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    Brooklands Farm Implement Museum

    A private collection of agricultural implements used in Guernsey in the last 100 years.

    Opening Times: Tuesday to Saturday 9:30am to 1pm. Closed from 31 October
    Address: Brooklands, King's Mills, Castel, GY5 7AW
    Telephone: 258422
    Bus Routes: 5, 5A
    Perry's Maps' Reference: 14, D4


    Bruce Russell & Son - Gold, Silversmith & Jewellery
     
    Opening Times: Monday - Saturday 9am-5pm, closed on Sundays from November
    Address: Le Gron, St Saviour, GY7 9RN
    Telephone: 264321
    Bus Routes: 4, 5, 5A
    Perry's Maps' Reference: 28, B2


    Castle Cornet

    Located half a mile from the harbour front in St Peter Port, the castle dates from medieval times and has been used for many purposes over the last few centuries. The story of Castle Cornet is a fascinating insight into of the lives and times of those who dwelled here and is a must see attraction for all visitors. The castle also houses a number of museums, galleries and gardens.

    Guernsey Museum & Art Gallery:
    Open daily from 1 February – 31 December (closed on 25 & 26 December)
    10:00am – 5:00pm (closed at 16:00 from 1 February – 28 March, and from 31 October – 31 December)

    Castle Cornet:
    Open daily 10:00am – 5:00pm from 6 April – 30 October

    In addition to single-visit tickets, we offer a wide range of highly advantageous family, season and multi-site tickets which are extremely good value. Organised educational parties are free and our education staff can provide assistance with both planning and implementing such visits

    Address: Castle Emplacement, St Peter Port
    Telephone: 721657
    Bus Routes: Terminus
    Perry's Maps' Reference: Town Map, Page 9


    Fort Grey & Shipwreck Museum

    The 19th Century tower stands in the centre of Rocquaine Bay. The Martello Tower houses a Shipwreck Museum with a surprising variety of objects recovered from the wrecks. Information panels tell the fascinating tales of each ship, which date from the HMS Sprightly in 1777 to the Vermontborg in 2003. Tickets for Fort & Museum from £1.25, Children & students FREE.

    Address: Rue de la Lague, St Pierre du Bois
    Telephone: 265036
    Bus Routes: 5, 7, 7A
    Perry's Maps' Reference: 26, A1


    Fort Hommet Gun Casement

    Restored gun site, as operational in 1943-45 with full interpretation of Fort Hommet Headland.

    Opening Times: Closed during the winter. Open from 14 February, Tuesday & Saturday 2-5pm
    Address: Fort Hommet Headland, Vazon, Castel
    Telephone: 238205
    Bus Routes: 3, 3A, 7, 7A
    Perry's Maps' Reference: 14, B1


    German Military Underground Hospital

    The largest construction in the Channel Islands, hewn out of solid rock by slave workers of many nationalities for the German forces 1940-1945.

    Opening Times: Open daily September 10am-12pm, 2-4pm, October 2-4pm. November, open 2-3pm Thursday and Sunday
    Address: La Vassalerie, St Andrews, GY6 8XR
    Telephone: 239100
    Bus Routes: 4, 5, 5A
    Perry's Maps' Reference: 28, G4


    German Naval Signals HQ

    The Headquarters of the German Naval Commander Channel Islands was established in the nearby La Collinette Hotel, and the Signal HQ was responsible for all radio traffic to and from Germany and the other Islands. Visit the last operational Signals HQ that was running up to 9th May 1945, using the Enigma code machines that were being decoded by the staff at Bletchley Park.

    Opening Times: Thursday to Saturday afternoons 2pm - 5pm. April to October
    Address: La Vassalerie, St Andrews, GY6 8XR
    Bus Routes: 1, 1A, 2
    Perry's Maps' Reference: Town Map, F4


    German Occupation Museum

    The German Occupation Museum offers an accurate depiction of what life was like in Guernsey during the war years. Highlights include displays, videos and a life sized recreation of a Guernsey street of the time.

    Opening Times: Tuesday - Sunday 10am - 1pm
    Address: Forest, GY8 0BG
    Bus Routes: 4, 7, 7A
    Perry's Maps' Reference: 28, D3


    Guernsey Aquarium

    The Guernsey Aquarium, as the tunnel is known, has been housed in La Vallette tunnel for 31 years. There are currently forty-seven separate displays, ranging from local sea fish to European freshwater fish and finally to tropical marine fishes, anemones and inverts of various kinds. Also on display are frogs, toads, terrapins and basilisks, our resident lizards. All fish are fed 2 -3 times every week on squid, beef heart, sand eel and sometimes sprat as well as a once a week supplement of flake food to supply necessary vitamins and trace elements. The lizards are fed fresh fruit three times a week and live insects e.g. crickets and locusts, twice a week.

