In the early 1900s Alexander and Herbert Gibson produced one of the first guide books to the islands and since then we have continued publishing information and photographic books. We have extended the range of books and also produce calendars and a DVD. You can purchase any of our books, calendars and DVD by using our secure online shopping basket.
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A Sailors Guide to the Isle of Scilly
A pilotage book for those intending to sail in and around the islands. Large colour photographs with marks and transits plus useful local information.
The Isle of Scilly A Special Place
A hardcover bound book full of stunning photographs of the islands. 64 pages of colour photographs covering the islands and its wildlife.
A Bird's Eye View of the Islands of Scilly
A soft cover book containing 20 pages of one image per page of aerial views of all the islands.
Gig Racing in the Isle of Scilly
A soft cover book containing 80black and white images of gigs and gig racing. A fantastic piece of historical record for this ever growing sport.
Shipwrecks around the Isles of Scilly
A soft cover book with pictures of shipwrecks around the islands laid out in chronological order. Contains pictures of the salving of articles from the Colossus through to the recovery of Team Phillips in 2000.
A Maritime Album
A book celebrating the countrys maritime heritage. Printed in sepia tones it contains photographs of vessels ranging from the traditional gig, Brixham trawlers , Bristol Pilot Boats to the Irish Curragh .
Wild Flowers of Scilly
An indentification book for the local wild flowers and plants. Includes coastal habitats, heathland, hedgerows etc and includes common and latin names. 87 pages of colour pictures text and index.
The Isles of Scilly Eye Witness 1958-1984
The first book in a series of three contains pictures of events and life in the Scillies. A fascinating snapshot of life in the islands and its people.
The Isles of Scilly Eye Witness 1985-1990
The second book in a series of three contains pictures of events and life in the Scillies. A fascinating snapshot of life in the islands and its people.
The Isles of Scilly Eye Witness 1991-1997
The third book in a series of three contains pictures of
events and life in the Scillies. A fascinating snapshot of
life in the islands and its people.
The Isles of Scilly Eye Witness Series
This series of three books contains pictures of events and life in the Scillies. A fascinating snapshot of life in the islands and its people.
Sea & Shore Birds and Marine Life
A must have companion for anyone out and about in Scilly. It provides identifications for the local bird life and also for the marine life and shells found along the shores. 64 pages of colour pictures text and index
Old Scillonain Recipies
A book containing local recipes such as potato cake and baked mullet.