30 TH March - 10 TH May 2018

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1 30 TH March - 10 TH May 2018

2 INTRODUCTION Welcome to the Guernsey Heritage Festival 2018! This year s Festival focuses and reflects on the German Occupation and Liberation of the Bailiwick of Guernsey during WW2. Our guide is packed full of hundreds of themed events and activities taking place across Guernsey and the Bailiwick isles of Alderney, Sark and Herm, each of which have their own unique story to tell. Over six weeks, German fortifications will be opened up for the first time and tour guides will bring stories to life; exhibitions will capture the essence of occupied island life and you ll get the chance to hear, first hand, Islanders stories of life under German rule. In 2018, Guernsey will hit the big screen with the release of the film adaptation of The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society, so what better time to head to our shores and find out more about our story you ll even get the chance to try some Potato Peel Pie! 2

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4 How to travel to THEBAILIWICK ISLANDS 4

5 TRAVEL BY FERRY TRAVEL BY AIR Getting around the Channel Islands couldn t be easier. Regular boat or air travel means you could explore all of our beautiful islands even during a short stay. TO ALDERNEY 1 hour 25 mins 15 mins TO HERM 20 mins TO SARK 50 mins For full details on travel times and prices go to: AIRLINES aurigny.com blueislands.com flybe.com FERRIES condorferries.co.uk traveltrident.com sarkshippingcompany.com manche-iles-express.com For boat charter trips search Boat trips on: visit.com. Some scheduled services may be seasonal, check with the operators. All listings correct at time of going to press. 5

6 WHAT WAS THE The German Occupation of the Second World War had the biggest impact on Guernsey during the 20th century. By Mid-June 1940, Germany were storming through Europe invading each country, city by city. The French and English withdrew back to the French Northern Coast in June 1940, which left the Channel Islands exposed. The British Government decided not to defend the Channel Islands, which left Islanders with just hours to decide whether to evacuate to the mainland or remain for an unknown future. Official evacuation boats sailed from 20th rd June. 17,000 of Guernsey s teachers and schoolchildren and mothers and babies were evacuated off island. Alderney recommended all of their Islanders be evacuated and the Dame of Sark Sibyl Hathaway encouraged everyone to stay. 6

7 The Occupation of Guernsey started on 30th June Over the next five years, Islanders had to live under German Rule while Hitler focussed on building the Channel Islands into an Impregnable Fortress. Guernsey, Alderney and Jersey became heavily fortified, with concrete bunkers, anti-aircraft turrets and anti-tank walls and existing fortifications were adapted to become a stronger defence. On the 8th May 1945, there was Victory in Europe over Germany, but the German Commander Admiral Hoffmeier refused to surrender the occupied Channel Islands, until the 9th May. 1,000 German troops remained in the Channel Islands to help clear up the five-year operation, removing land mines and dismantling the large guns, which were dumped at sea. 7

8 AN ISLAND WITH A GREAT STORY TO TELL This is your year to discover the glorious Islands of Guernsey. Our little Island has inspired a big blockbuster-and you could visit the very place where the idea was born. Guernsey was the birth place of the International best seller, The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society. The novel was penned by Mary Ann Shaffer and completed by her niece, Annie Barrows, and tells the Island s story under the German Occupation, through a series of letters. Mary Ann travelled to Guernsey on a whim in 1980 and, when she found herself stranded with fog at Guernsey Airport, she picked up a book about the Island s wartime past and was hooked. Visit places that appear in the book; walk in the steps of the characters themselves with a series of self-guided walks that will make you feel as if you are taking a step through the pages of the book itself. A film based on the book is due for release in Lookout for the Potato Peel Pie symbol in the events section for associated events. 8

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10 LITERARY & POTATO PEEL PIE SOCIETY EVENTS The Guernsey Literary Festival is running a series of special events to mark the film release of The Guernsey Literary & Potato Peel Pie Society. Picturing the Story: The Transformation of the Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society Sunday nd April, PM TBC Tel: location: St James Concert and Assembly Hall, College Street, St Peter Port, GY1 2NZ A discussion between Producer Paula Mazur, novelist Annie Barrows and Screen writer Thomas Bezucha. All three will explore and discuss the book-to-film experience of The Guernsey Literary & Potato Peel Pie Society. Living in the Past: A Discussion on Historical Fiction with Annie Barrows Sunday nd April, TBC location: Dorey Room or Les Cotils, see website for details This event will be of particular interest to writers, this panel discussion will address issues of writing historical fiction, including research, rightness and reliability. A Discussion between Paula Mazur and Thomas Bezucha on the art of scriptwriting Sunday nd April, TBC location: Dorey Room or Les Cotils, see website for details Pick up tricks from the trade with this exclusive masterclass from the professionals. Discover how a best-selling book is adapted to become an international blockbuster. Go to: literaryfestival.com for full details on all these events 10

