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FARMERS AND FISHERMANS MARKET 01 Jan 2011 - 01 Dec 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

EVERY SATURDAY Contact: +44 (0)1481 235571 Venue - Winter St Martin’s Parish Hall with car parking in the Community Centre opposite From April: Sausmarez Manor. Selling a wide range of locally made produce, plants and vegetables, fish, meat and handicrafts. Special ‘themed’ markets occasionally. 9am - 12pm.

CASTEL PARISH FARMERS MARKET 01 Jan 2011 - 29 Dec 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

FORTNIGHTLY SATURDAY Contact: Carol Guille +44 (0) 1481 258364 Venue: Fairfield, in good weather or Le Friquet Garden Centre in winter and in bad weather. 9:30am - 12pm. Selling fresh Guernsey produce including vegetables, meat, fish, homemade Guernsey Gache and Guernsey biscuits, vegetarian food, craft, local ice-cream, pies and cakes and bean jar.

ST. PETER'S COUNTRY MARKET 18 Jan 2012 - 12 Dec 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

EVERY WEDNESDAY Contact Mrs Plumley 01481 263376 Venue: Community Hut, behind St. Peter’s Post Office (Perry's ref 27 F1) 10-11am. On sale are fresh produce (salads, potatoes, berries etc), plants and homemade cakes, pies and jams. Also a craft stall of items all made by hand locally. Parking is available by the Post Office. Refreshments are available. Please do come and support us.

WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR 2012 28 Jan 2012 - 25 Mar 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

Guernsey Museum & Art Gallery, Candie Gardens, St Peter Port (Perry's ref Town H5) Contact Guernsey Museum on +44 (0) 1481 01481 726518 for further information. This popular annual exhibition returns with a stunning display of wildlife photography from around the world.

THE STORY OF GUERNSEY 28 Jan 2012 - 31 Dec 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

Guernsey Museum and Art Gallery +44 (0) 1481 726518 Archaeology, Geology, Natural History and Art telling the Story of the islands from the distant past to the present day.

ARTWORK OF THE MONTH 28 Jan 2012 - 31 Dec 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

Guernsey Museum and Art Gallery +44 (0) 1481 726518 See works by local contemporary artists, as well as pieces from the Museum collection which can be viewed without paying entry fee to the Museum.

GUERNSEY CAMERATA 05 Feb 2012 - 05 Feb 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

St James (Perry’s Guide Town Map, J6). Starting at 2:30pm. Contact: +44 (0) 1481 711361 Tickets from St James and all other Guernsey Tickets outlets or online. This concert will feature Carnival of the Animals by Saint - Saëns with Sebastian Grand and Tom Hicks playing the two pianos and Michael Sproule doing the narration. The theme of the concert will be animals, and all the pieces will be about an animal including the Pink Panther theme.

EISTEDDFOD 06 Feb 2012 - 17 Mar 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

Beau Sejour Theatre (Perrys Town Map J3) Contact Barbara Minta, 247606 Featuring English Speech and Drama, Music, Artistic Roller Skating, Modern Languages & Guernsey French 6 Feb - 17 Mar: Modern Languages 23 Feb - 3 Mar: Music Competition 4 Mar - 11 Mar: English Speech and Drama 8 Mar - 10 Mar: Guernsey French 10 March: Artisic Roller Skating

EXHIBITIONS IN THE GREENHOUSE: MAURICE STRIKE - THEATRE DESIGNS 17 Feb 2012 - 30 Mar 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

the greenhouse, Guernsey Information Centre, Contact The Guernsey Arts Commission on +44 (0) 1481 709707 Fri 17 Feb to Fri 30 Mar: Maurice Strike – Theatre Designs An exhibition showcasing 20 years if theatre design focusing on the productions of Colombe, Lower Depths, Alice Through The Looking Glass, Coppelia and 1981 Punk ballet.

MAURICE STRIKE THEATRE DESIGNS 17 Feb 2012 - 30 Mar 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

The Greenhouse, Guernsey Information Centre, North Esplanade, St Peter Port Guernsey Arts Commission +44 (0) 1481 709707 An exhibition showcasing 20 years of theatre design focusing on the productions of Colombe, Lower Depths, Alice Through The Looking Glass, Coppelia and 1981 Punk ballet.

