• Situated in the bay of St Malo

• 80 miles south of the English coast

• 20 miles from the north coast of France

Where are we?

• With over 2,000 hours of sunshine every year, the Bailiwick of Guernsey is one of the sunniest places in the British Isles

• On average, we are 2 – 3 degrees warmer than the UK

• We rarely see snow or frost

• Our coastal waters are warmed by the Gulf Stream

• Our floral displays are often more advanced than across the UK

Our climate

The Island’s income comes from:

• Finance

• Tourism

• Manufacturing e.g., Specsavers, Healthspan

• Horticulture and agriculture

• VAT is not applicable

• Low rates of excise duty apply

Guernsey’s economy

St Peter Port

Cobbled streets, picturesque seafront marina and historic gardens, this pretty harbour town offers panoramic views out to the sister islands.

The High Street has retained much of its charm with small boutiques and gift shops jostling for space alongside larger branded stores.

Great Things in St Peter Port:

• Hauteville House (Victor Hugo’s home)• Castle Cornet• La Vallette Museum Underground Military

Museum• Guernsey Museum • Candie Gardens• Guernsey Tapestry• La Vallette Bathing Pools

Places of Interest

From exploring castles and forts, hidden gardens, art galleries and museums or discovering the island’s historic sites and natural beauty - For a small island, there are a huge range of places to visit in Guernsey.

Great Places to Visit:

• Fort Grey • The Little Chapel • German Occupation Museum• Sausmarez Manor • La Table Des Pions (Fairy Ring)• Saumarez Park• National Trust of Guernsey Folk and

Costume Museum• Oatlands Village

Guernsey is the perfect launch pad to explore the neighbouring Bailiwick Islands!

Island Hopping

Herm

The closest of the sister islands, Herm only takes 20 minutes to get to by ferry from St Peter Port harbour.

Great things in Herm

• Shell BeachA stretch of brilliant white sand that could have been transplanted from the Caribbean• Herm CommonGateway to Shell Beach, the vast Common is also home to a number of heritage sites.• Herm VillageExplore the Popular gift shops and tavern that are a short walk from the harbour.

Sark

Unique and truly memorable - landing on Sark for the first time feels like taking a gentle step back in time.

Great Things in Sark

• La CoupéeA natural isthmus that joins the main island to Little Sark.• Horse and Carriage RideDiscover the car-free island by horse and carriage.• La Seigneurie GardensBeautiful landscaped and RHS recommended gardens adjacent to the official home of the Seigneur of Sark.• Sark's Dark SkiesNew Observatory opened 2015

Alderney

The closest of the Channel Islands to France, Alderney has enviable sandy bays, natural environment, historical intrigue and a unique character.

Great things in Alderney:

• Self-guided walks• Nature - Home to almost 300

species of bird.• Railway - Run by enthusiastic

volunteers, Alderney is home to the only working railway in the Channel Islands.

• Discover Alderney's History -Alderney's history spans over 5,000 years.

Indulge/Food

Rich in natural ingredients from both the sea and land, Guernsey, and its food, has a unique flavour.

Throughout the year, the calendar is packed full of Food Events and food festivals, including the legendary Tennerfest in autumn.

Heritage

One of the most significant periods in the Channel Islands’ history was the occupation by Germany during World War II. The Guernsey Occupation, between June 1940 and May 1945, cast a long shadow over the 20th century and shaped the islands - and their residents - into what they are today. It left a lasting legacy, both emotionally and literally.

The coastline, punctuated with fortifications and bunkers, still bears testament to these troubling five years.

From the Guernsey Lily and the island's floral export industry, the world-class nature reserves and rare bird colonies, Guernsey has much to offer nature-lovers.

Candie Gardens is home to the oldest-known heated glass-houses in the British Isles, where you can also find out more about the Guernsey Lily while you’re there. SaumarezPark gardens, also includes the restored Victorian Walled Garden, the subtropical gardens at Sausmarez Manor.

Floral Guernsey

Key events in the 2017 floral calendar include:

Floral FestivalsWild Flower Fortnight in SarkOpen GardensTorteval Scarecrow Festival

Our cliffs and bays

Guernsey's spectacular south coast cliffs are punctuated with beautiful bays, secluded coves and picturesque harbours.

It is possible to walk from St Peter Port all the way around to the island's most southerly point along the cliff paths.

The island has 27 beaches from the sheltered south coast coves to the wide expanses of white sand to the north.

Countryside and nature

Traditional granite farmhouses and cottages dot the countryside and fields separated by hedgerows form a patchwork where Guernsey cows graze. Agriculture is still a vital industry in the island and the hilltop fields fall away to the coast offering stunning sea views.

Wellness

Wellness tourism is soaring in popularity across the UK, as individuals and couples seek to enhance their wellbeing by taking a short holiday. You may take a wellness break in Guernsey for one of many reasons, such as improving your physical fitness and mental health, getting in touch with your spiritual side, or even just recharging your batteries.

Embrace the natural assets of Guernsey; walking, sea swimming, cycling. Or take part in various activities; stand up paddle boarding, yoga, meditation, park runs, bootcamps, kayaking, coasteering or surfing.

Tasty Walks is a series of 18 self-guided walks which make the most of the very best the island has to offer - its stunning scenery and fabulous food. Whether it's the rugged south coast cliff paths, the long sweeping bays of the west or uncovering the historic past of the island's capital, the island has much to offer in just 25 square miles.These routes are designed with walkers of all ages and abilities in mind.

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Tasty Walks

Channel Islands Heritage Festival8 April – 10 May 2017

A six-week-long celebration of the islands’ history. The Channel Islands are steeped in

history, from ancient neolithic sites and spooky pagan rituals to the only place in the

British Isles to be occupied by the Germans. Lose yourself in our unique history during

the Heritage festival.

Guernsey International Food Festival 14 September – 24 September 2017

A celebration of the very best culinary offerings from the island.

TennerfestOctober – November 2017

An exciting culinary event where many restaurants in Guernsey take part in the

‘Tennerfest’, which gives guests great value for money with a choice of menus starting

from just £10.

Key Events for 2017

Getting HereGetting here couldn't be easier, regular flights and sea crossings mean you could be exploring the Bailiwick within hours of setting off from home.

Flights to Guernsey from London Gatwick take only 45 minutes, with those from regional airports taking upwards of 30 minutes. Regular flights operate from major UK airports all year round, as well as some seasonal services from destinations further afield.

Ferries to Guernsey from the UK cross from Poole, taking around three hours. A traditional ferry operates in all weathers, all-year-round, from Portsmouth. Travelling to and from St Malo, France by ferry takes a little over two hours. There are also seasonal ferries to and from Dielette, Granville and Barneville-Carteret on the Normandy coast of France. Inter-island ferry travel for island hopping day trips or longer stay is available from Guernsey to Herm, Sark, Alderney and Jersey.