A weekend coastal campsite in Saye, Alderney
Picture a weekend tucked away behind majestic dunes with a coastal background. Right, where you can see the coast that lies merely a glance away. Next to a long stretch of white sand.
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Guide to fitness & wellness in Alderney
If you consider visiting Alderney, you should consider making time for some fitness and wellness activities there. Alderney is a beautiful island with plenty of opportunities to get outside and enjoy the fresh air.
Guide to Alderney’s best eats
When it comes to eating out in Alderney get ready to swoon. I’ve tried to pack in all the best places to eat to make sure you leave with a happy and full stomach. I know I did.
The best coastal walk along Alderney
There is no better way to soak in the charm of a place than by walking it. And who can resist breathtaking coastal paths? The best part about Alderney is that it has a 10-mile coastal path.
Visit the oldest and best-preserved Roman fort
Probably one of the most shocking things about the Channel Islands for me was grasping all the history it fosters. From WWII to ancient Roman ruins.
Our favourite family beach in Alderney
When it comes to finding the best beach to spend the day with your kids you want to find one where you’ll be close enough to a restroom and any nearby food options.
My favourite beach on Alderney
I might be slightly risking it by ruling this my favourite beach in the WHOLE of Alderney. That is quite the conclusion to make. So, you’ll just have to trust me.
Visit the Wildlife Bunker in Alderney Island
It’s easy to explore Alderney on foot. From rugged cliff paths carpeted with gorse and wildflowers to quiet sandy bays. We stepped out and enjoyed the island at our own pace with our self-guided walks.
My first visit to Alderney island
The people from Alderney are some of the friendliest you will meet. Make no mistake the island is not just a tourist attraction, it's also a working island, local fishermen, corporate offices and local restaurants are plentiful.
Renting Property in Alderney
Alderney’s slow-paced lifestyle, wonderful scenery and generous tax laws have made it an increasingly attractive place to live. For a long time, the island was unknown to many in the UK and elsewhere.
Owning Holiday Lets in Alderney
Alderney’s extensive range of visitor attractions has made it an increasingly popular tourist destination in recent years. An award-winning museum, an impressive Roman fort and some incredible scenery are all things which await holidaymakers on the island.
Scuba Diving around Renonquet and Ortac Reef in Alderney
When it comes to scuba diving in the Channel Islands, Alderney is one of the less popular islands, mainly due to its location. The majority of dive companies in the Channel Islands operate from Guernsey and Jersey.
Sailing Around Braye Bay in Alderney and Creux Harbour in Sark
Along with Herm, Alderney and Sark are the other two main Channel Islands which are part of the Bailiwick of Guernsey. While the two islands are very different, they are both beautiful in their own right.
Kayaking in Alderney
The third-smallest of the Channel Islands, Alderney is a haven for kayaking and other watersports, with some fantastic beaches and stretches of coastline.
Buying a House in Alderney
Alderney is the most northerly of the Channel Islands and is just 3 miles long, making it a very manageable size. As such, it is often forgotten about or disregarded in favour of its larger neighbours.
Alderney: Burhou, Les Casquets and Ortac
The island of Alderney belongs to the Bailiwick of Guernsey and depends on the British Crown. It is 3 square miles in size, making it the third largest island in the Channel Islands.
Embracing A By-Gone Age – St. Anne
As one of the smaller Channel Islands, Alderney sits in peaceful tranquillity, set far to the north of its neighbours. It is well-known for its stunning beaches, remote headlands and charming island feel.
From Troubled Past To Scenic Present – Alderney’s North Coast
Many parts of the world claim to have history at every turn, but the phrase is perhaps best suited to the Alderney's North Coast.
A Seabird Haven – Western Alderney
Being one of the smaller, more remote Channel Islands, Alderney is a place of tranquil seclusion, where its 2,000 or so residents live with few distractions bar the crashing of the waves on the coast.
From Occupied Land To Paradise – Longis in Alderney
The most northerly Channel Island, Alderney is also the third smallest, covering an area of about 3 square kilometres. As a result, you're never too far from the sea on this tranquil island paradise.
Les Pierres de Lecq
Residing between Sark and Jersey, Pierres de Lecq is an area of rocks or reefs which remains uninhabited. It is 6km north of Greve de Lecq in Saint Mary and 22.4 km west of the Contentin Peninsula.