CIGPE LECTURE - ICELANDIC VOLCANOES 22 Feb 2012 - 22 Feb 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

Contact Allan on +44 (0) 7781 431564. Held at the Duke fo Richmond Hotel, starting at 8pm. Hosted by the Channel Islands Group of Professional Engineers (CIGPE). In early 2010, the UK experienced the effects of Iceland’s volatile landscape when the volcanic plume produced by Eyjafjallajökull caused ash to reach the air space of the UK and mainland Europe. The lecture will further detail the interaction between volcanoes, ice and atmosphere. The Lecture is free to attend.

DOG SHOW 26 Feb 2012 - 26 Feb 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

Beau Sejour Theatre (Perry’s Town Map J3) Contact Christine Bligh, +44 (0) 1481 243322

RHS GROWING FOR SUCCESS LECTURE ‘SPOILT FOR CHOICE’ 22 Mar 2012 - 22 Mar 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

Les Cotils Conference Centre 7.30pm Guernsey Information Centre +44 (0) 1481 723552 A lecture about the joys and pitfalls of West Coast gardening by Noel Kingsbury. Tickets cost £8 for RHS members, £10 for non-members.

FLORAL GUERNSEY WORKSHOP – ‘THE RABBITS EYE VIEW’ 23 Mar 2012 - 23 Mar 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

Fermain Valley Hotel 9.30am-3.30pm Guernsey Information Centre 723552 A garden based workshop, observing plants, predicting their performance over time and planning successful plant combinations in terms of design and performance. Cost £37.50 (including light finger buffet lunch)

FROM THE EARTH TO THE SOLAR SYSTEM 31 Mar 2012 - 07 May 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

Guernsey Museum and Art Gallery +44 (0) 1481 726518 A stunning look at the planets, moons and other objects which make up our solar system in this exhibition created by NASA. Plus Foyer Display The Falklands War 1982.

EASTER HOCKEY FESTIVAL 05 Apr 2012 - 08 Apr 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

Contact: Rob Newton, Director, Guernsey Hockey LBG on +44 (0) 7911 717140 The 73rd annual hockey tournament, to be held at Footes Lane, combines as high standard of hockey with a host of fantastic evening events. This year’s tournament is sure to be another to remember.

EXHIBITIONS IN THE GREENHOUSE: FIREDIVE 06 Apr 2012 - 17 Jun 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

the greenhouse, Guernsey Information Centre, Contact The Guernsey Arts Commission on +44 (0) 1481 709707 Fri 6 Apr to Sat 26 May: Firedive An exhibition of filmmakers interpretation of the Firedive Swimming Gala staged in Guernsey in August 2011. This is the third part of this innovative project led by Tim Bowditch

EASTER FESTIVAL OF LIVING HISTORY 06 Apr 2012 - 09 Apr 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

In conjunction with Guernsey History In Action Company. Contact +44 (0) 1481 721657 for further information. Performances 10am-5pm The Castle is brought to life by costumed characters, music and family activities. The Guernsey History in Action Company will give a series of short performances telling vivid stories about the Castle and the Island’s intriguing history. Normal entry ticket permits re-entry throughout the weekend.

RANDALL'S BREWERY TOURS 07 Apr 2012 - 29 Sep 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

EVERY SATURDAY (April - September) Bookings essential on +44 (0) 1481 720134 Randall’s brew Breda lager and Patois cask conditioned ale at their state-of-the-art La Piette brewery. There are conducted tours for the public on Saturday mornings at 11 o’clock. Tours last approximately an hour, cost £5.00 per person and include a free pint of lager/ale.

PETER PAN – A MUSICAL ADVENTURE 07 Apr 2012 - 14 Apr 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

Beau Sejour Theatre 7.30pm Contact +44 (0) 7911 718424 With music and lyrics by Stiles and Drewe, this promises to be a roller-coaster of a musical, but still managing to stay true to the original timeless and much loved story by J M Barrie. Fun for all the family.

HERM ISLAND GARDEN TOURS 10 Apr 2012 - 11 Sep 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

EVERY TUESDAY Contact the Herm Trident kiosk on +44 (0) 1481 721379 to book and for further information. Ticket includes boat fare and garden tour. Head gardener Brett Moore conducts a weekly garden tour around the island gardens. Brett was trained at Pershore College of Horticulture and is very knowledgeable and entertaining.

