Tresco Heliport
If you’re arriving by air, Tresco Heliport offers landing facilities for private and charter helicopters by prior arrangement. It also serves as the island gateway for the scheduled service operated by Penzance Helicopters.
Facilities & Services
Private & Charter Landings
All private pilot and charter helicopter movements must be arranged in advance with the Heliport Manager via email or by calling 01720 424109.
Airfield Information
Tresco Heliport is a grass airfield, 360 metres in length and 6 metres above sea level.
For fixed-wing aircraft, please note the effective landing distance is reduced due to a road bisecting the strip - approximately 150m east of the road and 100m west. As a guide, we recommend a weight limit of 500kg or aircraft with STOL capability.
Fuel
Jet A1 is available at Tresco Heliport by prior arrangement. AVGAS is available at Land's End Airport.
Opening Hours
The heliport is typically open 0800 – 1700, Monday to Saturday, from 1 March to 31 October. Winter hours are published in the AIP. Additional opening hours may be arranged on request.
Transport
From the heliport, onward transport can be arranged to your Tresco accommodation, the island’s restaurants, the Abbey Garden and other facilities. Boat transfers to neighbouring islands can also be organised through Tresco Boats.
Drones on Tresco
All drone operations within the Tresco Heliport Flight Restriction Zone, or anywhere on Tresco Island, require prior permission from Tresco Heliport, St Mary’s Airport Air Traffic Control, and Tresco Island Limited.
The launching, landing, or operation of drones (UAS) anywhere on Tresco Island by private individuals is strictly prohibited without prior written permission from Tresco Island Limited. This requirement is separate from, and in addition to, any permissions required from Tresco Heliport and/or St Mary’s Airport Air Traffic Control.
Permission for private recreational drone use will not normally be granted. Commercial requests may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Unauthorised drone activity may be reported to the relevant authorities.
For full details, please see our Drone Policy.
