Atlantic Inn
Hugh St, St Mary's TR21 0HY
01720 422323

Open W/days:  1100-2300
Open Sun:        1200-2230

St Austell Trelawney, Tribute, Proper Job, HSD, Seasonal Beer   (H)

Spacious, busy open-plan pub with open beams, once part of the adjacent Atlantic Hotel. It has a separate dining area although bar meals are available, and a good range of pub food. There are several handpumps dispensing most of the St. Austell ales, although not all may be on offer at any one time (especially in winter) and the range may be varied. A small patio (where smokers can go) overlooks St Marys harbour. Arguably the best pub in Hugh Town for beer and conversation, and family-friendly, although children are not encouraged after 2100.
  

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Bishop and Wolf
Hugh St, St Mary's TR21 0LL
  01720 422790

Open W/days:  1100-2300
Open Sun:        1200-2230

St Austell Trelawney, Tribute, HSD, Seasonal Beer    (H)

Named after the two local lighthouses and with a unique pub sign (compare the sides!), this lively pub is adorned with much of the marine décor commonplace on the islands, including old photos of local shipwrecks and former lifeboats on the walls of its large bar and pool room. The upstairs sports bar becomes a restaurant (open evenings) during the summer months. The lunchtime bar snacks are popular. Children are welcome.
  

              

   
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Juliet's Garden Restaurant & Bar
Porthloo TR21 0NF
(North of Porthloo Beach; OS ref SV909115)
  01720 422228

Open W/days:  1030-1700 1800-'late' (not Tues eve); closed in winter
Open Sun:        1030-1700, 1800-2030; closed in winter

Ales of Scilly Firebrand    (H)

Not so much a pub, more of a pub garden! Previously this establishment operated only as a tea garden, but is now one of the most reliable outlets on St Marys for sampling the locally-brewed ale. In a picturesque location on the coast path and overlooking St Mary's harbour with superb views beyond, the large terraced garden is presided over by a modern stylish indoor dining area housing a small bar from which the ale is dispensed. Food is available 1200-1400 and 1830-2030; no restaurant meals Tuesday evenings.

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Mermaid Inn
The Bank, St Mary's TR21 0HY
(next to The Quay)
  01720 422701

Open W/days: 1100-2300 (2400 over holiday weekends)
Open Sun:       1200-2230 (2400 over holiday weekends)

Ales of Scilly Scuppered    (H)
Sharp's Doom Bar              (H)
Skinner's Betty Stogs         (H)

Busy, boisterous and popular with locals and tourists alike, this old granite pub by the quay is the first one you come to when leaving the Scillonian ferry from Penzance. The main bar, which usually has 'background' music playing, is crammed with maritime bric-à-brac. The pub has a separate restaurant upstairs, with a newly-refurbished cellar bar/restaurant downstairs called the Slip Inn, which opens lunchtimes and evenings and is more family-orientated. A third ale may appear during summer. Although tied to a national pub chain, the island location won it dispensation to sell beer from the Ales of Scilly Brewery, which may vary within the range available.

   

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Old Town Inn
Old Town TR21 0NN
  01720 422301

Open W/days:  1100-2300 (Restricted winter hours, Dec-Mar)
Open Sun:        1100-2230 (Restricted winter hours, Dec-Mar)

Ales of Scilly Scuppered      (H)
Sharp's Doom Bar                (H)
Guest beer                           (H)

This modern and roomy pub is located below the airport and about 15-20 min stroll from Hugh Town. Wood panelling and flooring dominate the two bars, the front one of which is mainly for day-to-day drinking, while the other is a dual-purpose dining and function room to the rear. Offering live music nights once a month, the pub is home to the Islands Folk Club who also perform there monthly.  The real ale is taken seriously here; Doom Bar is always present, the other two being varied, and there are twice-yearly beer festivals held normally in June and September.  Food is served daily 1200-1400, 1830-2030, and includes homemade bar food and a weekday evening bistro. Accommodation is in three 4-star rooms. Good wheelchair access.  The pub is signed up to the CAMRA members' discount scheme.
  

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Scillonian Club
Lower Strand, St Mary's TR21 0LP
  01720 422720

Open W/days:  1200-2300
Open Sun:        1200-2300

Beer Range Varies    (H)

Although named and managed as a 'club', this Hugh Town establishment has a pub licence and features 2 bars, once much frequented by former PM Harold Wilson who opened the newer Lyonesse Bar. The older bar and family room overlook the harbour. Up to 3 real ales are available during summer (from Easter to September) including St Austell Tribute and other local beers (the selection may, however, be varied).
    

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Star Castle Hotel
Garrison, St Mary's TR21 0JA
  01720 422317

Open W/days:  1200-1400, 1800-2300
Open Sun:        1200-1400, 1830-2230

Beer Range Varies   (H)

Real Ale is served in the Dungeon Bar, a tiny and restricted space in the old castle dungeon under the hotel, reached down a steep and narrow staircase from hotel reception. The tiny bar can accommodate only one barperson, but the drinking space is surprisingly large.  The two real ales are varied but usually feature one of the Ales of Scilly range; the other is also normally a Cornish mainland brew such as St Austell Proper Job or Tribute. Interesting décor reflects the history of the castle and the maritime heritage of the islands. Bar snacks are available,  with full meals being taken in one of the restaurants upstairs.
  