SPRING FLORAL GUERNSEY FESTIVAL 14 Apr 2012 - 22 Apr 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

Contact Guernsey Information Centre on +44 (0) 1481 723552. Experience the beauty of Guernsey in the spring with a programme of walks, talks, lectures and workshops can be enjoyed by expert gardeners and beginners alike. A programme will be available closer to the time. Supported be Resolutions Ltd

RHS – FROM AQUILEGIA TO AGAVE 14 Apr 2012 - 14 Apr 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

Contact the Guernsey Information Centre on +44 (0) 1481 723552. At La Falaise, Rue de la Falaise, St Martins, GY4 6UN From 10:30am until 12:30pm. This extensive garden has been developed over the last 3 decades. Local garden designer, Helen Litchfield, will lead a walk through the garden looking at the very different planting styles which have evolved over the years from cottage gardens to today’s ‘exotics. Tickets £12.50 or £10 for RHS Members available from the Guernsey Information Centre.

GUERNSEY BRANCH OF ART FUND – THE SACRED ART OF ANGKOR 23 Apr 2012 - 23 Apr 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

Les Cotils Christian Centre 6.30pm for 7pm start Elisabeth Evans +44 (0) 1481 720929 Illustrated talk by Denise Hey wood who is a lecturer, guide, journalist and photographer working in Cambodia and the Far East. She will focus on Angkor Wat’s artistic heritage and religious symbolism. Welcome drinks. Tickets £16, £14 Art Fund Members, £5 students.

WE’LL MEET AGAIN 27 Apr 2012 - 27 Apr 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

At St James Concert Hall This show is a celebration of wartime entertainment. It recreates the music and memories that kept Britain smiling through her darkest days as well as songs popular at the time of the Queen’s coronation. Ticket prices £30.00 for stalls and best balcony. £25.00 rest of balcony.

GUERNSEY'S 7TH SPONSORED CANCER CLIFF WALK 28 Apr 2012 - 28 Apr 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

Registration cost £10: call +44 (0) 1481 230549 or e-mail - see below Start at Le Vallette’s bathing pools on Guernsey’s south east coast between 8.00 & 9.00am, and finish at the Imperial Hotel, Portelet on the south west coast. Proceeds for Cancer Research UK & Hope for Guernsey. Sponsored by ATC Trustees (Guernsey) Limited

OCCUPATION TOUR (WITH A GUERNSEY LITERARY AND POTATO PEEL PIE SOCIETY FLAVOUR) 03 May 2012 - 31 May 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

THURSDAYS IN MAY 10.30am-2pm Island Coachways +44 (0) 1481 720210 For more information or to make a reservation please contact Island Coachways.

HEALTHSPAN SPRING WALKING WEEK 05 May 2012 - 13 May 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

Guernsey Information Centre on +44 (0)1481 723552. Various walks will be on offer during our Spring Walking Week, offering walks on all aspects of Guernsey life. Take a short walk and learn about our town of St Peter Port or take a more serious coastal ramble. For further details please see the programme below.

GUERNSEY RACE CLUB HORSE RACE MEETING 07 May 2012 - 07 May 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

Contact Graham Bufton +44 (0) 7781 413322 Guernsey's annual day out at the racers. Why not come along and have a flutter on your favourite horse and enjoy the atmosphere at L'Ancresse racecourse on this Bank Holiday Monday. Refreshments available. Gates open at 11.30am - first race starts at 2.30pm

42ND WORLD AID WALK 07 May 2012 - 07 May 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

MON 7 MAY (BANK HOLIDAY) Start and Finish – Market Square, St Peter Port Candice McGeoch +44 (0) 1481 735847 2011 marks the 42nd year for this popular community event. Starting at 9am the 20km walk takes you around the island stopping at various check points for refreshments. Christian Aid, Oxfam, ActionAid, Save the Children and The Tumaini Fund are all beneficiaries. Sponsored by Ipes

CINEGUERNSEY – LIBERATION DAY FILM SCREENING 09 May 2012 - 09 May 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

Frossard Theatre, Candie Gardens, St Peter Port Doors open 10am, film starts 10.30am Tickets from Guernsey Tickets outlets +44 (0) 1481 747280 or see website Further information from www.cineguernsey.com Four interesting documentary short films made during WWII: Spare Time, Words for Battle, The Silent Village, Listen to Britain. Tickets £5 adults, £4 CineGuernsey members, £3 students.

LIBERATION DAY 09 May 2012 - 09 May 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

Guernsey Event Company on +44 (0) 1481 728686 for further information 2012 marks the 67th Anniversary of Guernsey's annual celebration of freedom. The 9th May marks the day that the Island was liberated from the occupation by the German Forces in 1945, with organised events being held thoughout the day. Come and join in our celebrations

SUNDAY CONCERTS IN CANDIE GARDENS 13 May 2012 - 30 Sep 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

Sponsored by De Putron Fund Management (Guernsey) Ltd Contact Jack Honeybill +44 (0) 7781 113464 or see the programme on the website. A series of musical concerts and dance performed in the beautiful setting of Candie Gardens. Come and relax on a Sunday afternoon.

