The Island’s Natural Beauty Has Been A Source Of Inspiration For Writers And Painters Throughout Its Rich And Diverse History, And This, Coupled With An Amazingly Varied Cultural Heritage, Makes Guernsey A Unique Holiday Destination So Whether You’re Here On Holiday For The First Time Or Visiting The Island On Business With A Few Hours To Spare, Why Not Enjoy A Bespoke Island Tour In Chauffeur Driven Comfort.
Guernsey Has A Fascinating History Stretching Back Thousands Of Years.
The Coastline Of Guernsey Was Once The Home Of Some Of The Earliest Neolithic Settlers.
The Island Boasts At Least Six High Status Burial Sites, Which Have Produced Some Rare Artefacts, These Now Take Pride Of Place In Guernsey’s Candie Museum.
Indeed The Les Fouaillages Tomb In The North If The Island Dates Back To 4,500 BC And Is Recognised As One Of The Oldest Structures In Northern Europe.
The Value Of The Island As A Vital Trading Post Is One Of Guernsey’s Major Strengths; The Roman Occupation, Around The 2nd Century AD, Saw Organised Land Cultivation For Crop Production.
The Guernsey Of The Medieval Times Helped To Provision The Army Of William, Duke Of Normandie, With Men And Arms To Support His Subsequent Defeat Of King Harold At The Battle Of Hastings!
In Later Years Guernsey Was Able To Gain Enormous Benefit From The Expansion Of The British Empire By Providing Safe Haven To All Manner Of Ships In The Days Of Sail; From Fleets Of Merchantmen To Privateers The Bustling Harbour Town Of St. Peter Port Supplied Goods, Services And A Beneficial Tax Regime – Even In The Old Days!
From The Stunning Panorama Of The St. Peter Port Harbour Front, To The Windswept West Coast Beaches Via Many Of Guernsey’s Notable Attractions, Executive Car Services Offers You The Advantage Of Tailor Made Island Tours, With An Accredited Tour Guide In A Choice Of Vehicles Depending On The Number Of Passengers Large Or Small We Can Cater For All Your Touring Needs.
Guernsey Island Tours
Guernsey Island Tours Information
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About Guernsey:
Guernsey is an island in the English Channel off the coast of Normandy that is part of the Bailiwick of Guernsey, a British Crown Dependency.
The island has a mixed British-Norman culture, although British cultural influence is stronger, with English being the main language and the pound sterling its primary currency. The island has a traditional local language known as Guernésiais.
Guernsey is a popular stop off for many cruise ships, and other visitors arrive via the regular ferry from the UK mainland or fly in.
Guernsey is a popular stop off for many cruise ships, and other visitors arrive via the regular ferry from the UK mainland or fly in.
Ten Things You Didn’t Know About Guernsey:
The Island of Guernsey has had a long and eventful history, much of it shrouded in mystery and folklore, and visitors are often gripped by tales of the island’s past. Here are some facts that you probably didn’t know about our fascinating island.
1. Guernsey has one of the world’s largest tidal ranges
Guernsey’s tidal range of 33 feet is one of the largest in the world, transforming the coastline every six hours or so. High tides are perfect for swimming, and children love to explore the rock pools at low tide.
2. It is home to one of the oldest post boxes in the British Isles
The post box in Union Street is the oldest cast iron pillar-box still in use anywhere in the British Isles. It is easily recognisable, as it is the only red post box in Guernsey; all the others are painted blue
3. Houses have special seats for witches
Many of the houses in Guernsey’s west have an unusual strange piece of granite sticking out of them – these are “witches’ seats”. Back when they supposedly ran wild in the western parishes, residents built them onto their houses so that the witches could stop and rest, rather than causing havoc.
4. We have a world-renowned dairy herd
The world-renowned Guernsey cow produces some of the most rich and delicious dairy products in the world; this is because of the high butterfat and protein levels in its milk.
5. Guernsey was once invaded by fairies
According to local folklore, Guernsey was once invaded by a group of fairies, amazed by the beauty of the local women. The bloody battle that was said to have followed inspired the name of Rouge Rue in St Peter Port, which translates as “Red Road” and refers to the blood that flowed through the street.
6. The island used to be connected to mainland Europe
The island itself used to be the tip of a peninsula attached to mainland Europe, however rising sea levels separated it from modern-day France approximately 8,000 years ago.
7. Folklore suggests wishes made at The Fairy Ring will come true
The Fairy Ring is a mysterious circle in the ground at the island’s western extremity, Pleinmont. It was a stopping point for officials of the Royal Court who paraded across Guernsey, and folklore suggests that if you walk around it three times and then make a wish, it will come true.
8. Spring comes to Guernsey early!
Spring actually arrives four weeks earlier in Guernsey than on mainland Britain, which allows some unique and very beautiful flora to grow on the island.
9. Guernsey was the location of the world’s first official underwater arrest
The world’s first underwater arrest occurred in Guernsey. Mr Kempthorne-Leigh was illegally harvesting ormers, a popular local shellfish, and was arrested by a scuba-diving police officer!
10. Castle Cornet situated at the harbour entrance was once besieged by Guernsey itself
Castle Cornet situated at the harbour mouth of St. Peter Port was built in the 13th century, and has since been under the control of England, France, Germany and even besieged by Guernsey itself, before being handed over as a gift to the islanders from King George VI after the Second World War.
Guernsey Island Tours Information
Whether you’re flying in or arriving by sea, we can meet you or pick you up from your hotel.
Tours are available Daily throughout the season (March to September)
In addition we do offer tours during the winter on request.
Depending on number of passengers we conduct tours in:
First: Saloon cars – (Max 4Pax)
Second: Mini Vans – ( Max 8 Pax)
or
Third Option: Minibuses – (Max 16 Pax)
We recommend three hour tours, but you can have as much time as you like, we can quote you a day rate whenever you want.
Our tour guides are accredited
Call us or fill in the contact form more information.
German Occupation 1940 to 1945:
The Military Occupation Of The Channel Islands By Nazi Germany Lasted For Most Of The Second World War, From 30 June 1940 Until Liberation On 9 May 1945.
The Bailiwick Of Jersey And Bailiwick Of Guernsey Are Two Island Countries And British Crown Dependencies In The English Channel, Near The Coast Of Normandy. The Channel Islands Were The Only De Jure Part Of The British Empire To Be Occupied By Nazi Germany During The War.
Anticipating A Swift Victory Over Britain, The Occupying German Forces Initially Experimented By Using A Relatively Moderate Approach To The Non-Jewish Population, Supported By Local Collaborators.
However, As Time Progressed The Situation Grew Gradually Worse, Leading To Forced Labour, Mass Deportations And Ending In Near Starvation For Both Occupied And Occupiers During The Winter Of 1944.
