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Hugh Town (Treworenys or Tre Huw in Cornish) is the largest settlement on the Isles of Scilly and the islands' administrative centre. It lies in the west of St Mary's, the largest island, on a narrow isthmus that joins The Garrison to the rest of the island.

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Hugh Town: the harbour town of St Mary's and the administrative centre of the Isles of Scilly

Hugh Town (Treworenys or Tre Huw in Cornish) is the largest settlement on the Isles of Scilly and the islands' administrative centre. It lies in the west of St Mary's, the largest island, on a narrow isthmus that joins The Garrison to the rest of the island. Its postcode district is TR21.

The name Hugh probably comes from an Old English word for a promontory or high ground, and The Garrison was originally called The Hugh. In medieval times Old Town was the main centre of population, and from the 17th century Hugh Town grew because of its sheltered harbour. Star Castle was built on The Garrison in 1593 and is now a hotel. Unlike the rest of the islands, the freehold of land in the town is not held by the Duchy of Cornwall, having been sold to inhabitants in 1949, although the Duchy still owns and runs the harbour.

The town has two beaches, Town Beach on the north side along the harbour bay and Porthcressa on the south. At the centre of the isthmus is The Parade, a small park that was originally a parade ground, where the Grade II listed Town Hall houses the council. There are three churches on or near Church Street: the Church of England church of St Mary, the islands' Roman Catholic church and St Mary's Methodist Church.

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  • Setting: Island town on a narrow isthmus in the west of St Mary's, Isles of Scilly
  • Landscape: Sheltered harbour bay to the north, Porthcressa beach to the south and The Garrison headland to the west
  • Getting here: Ferry to Penzance and boat services to the other islands run from the harbour. St Mary's Airport is about a mile east
  • Known for: Star Castle on The Garrison, the harbour and quay, the Town Hall on The Parade and the World Pilot Gig Championships
  • In the village: Hugh Street shops, pubs, restaurants, hotels, a post office, a library and three churches

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Where is Hugh Town?

Hugh Town is on St Mary's, the largest of the Isles of Scilly. It sits on a narrow isthmus in the west of the island and is the islands' main settlement and administrative centre.

How do you get to Hugh Town?

The ferry from Penzance, currently the Scillonian III, uses the quay at Hugh Town, and St Mary's Airport is about a mile east of the town centre. Check current sailing and flight details with the operators before you travel.

What beaches are there at Hugh Town?

Town Beach lies on the north side of the town along the harbour bay, and Porthcressa is on the south side.

Is Hugh Town owned by the Duchy of Cornwall?

Not the land in the town. The freehold was sold to inhabitants in 1949, unlike the rest of the islands, although the Duchy still owns and runs the harbour.

Can I bring my dog or book a family room?

Policies vary by property and sometimes by room. Check your dates, the number and size of dogs, extra charges, bed arrangements and any age restrictions with the provider before paying.

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