A ROYAL JOURNEY 17 May 2012 - 17 Jun 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

Guernsey Museum, Candie Gardens: +44 (0) 1481 726518 Display of historic photographs of the Queens’ visits to the Bailiwick, in collaboration with the 2012 Guernsey Photography Festival. Free entry

RG FALLA QUARTER MARATHON 20 May 2012 - 20 May 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

Contact +44 (0) 1481 256585 for further information. Registration forms are available to download at www.rgfalla.gg Raising money for local charities. The event will start at 10:30am from Crabby Jacks Restaurant, Vazon Bay (Perry's ref 14 B1). The run is to L'Eree Bay and back. It is both an individual and team even with prizes in both categories.

THE 64TH ONE ACT PLAY FESTIVAL 2012 21 May 2012 - 28 May 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

Beau Sejour Theatre 7.30pm +44 (0) 7911 718424 A chance for you to see a plethora of eclectic drama, comedy and children’s theatre. Each night brings 2 or 3 great plays and then an intelligent adjudication to assist the teams in broadening their skills. A great week of entertainment.

GUERNSEY MUSEUMS & GUERNSEY PHOTOGRAPHY FESTIVAL 24 May 2012 - 22 Jun 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

Guernsey Museum, Candie Gardens: +44 (0) 1481 726518 An exhibition by a major international photographer held as part of the 2012 Guernsey Photography Festival.

GUERNSEY PHOTOGRAPHY FESTIVAL 24 May 2012 - 22 Jun 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

For further information, please telephone +44 (0) 1481 713135. The annual festival offers a variety of indoor and outdoor photography exhibitions throughout St Peter Port as well as a month-long programme packed full of talks, workshops, film screenings and competitions. This year's festival is centred around the theme of 'journey' and will feature work by world-renowned photographers as well as a host of emerging talent. Many of the participating photographers will visit Guernsey to discuss their work in a series of talks. The full programme will be announced in March - please check website for up-to-date information.

SURE SMILES FESTIVAL OF COMEDY 25 May 2012 - 02 Jun 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

Contact Nick Creed +44 (0) 1481 725001 At various locations around the island. The Sure Smiles Festival of Comedy brings 9 days of fun and laughter to Guernsey. Cutting edge stand-up from visiting UK and international comedians, comedy club shows, theatre show, films, Edinburgh Festival previews and open mic session. A full programme of events will appear on the website closer to the time.

MUSEUMS AT NIGHT 26 May 2012 - 26 May 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

Castle Cornet, Castle Emplacement, St Peter Port +44 (0) 1481 721657 An evening with ‘behind the scenes’ talks, guided tours and family activities as part of this Europe-wide event. This year’s event is linked to the Guernsey Photography Festival with exciting programme of outdoor photography projections. Live music. Admission free.

TASTE GUERNSEY SEAFRONT SUNDAY 27 May 2012 - 27 May 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

St Peter Port Seafront 10am-5pm +44 (0) 1481 723552 A showcase for local producers and chefs, providing a fun, family orientated event.

THE QUEEN’S JUBILEE CELEBRATIONS 01 Jun 2012 - 05 Jun 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

Fri 1 June – Sunday 1 July: A Royal Journey Display of historic photographs of the Queens’ visits to the Bailiwick, in celebration of the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee and in collaboration with the 2012 Photography Festival. Free Entry Mon 4 June: Lighting The Beacon To mark the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee, a beacon will be lit on Castle Cornet and on the other islands (no public entry to the Castle) Tue 5 June: Royal Banquet Picnic Party A 21-gun salute will be from fired from Castle Cornet at noon. Family activities and entertainment on a ‘Kings and Queens’ theme. Entry to the Castle will be free all day

CONCERTS IN MARKET SQUARE 03 Jun 2012 - 29 Sep 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

Contact Jack Honeybill +44 (0) 7781 113464 A series of musical concerts and dance performed in the heart of St Peter Port.

