Residents of Cornwall could save 35 per cent on day trip sailings to the Isles of Scilly this summer thanks to a new locals’ offer for 2017.

Isles of Scilly Travel has brought back its popular deal for Westcountry residents, allowing people living in the TR, PL, EX22 and EX23 postcode areas to enjoy a day trip like no other so they can discover the destination on their doorstep.

The offer covers all of Cornwall enabling residents to take advantage of reduced day sailing tickets for midweek visits, with a saving of more than 35 per cent on the brochure fares.

Rob Goldsmith, chief executive of the Isles of Scilly Steamship Group, said: “Following the huge success of two locals’ offer we ran last summer and autumn, we are delighted to be extending the offer from March to June for 2017, giving residents of Cornwall and parts of Devon a significant discount on midweek day tickets to the island.

“The offer allows those living closest to the stunning Isles of Scilly to visit for less, as part of our ongoing commitment to supporting the communities we serve and work within.”

The day trip offer will be available on a Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday throughout March, April, May and June. Proof of residency in the TR postcode area will be required when tickets are collected.

The offer is only open to full-time residents of the areas, and for new day trip bookings made for Scillonian III for the days listed. Exclusions apply during peak periods around event weekends, including the weekdays immediately prior to and after gig weekend, and on some specific dates.

Further information can be found at islesofscilly-travel.co.uk. To book call 01736 334220 quoting local17.