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The Bailiwick of Guernsey includes a number of islands in addition to Guernsey.
Alderney is the most northerly of the Channel Islands and is the closest of the islands to England. It boasts excellent coastal walks, a quaint town, a nine-hole golf course and some of the best fishing opportunities you would wish to find. For further information on Alderney www.alderney.net
Sark lies nearly 8 miles east of Guernsey. It has numerous coves and beaches – some which you have to climb down to reach. It is most famous for its enchanting and relaxed pace of life. Sark enables you to step back in time – a visit here is like no other. For further information on Sark www.sark.info
Herm is a small island lying just off Guernsey. There is a regular ferry and catamaran service to the island which only takes 25 minutes. Herm is a popular retreat for Guernsey locals and visitors. Most visit Belvoir Bay or Shell Beach, famous for the tiny shells washed up by the Gulf Stream. For further information on Herm www.herm-island.com
Jethou is a small island covering approximately 44 acres immediately south of Herm. It is thought that it was once connected to Herm by a strip of land that was washed away during a storm in the AD709. Jethou is a part of the Bailiwick but is not open to the public. It is leased by the States of Guernsey from the Crown and currently has sub-tenants.
Brecqhou is a privately owned island and is not open to the public.
Lihou is a small island located on the west coast of Guernsey. It is a conservation area and is owned by the States of Guernsey. It is open to the public and can be accessed via a causeway that is exposed during low tides. For further information on Lihou island.
Other sites containing interesting information regarding the Bailiwick of Guernsey can be located within the external links section.