US4/U2 (TRIBUTE TO U2) SUPPORTED BY PETE FRAMPTON 04 Jun 2012 - 04 Jun 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

At the Cobo Bay Hotel Balcony. Starting at 3pm. Everyone’s favourite, Us4//U2 will kick off the summer festivities with a bang after Pete Frampton warms up the crowd. Us4//U2 were formed in the year 2000 and have performed shows all over the world including the UK, Netherlands, Belgium, Serbia, Falkland Islands, Portugal, Bahrain & Spain, but more importantly have been an extremely popular fixture on Cobo’s Summer Balcony Gigs calendar for a number of years! The Us4//U2 show takes you on a journey through U2's career, delivering an energetic performance which has carved their reputation as one of the most sought after tribute bands in Europe. www.myspace.com/us4u2 Pete Frampton, originally from Guernsey, carved out a career abroad and returns each year by popular request, surrounding himself with legendary local musicians to jam on concert favourites such as songs from David Crosby, Steve Winwood and blues artistes such as BB King, Eric Clapton and Buddy Guy. Pete still likes to party on stage though and there will be no shortage of up-tempo material for everyone to savour. Entrance is free however there will be an opportunity to donate to charity.

ITEX ROTARY WALK 2012 09 Jun 2012 - 09 Jun 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

Contact +44 (0) 1481 710881 Email walk@itex.gg or visit www.itexwalk.gg (for registration form – from February) Join this beautiful yet challenging around Guernsey charity walk of 40 miles. Individuals, relay teams and section only walkers welcome. See website for the charities the walkers’ sponsorship monies will be benefitting this year. Takes 11-14 hours and is great fun! Starts at The White Hart Pub. 5.00am registration

ACU BRITISH SAND RACING CHAMPIONSHIP 23 Jun 2012 - 23 Jun 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

Vazon Bay More details to follow.

THE GUERNSEY FESTIVAL 2012 23 Jun 2012 - 24 Jun 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

At The Rabbit Warren, Victoria Avenue, St Sampson. The Guernsey returns in 2012 with many different acts on show across multiple stages over the weekend. Currently, discounted children’s weekend tickets will be priced at £20, juniors’ at £58 and adults’ at £75. There will also be a limited number of VIP tickets available at £165 for the weekend. Discounted camping passes for the weekend will be available for £20. On 1 February the ticket prices will increase to: children £25, junior £65, adult £85 and VIP £185, additional camping passes will cost £25. The line-up announcements will not begin until January 2012 when the tickets will increase in price. See website for more information on how to get here, accommodation and Festival details.

THE 41ST GUERNSEY INTERNATIONAL AIR RALLY 29 Jun 2012 - 01 Jul 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

Contact June +44 (0) 1481 265267 for further information Guernsey Aero Club, La Planque Lane, Forest (Perry's ref 28 C2) This Air Rally, attracts aircraft from all over Europe. Plenty of aircraft, atmosphere and fun.

ISLAND FLOWER SHOW 29 Jun 2012 - 30 Jun 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

St Martins Parish Hall, St Martins (Perry's ref 20 C1) Contact +44 (0) 1481 238441 To be held at the St Martin's Parish Hall. Entries are welcome from all over the Island and there are adult & children's classes.

GUERNSEY IN BLOOM 01 Jul 2012 - 15 Jul 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

Contact Guernsey Information Centre on +44 (0) 1481 723552 A fortnight of walks and activities within parishes competing to represent the Island in the RHS Britain in Bloom competition. Walk the judging route and visit open gardens.

LE VIAER MARCHI 02 Jul 2012 - 02 Jul 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

Contact Mr R. Dudley Smith +44 (0) 1481 264488 Saumarez Park, Route de Saumarez, Castel (Perry's ref 15 G2) An evening of old Guernsey tradition, food and entertainment. Organised by the National trust of Guernsey, this is an opportunity to see traditional crafts, dancing, language, costume, food and drink and to have lots of fun. Starts at 5:30pm

THE HARBOUR CARNIVAL 06 Jul 2012 - 06 Jul 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

Venue: St Peter Port Harbour (Victoria Marina) /Seafront 5.30pm until 10pm The Harbour Carnival is an annual event organised by Guernsey Round Table and includes many popular events such as the duck race, ladies dinghy race, tug of war and manpowered flight. Sponsored by RBC Wealth Management

RHS – TREES AND SHRUBS FOR SUN, SHADE AND SHELTER 07 Jul 2012 - 07 Jul 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

Contact the Guernsey Information Centre on +44 (0) 1481 723552. At Les Merriennes, Le Bigard, Forest, GY8 0HU. (Perrys ref 28 B4) Local nurseryman, Bob Paine, will lead a walk through his own private garden looking at the use of trees and shrubs, planted for foliage interest, shelter and wildlife, and highlighting their respective suitability for the various different habitats within the garden. Tickets available from the Guernsey Information Centre.