11 LITERARY FESTIVAL Guernsey s Literary Festival has already signed up a number of high quality speakers for this year s event, planned for Thurs 10th to Sun 13th May. Guardian editor-at-large and Americawatcher Gary Younge will talk about his recently published book Another Day in the Death of America: A Chronicle of Ten Short Lives. Novelist Gail Honeyman s debut novel Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine has been a sales and critical success. This unusual book depicts the loneliness of life and the simple power of a little kindness, through the endearing and inimitable Eleanor. From the world of music come folk legend Peggy Seeger and journalist, writer and publisher David Hepworth. Children s writer Ross Montgomery has written a number of books, including Alex, the Dog and the Unopenable Door, The Tornado Chasers, Perijee & Me and Christmas Dinner of Souls. His first picture book, The Building Boy, with David Litchfield was published to critical success and sold around the world. Travel and nature writer Patrick Barkham s highly acclaimed latest book, Islander: A Journey Around Our Archipelago, includes a section about Alderney. Award winning poet Daljit Nagra s poem Look We Have Coming to Dover! won the Forward Prize for Best Individual Poem in 2004, and his first collection, of the same name, won the Forward Prize for Best First Collection in 2007 and the South Bank Show Decibel Award in His latest collection is British Museum which was published this year. Past speakers have included novelist Sebastian Faulks, human rights campaigner Terry Waite, TV presenter and writer Clare Balding and science presenter and writer Simon Singh. For more details, go to: All listings correct at time of going to press. 11

12 EVENTS AT A GLANCE Date event PAGE Various dates La Seigneurie 18 Various dates Various dates Commando Raid on Sark St Anne's Heritage Town Walk Weekly Events and exhibitions Make your own 9th April-7th May Heritage postcard using a vintage 18 hand printing press 30th March- 10th May 30th March- 10th May 31ST March- 10th May 08:30-17:30 Mon-Sat 3rd April-10th May 9:30-17:00-Mon-Thurs 10:00-17:00-Fri-Sat Paint your own Pottery Island Explorers 18 Alderney Photo Challenge Hauteville House Exhibition Priaulx Library under German rule 09:00-16:00 Reflections on Occupation 10:00-Thurs & Sat (not 7th April) 10:00-16:30 Evacuation, War Years & Homecoming Screenings German Occupation Museum 10:00-17:00 The Aquarium 19 10:00-17:00 Castle Cornet 20 10:00-17:00 10:00-17:00 La Valette Underground Military Museum The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society Exhibition 11:00-13:00 Occupation Memories of Sark 12:30-16:30 14:00-16:00 German Naval Signals Headquarters German Underground Hospital 14:00-16:00 Memories of the Occupation Part 1-14:00-16:30- Tues Part 2-14:00-16:30-Thurs 10:30-MIDDAY, EVERYDAY 14:30-16:00- Tues & Thurs 10:00-Midday Mon-Sun 14:30-16:30-Mon-Fri Events in Events in ALDERNEY Enemy at the Door - St Martins at War - Parts 1 and 2 Guided Walks around St Peter Port Alderney Museum - The Evacuation of Alderney Friday 30th March 14:00-17:00 Wn. Schönbucht- Mitte 14:30-16:00 Rocquette Cider Tour Saturday 31st March 10:00 The Bells of St Anne s Church 13:45 Birds & Batteries Boat Tour 14:00 German Naval Signals HQ - Guided Tour 14:00-16:30 Fort Hommet 14:00-16:30 14:00-16:30 Occupation, Liberation and Potato Peel Pie - Bicycle Tour Shrine of the Sacred Heart at Fort Hommet 14:30-16:30 Vazon guided walk Sunday 1st April 09:00 Sark Commando Day 10:00 RAF Day 13:30 Events in HERM Guernsey Literary & Potato Peel Pie Society - Coach Tour 14:00 Hafenschloss Tour 14:00 Alderney Minibus Tour Events in SARK 14:00-16:30 Pleinmont Observation Tower 14:00-17:00 Beaches, Batteries and Bunkers Monday 2nd April The Botanical 13:30-16:30 Trust of Guernsey presents food for free from land & sea 12

