Just a stone’s throw from the south coast of England lies the treasured island of Alderney. A hidden gem with beautiful beaches, rich heritage, wildlife and scenery waiting to be discovered. Kick back and relax to enjoy the slower pace of life or get out to explore and take in the fresh sea air. However you choose to spend your time in Alderney you’ll soon realise just how easy it is to fall in love with this small island.
Alderney is the closest of all the Channel Islands to the UK and with direct flights from Southampton (40 minutes) and our neighbouring island Guernsey (15 minutes) it is in easy reach. The island is just 3½ miles by 1½ miles at its widest point, one of the best ways of seeing this small island is on foot. Alderney boasts over 50 miles of winding lines and country paths covering every part of the island from the main town through to the commons and rugged coastline. On your walks around the island you’ll find fascinating historical sites, including Roman, Napoleonic and German architecture and in some cases all to be found on one site. A visit to the award winning museum is a must to find out more and the many layers of history on Alderney.
The peaceful island provides a perfect environment for stunning wildlife, from huge seabird colonies to hundreds of different wildflowers and moths, some special mammals, and incredible marine habitats.
The lanes are exceptionally quiet, with very little traffic beyond the town, and the highest speed limit just 35mph. After night fall take in the clear night sky and enjoy the benefits of no light pollution and Alderney’s unspoilt natural environment.
Add in welcoming hotels, guesthouses and restaurants and you see why Alderney is the Channel Island’s hidden gem, worth going the extra mile to visit.
So Close. So Different.
Our partners Fly Alderney offer a one stop solution for booking all aspects of your Alderney holidays.
All the flight inclusive holidays on their website are financially protected by the ATOL scheme.
Fly to Alderney with Aurigny Air https://www.aurigny.com/ , http://www.flyalderney.com/
Sea Travel to Alderney from Guernsey through https://alderneyferryservices.co.uk/
Sea Travel to Alderney from France through https://alderneyferryservices.co.uk/
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Gallery Courtesy Aleks Jakubowska