    Opening Times: Monday - Saturday 10am-6:00pm, Sunday 10am-5:30pm
    Address: La Vallette, St Peter Port, GY1 1AX
    Telephone: 723301
    Bus Routes: Terminus
    Perry's Maps' Reference: Town Map, N13


    Guernsey Candles

    Guernsey Candles, a well-established candle company who has created many designs over the years; some are new and many old favourites. Candle making can be seen in our workshop where there are many stages before the candle is finished. Enjoy our complex; we have created the all experience shopping, a magnificent candle gift shop where all types of candles are on display, a fabulous general gift shop, with many exclusive lines and a selection second to none. Cat-a-mania is another selective shop for all cat lovers. Guernsey candles, the three in one and completely hassle free.

    Opening Times: Daily 9am-5pm
    Address: Les Petites Capelles, St Sampson's, GY2 4GR
    Telephone: 249686
    Bus Routes: 5, 5A, 8
    Perry's Maps' Reference: 9, G3


    Guernsey Clockmakers Ltd

    Come and visit the largest clock shop in Guernsey. All clocks are an investment in the time taken in their making. Original designs or reproduction styles are hand-made by caring craftsmen using well tried techniques tested by generations of use. Since these clocks are hand-made no two examples are identical, and because of the time and care spent in their making, production is limited. An experience not to be missed.

    Opening Times: Monday - Friday 8.30-5pm, Saturday 10am - 4pm
    Address: Les Vauxbelets, St Andrews, GY6 8XY
    Bus Routes: 4, 5
    Perry's Maps' Reference: 23, E4


    Guernsey Museum & Art Gallery

    Designed around the old Victorian bandstand in the recently restored Victorian Candie Gardens, Guernsey Museum & Art Gallery houses a variety of Exhibitions. 'The Story of Guernsey' shows the development of the Island and its people. Artifacts from Victorian Collectors are displayed in a Victorian style Gallery. A changing programme of temporary exhibitions is held in the Rona Cole and Brian White Galleries. On selected days the Guernsey Museums & Galleries 'History In Action' Company enact stories from Guernsey's past. There is also a programme of Concerts on the Terrace (May - Sept) Sundays at 3pm.

    The Museum gift shop stocks a variety of quality books and souvenirs. Cafe Victoria offers light snacks and lovely views over the harbour and outlying Islands. Free Entry to shop and cafe. Tickets for Museum & all Exhibitions from £2.50 Children & students FREE.

    Opening Times: Daily December 10am - 4pm. Closed 25, 26 December and 1 - 31 January. Open from 1 February 10am - 4pm
    Address: Candie Gardens, St Peter Port
    Telephone: 726518
    Bus Routes: 2
    Perry's Maps' Reference: Town Map H5
    Website: www.museums.gov.gg


    Guernsey Pearl

    Guernsey Pearl is a retail outlet specialising in local cultured pearls. There is also a coppersmith and an 80-seat restaurant open daily.

    Opening Times: Open daily
    Address: Coppercraft Centre, Le Courtil, Rocquaine Road, St Pierre du Bois, GY7 9BY
    Bus Routes: 7, 7A
    Perry's Maps' Reference: 20, A5


    Guernsey Telephone Museum

    Do you remember how heavy the earliest mobile phones were? Or have you ever wanted to be a telephone operator, or pondered on what happened to the old Mickey Mouse phones? Make a call down memory lane in this quirky museum that includes hands-on exhibits in a fascinating display of the telephone in Guernsey since 1898.

    Opening Times: Free Entry. Open Daily 2pm - 5pm March 22 - October 31
    Address: Hermes, La Planque, Cobo Road, Castel
    Bus Routes: 3, 3A
    Perry's Maps' Reference: 15, G2


    Guernsey Woodcarvers: The World Of Wood

    A family run business dealing in the manufacture of wooden gifts and fine furniture, antique restoration, repairs, carving, wood turning, cabinet making and French polishing and modern finishes. Over 60 different woods are used in their work. Browse around their well-stocked shop. If you can't find what you are looking for they will endeavour to make or find it for you. Free parking at adjacent Strawberry Farm.