13 themed 'The literary and potato peel pie society' events walks EXHIBITION Boat Tour Water Based Museum/historical attraction Talks CYCLE TOUR COACH TOUR EVENT/OTHER ARTS & CRAFTS TOURS 14:00 Bibette Head Guided Tour 16:00-17:00 Guernsey Society Under Occupation Tuesday 3rd April Watermill - 10:00 Walk, talk and on site activity 14:00-16:30 Fort Hommet 14:00 Alderney Minibus Tour 18:00 Occupation Tour of the Royal Court German 18:00 Occupation Lecture at Alderney Museum Wednesday 4th April 9:30-11:30 Screen-print your own T-shirt or Bag 10:00-Midday Activity day for children at Alderney Museum 25 11:30-12:30 Wartime tour of Sausmarez Manor 13:45 Birds & Batteries Boat Tour 14:00 Hafenschloss Tour 14:00-16:30 Pleinmont Observation Tower 19:30 Thursday 5th April 14:00-16:30 Dinner and Cinema Night "An Island Story" Occupation, Liberation and Potato Peel Pie - Bicycle Tour 14:00 Alderney Minibus Tour 16:00-17:00 Guernsey Society Under Occupation Friday 6th April Invasions, 11:00-13:00 propaganda and more 11:00 Live History 25 14:00 14:30-16:30 Town Walk - Places of interest during the Occupation The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society Movie Walk :30 Much Ado About History Saturday 7th April HistoryFest 10:00-16:00 - Our dear Channel Islands 13:45 Birds & Batteries Boat Tour 14:00 German Naval Signals HQ - Guided Tour 14:00-16:30 Fort Hommet 14:00-16:30 Occupation, Liberation and Potato Peel Pie - Bicycle Tour 14:30-16:30 Pembroke guided walk 18:30 Historical Open Air Cinema Sunday 8th April 10:00-11:30 The secrets of the Mirus Gun Battery 10:00-16:00 10:00-16:00 10:30-14:00 Take a step back in time with the National Trust of Guernsey HistoryFest - Our dear Channel Islands The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society - What is all the fuss about? 14:00 Moulin Huet in Occupation 14:00 Hafenschloss Tour 14:00-16:30 Pleinmont Observation Tower 14:00-16:30 In defence of L'Ancresse 14:00-17:00 Beaches, Batteries and Bunkers 15:00 Alderney's Lighthouse Tour Monday 9th April Guernsey Literary 10:00 & Potato Peel Pie Society - Coach Tour 16:00-17:00 Guernsey Society Under Occupation Tuesday 10th April 9:30-11:30 Lantern Making All listings correct at time of going to press. 13

14 Events in Events in HERM Events in ALDERNEY Events in SARK 14:00-16:30 Fort Hommet 18:00 Occupation Tour of the Royal Court Wednesday 11th April 10:30-16:00 The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society - What is all the fuss about? 11:30-12:30 Wartime Tour of Sausmarez Manor 13:45 Birds & Batteries Boat Tour 14:00 Moulin Huet in Occupation 14:00 Hafenschloss Tour 14:00 Evacuation, Occupation, Liberation and Potato Peel Pie guided walk 14:00-16:30 Pleinmont Observation Tower Thursday 12th April Occupation, 14:00-16:30 Liberation and Potato Peel Pie - Bicycle Tour 14:00-17:00 Guernsey Society Under Occupation Friday 13th April 14:30-16:00 Rocquette Cider Tour 14:30-16:30 The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society Movie Walk 18:00-19:30 Guernsey Clematis Nursery Saturday 14th April 10:00- Midday Guernesiais taster sessions 13:45 Birds & Batteries Boat Tour 14:00 14:00-16:00 German Naval Signals HQ - Guided Tour Shrine of the Sacred Heart at Fort Hommet 14:00-16:30 Fort Hommet 14:00-16:30 Occupation, Liberation and Potato Peel Pie - Bicycle Tour 14:30-16:30 L'Eree guided walk Beau Cinema 19:30 Heritage Film Week Sunday 15th April 10:00 Moulin Huet in Occupation 10:30-14:00 The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society - Where fiction meets fact 29 14:00 Hafenschloss Tour 14:00 Children of the Occupation - Gillian Mawson 14:00-16:30 Pleinmont Observation Tower 14:00-16:45 Hiding in Plain Sight 14:00-17:00 Beaches, Batteries and Bunkers 15:00 Alderney's Lighthouse Tour 15:00-17:30 19:30 Monday 16th April 10:00 The Military History of L'Ancresse & Pembroke Beau Cinema Heritage Film Week Guernsey Literary & Potato Peel Pie Society - Coach Tour 14:00-16:30 Marching through History 14:00-17:00 Guernsey Society Under Occupation Beau Cinema 19:30 Heritage Film Week Tuesday 17th April 13:00 Kayak Commando Day 14:00-16:30 Fort Hommet 18:00 Occupation Tour of the Royal Court 19:30 Wednesday 18th April 10:30-14:00 Beau Cinema Heritage Film Week The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society - Where fiction meets fact 13:45 Birds & Batteries Boat Tour