KPMG CASTLE NIGHTS 13 Jul 2012 - 13 Jul 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

Castle Cornet, Castle Emplacement, St Peter Port (Perry's Guide Town Map O/P9) Music and Entertainment at the castle. Free Entry. Sponsored by KPMG

GUERNSEY IN BLOOM 15 Jul 2012 - 15 Jun 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

THE FILLERS (TRIBUTE TO THE KILLERS) SUPPORTED BY CITY LIMITS 15 Jul 2012 - 15 Jul 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

At the Cobo Bay Hotel Balcony. Starting at 3pm. It’s not very often that Guernsey’s most established live covers band, City Limits, play a supporting role, but the long awaited return of The Fillers, official tribute band to The Killers, is a special occasion! THE FILLERS are the world’s premier tribute to The Killers, formed in late 2006 in the era of Sam's Town. Based in the country where The Killers came to fruition, they capture the sound look and feel of the Vegas quartet performing tracks from Hot Fuss, Sam's Town, Sawdust and Day & Age. The band has received the ultimate recognition when they were given a glowing review by Ronnie Vannucci Jr of The Killers who also joined The Fillers on drums for a guest spot. As The Killers’ sound has progressed and expanded, so in turn have The Fillers who now have 6 touring musicians, playing to audiences of up to 30,000 as far afield as the Dominican Republic and recently Mexico filling in for The Killers. “You should check them out” Brandon Flowers on The Fillers, April 18th 2009. www.youtube.com/thefillersofficial CITY LIMITS celebrated their 1000th gig in 2004 and after 23 years in the business, they can justly be described as an experienced live band! Playing all kinds of music from The Beatles, The Eagles and Crowded House to The Manic Street Preachers, Maroon 5, Oasis, Kaiser Chiefs and The Zutons, all decades are covered from the Rock & Roll era to the present day to cater for all Guernsey balcony gig-goers. www.citylimitsguernsey.com Entrance is free however there will be an opportunity to donate to charity.

VICTOR HUGO INTERNATIONAL MUSIC FESTIVAL 17 Jul 2012 - 22 Jul 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

Various venues. Contact: Richard de la Rue Tel: +44 (0) 1481 238726 St Peter Port comes alive with the biennial festival of music from the world's leading classical performers. Supreme percussion virtuoso Evelyn Glennie leads the way, closely followed by BBC Young Musician finalist Benjamin Grosvenor now established as one of the brightest stars in the piano world. Dancing from the Jewish sephardim takes over St James's concert hall, and the festival's Electric Nights hit the Princess Royal Centre with a night of improvised brilliance from The Lighthouse Trio. Plus, French chanson meets hip-hop with a visit from the stunning French group "Ommm".

BURNT AT THE STAKE 17 Jul 2012 - 17 Jul 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

In conjunction with Guernsey History in Action Company Starts at the Picket House, South Esplanade, St Peter Port (Perry’s ref Town L7), finishes at Tower Hill, St Peter Port (Perry’s ref K9) Contact Guernsey Museum on +44 (0) 1481 726518 for further information Performances 6-7pm Follow the trail of three ‘heretic’ sisters as they are led to their deaths by burning.

KPMG CASTLE NIGHTS 20 Jul 2012 - 20 Jul 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

Castle Cornet, Castle Emplacement, St Peter Port (Perry's Guide Town Map O/P9) Music and Entertainment at the castle. Free Entry. Sponsored by KPMG

LA FETE DE MUSIQUE DE VILLE (TOWN CARNIVAL) 21 Jul 2012 - 28 Jul 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

Contact Jack Honeybill +44 (0) 7781 113464 Various location around St Peter Port Family entertainment including music and live entertainment giving a great atmosphere.

BWCI GUERNSEY MINI SOCCER FESTIVAL 21 Jul 2012 - 22 Jul 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

Contact Steve Dewsnip +44 (0) 7781 103321 or +44 (0) 1481 200443 for further information Footes Lane Stadium and Memorial Field, Footes Lane, St Peter Port (Perry's ref 16 B3) The Guernsey Football Association's 11th annual Festival. 7-a-side tournament for under 10's attracting proffesional and amateur club teams from the UK and Jersey, as well as local teams too.