    Opening Times: Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm, Saturday & Sunday 10am - 5pm
    Address: Les Issues, St Saviour
    Telephone: 265373
    Bus Routes: 4, 5, 5A
    Perry's Maps' Reference: 22, A5


    La Vallette Underground Military Museum

    Military museum covering all aspects of Guernsey's history in a well-lit, air-conditioned German Tunnel complex.

    Opening Times: Open daily 10am-5pm - Closed from mid November
    Address: La Valette, St Peter Port
    Telephone: 722300
    Bus Routes: Terminus
    Perry's Maps' Reference: Town Map N12


    Moulin Huet Pottery

    Studio pottery and art gallery producing handmade pottery and paintings by local artists.

    Opening Times: Monday - Saturday 9am-4pm, Sunday 10am-12.30pm.
    Address: Rue Moulin Huet, St Martin's, GY4 6EJ
    Bus Routes: 6, 6A
    Perry's Maps' Reference: 30, D3


    National Trust Of Guernsey 'Victorian Shop & Parlour'

    26 Cornet Street is probably the earliest remaining complete building within the Town's medieval boundaries. The National Trust of Guernsey has restored this exquisite 18th century house as a Victorian shop and parlour. Enter into a bygone age where sweets come from jars and are measured in pounds and ounces. A great attraction is the Heritage Seeds. These are very popular, as they are old type vegetable seeds and cottage garden. A selection of gifts, souvenirs and confectionery delights are also on sale. The parlour and working gaslights with their fragile mantles are also memories of a bygone age.

    Opening Times: Open 2, 3, 8, 9, 10, 15, 16, 17 December as well as Thursday late night shopping on 8 and 15 December. Closed until 1 April
    Address: 26 Cornet Street, St Peter Port
    Telephone: 728451
    Bus Routes: Terminus
    Perry's Maps' Reference: Town Map, L8


    Oatlands Village

    Oatlands' brick kilns, situated in the North of the Island, stand as reminders of a thriving brick making industry that once existed in Guernsey. Built in 1892 and recently restored these kilns now form part of one of Guernsey's most popular tourist attractions. The Oatlands site now includes several shops, an award winning Brasserie and cafe, a chocolate shop, a children's play area and picture framers. Popular with locals and tourists alike, Oatlands is well worth a visit.

    Opening Times: Open daily
    Address: Les Gigands, St Sampson's, GY2 4YT
    Telephone: 728451
    Bus Routes: 5, 5A, 7, 7A, 8 and 8A
    Perry's Maps' Reference: 10, B2


    Pleinmont Tower

    Unique five-story naval observation tower used by Germans 1942-45. Original rangefinders can be used. Access to battery dolman gun-site nearby.

    Opening Times: Closed for the winter. Open from 15 February, Wednesday and Saturday 2-5pm
    Address: Pleinmont Point, Torteval
    Telephone: 238205
    Bus Routes: 7, 7A
    Perry's Maps' Reference: 32, B2


    Priaulx Library
     
    Standing in its own beautiful grounds on the outskirts of St. Peter Port, the Priaulx Library is Guernsey's premier centre for local studies and family history research and holds important collections of newspapers, documents and photographs. Winner of the JPC Historic Attractions of the Year award in 2005, it is a wonderful place for tourists and clients alike to browse in the atmosphere of a Victorian library. Free admission at all times and open six days a week throughout the year.
    Opening Times: Candie Road, St Peter Port, GY1 1UG
    Telephone: 721998
    Bus Routes: 2
    Perry's Maps' Reference: Town Map, H5


    Sausmarez Manor
     
    Possibly one of the most interesting, beautiful and varied places on the island, encompassing as it does so many different things to see and do. There are conducted tours talking about the excitements of the centuries. Along with Britain's 3rd largest Dolls House Collection, a delightful selection of wildfowl and a lakeside café, there is Happy Hollow 9 hole par three Pitch & Putt course, open daily during the season. For further details, and opening times particularly in the winter and shoulder months, please call us on 235571.
     
    EDWARDIAN TIN & COPPERSMITH - A working Smithy and shop. Open WEEKENDS ONLY 10am - 4pm until Christmas, then closed until 9 March. Sausmarez Manor, St. Martin. Please call 233339 for more information.
     
    THE DOLLS' HOUSE COLLECTION - The third largest dedicated collection in Britain open to the public, including miniature dolls' house dating from 1830. Open every day 10am - 5pm. Sausmarez Manor, St. Martin. Please call 235904 for more information.
     