15 themed 'The literary and potato peel pie society' events walks EXHIBITION Boat Tour Water Based Museum/historical attraction Talks CYCLE TOUR COACH TOUR EVENT/OTHER ARTS & CRAFTS TOURS 14:00 Hafenschloss Tour 14:00-16:30 Pleinmont Observation Tower 19:00 Guernsey Tapestry - Taste of Guernsey 19:30 Thursday 19th April 14:00-16:30 Beau Cinema Heritage Film Week Occupation, Liberation and Potato Peel Pie - Bicycle Tour 16:00-17:00 Guernsey Society Under Occupation 19:30 Beer Pairing Night 30 19:30 Friday 20th April 14:30-16:30 19:30 Saturday st April 08:45-17:30 10:00-Midday Beau Cinema Heritage Film Week The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society Movie Walk Beau Cinema Heritage Film Week Occupation/ Liberation Guille- Allès Library Open day Guernesiais taster sessions 13:30-15:00 Ready or Not 30 13:45 Birds & Batteries Boat Tour 14:00 14:00-16:30 German Naval Signals HQ - Guided Tour Occupation, Liberation and Potato Peel Pie - Bicycle Tour 14:00-16:30 Fort Hommet 14:30 Dr Gilly Carr - Resisters: heroes or villains of the occupation 14:30-16:30 Pleinmont guided walk Sunday nd April 9:30-Midday 10:30-14:00 The WW2 History of the Jerbourg Peninsula The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society - Where fiction meets fact 13:00 Look out Pleinmont 14:00 Panzers over Petit Bot 14:00 Hafenschloss Tour 14:00-16:30 Pleinmont Observation Tower 14:00-16:45 Hitler's Island Madness 14:00-17:00 Beaches, Batteries and Bunkers 15:00 Alderney's Lighthouse Tour Monday rd April Guernsey Literary 10:00 & Potato Peel Pie Society - Coach Tour 16:00-17:00 Guernsey Society Under Occupation Tuesday th April 13:30-15:00 Ready or Not 30 14:00 Moulin Huet in Occupation 27 14:00-16:30 Fort Hommet 17:30-19:30 50 years and counting 18:00 Occupation Tour of the Royal Court Wednesday 25th April 10:30-14:00 The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society - Where fiction meets fact 13:45 Birds & Batteries Boat Tour 14:00 Hafenschloss Tour 14:00 Evacuation, Occupation, Liberation and Potato Peel Pie guided walk 14:00-16:30 Pleinmont Observation Tower All listings correct at time of going to press. 15

16 Events in Events in HERM Events in ALDERNEY Events in SARK Thursday 26th April Midday-13:00 13:00-14:00 14:00-15:00 White Rock Brewery open day 13:00 Look out Pleinmont 14:00-16:30 Occupation, Liberation and Potato Peel Pie - Bicycle Tour 16:00-17:00 Guernsey Society Under Occupation Friday 27th April 14:30-16:00 Rocquette Cider Tour 14:30-16:30 The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society Movie Walk 19:30 La Ribotrie 32 Saturday 28th April 10:30-12:30 14:00-16:00 The Little Chapel - A Labour of Love 13:45 Birds & Batteries Boat Tour 14:00 14:00-16:00 14:00-16:30 German Naval Signals HQ - Guided Tour Shrine of the Sacred Heart at Fort Hommet Occupation, Liberation and Potato Peel Pie - Bicycle Tour 14:00-16:30 Fort Hommet 14:00-17:00 Batterie Mirus 32 14:30-16:30 Jerbourg guided walk Sunday 29th April The German 10:00-12:30 Defences of St Sampson 10:00-16:00 Living off the land 33 10:30-12:30 14:00-16:00 The Little Chapel - A Labour of Love 13:00 Kayak Commando Day 14:00 Hafenschloss Tour 14:00-16:30 Pleinmont Observation Tower 14:00-17:00 Beaches, Batteries and Bunkers 15:00 Alderney's Lighthouse Tour Monday 30th April 10:00 Guernsey Literary & Potato Peel Pie Society - Coach Tour 14:00-16:30 Marching through History 16:00-17:00 Guernsey Society Under Occupation Tuesday 1st May 09:00 Sark Commando Day 13:30-15:00 Ready or Not 30 14:00 Panzers over Petit Bot 14:00-16:30 Fort Hommet 18:00 Occupation Tour of the Royal Court Wednesday 2nd May 12:45-00:45 Ship & Crown goes back to :45 Birds & Batteries Boat Tour 14:00 Moulin Huet in Occupation 14:00 Hafenschloss Tour 14:00-16:30 Pleinmont Observation Tower Thursday 3rd May 12:45-00:45 Ship & Crown goes back to 1945 Midday -13:00 13:00-14:00 14:00-15:00 13:00-15:00 14:00-16:30 White Rock Brewery open day Invasions, propaganda and more Occupation, Liberation and Potato Peel Pie - Bicycle Tour 16:00-17:00 Guernsey Society Under Occupation 19:00 Guernsey Tapestry - Taste of Guernsey Friday 4th May 12:45-00:45 Ship & Crown goes back to :00 Look out Pleinmont 31 19:30 Occupation themed dinner at the Bella Luce Hotel

