‘The end of an era’: Scillonian III sets sail on final voyage from Isles of Scilly
Summary
The Scillonian III made its final 37-nautical-mile voyage from St Mary’s in the Isles of Scilly to Penzance, Cornwall, after nearly 49 years in service. Its replacement, Scillonian IV, is expected to begin carrying passengers between the islands and mainland in March.Key Facts
- Scillonian III carried islanders, visitors and birdwatchers between the Isles of Scilly and mainland Britain.
- The ship sailed more than 10,000 times during its service.
- Its first voyage to the islands took place in 1977.
- Passengers and local singers marked the final voyage at both ends of the route.
- The Isles of Scilly Steamship Group operated Scillonian III.
- Scillonian IV was built in southeast Asia and is traveling to the islands via the Cape of Good Hope.
- The company says Scillonian IV will carry more passengers, travel faster and have systems designed to reduce rolling and pitching.
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