Hugh Town

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Hugh Town

Hugh Town (population 1,068) is the main settlement on the Isles of Scilly, located south west of Cornwall, England, United Kingdom. The town is situated on the island of St Mary's. It is mainly a centre for tourism, with several beaches. Its most notable building is Star Castle.

Ferries run from Hugh Town to Penzance, and St. Mary's Airport is located just outside the town. There are regular flights by helicopter to Penzance, and by 12-seater plane to St Just, Cornwall.