The Guernsey Tapestry
Completed in 1998 after 2 years of stitching, the tapestry was a project involving the entire community – one tapestry panel for each of the 10 parishes. It was taken to schools, hospitals and residential homes so that everyone on the island could add their stitch to this moving portrayal of 1000 years of local history. www.guernseytapestry.org.gg
Sausmarez Manor - where jungle meets manicured meets sculpture park
The gardens and sculpture park are jaw droppingly dramatic. Camellias, magnolias, banana trees and hundreds of exotic plants, ponds, art sculptures – utterly different. Local artists display their work in a ‘jungle’ type setting. Open all year round until dusk.
www.sausmarezmanor.co.uk
Hechet Homemade ice-cream – a taste of Guernsey
Delicious, scrumptious ice-cream from local dairy using real Guernsey milk. Supplies to outlets all over the island, from beach kiosks to top restaurants.
Guernsey once was two
Concerned that the French may set up a stronghold in the north, in 1806 Sir John Doyle arranged for the Braye to be filled in and the land reclaimed – so Guernsey became one. Vale Pond is last reminder of the area as it once was.
www.visitguernsey.com
The key to Victoria Tower
A symbol of Guernsey’s link to the English crown, visitors can visit the tower only if they collect and return a key from the Guernsey Museum in Candie Gardens.
www.museum.guernsey.net
Sea kayaking
A wonderful way to see the cliffs and coastline from a different vantage point and get up close to wildlife and birds. A gentle and easy form of exercise too!
www.outdoorguernsey.co.uk
The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Society Walk
A new walk by Annette Henry has recently been introduced following the success of this successful bestselling novel, featuring locations from the book. ‘The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Society’ by Mary Ann Shaffer was launched in the UK on 1 June 2009.
www.annettehenrytours.gg
Gormley Tours beginning Friday, 12 July until end of September 2009
Guided tour by local art student of Anthony Gormley’s mysterious, controversial and exciting sculptures at Castle Cornet. Fridays at 4 pm.
The Torteval Scarecrow Festival
You may spot Worzel Gummidge at the annual scarecrow walk on 25/26 July. Follow the trail through the beautiful parish of Torteval and find your favourite scarecrow.
New Crow’s Nest Bar in St Peter Port
A £1 million pound refurbishment is now complete creating a stylish new bar with fabulous views.
Well ….. did you know…..?
More information from VisitGuernsey, 01481 723552, www.visitguernsey.com
Press information from Julia or Ann at Charisma PR
01273 698988 or firstname@charismapr.co.uk
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