17 themed 'The literary and potato peel pie society' events walks EXHIBITION Boat Tour Water Based Museum/historical attraction Talks CYCLE TOUR COACH TOUR EVENT/OTHER ARTS & CRAFTS TOURS Saturday 5th May VARIOUS Occupationthemed Mini Food Festival 10:00 Moulin Huet in Occupation 12:45-00:45 Ship & Crown goes back to :00-14:00 Kamp Kapers 33 13:30-15:00 Ready or Not 30 13:45 Birds & Batteries Boat Tour 14:00 German Naval Signals HQ - Guided Tour 14:00-16:30 Fort Hommet 14:00-16:30 Occupation, Liberation and Potato Peel Pie - Bicycle Tour 14:00-17:00 Stp. Rotenstein 33 14:30-16:30 Pembroke guided walk Sunday 6th May Occupationthemed Mini VARIOUS Food Festival 10:00-11:00 Molly Bihet - Book Signing 9:30-11:30 Screen-print your own T-shirt or Bag 10:00-13:00 10:00-15:00 12:45-00:45 Guernsey Information Centre - Open Day Restoring Island heritage tour with the National Trust of Guernsey Evacuee Sunday - Ship & Crown goes back to :00 Look out Pleinmont 13:30-16:30 Batterie General Oberst Dollman 14:00 Hafenschloss Tour 14:00-16:30 Stutzpunkt Langenburg 14:00-16:30 Pleinmont Observation Tower 14:00-16:45 Hiding in Plain Sight :00-17:00 Beaches, Batteries and Bunkers 15:00 Alderney's Lighthouse Tour Monday 7th May Guernsey Literary 10:00 & Potato Peel Pie Society - Coach Tour 12:45-00:45 Ship & Crown goes back to :00 Molly Bihet - A Child's War 14:00-16:30 Marching through History 14:00-17:00 Guernsey Society Under Occupation Tuesday 8th May 10:00- Midday Liberation Special 34 12:45-00:45 Ship & Crown goes back to :30-15:00 Ready or Not 30 14:00 Panzers over Petit Bot 14:00-16:30 Fort Hommet 18:00 Occupation Tour of the Royal Court Wednesday 9th May 12:45-00:45 Ship & Crown goes back to 1945 All day Liberation Day 35 13:45 Birds & Batteries Boat Tour 14:00 Hafenschloss Tour 14:00-16:30 Pleinmont Observation Tower 14:00-18:00 Castle Cornet - Live Music 35 Thursday 10th May All day Sark Liberation Day 35 11:15 Echoes of Occupation and Liberation 35 14:00-16:30 Occupation, Liberation and Potato Peel Pie - Bicycle Tour 16:00-17:00 Guernsey Society Under Occupation Thurs 10th May- Sunday 13th May The Guernsey Literary Festival All listings correct at time of going to press. 17

18 HERITAGE EVENTS 2018 La Seigneurie VARIOUS dates sark Tel: COST: 8 - Booking at Sark Visitor Centre or contact details office@sark.co.uk Visit the home of Dame Sybil Hathaway, the principal of Sark during the Occupation. See the drawing room where she met and conversed with the German Officers to protect her people and her island. Hear about her and her family s personal experiences during the war in the words of her great-grandson and current Seigneur, Major Christopher Beaumont. COMMANDO RAID ON SARK VARIOUS dates sark Tel: Location: Sark Visitor Centre COST: 8 - Booking at Sark Visitor Centre or contact details office@sark.co.uk web: sark.co.uk Follow in the footsteps of the brave commandos who came to Sark during the German Occupation under Lieutenant Colonel Reginald Guille. Hear about the raiding party, their operation on Sark, its consequences and their fates thereafter. St Anne's Heritage Town Walk VARIOUS dates ALDERNEY Tel: Location: Alderney Visitor Information Centre COST: 6 - Adult, 3 - Child A gentle, guided walk around the historic centre of St Anne, discover the hidden secrets of the capital with an expert guide. Including a visit to St. Anne s Church and the Court (when possible). Date and time to be arranged at the Visitor Information Centre with at least h notice. Minimum number of participants on a walk is 4. MAKE YOUR OWN HERITAGE POSTCARD USING A VINTAGE HAND PRINTING PRESS 9th april - 7th may (every afternoon) Tel: Location: ruette braye, st peter port COST: 5 studio@irisanddora.co.uk Come see our vintage hand printing press and have a go at printing your own heritage postcard. The machine will be available afternoons during the festival from 9th April until 7th May and we will have a different design each week. Paint your own Pottery 30th MARCH - 10th may (everyday) Tel: Location: ruette braye, st peter port COST: (ranging on pottery size) studio@irisanddora.co.uk The perfect way to enjoy a day out with friends or family. With our Paint Your Own Pottery, come and paint a Guernsey Liberation-themed creation from our huge array of pre-fired pottery blanks. You don't need any skills or experience and we provide all equipment and materials. Island Explorers 30th March - 10th May COST: free WEB: museums.gov.gg Take part in a special treasure hunt for the Guernsey Heritage Festival. Adventurers young and young-at-heart are challenged to find the clues hidden across our historic sites. You can download the map from from 29 March Good luck and safe exploring! Return your treasure maps to Guernsey Museum at Candie to receive a small prize. 18

