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£40
Join your guide at St Mary’s quay to learn about the island’s fascinating history that spans some 8,000 years
Take a guided tour of St Mary’s Garrison, a remarkable 350-year-old coastal defence system
Take in the spectacular views across to the islands of Bryher and Tresco
Enjoy the island’s mild climate, stunning wildflowers and countless white sandy beaches
Beyond Land’s End
Take a guided tour of St Mary’s Garrison, which has served as a coastal defence system in Scilly for around 350 years. Learn about its remarkable history as you walk the preserved Garrison Walls. Today, St Mary’s is a beautiful haven of peace and tranquillity. Admire the abundance of birds, the clear turquoise sea, and the ancient sites and monuments.
Practical information
Included: Cup of tea or coffee.
Remarks/requirements: Appropriate clothing and comfortable walking shoes.
Walking information: Approximately 1.5 miles in total, up to 24 steps (depending on tide) from the tender from the Quay. The ground is uneven and hilly in places.
Wheelchair accessible: No.
Language: English.
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