Tresco Island 7-Day Itinerary in June 2023

  1. Day 1: Abbey Garden
    10 minutes (1.0 mile) from Tresco Boatyard

    Explore the stunning subtropical gardens with exotic plants, sculptures, and fountains. (Opening times: 10am-4pm, daily, entrance fee required)

  2. Day 2: Cromwell's Castle
    30 minutes (1.2 miles) from Abbey Garden

    Take a tour of the 17th-century fortification and learn about its history as a defensive structure. (Opening times: 10am-4pm, daily, entrance fee required)

  3. Day 3: Tresco Island Spa
    45 minutes (1.5 miles) from Cromwell's Castle

    Indulge in a relaxing spa treatment and unwind with beautiful views of the sea. (Opening times: 10am-6pm, daily, appointment required)

  4. Day 4: King Charles's Castle
    20 minutes (0.8 miles) from Tresco Island Spa

    Visit the ruins of a Civil War fortress with panoramic views of the island. (Opening times: 10am-4pm, daily, entrance fee required)

  5. Day 5: New Inn
    15 minutes (0.6 miles) from King Charles's Castle

    Enjoy a traditional pub lunch or dinner in a cozy atmosphere with a beer garden. (Opening times: Mon-Sat 11am-11pm, Sun 12pm-10:30pm)

  6. Day 6: Riding Stables
    25 minutes (1.0 mile) from New Inn

    Experience Tresco's natural beauty on horseback with guided tours along the coastline. (Opening times: 9am-5pm, daily, reservation required)

  7. Day 7: Pentle Bay Beach
    25 minutes (1.2 miles) from Riding Stables

    Spend a day relaxing on one of Tresco's most beautiful beaches with crystal-clear water and white sand. (Free, open 24/7)

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Abbey Garden (2 hours, £15 per adult)
  • Cromwell's Castle (1 hour, £8 per adult)
  • Tresco Island Spa (2 hours, £80 per person)
  • King Charles's Castle (1 hour, £8 per adult)
  • New Inn (1-2 hours, £10-£25 per person)
  • Riding Stables (2 hours, £50 per person)
  • Pentle Bay Beach (3-4 hours, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: £186-£216 per person
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