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Turk's Head
St Agnes TR22 0PL
(Overlooking the quay)
  01720 422434

Open W/days:  1030-1630, 1900-2300 (1030-2300 Jun-Aug; restricted winter opening)
Open Sun:        1030-1630, 1900-2230 (1030-2300 Jun-Aug; restricted winter opening)

Ales of Scilly Scuppered    (H)
St Austell Tribute                (H)
Guest Beer                          (H)

The only pub on the island, well-loved by locals and visitors alike, with an outdoor drinking area which can have few rivals for its scenic beauty. Opening hours may vary slightly according to boat times; the jetty is only a couple of minutes walk away (you can watch your boat approaching from the bar). Evening boat trips run from St.Mary's in summer to sample the ale and food. The Tribute is sold as a house beer named Turk's Ale, while the guest ale when available is usually from Skinner's. Order lunchtime pasties early!
 

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Fraggle Rock
Harbour View, Bryher TR23 0PR
(east side of the island)
  01720 422222

Open W/days: 1000-1630, 1900-2300 (1000-2300 summer)
Open Sun:       1000-1630

Sharp's Doom Bar     (H)

Tiny café and bar north of 'Anneka's Quay' on the east side of the island, selling one real ale which is changed occasionally, although Doom Bar is most often available. The Fraggle functions effectively as the island 'local', and sometimes features live entertainment. There is an upstairs restaurant (which may also double as the bar), with views over the sound to Tresco. Food is available 1200-1400 - except Fri lunchtimes when you are invited to bring your own food - and 1900-2030; Friday is usually fish 'n chips night. Handy for the boats at low states of the tide. Opening times may be more restricted than shown during the winter.
 

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Hell Bay Hotel
Bryher, Isles of Scilly TR23 0PR
(west side of the island)
  01720 422947

Open W/days:  1030-1500, 1830-2330 (closed in winter)
Open Sun:        1030-1500, 1830-2330 (closed in winter)

St Austell Tribute    (H)

Much-modernised hotel bar, whose patio looks out over nearby Gweal Hill and the rocks to the west of Scilly. The single handpump dispenses the Tinners under the brand name normally found in East Cornwall and Devon - Cousin Jack.  The brew available may however vary from time to time. The hotel is on the opposite side of the island from the boat quays, about 15min walk direct.
 

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St Martins in the Isle Hotel
Lower Town, St Martins TR25 0QW
  01720 422092

Open W/days:  1130-2300 (closed in winter)
Open Sun:        1130-2230 (closed in winter)

Ales of Scilly Scuppered   (H)
St Austell Tribute               (H)

This plush hotel is perhaps an unlikely outlet for real ale, but the Round Island Bar & Bistro indeed sports two handpumps, albeit positioned almost out of sight of the casual observer, in a low position behind the bar. They dispense brews usually rotated between the local brewery and St. Austell brewery beers, although the real ale may not always be available. Pictures and paintings depict the rocks and sea in its changing moods. Families are welcome, but there is no food Mon eves. The spacious garden, which is beside the Lower Town quay, affords superb views over the many rocks and islands of Scilly.
 

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Seven Stones
Lower Town, St Martin's TR25 0QW
  01720 423560

Open W/days:  1000-1530; 1800-2300 (hours may be restricted in winter)
Open Sun:        1200-1530, 1900-2230  (may be restricted in winter)

Ales of Scilly Firebrand, Scuppered    (H)
St Austell Tribute                                 (H)

The Seven Stones is a comfortable, pine-decked community pub commanding beautiful views of the islands, especially from the garden. The real ales may be varied from time to time, whilst the third may only be available at busy times. The location is convenient for awaiting a boat to the other islands from Lower Town quay, a couple of minutes walk away. A range of food is available (1200-1430 and 1800-2100), but beware the hungry sparrows in the garden.
 

 
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New Inn
Townshill, New Grimsby  TR24 0QG
(west side of island)
  01720 422844

Open W/days:  1100-1500, 1800 (1700 Fri)-2300 (1100-2300 summer)
Open Sun:        1200-2300

Ales of Scilly Firebrandd                 (H)
St Austell Tribute                             (H)
Skinner's Betty Stogs, House Beer   (H)

Excellent, if expensive, old pub near New Grimsby harbour, a haven between demanding coastal walks and the boat to St Mary's. Recent extensions to the garden and provision of a covered 'pavilion' have added to the attractions of this popular real ale outlet. Beers may be varied, usually within the Skinner's range, with another from local brewery Ales of Scilly often making an appearance; the house beer is a 4.2% blend marketed as Tresco Tipple. An 'Ale and Sausage' (or similar) festival is held over the spring bank holiday weekend, with a second beer festival at August Bank Holiday. Occasional live music.
 

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