19 Alderney Photo Challenge 31st March 10th May ALDERNEY Tel: Location: alderney visitor centre cost: free Discover new parts of Alderney s heritage you did not know about through the photo competition. A great way of discovery for all ages. Available from the Visitor Information Centre from Saturday 31st March. HautEville House Exhibition 3rd April - 10th May 08:30am - 5:30pm Mon-Sat Location: Inner Street, Market Building, St Peter Port cost: free An exhibition about 19th century French author, Victor Hugo s exile home, Hauteville House in Guernsey. Hauteville House is now a Museum and, during 2018, will close to undergo extensive restoration. Find out more about Hugo s life and his eclectic home at this free pictorial exhibition. Priaulx Library under German Rule 2nd april - 5th may 9:30am - 5:00pm - Mon - Thurs 10:00am - 5:00pm - Fri - Sat tel: Location: Priaulx Library Cost: FREE This exhibition reflects the German Occupation through the perspective of personal accounts, including Red Cross letters and GUNS (Guernsey Underground News Service) news sheets. Also features the life and career of Ralph Durand, Chief Librarian of the Priaulx Library, ( ) who placed copies of GUNS in reference books at the Library. Reflections on Occupation 09:00am - 4:00pm (daily) LOCATION: Greenhouse Gallery - Candie Museum cost: Adult , 7-18 years , Under 7 or Discovery Pass - Free web: arts.gg Reflecting on the Occupation of Guernsey from a st century perspective. The exhibition brings together through an open completion a wide range of artistic talent from all ages, disciplines and styles, creating a reflective and thought provoking experience. Evacuation, War Years & Homecoming Screenings 10:00am - every Thurs & Sat (not 7th April) ALDERNEY tel: Location: Alderney Wildlife Trust's Office, Victoria Street Cost: Free (donation welcome) Learn more about Alderney's wartime history through a series of three short documentaries. German Occupation Museum 10:00am - 4:30pm (daily) Tel: LOCATION: Guernsey Occupation Museum, behind Forest Church COST: 6 - Adult, 3 - Child Located within walking distance of the island's airport, the German Occupation Museum provides a unique insight into life in Guernsey during the occupation from 1940 to The museum is complete with an authentic recreation of an occupationera street, exhibitions on maritime history, and Second World War fortifications. The Aquarium 10:00am - 5:00pm (daily) Tel: Location: La Vallette, St Peter Port COST: 5 - Adult, 4 - OAP'S, years, Free - Under 3 hello@theaquarium.com Come to the only German Tunnels used in WW2, which have been renovated into an Aquarium. There will be information and displays about the use of the tunnels during the Occupation of Guernsey. Russian slave workers originally created the series of four tunnels in German occupying forces then used the tunnels to store their military vehicles and ammunition during the Occupation. All listings correct at time of going to press. 19

20 In 1967 the WW2 tunnels were transformed into the Aquarium, the only one of its kind in the world. Around the Aquarium there will be information and displays about the use of the tunnels during the Occupation. The literary & potato peel pie society exhibition 10:00am - 5:00pm (daily) Tel: LOCATION: museum, candie gardens, st peter port COST: adult, 2 - children u18, free - children u7 museums.gov.gg WEB: museums.gov.gg An exhibition focusing on Guernsey s Occupation/ Liberation story, featuring WW2 memorabilia and various editions of The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie editions. Castle Cornet 10:00am - 5:00pm (daily) Tel: LOCATION: Castle Cornet, Castle Emplacement, St Peter Port, GY1 1AU COST: free WEB: museums.gov.gg The Castle has guarded the mouth of the harbour in St Peter Port for 800 years and is the largest monument on the island. Your ticket gives you entry of its five museums, four period gardens plus the option to join a free tour at 10.30am and the daily firing of the Noon-day gun by scarlet clad soldiers. La Valette UNDERGROUND MILITARY Museum 10:00am - 5:00pm (daily) Location: La Valette Museum, st peter port COST: 6 - Adult, Over 65, Child The Museum is set in a complex of tunnels that were built by German forces as a fuel storage facility for their U-Boats during the German Occupation. The museum covers Guernsey s military history within WW1 and WW2. Occupation memories of sark 11:00am - 13:00pm (weekdays only) sark Tel: LOCATION: La Société Sercquaise, heritage room at the visitor centre COST: Free WEB: socsercq.sark.gg La Société Sercquaise will exhibit photographs and documents from its collection relating to the occupation of Sark, the experience of the Sark deportees, and the Liberation of the island. German Naval Signals Headquarters 12:30pm - 4:30pm (DAILY) Tel: LOCATION: St Jacques, St Peter Port (by La Collinette Hotel) COST: 4 - Adult, Child/Student WEB: museums.gov.gg A heavily fortified 15 room wartime communication bunker converted into a compact and informative museum. It was once responsible for the control of all the Channel Islands' coast artillery during the Occupation and has been restored to reflect the way it looked during that time. German Underground Hospital 2:00pm - 4:00pm (DAILY) LOCATION: German Underground Hospital, La Vassalerie, St Andrews COST: Adult, 1 - Child The German Underground Hospital is the largest construction in the Channel Islands at 7,000 square metres. The underground hospital was hewn out of solid rock by slave workers who had been captured by German forces during WW2. Memories of the Occupation 2:00pm - 4:00pm (DAILY) sark tel: LOCATION: Sark Museum COST: 2 - ADULT, 1 - CHILD info@sarkmuseum.com See items which have been preserved from the time of the Occupation and learn of the lives of the people on Sark during that time, both Sarkese and Germans. 20

