013 (bank holiday)

Arr me hearties! Pirates are invading Dartmouth Castle! Come visit if you dare and meet the crew of the famous pirate ship' La Grande Derrier'. Marvel at demonstrations of musketry and cutlass work and listen to far fetched and fantastical pirate tales.
The Great Viking Quest!
The Great Viking Quest!
Venue: Old Sarum, Wiltshire
Date: Tue 28 May - Sun 2 Jun 2013 (bank holiday)

You must have your wits about you if you are going to take on the Viking Quest! Hunt down the clues in the Castle grounds and complete the challenge to be rewarded with a special prize!
Spain Attacks!
Spain Attacks!
Venue: Pendennis Castle, Cornwall
Date: Wed 29 - Fri 31 May 2013

1593: Arwenack in Falmouth, home of Sir John Killigrew, is attacked and burnt by Spanish Raiders. Will Pendennis Castle be next? Meet the Garrison and Sir John as they await the attack, and watch the gun crews practice with the mighty cannon of Pendennis.
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