Guernsey and the Channel Islands

At just 9 miles long and 3 miles wide, Guernsey is the second‑largest of the Channel Islands after Jersey. Although closer to France than the UK, it forms part of the British Isles.

The island is easily accessible, with regular Aurigny flights from across the UK, including Southampton, Bristol, Exeter, Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds Bradford, Edinburgh and Dublin, as well as services from London Gatwick and London City. British Airways also operates a recently introduced route from Heathrow. Direct flights to and from Paris operate several times a week, with additional European destinations available seasonally. Ferry services run from Poole (approximately three hours) and St Malo (around two hours), with longer crossings available from Portsmouth.

The self‑governing Bailiwick of Guernsey also encompasses five other inhabited islands: Alderney, Herm, Jethou, Lihou and Sark.

Financial services form the backbone of Guernsey’s economy, followed by tourism and agriculture. Its success as an international finance centre has supported a vibrant local economy, reflected in the attractive town of St Peter Port, which is home to a wide range of independent shops, cafés, bars and restaurants.

Guernsey offers uncrowded and unspoilt sandy beaches with crystal clear water, scenic coastal walks, including more challenging cliff paths with spectacular views across the surrounding islands. The island is known for being friendly, welcoming and safe, making it an ideal destination, particularly between May and September when longer days and warmer weather allow visitors to fully enjoy both land‑based and marine activities.

Popular pursuits include hiking, cycling, windsurfing, surfing, wild swimming, coasteering, kayaking and paddleboarding, alongside sailing and boat trips. Day excursions to Herm and Sark are especially popular. Herm, famed for its Shell Beach, can be explored on foot in around two hours, while Sark offers a step back in time destination, discoverable by bicycle, horse‑drawn carriage or on foot, with ample opportunities to relax in its many eateries.

Guernsey also has a rich and unique history, having been occupied by Nazi Germany during the Second World War and liberated on 9 May 1945. Evidence of this period can still be seen along the coastline and in the island’s museums and historic fortifications.

Whilst naturally popular with holidaymakers Guernsey is also great as an incentive destination.

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