    SUBTROPICAL GARDEN - The Subtropical Gardens at Sausmarez Manor, an exotic & luxuriant dedicated collection including tree ferns, banana & palm trees, lilies, alocasias amongst around 300 camellias, hydrangeas in profusion, in an ancient woodland & around a couple of small lakes & a winterbourne. Open daily 10am - 4:30pm. Sausmarez Manor, St. Martin. Please call 235904 for more information.
     
    ART PARK - Sea sculpture at the Art Park at Sausmarez Manor has more sculptors exhibiting their works than anywhere else in Britain, and this year is majoring on sculptures to do with the sea, alongside a wonderful array of figurative, abstract, classical, and contemporary work, to suite every taste and pocket. Open daily 10am - 4:30pm. Sausmarez Manor, St. Martin. Please call 235904 for more information.
     
    Opening Times: The Manor itself is closed for the winter season
    Address: Sausmarez Road, St Martin, GY4 6SG
    Telephone: 235571
    Bus Routes: 5, 5A, 6, 6A, 7, 7A
    Perry's Maps' Reference: 31, E2


    The Guernsey Tapestry
     
    The Bailiwick of Guernsey Millennium Tapestry illustrates 1000 years of history in 10 embroidered panels. A permanent exhibition housed in a purpose-built, award-winning Gallery, complete with audio guide (English, French or German). An enjoyable introduction to the history of the Islands, for adults and children, stitchers and non-stitchers, alike. There is also a gift shop selling unique souvenirs. Prices: Adults £3.50, Over 60's (and students) £2.00, Children under 16 free. (Free entry to shop).
     
    Opening Times: Thursdays only 10am - 4pm
    Address: St James Concert and Assembly Hall, College Street, St Peter Port, GY1 2NZ
    Telephone: 727106
    Bus Routes: 1, 1A, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 6, 6A
    Perry's Maps' Reference: Town Map, J6
    Website: www.guernseytapestry.org.gg


    The Herb Garden
     
    Herb Garden, hotel and restaurant.
     
    Address: Auberge du Val Hotel, Sous L'Eglise, St Saviour. GY7 9FX
    Bus Routes: 4
    Perry's Maps' Reference: 22, A4


    Little Chapel
     
    A work of art and a labour of love, the Little Chapel is possibly the smallest chapel in the world. It was built by a Christian Brother who started work in March 1914. His plan was to create a miniature version of the famous g
    Grotto and Basilica at Lourdes in France. Guardianship of the Little Chapel now rests with Blanchelande Girls College, which is run by a Charitable Trust. The Little Chapel is beautifully decorated with seashells, pebbles and colourful pieces of broken china and the College has an ongoing programme of repairs and improvements. There is no charge to enter the Chapel; it relies totally on public donations.
     
    Opening Times: Open all day
    Address: Les Vauxbelets, Rue de Bouillion, St Andrew's
    Bus Routes: 4, 5, 5A
    Perry's Maps' Reference: 23, E4
    Website: www.thelittlechapel.org


    The National Trust of Guernsey Folk Museum
     
    Set in stables of an old country house in Guernsey's largest park, the Folk Museum depicts life as it used to be around 100 years ago. Displays include domestic life, farming, trades, transport, fishing and seafaring, with a new temporary exhibition in 2005 entitled 'The Sea in Our Blood'. In the summer months of July, August and September, the Folk Museum has a programme of small scale local crafts demonstrations on Wednesday afternoons, with the opportunity to try out some of the crafts hands on. For further details please call 255384.
     
    Opening Times: 10am-5pm daily Closed from 14 October
    Address: Saumarez Park, Castel
    Telephone: 255384
    Bus Routes: 2, 3, 3A
    Perry's Maps' Reference: 15, G2


    The New Strawberry Farm
     
    The Strawberry Farm features hand-made chocolates, Guernsey Fudge, silversmiths, pottery, craft and gift shops, children's play area, 200 seat restaurant and, of course, strawberries.
     
    Opening Times: Daily 10am - 5pm
    Address: Hauteville House, 38 Hauteville Street, St Peter Port, GY1 1DG
    Bus Routes: 4, 5, 5A
    Perry's Maps' Reference: 22, A5


    Victor Hugo’s House
     
    In this house, well preserved in its original state, the famous French writer spent 15 years in exile decorating it personally and writing his masterpieces. (Guided tours recommended by appointment).
     
    Opening Times: Open until 30 September Monday -Saturday 10am - 4pm, Closed Sunday.
    Address: Hauteville House, 38 Hauteville Street, St Peter Port, GY1 1DG
    Bus Routes: Terminus
    Perry's Maps' Reference: Town Map, K10
     
     
     




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