The Atlas Obscura Guide To Isles of Scilly

2 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Isles of Scilly, England

Updated May 8, 2024

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Unusual Attractions in Isles of Scilly

Bishop Rock from the sea

Isles of Scilly, England

Bishop Rock

At high tide, the base of the lighthouse covers practically every inch of the island.

Figureheads in a row

Isles of Scilly, England

Valhalla Museum

Around 30 ship figureheads are housed at this 11th-century abbey and gardens.

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Stories About Isles of Scilly

These two seagrass fairy circles, each about 17 feet (five meters) wide, are located in the harbor of Old Grimsby, in the Isles of Scilly in England.

Decoding the Mystery of Seagrass Fairy Circles

Whether you call them gaps, rings, or fairy circles, these unexpected formations in seagrass beds are keeping scientists guessing.

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