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Islands : Alderney, Sark, and Herm

A visit to the islands of Guernsey is really four holidays rolled into one; each has its own distinct character and pace of life. Together they complement the attractions, shopping and restaurants of Guernsey.


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Holiday Homes / Cottages & Apartments

 

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Hotels Channel Islands

  Hotels Channel Islands   -   Hotel Guide Channel Islands
Hotels Saint Helier Jersey, Jersey, St Brelade, St Martin Guernsey, Rozel, St Lawrence, Castel, St Peter Port, Saint Aubin, Saint Peter Port, Grouville, Jersey, and more ... 

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  L'Horizon ****, St Brelade's Bay, JE3 8EF St Brelade
Overlooking Jersey's most scenic bay, Hotel L'Horizon offers an abundance of naturally relaxing elements. Bright, warming sunlight and gently invigorating fresh sea air. Beach, near Airport.
Activities : Sauna, Fitness Centre, Golf Course (within 3 km), Spa & Wellness Centre, Massage, Windsurfing, Jacuzzi, Walking, Turkish/Steam Bath, Indoor Swimming Pool.
  The Clubhouse at La Collinette Hotel, Cottages & Apartments ***, St Jacques, GY11SN Guernsey
Located just a stroll through Candie Gardens to the tax free shopping and finance centre of the picturesque harbour capital St Peter Port, The Clubhouse is your island address on the doorstep of town.
  Somerville Hotel ****, Mont Du Boulevard, JE3 8AD St Aubin
Overlooking the harbour of St Aubin, the Somerville Hotel has fantastic views and offers exceptional service as one of the best hotels Jersey has to offer.

 

Travel Agents / Tour Operators

 
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  Wallace Arnold   -   Channel Island Holidays
Escape from it all on the beautiful holiday islands of Jersey and Guernsey - ideal retreats for those seeking a holiday with a touch of the continent but without any language or currency barriers. Jersey is a spectucular blend of seaside, heritage and history, while Guernsey offers a real change of pace as the perfect holiday destination in which to relax and unwind.

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Travel Guides Channel Islands / Related books

Amazon.com - Travel Guides Channel Islands 

Channel Islands Berlitz Pocket Guide
Paperback: 144 pages; Publisher: Berlitz Publishing (7 Jan 2009); ISBN-10: 9812686150; ISBN-13: 978-9812686152.

Jersey: Car Tours and Walks
Geoff Daniel (Author)
Paperback: 64 pages; Publisher: Sunflower Books; 4 edition (15 Feb 2007); ISBN-10: 1856913228; ISBN-13: 978-1856913225.

Jersey (Hotspots)
Paperback: 128 pages; Publisher: Thomas Cook Publishing (24 April 2008); ISBN-10: 1841579106; ISBN-13: 978-1841579108. 

Transport / How do I travel to the Channel Islands

Guernsey has numerous daily connections with the United Kingdom and continental Europe. Whether jet or light aircraft, wave-piercer or high-speed catamaran, there is a travel service to suit your needs.

  


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  Airline Tickets /  Bargain Flights  
Flight tickets Channel islands / Price comparison possible.

Alderney is served by the Channel Islands' only working standard gauge railway. Passengers can savour the tranquillity of the island from the low speed, urban comfort of former London Underground coaches. Somehow, in Alderney, it all makes perfect sense.

   -   fantastic fares from all of the UK's major ports

Guernsey Insight Flexi Map
Map: 1 pages; Publisher: APA Publications Pte Ltd,Singapore (6 Aug 2008); ISBN-10: 9812589929; ISBN-13: 978-9812589927.


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  Alderney
Alderney, the third largest of the Channel Islands invites you to travel to and discover one of the few, unspoiled, peaceful, natural and totally relaxing British Isles. Imagine a little island - just one and a half miles wide and three and a half miles long with just over two thousand friendly and welcoming inhabitants. Like Guernsey and Jersey, the island enjoys a mild climate and independence, with its own government and a fledgling off-shore finance and E-commerce sector.
Despite its closeness to mainland France (8 miles), Guernsey (23 miles), Jersey (30 miles) and the Isle of Wight (60 miles), Alderney has managed to avoid mainstream tourism. Remote, yet well-connected with direct scheduled air links from the UK, Alderney has its own airport and harbour.
  Herm-Island
Just twenty minutes from Guernsey, Herm is a 'time-out' from the twenty first century. The ferry docks near the island's tiny village, which offers drinks, gifts, snacks and meals and is overlooked by an ancient Norman chapel. Herm's peculiar history has left traces of Neolithic man, Breton monks, pirates, quarrymen and a colourful collection of tenants including hapless Army officers, a Bloomsbury author who fled from its 'mystical powers' and a Prussian Prince who inexplicably introduced 30 wallabies.
Modern day Herm differs little from its ancient past. Birds and exotic shells still abound, and the beaches and hedgerows are alive with natural beauty. Even at the height of summer you are still guaranteed a private spot somewhere on the island's shore, whose timeless tranquillity and white sand continue to cast a powerful spell. So be warned: Herm may well take over that corner of your mind that you retreat to when you need a break. You won't be alone.
  Sark
One of the last feudal outposts, Sark is a beautiful and intriguing island that refuses to kow-tow to the motor car. From the Dame of Sark's dignified resistance to German occupation to a recent bizarre, attempted putsch by an armed businessman (foiled by locals leaving the pub) Sark remains reassuringly independent. There are forty miles of coastline to explore, along with shaded valleys of wild flowers and small coves. The gardens of the Seigneurie, the island's church and tiny prison (AD1856) are well worth a visit.
For Channel Islanders, Sark is synonymous with tractor rides up from the miniature, piratical Creux harbour, horse drawn taxis, and long lobster lunches. If that sounds good then why not join us? Visitors should note that in Sark there is no word for 'stress'.

