A British crown dependency, the sunny (well, relatively speaking) island of Guernsey boasts mild winters and warm summer months. From coasteering to kayaking, windsurfing to foodie foraging, outdoor enthusiasts of all types will love to roam this gorgeous Channel Island. A great base for fishing and angling trips, Guernsey also has plenty to see and do on the mainland. Explore Neolithic sites, stoic Castle Cornet, and ancient burial sites like Le Creux es Faies, a tomb that was once believed to be the gateway to a magical fairyland.
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5.0 based on 471 reviews
A beautiful beach of soft light sand, which extends across the northern coast of Herm island. The water temperature was still somewhat cold during my visit, but waters are clean and crystal clear. The beach has a gradual incline and reaches about 1.5m depth around 100m out at low tide. Be careful as there is a slight rip current where two waters meet on the eastern part of the beach where there is a sand spit protruding into the sea; it may be unsafe for small children. Overall a great experience
4.5 based on 1,477 reviews
An 800 year old castle that boasts incredible views of the whole East coast of Guernsey and across to the other islands of Herm, Sark and Alderney. Steeped in history that includes the English civil war and the German Occupation of the castle and islands during the second world war. There are four museums on military history, the RAF and the story of the castle and a new maritime museum hoping to be unveiled later in 2021. The grounds and gardens benefit from a full-time castle keeper tending the historic gardens and keeping it looking beautiful. The daily noon-day gun firing of a 32 pound cannon by a gunner in traditional 19th century uniform is the highlight of any visit and can be accompanied by a castle tour in the morning, tea in the cafe and relaxing in the sunshine!
Castle cornet has a fascinating history, great for kids for look around and for adults also, Remember to be there fro the noon day gun firing, 3 museums in one, local Militia, castle history, and the 201 squadron, long walk to it though.
4.5 based on 208 reviews
A beautiful beach with plenty too see you are able to have a nice walk on the beach or sit on the see wall and watch the world go by always something go on a lovely place rain or shine
4.5 based on 676 reviews
Candie Gardens is a beautiful 19th Century garden in the heart of St Peter Port with spectacular views over the harbour and neighbouring islands. The site also includes a café, a museum and art galleries (Guernsey Museum at Candie)and a research library (the Priaulx Library). Entry to the gardens and library is free, there is a small charge for the museum and art galleries.
We arrived at Guernsey after a terrible trip on mediocre Condor Ferries. As a result of bad weather, our Ferry on Wednesday was cancelled and we could only travel on Thursday without our car as the ferry was packed. We were staying at the excellent Duke of Richmond Hotel and, as it was near the port, decided to walk. It was a good decision as it included a walk through Candie gardens which are a lovely municipal park. The gardens are very well maintained and very interesting with historic greenhouses, and excellent cafe and the Guernsey Museum and Art Gallery
4.5 based on 50 reviews
Lihou Island is worth the walk,you can only reach this little island on very low tides.Be warned find out when its the right tide,in the pass ,people have beed caught out.This Island is of history,there are ruins to prove it,Lihou is also covered with many wild flowers and it's full of wild life and rare birds nesting.A chaming walk around the island is must, remember to wear good walking boots or shoes, you will be walking on stones.I would suggest you take a drink with you, it is a fair walk,and it can get very warm.
4.5 based on 115 reviews
This is an excellent bay and beach, has a Cafe and toilet which aren't open off season. What I found really interesting is that in low tide you can go to the adjoining beach stretch towards the right, which is mostly otherwise isolated, which is mostly pebbles (excellent for round ones !) and some sand. We visited in April and found a lot of bird activity in the cliffs above and on the beach (worth bringing your binoculars !). We caught view of some Oystercatchers on the beach, there are lots of big rock islands separated from the island which are perfect for puffins and ganettes (although there were only a few when we visited) and we even saw some eagles on the hunt !
4.5 based on 159 reviews
Nestling in the beautiful Guernsey parish of Castel, Le Friquet Garden Centre is the island’s largest garden centres. Stocking the widest array of indoor and outdoor products, it also has the most comprehensive range of plants, seeds and bulbs in Guernsey. Not only providing inspiration for both the amateur and dedicated gardener and homemaker as well as all the best advice, the Centre has a superb restaurant where you can enjoy freshly prepared dishes in stunning surroundings.
Good tennerfest menu all freshly prepared and generous portions. It tasted delicious and was served by a really friendly waitress. Excellent value - we'll be going back again.
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