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Isles of Scilly with kids
Subtropical gardens, empty white beaches and boat hops between tiny islands.
BeachesNatureOff the beaten path
Which ages it suits
What children love
- Boat trips to see seals and puffins
- Tresco Abbey Garden
- Snorkelling with seals off the Eastern Isles
- Rock pooling on St Agnes
Worth knowing
- Get there on the Scillonian ferry from Penzance or a small plane from Land's End or Newquay. Luggage limits are tight.
- Places to stay are limited, so book a year ahead for summer.
What a week in Isles of Scilly costs a family
For two adults and two children aged 4 and 8, expect roughly £1,848 for a family room or apartment and £1,155 to spend in May, one of the best months to go. That's about £3,003 in all. The cheapest month is January, at about £2,387.
| Month | Season | Family of four, 7 nights |
|---|---|---|
| January | Cheap | £2,387 |
| February | Cheap | £2,387 |
| March | Normal | £2,695 |
| April | Normal | £2,695 |
| MayBest | Busy | £3,003 |
| JuneBest | Busy | £3,003 |
| JulyBest | Peak | £3,388 |
| AugustBest | Peakschool hols | £3,612 |
| SeptemberBest | Busy | £3,003 |
| October | Normal | £2,695 |
| November | Cheap | £2,387 |
| December | Cheap | £2,387 |
Travel isn't included. A mid-range family room or apartment, plus food, local transport and days out. Prices go up in UK school holidays; August is counted as school holidays here. These are rough guides, not quotes. Plan your own holiday to see costs for your party, dates and holiday style, and add real prices as you find them.
When to go
The best months for Isles of Scilly are May, June, July, August and September. It's cheapest in January, February, November and December. July and August are peak season, when prices are highest.
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