  St Anne's   -   Capital City Alderney   -   see Alderney
St. Anne is a tumble of narrow cobbled streets flanked by colour-washed cottages and town houses. Victoria Street hosts a variety of shops, pubs and restaurants, along with banking and postal services. The Church is one of the finest in the Channel Islands and the island hall retains the dignity of its former role, as Government House.
The town's museum paints a dramatic picture of an island steeped in military history. Its imposing coastal forts earned it the reputation of being "The Gibraltar of the Channel" but were soon outmoded by long range artillery , as was the massive breakwater at Braye, built to shelter the British fleet. A fine bay sits alongside, with others at Crabby and Platte Saline (but beware of the strong undertow on these two). The north coast boasts the beautiful bays of Corblets, Arch and Saye, with good sand and safe swimming.

  Hauteville House   -   see Guernsey's official Victor Hugo website
Hauteville House is a beautiful and eclectic cultural repository. Every room is steeped in the sprit of the man and his passions. Despite his achievements as an author, Hugo confided in a friend, "I was born to be a decorator". That self assessment does him a disservice: his decoration owes more to fine art than DIY and is the prefect complement to the house's permanent art collection.
  News   -   This is Guernsey   -  The Guernsey Press website
With a dedicated page for arts and another for cinema.
  St. James Concert & Assembly Hall
St James Concert Hall, originally a Church, is now a concert hall with excellent acoustics and serves the Island and its visitors with concerts, entertainment religious events and business meetings.
  Victor Hugo 
Victor Hugo, one of France's literary giants, spent 15 years in exile in Guernsey between 1855 and 1870. Having fled France, Hugo spent a short spell at St Clement's, in Jersey, before taking up residence at Hauteville House, which is now the property of the City of Paris.
During his fifteen years on the island he made a lasting impression and wrote some of his most famous works.
Victor Hugo's home, for most of his exile in Guernsey, was Hauteville House, which remains today as it was left, for visitors to see his individual style of decoration.

Cuisine  / Channel Islands Foods / Recipes

Islanders' Norman roots and cosmopolitan seafaring heritage combine with Guernsey's perfect gardening climate, bountiful ocean and arguably the best milk in the world to make this an island paradise for eating and drinking.

Guernsey serves many local delicacies, one of which is Guernsey Gâche. Each summer visitors can be heard wrestling with unlikely pronunciations of the island's favourite fruit loaf - a staple at all beaches, traditionally served with tea and rich, yellow Guernsey butter. But have no fear; locals recognise the knotted brow and hesitant manner before the kiosk menu board. It's pronounced 'Gosh' and, well. we know what you mean. Watch out too for Gâche Melée, the delicious local apple cake.

  Good Food Guernsey

History of the Channel Islands

The islands became part of the Duchy of Normandy in 933 AD and records reveal many Guernsey family names in the Norman invasion of England in 1066. Islanders may still joke that it is one of their oldest possessions, but the British monarch continues to hold the title of the Duke of Normandy in the islands: a living legacy of William the Conqueror.

  1204
2004 is an exceptional year for Guernsey as we celebrate 800 years of our unique history. Throughout the year you can find out what makes Guernsey so special. There will be events and activities and a new look at some of our fascinating landmarks.
Soon you will be able to explore this website to find out what makes 2004 such an anniversary worth celebrating and so please bookmark this site and keep an eye out for further information.
  Alderney Museum
  Guernsey Museums & Galeries
  History of Alderney
  Jersey Heritage Trust
In Jersey, they are responsible for the island's major historic sites, award-winning museums and public archives. We hold collections of artefacts, works of art, documents, specimens and information relating to Jersey's history, culture and environment. These collections define the island, hold the evidence for its historical development and act as the community's memory.
  SWMLAC   -  South Western Museum, Libraries, & Archives Council
SWMLAC is the regional development agency for museums, libraries and archives, covering the counties of Bristol, Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Gloucestershire, Somerset and Wiltshire, the Isles of Scilly and the Channel Islands.
  Subterranea Britannica Home Page
a society devoted the the study and investigation of man-made and man-used underground places. The site contains a special section on 'Fortress Alderney', which includes information and high resolution images of a number of important German fortifications.

Music, Art & Culture, Events

  English folk and traditional music
Guide to Internet resources relating to English folk music
  Traditional music & Folk related links  -  by area

  Spidercrab   -   the Internet Directory for the Channel Islands
Here at spidercrab.net you can find information about what's happening in the Channel Islands of Guernsey, Jersey, Alderney and Sark.


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