21 Enemy at the Door - St Martin's at War, Parts 1 and 2 Part 1-2:00pm - 4:30pm - Tues (WEEKLY) Part 2-2:00pm - 4:30pm - Thurs (WEEKLY) CONTACT: Keith Pengelley LOCATION: Part 1 - Icart Car park, Part 2 - Jerbourg car park COST: 8-14 if booked as two K.pengelley@cwgsy.net web: guidedtours.com OR WALKINGTOURS.COM Part 1 is based around the St Martin's coastal area or Sudbucht, taking a circular route from Icart via Petit Bot and featuring the Icart Strongpoint Stutzpunkt. The walk will also include the various resistance nests Widerstandsnest en route. Part 2 will cover fortified areas from La Fosse including the widerstandsnest en route also taking in Batterie Strasbourg situated at Jerbourg as well at the Calais resistance nest Kallen widerstandnest. Guided Walks around St Peter Port 10:30am - Midday (DAILY) 2:30pm - 4:00pm - Tues & Thurs (weekly) CONTACT: Ann Outram LOCATION: Guernsey Information Centre COST: 8 townwalks@hotmail.com web: guidedtours.com The jewel in the crown of Guernsey is St Peter Port: a photogenic town with as colourful a history as anyone could imagine. It cries out to be explored. The daily walks will take different routes most days to discover its fascinating history and will include an Occupation and Liberation theme during the Heritage Festival. Alderney Museum - THE EVACUATION OF ALDERNEY 10:00am - Midday - Mon - Sun (weekly) 2:30pm - 4:30pm - Mon - Fri (weekly) alderney tel: location: Alderney Museum cost: 3 - Adult, Free - Child WEB: INFO@ALDERNEYMUSEUM.ORG The museum displays a record of the Island s fascinating history with collections exclusively about Alderney s geology, archaeology, natural environment and social history. Wn. Schönbucht-Mitte 30TH MARCH, 2:00pm - 5:00pm LOCATION: Half-Way, St Sampson cost: By donation WEB: festung.org.gg Visit the well preserved anti-tank gun bunker and learn about the defences of Belle Greve Bay. Rocquette Cider Tour 30TH MARCH, 13th & 27th april 2:30pm - 4:00pm TEL: LOCATION: Rocquette Cider Co. Ltd, Les Fauxquets de Haut, Rue des Fauxquets, Castel COST: Cash or cheque craig@rocquettecider.com The Tour consists of a brief walk through the Orchard followed by a tasting of our 9 Ciders and Fruit Liqueurs. These are accompanied by biscuits and Guernsey Cheeses with a choice of Apple Chutneys made on the farm, and have the chance to see the Bee s in the Observation Bee Hive. The Bells of St Anne s Church 31st MARCH, 10:00am alderney TEL: LOCATION: St Anne's Church COST: Free The bells have played a role in the Evacuation of Alderney as on Sunday rd June They rang out the message to the people of Alderney pending the occupation from Germany. The bells will ring at 10:00 to symbolize the start of Alderney s Heritage week. Birds & Batteries Boat Tour EVERY WEDNESDAY AND SATURDAY FROM 31ST MARCH 1:45pm TEL: LOCATION: RNLI Car park, Harbour COST: 25 - Adult, 20 - Child Tickets available from Alderney Wildlife Trust View of the most heavily fortified island and its WW2 batteries and anti-tank wall from the sea and discover our sea birds who have now made it home. All listings correct at time of going to press.

