Bringing your own boat

The idyllic isles and islets are a sailor's paradise, a paradise for learning to sail and a sanctuary for those who just wish to relax on-board. The islands are a super half-way-house between Brittany and Ireland; so much so that you may not wish to finish your journey. One date for the diary not to be missed is the Round the Island sailing race on August 3rd- a fantastic event.

Crystal clear waters, breathtaking scenery and over 50 isles and islets make Scilly a popular sailing destination. There are numerous coves, and safe anchorages around all the islands plus St. Mary's Harbour which is privately owned.

Yachts in harbour

St. Marys Harbour:

St. Mary's Harbour is owned and run by the Duchy of Cornwall.
The Harbour Office is situated on the quay.

VHF: Channel 16 (working channel 14) call sign "St. Mary's Harbour"
Visitor Moorings: There are 38 deep water yacht moorings. These are on YELLOW buoys.
Mooring Fees: Per Night
Yachts up to 40ft £16.00
Between 40ft - 60ft £22.00
Boats over 60ft Moorings by arrangement only.
Offer: Pay for 3days and get the 4th day free.
Opening Hours: 08.00am- 17.00pm Daily
Contact Number: 01720 422768
Address: Harbour Office, St. Mary's Quay, St. Mary's, Isles of Scilly, TR21 0HU
Charts: Admiralty Chart 883, or No. 34.
Emergency Contact No: 07789 273 626
Water Taxi: This service is not available

St. Mary's Harbour facilities:
- Fuel
- Showers and Toilets
- Battery Charging and Bottled Gas
- Pilotage
- Fresh Water
- Rubbish Disposal
- Waiting Room
- WiFi/ Internet Access (coming soon during 08)
- Dinghy Parking under Old Quay
They can also advise on marine services:
- Divers
- Sailmakers
- Marine Engineers
- Boat Repairs
- Pleasure Boating/ Charter/ Fishing Trips
- Sailing School
- Boat Building

Tresco Moorings:

There are excellent deepwater moorings in Tresco Channel, and at Old Grimsby in St. Helens Pool.
For more information contact Tresco Harbourmaster Henry Birch.
Tel: +44 (0)1720 422849/ Mob.07778 601237, Fax:+44 (0)1720 422807
VHF Channel 08
Visitor Moorings: There are 22 red or yellow visitors' buoys in New Grimsby Sound.
Shore facilities: Water, bar and restaurant, provisions, post office, ferry to St Mary's.

St. Martins Hotel Lower Town Quay Moorings:

There are 6 moorings all together. These are marked with a GREEN OR RED Buoy. There is no pre-booking simply enquire in the hotel on arrival. There is no charge for the moorings however yachtsmen have access to the showers in the hotel swimming pool for £10. For more information contact St. Martins Hotel on 01720 422092.

Other inhabited island anchorages:

Porthcressa: St. Mary's
Old Grimsby: Tresco
The Cove: St. Agnes
Porth Conger: St. Agnes

For further details e-mail St. Mary's Harbour

ROUND THE ISLAND SAILING RACE ARRIVNG BY YACHT