Isles of Scilly Tourism
St. Mary’s is the largest island with a population of around 3000. Most commerce is centered here as is the vast majority of the tourism related infrastructure. Hugh Town is the main centre. Tourist numbers are naturally limited by the spaces on the boat or planes, so in Scilly you can leave Cornwall’s tourist hordes behind – and arguably enjoy even finer scenery.
The other four inhabited islands, collectively known as the off islands, are home to between 30 (Bryher) to 150 (Tresco) people.
Much of the land is owned by the Duchy of Cornwall, a royal estate intended to provide an income for the heir to the throne, and you’ll spot the characteristic signs of estate management here and there. It also means these quiet islands are frequently used by minor royalty as a holiday home where they can lead a normal life without being besieged by crowds.Error processing request
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