KPMG CASTLE NIGHTS 27 Jul 2012 - 27 Jul 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

Castle Cornet, Castle Emplacement, St Peter Port (Perry's Guide Town Map O/P9) Music and Entertainment at the castle. Free Entry. Sponsored by KPMG

BURNT AT THE STAKE 28 Jul 2012 - 28 Jul 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

KPMG CASTLE NIGHTS 03 Aug 2012 - 03 Aug 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

Castle Cornet, Castle Emplacement, St Peter Port (Perry's Guide Town Map O/P9) Music and Entertainment at the castle. Free Entry. Sponsored by KPMG

TORTEVAL SCARECROW FESTIVAL 04 Aug 2012 - 05 Aug 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

Contact Sue Brooks +44 (0) 1481 268116 or email www.torteval-scarecrows.org Starts at Torteval Parish Church, Route de Pleinmont, St Peters (Perry's ref 26 D3) This very popular event takes you through a beautiful area of the south west of Guernsey. Follow the trail and pick your favourite scarecrow, which come in all shapes and sizes, whilst taking in the natural beauty of the area. Refreshments available.

THE SOUTH SHOW 10 Aug 2012 - 11 Aug 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

Contact +44 (0) 1481 238441 St Martin's Community Centre, Rue Maze, St Martin's (Perry's ref 30 C1) Traditional Show exhibits will be on show: vegetables, flowers, homemade produce etc. Entries will be from anyone living in St Martin's, Forest, St Andrew's and St Peter Port parishes. There are classes for adults and children. Alongside this event we also run an Arts and Crafts event and the South Show Horse event.

OUTDOOR THEATRE: JULIUS CAESAR 10 Aug 2012 - 19 Aug 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

Castle Cornet, Castle Emplacement, St Peter Port (Perry’s Guide Town Map O/P9) Oddsocks Presents Julius Caesar by William Shakespeare

ROCQUAINE REGATTA 11 Aug 2012 - 11 Aug 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

Contact Simon Le Tocq +44 (0)7781 142945 Held at: Rocquaine Bay, Route du Rocquaine, St Peters. A full day and evening of entertainment, activities and fun, on stage, on the beach and in the sea, With something suitable for all ages why not come along and join us. The event is free and there is also free entry to Fort Grey, Maritime Museum.

THE WEST SHOW 15 Aug 2012 - 16 Aug 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

Contact Michael Best on +44 (0) 1481 264982 Old L'Eree Aerodrome, La Route de Rocque, St Peters. (Perry's ref 12 B5) Agricultural and horticultural traditions are on show on Guernsey's west coast as well as an array of local costume. As well as entertainment within the arena area there will also be fairground rides, various competition entries to view, music, refreshments and much more for all ages.

FETE D'ETAI / SUMMER FESTIVAL 19 Aug 2012 - 19 Aug 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:34:08 GMT

Castle Cornet, Castle Emplacement, St Peter Port (Perry’s ref Town O9) Contact Guernsey Museum on +44 (0) 1481 726518 for further information Family Fun with a historical theme: sword fights, archery, music, plays, crafts and hands on activities.

NORTH SHOW AND BATTLE OF FLOWERS 22 Aug 2012 - 23 Aug 2012

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Contact Simon Marquis +44 (0) 1481 242783 Saumarez Park, Route de Saumarez, Castel (Perry's ref 15 G2) Lots of family ebntertainment, including all of the traditional agricultural, horticultural and craft categories. The climax of the event is the "Battle of Flowers", a classic island event, where locals compete to win the prestiguious "Prix D'Honneur" award for the best mobile floral float.

NORMANDIE MARKETS 25 Aug 2012 - 27 Aug 2012

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Contact Jack Honeybill 07781 113464 Visiting markets from Normandie

VALE EARTH FAIR 26 Aug 2012 - 26 Aug 2012

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Vale Castle, La Rue du Chateau, Vale (Perry's ref 11 G2) Contact Errol Groves on +44 (0) 1481 247528 Live music and arts festival with DJ's, food tent, children's area, and bar. Ticket prices TBC. Under 12s free. Times: 12:00 to 00:00 midnight. All profits to charitable organisations.

