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Daily Mirror
Daily Mirror
Travel
Liam Doyle & Milo Boyd

UK's hidden seaside islands 25 miles from the mainland that look like the Maldives

An archipelago just off the British coast has earned a reputation as the 'Maldives of the UK' thanks to its sandy beaches, pleasant climate with months of sun and peaceful quality of life.

The Scilly Isles lie several miles southwest of Land's End in Cornwall, adrift in the Atlantic Ocean unlike any other landmass off the coast of England.

They have become a favourite destination for travellers searching for a slice of British paradise, particularly during the coronavirus lockdowns when travel to other countries was restricted, the Express reports.

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