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THE QUAY
Inspiration for your paddling adventures
Welcome to The Quay, a blog providing inspiration for kayaking, paddle boarding and snorkelling on the Isles of Scilly. As well as insights into island life on St Martin’s.
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10 holiday activities for teenagers on St Martin’s, Isles of Scilly
Planning a family holiday to the Isles of Scilly? While we love time on the beach, boat trips, & kayaking, here are some more activities teenagers will love.
Anna Browne
May 22
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The top 5 beaches to kayak to on the Isles of Scilly
Kayaking on the crystal-clear waters of the Isles of Scilly allows you to experience the natural beauty and wildlife of the islands
Anna Browne
Mar 27
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5 tips for snorkelling on the Isles of Scilly
Veteran snorkeller, or newbie, here's our 5 tips for snorkelling on the Isles of Scilly. Snorkel sets are now available to rent from us.
Anna Browne
Feb 21
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David’s Solo Kayaking Adventures on the Isles of Scilly
If you've never set out in a kayak before, learn from David's experience. From newbie to confident kayaker on the Isles of Scilly.
Anna Browne
Dec 28, 2024
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Winter on St Martin’s, Isles of Scilly
What's it like on the Isles of Scilly in the winter? Winter island life on St Martin's can include wild weather, whale watching walks.
Anna Browne
Nov 23, 2024
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A kayak tour of the Eastern Isles on the Isles of Scilly
If you'd like to have a kayaking adventure on your next trip to the Isles of Scilly, try our three-hour kayak tour of the Eastern Isles
Anna Browne
Oct 25, 2024
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The top 5 snorkelling sites on St Martin’s, Isles of Scilly
Want to get the most from your snorkelling experience? Here are our 5 best beaches to snorkel from on St Martin's, Isles of Scilly
Anna Browne
Sep 26, 2024
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How a paddleboard hire on St Martin’s, Isles of Scilly, inspired a passion for paddleboarding
Read Venetia's inspiring story of how her passion for paddleboarding grew from a short hire.
Anna Browne
Aug 22, 2024
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Five family friendly kayaking adventures on the Isles of Scilly
Looking for family activities on the Isles of Scilly? Here are our tips for five family friendly kayaking adventures to get you off the beac
Anna Browne
Jul 25, 2024
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How to choose kayak hire or paddle board hire on the Isles of Scilly
Unsure how to choose between sit on top kayaks and paddleboard (SUP) hire on the Isles of Scilly? We explore the unique advantages of both.
Anna Browne
Jun 28, 2024
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Nornour - the perfect destination for a kayaking adventure on the Isles of Scilly
Nornour is a great island to head to for a kayaking adventure. It has stunning views, a sandy beach, historical remains and great wildlife.
Anna Browne
May 25, 2024
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How to travel to St Martin’s, Isles of Scilly, for your water sports hire
Inter-island boating can be confusing to visitors to the Isles of Scilly. Here's our guide getting to St Martin's for a water sports hire.
Anna Browne
Apr 21, 2024
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5 reasons to choose water sports hire with St Martin’s Watersports
A water sports hire is a great way to explore the Isles of Scilly. Here's 5 reasons to choose St Martin's Watersports
Anna Browne
Mar 23, 2024
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Our top four routes for a one hour kayak hire on the Isles of Scilly
Discover the beauty of the Isles of Scilly with our top four routes for a one hour kayak hire.
Anna Browne
Nov 30, 2023
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Why the Eastern Isles on the Isles of Scilly are so important and how to protect them
The Eastern Isles are a fabulous location to kayak to. Find out what makes them so special and how you can protect them.
Anna Browne
Sep 17, 2023
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9 tips for the first time paddleboarder
Never been on a paddle board? Don't worry, our paddle boarding tips and tricks for beginners will help you hit the water with confidence.
Anna Browne
Jun 23, 2023
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The top 5 most useful weather apps for the Isles of Scilly
Here’s our guide to the 5 best weather apps for the Isles of Scilly. How to tell if conditions are good for kayaking or paddle boarding.
Anna Browne
May 25, 2023
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