THE LOS PALMOS 6 (TRIBUTE TO MADNESS) SUPPORTED BY SCREAMING JEZ CARVERY 27 Aug 2012 - 27 Aug 2012

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At the Cobo Bay Hotel Balcony. Starting at 3pm. This should prove to be a fun-filled afternoon with the brilliant Los Palmos 6 performing Madness’ biggest hits from our balcony once more, supported by the one-and-only Screamin’ Jez! THE LOST PALMOS 6 was set up to offer the total Madness tribute. From the beginning the band has established a fantastic following with a large database of fans, ensuring packed gigs wherever they play. Offering ALL the hits from the early days right up to today, including ‘Baggy Trousers, One Step Beyond, Nightboat to Cairo, Lovestruck and It Must Be Love’, they inject so much energy into their performance that you have no choice but to dance! www.myspace.com/lospalmas6 SCREAMIN’ JEZ CARVERY is a larger than life character with a big voice who has been entertaining the masses for some time now. He’s guaranteed to make you smile and tap your feet with his selection of timeless rock and roll classics. Entrance is free however there will be an opportunity to donate to charity.

HEALTHSPAN AUTUMN WALKING WEEK 07 Sep 2012 - 16 Sep 2012

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Contact Guernsey Information Centre on 01481 723552 Various walks will be on offer during our Autumn Walking Week, offering walks on all aspects of Guernsey life. Take a short walk and learn about our town of St Peter Port or take a more serious coastal ramble. A programme will be available closer to the time. Supported by Healthspan

GUERNSEY LITERARY FESTIVAL 13 Sep 2012 - 16 Sep 2012

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Details to come.

BATTLE OF BRITAIN AIR DISPLAY 13 Sep 2012 - 13 Sep 2012

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Contact Guernsey Event Company, +44 (0) 1481 728686 The Battle of Britain Air Display takes place in the skies above St. Peter Port and is the pinnacle of Battle of Britain Week in Guernsey which is dedicated to raising funds and collecting donations for RAFA Wing’s Appeal that supports ex-servicemen and women and their families throughout the British Isles. For the finale the RAF’s Red Arrows will show off their skilful synchronised formation flying. 11.00am until 1.15 pm

ARTISTS FOR NATURE ON SARK EXHIBITION 22 Sep 2012 - 31 Dec 2012

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Guernsey Museum & Art Gallery, Candie Gardens, St Peter Port (Perry's ref Town H5) Contact Guernsey Museum on 01481 726518 for further information An exhibiton of works by a range of international artists created on Sark during 2011. Plus a foyer display on the Life and Death of Sir Isaac Brock.

THE CHANNEL ISLANDS FESTIVAL OF ARTS & CRAFTS 27 Sep 2012 - 30 Sep 2012

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Contact barnes 01534 618166 Beau Sejour Leisure Centre, Cambridge Park, St Peter Port (Perry's ref Town H3) Over 50 crafts, arts, food & drink exhibitors from the UK, Channel Islands and Europe will be at this Festival held at Beau Sejour Leisure Centre, St Peter Port. Entry fee TBA. Contributions made to local charity.

AUTUMN FLORAL GUERNSEY FESTIVAL 29 Sep 2012 - 07 Oct 2012

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Contact Guernsey Information Centre on 01481 723552 Experience the end of summer and the start of winter with a programme of walks, talks, lectures and workshops. Can be enjoyed by expert gardeners and beginners alike. A programme will be available closer to the time.

TENNERFEST 01 Oct 2012 - 11 Nov 2012

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Contact Guernsey Information Centre on 01481 723552 for further information Menus starting from £10 offer great value for money and gives a buzz to participating restaurants thoughout the Island. The six week Tennerfest is always hugely popular and has over 160 participating establishments. Menus are published in the Tennerfest supplement in late September and on the website.

NERINE FESTIVAL 07 Oct 2012 - 21 Oct 2012

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Contact Mrs Thompson on 01481 239444 Candie Gardens, St Peter Port. (Perry's ref Town J5) An exhibition of Nerines or "Guernsey Lillies" as they are popularly known. hundreds of varieties in a wide range of colours will be on show. The bulbs are from the collection held by the Guernsey branch of the National Council for the Conservation of Plants and gardens. Entry free. A selection of Nerines will be on sale.

BROCK DAY - CASTLE CORNET 13 Oct 2012 - 13 Oct 2012

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Castle Cornet, Castle Emplacement, St Peter Port (Perry’s Guide Town Map O9) Events marking the 200th anniversary of the Death of Sir Isaac Brock at the Battle of Queenston Heights.

INTERNATIONAL CHESS FESTIVAL 21 Oct 2012 - 28 Oct 2012

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Contact Fred Hamperl on 07911 139088 Peninsula Hotel, Les Dicqs, Vale (Perry's ref 33 G2) This popular festival attracts many players of all ages from across Europe. Whilst primarily for amateur players, several Grandmasters and International Masters have previously taken part. A seven round, FIDE rated, Swiss competition with cash prizes.