History, Arts & Culture
Explore castles older than the Tower of London and ancient burial sites dating back to the Neolithic period.
Situated between the Normandy coast and England, the Islands’ unique position makes it perfect for a historical holiday. With a fascinating heritage of neolithic settlement, smuggler adventures and turbulent crossfire between the UK and Europe - Wherever you are, you don't have to travel far to find the past.
From ancient dolmens to neolithic standing stones, Guernsey is home to some of the earliest monuments in European history and renowned for its impressive number of neolithic burial sites. Also worth a visit, is the windswept medieval priory on Lihou Island founded by Benedictine monks.
One of the most significant periods in the Channel Islands’ history was the German Occupation during World War II. During the Occupation, German troops went about fortifying Guernsey, building reinforced bunkers as well as adapting existing fortifications which still punctuate the coastline today.
A special event as part of The European Bunker Day (an open door day at the Atlantic Wall bunker sites along the Western European coast). Learn more about Alderney’s WWII heritage with local experts at this annual event.
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Keith Pengelley of Thinking On Your Feet is joined by Steve Foote of Blue Ormer Publishing in order to discuss the story of The Book of Ebenezer Le Page – a 20th Century literary classic.
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Enjoy a quintessentially English afternoon tea with a special Q&A session hosted by Gold Accredited Guide, Gill Girard who will be chatting to Annie Barrows, co-author of the Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society novel
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Guernsey offers a great selection of Hotels, Self Catering, Guest Accommodation & Campsites.
Simple pleasures and thrilling adventures. Explore the many different activities that the islands have to offer.
From farmers’ markets to summer shows, food festivals and town carnivals, Guernsey is ready to entertain you.
Guernsey is easily accessible with regular flights from many UK airports and regular sailings from Portsmouth & Poole