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SPEND A YEAR AND EVEN LONGER ON
GUERNSEY AND YOU’LL BEGIN TO APPRECIATE
THE BENEFITS OF ISLAND LIFE AND HOW
ACTIVITIES ARE PUNCTUATED BY THE SEASONS.
However, the longer nights and cooler days bring with them many new
adventurers. As the coastline is only ever moments away you’ll find that
the beaches, cliffs and coves can provide plenty to keep you occupied.
A winter walk along some of the island’s 28 miles of coastal paths, with
spectacular views, makes a good starting point to help keep those
New Year resolutions. Stroll atop the stunning cliff tops on the island’s
south coast and encounter the half buried bunkers and concreate
watch towers that inspire you to learn more about the island’s history.
A cautious gaze down the cliff edge will reveal the drama of waves
crashing against the rocks below. Then, trekking carefully down to the
water’s edge, you’ll often find that the beach is your own and you’ll
be the first to comb the shore for treasure.
For a more leisurely appreciation of Poseidon’s power, a perfect
Saturday brunch can be spent observing the waters of St Peter
Port’s Havelet Bay. Time it with a high spring tide and a gusty wind
and enjoy the sight of a harbour panorama being washed in the
sea’s spray while you lazily sip your cappuccino from one of the
seafront cafés or restaurants. Many other cosy retreats can be
found across the island where seasonal cuisine is served with
welcoming hospitability. The local specialty, the traditional
Guernsey Bean Jar, is a perfect winter warmer and delicious
served with crusty fresh bread.
Away from the water, the island’s parks and country lanes
are ideal for families to spend an afternoon kicking through
leaves and hopping over streams. The largest, Saumarez
Park, combines a pirate ship equipped playground
with gardens, lawns and a busy duck pond. Each of
Guernsey’s ten parishes have their own quiet corners
which their inhabitants will resolutely declare are the
island’s best. Take time to form your own opinion and
with an outdoor expedition squeezed in before a
Sunday roast, it’ll provide positive entitlement for that
extra Yorkshire pudding!
A change in season makes little difference to the
broad local sporting calendar. You’ll find that there
are leagues and tournaments to take part in and
a welcoming community of enthusiasts that will
help you hone your skills. Some outdoor activities
make the transition inside into Guernsey’s
various indoor facilities while others continue
in all weathers, the hardiest of which are the
beach swimmers who’ll cause you to look
twice when spotted striding into the surf on a
fresh January morning.
Island living is definitely a unique and
special experience that brings with it year
round opportunities to build easily a closer
relationship with its wonderful and
healthy environment.
For more information about making
the move to Guernsey please visit
LocateGuernsey.com
or call 01481 743834.
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