Having fun on holiday doesn’t have to be expensive, and in Guernsey you’ll find plenty of free things to do, meaning you can save your money for the tax-free shopping or delicious Guernsey food. Whatever the time of year, you’ll be able to enjoy the island on a budget and here are a few of our favourite options.
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1. Explore St Peter Port
In the heart of St Peter Port, you can find year-round activities taking place in the Guille-Allès Library for children, and some meditation and book clubs for adults too. Close to Candie Gardens, you can also find Victoria Tower and the Guernsey Museum (free to under 7s and £2 for children over 7). Guille-Allès Library activities, Victoria Tower, Guernsey Museum
2. Discover Guernsey’s beaches
With crystal clear turquoise waters, secluded coves and panoramic views, The Islands of Guernsey have a variety of beaches to explore. From sandy spots to relax with family to sheltered bays perfect for wild swimming.
3. Walk along Fermain Valley
Fauxquets Valley is one of the most beautiful spots for a walk any time of year, with beautiful fields to walk through and views over the Moulin Huet Bay. You may spot the apple orchards for Rocquette Cider, the island’s local speciality of a cloudy, medium dry cider. If you look carefully, you may even see the bee hives hidden through the bushes!
4. National Trust Properties
The National Trust of Guernsey properties and museums are completely free to attend and celebrate the heritage of the island through architecture, nature and culture. As well as this, they also preserve beautiful areas of nature including Clifton Valley, the Ron Short Walk, Le Petit Pre Orchid Field and Les Tielles. The Trust is in fact Guernsey's third largest landowner, focused on restoring and preserving the land for everyone to enjoy for many years to come: Les Caches, National Trust of Guernsey Folk & Costume Museum, National Trust of Guernsey Victorian Shop and Parlour
5. Walk along the south-west cliffs
Guernsey has over 42 miles of coastal paths to be explored, and the rugged cliffs on the south west are particularly stunning. Starting at Portelet Bay and making your way south, you will find an Observation Tower where you can look out on the beautiful coast, before making your way along to the Pleinmont Nature Reserve. Here, you’ll find all sorts of wildlife and greenery to provide a forestry element to your coastal exploration.
6. Explore Candie Gardens
The wonderful thing about the beautiful flora and fauna of Guernsey are that it is free for the public to enjoy. The gardens in St Peter Port have fantastic views over the harbour, as well as the neighbouring islands of Sark, Herm, and Alderney. The garden boasts a statue of Victor Hugo, presented in 1914. The statue was gifted by the French Government as a gesture of thanks for holding Victor Hugo during his exile on the island.
7. Out of Town: Sausmarez Manor, Saumarez Park and The Little Chapel
Cornerstones of Guernsey’s history, The Little Chapel and Sausmarez Manor are well worth a visit. The Little Chapel is entirely unique, covered entirely in broken china and pebbles. It can be incorporated as part of a circular walk so you can take in the surrounding countryside too. The gardens of Sausmarez Manor include a Sculpture Trail, perfect for younger visitors, and at its sister location Saumarez Park, you can find the beautiful Victorian Walled Garden, where you can even purchase fresh seasonal produce: Victorian Walled Garden, The Little Chapel, Sausmarez Manor
8. Historical Sites
Guernsey has a rich and varied history that can be discovered through sites around the island. From ancient dolmens and neolithic standing stones, to Norman forts and WWII Fortifications, the past is never far away. For historical adventure, we suggest Vale Castle, Fort Grey (free for under 7s), Rousse Headland, Clarence Battery, Chateau des Marais, Fort Doyle, Fort Hommet, Pleinmont Headland and Fortification, La Varde Passage Grave, Le Dehus Burial Chamber, Le Trepied Megalithic Burial Chamber
9. Explore Guille-Allès Library
The Guille-Allès Library is the largest public library in Guernsey and has graced the streets of St Peter Port since 1882. The library acts as Guernsey’s growing cultural hub, with an impressive selection of printed music, books, CD’s and DVD’s available to rent. The library is centred around its enthusiasm and accessibility for learning, and if you are interested in any specific topic, whether that’s related to the island or not, the friendly librarians will help you find what you need.
10. Explore a secluded Island
Check the tides, pack your sandwiches and trek across the winding, cobbled causeway to Lihou Island, exposed only at low tide which, in itself, presents a unique opportunity to explore the interesting wildlife, both above the water and below.
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