22 German Naval Signals HQ - Guided Tour EVERY SATURDAY FROM 31ST MARCH 2:00pm TEL: LOCATION: St Jacques, St Peter Port (by La Collinette Hotel) COST: 4 - ADULTS, CHILDREN WEB: museums.gov.gg Guided tours of the German Naval Signals HQ by the Guernsey Occupation Society every Saturday at 2pm. Normal admission charges apply. Fort Hommet EVERY tuesday & saturday FROM 31ST MARCH 2:00pm - 4:30pm TEL: LOCATION: Fort Hommet - Vazon COST: 3 - Adult, Child Situated in Castel on the North arm of Vazon Bay, a 10.5cm gun casemate is completely restored with the original gun and equipment as used in Occupation, Liberation and Potato Peel Pie - Bicycle Tour EVERY THURSDAY AND SATURDAY FROM 31ST MARCH 2:00pm - 4:30pm CONTACT: Caryn Byrne TEL: LOCATION: Starts at Little Chapel, Ends at Albert Pier COST: (plus 10 for bike hire) enquiries@donkeysdaysout.co.uk web: donkeysdaysout.co.uk Whether you ve read The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society book or not, this is a lovely (if a little challenging) bicycle tour. Cycle through the many places mentioned in the famous book and learn more about Guernsey s occupation by the Germans during WW2. Shrine of the Sacred Heart at Fort Hommet 31ST MARCH, 14TH & 28TH APRIL 2:00pm - 4:30pm LOCATION: Fort Hommet - Vazon COST: Free (donation welcome) web: festung.org.gg The German bunker transformed by shells into a place of peace and worship. Vazon guided walk 31ST MARCH, 2:00pm - 4:30pm For more information please contact the Tourist Information Office: LOCATION: Vazon - Vistas Carpark COST: 8 - No bookings, just turn up web: guidedtours.com Touching on our history, occupation, flora, fauna, fortifications, with stunning views and anecdotal tales, folklore, and more! Sark Commando Day 1st april & 1ST MAY 09:00am sark CONTACT: Ant Ford-Parker LOCATION: TBC Contact Outdoor Guernsey COST: 90 Includes boat and lunch bookings@outdoor.co.uk Full day tour on kayaks or coasteering to Derrible head and following the story of the British commando raid in WW2. RAF Day 1st april, 10:00am LOCATION: Castle Cornet COST: Pay entrance fee at Castle Cornet web: museums.gov.gg Displays and activities to mark the 100th anniversary of the RAF, which was founded on 1st April On that date No.1 Squadron Royal Naval Air Service became 201 Squadron RAF and the Squadron museum within the castle tells the story of a century of service. Normal castle admission times and prices apply. Guernsey Literary & Potato Peel Pie Society - Coach Tour 1st may - 1:30 pm 9TH, 16TH, RD, 30TH april & 7TH MAY - 10:00am Tel: LOCATION: Coach Bay, Liberation Monument COST: from Guernsey Information Centre or ing info@intransit.gg info@intransit.gg Step on board a vintage bus as local Gold Accredited Tour Guide Sylvia Brouard transports you back to the 1940s and occupied Guernsey. Explore various locations in The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society book. There will be opportunities for refreshments along the way.

23 Pleinmont Observation Tower EVERY WEDNESDAY AND SUNDAY FROM 1st april 2:00pm - 4:30pm Tel: LOCATION: Pleinmont point, torteval cost: 3 - Adult, Child Situated in Torteval at Pleinmont, this unique five storey Observation Tower has a commanding view of the South and West Coast. Original Rangefinders can be used. There is also a reconstructed barrack room and Battery Dollman Tour. Hafenschloss Tour EVERY WEDNESDAY AND SUNDAY FROM 1st april 2:00pm Tel: LOCATION: Castle Cornet cost: PAY ENTRANCE FEE AT CASTLE CORNET web: museums.gov.gg Find out more about Castle Cornet Stutzpunkt Hafenschloss during the German Occupation. Explore bunkers, shelters and gun positions and discover how this medieval castle was refortified against sea and air attacks during WW2. Alderney Minibus Tour 1st, 3RD AND 5TH april 2:00pm alderney Tel: LOCATION: Les Roquettes, bottom of Victoria Street cost: 15 to book contact John Horton on either contact detail alderneytours@gmail.com Alderney Minibus Tour will take you on a fascinating trip around the island and back in time. Beaches, Batteries and Bunkers EVERY SUNDAY FROM 1st april 2:00pm - 5:00pm CONTACT: Caryn Byrne Tel: LOCATION: Starts at L'Ancresse Terminus, Ends at L'Eree cost: Adult, Child (plus 10 if hiring) enquiries@donkeysdaysout.co.uk web: donkeysdaysout.co.uk A fabulous, scenic bike ride from the north of the island down the west coast, taking in the beautiful coastal views, punctuated by the relics of German occupation which were left behind. Bringing to life experiences of the locals, slave workers and the German soldiers throughout the Occupation of Guernsey. The Botanical Trust of Guernsey presents food for free from land and sea 2nd april, 1:30pm - 4:30pm CONTACTs: Raymond Evison & Malcolm Cleal Tel: LOCATION: Slipway at Petit Bot Bay cost: 8 Malcolm _ Cleal@hotmail.com web: guidedtours.com Find out what s edible and useful in the wild during April by joining the renowned horticulturalist, All listings correct at time of going to press.

24 Raymond Evison and past Parks and Gardens manager, Malcolm Cleal for a fun and informal land and seashore foraging ramble around the beautiful Petit Bot valley and bay. Bibette Head GUIDED TOUR 2nd april, 2:00pm alderney Tel: LOCATION: Bibette Head cost: 6 - Adult, 3 - Child tickets available from information centre Visit a well-preserved and accessible example of a complex of Bunkers on Alderney with Local Fortification expert Trevor Davenport. Watermill - Walk, talk and on site activity 3rd april, 10:00am ALDERNEY Tel: LOCATION: Meet at Tourgis/ Platte Saline car park cost: Free (donation welcome) tickets available from information centre Discover the Bonne Terre Watermill with a passionate volunteer and get a chance to take part in the on-going work of restoration. The story of the Mill, which started in the 13th century, is not yet finished! Occupation Tour of the Royal Court 3rd, 10TH, 17TH, TH APRIL & 1ST,8TH MAY 6:00pm Tel: (restriction on numbers per tour - contact this number to book a space) LOCATION: Royal Court, st peter port cost: Free Dave.LeRay@gov.gg The tour will include an explanation of the activities of all the modern Courts and will include a presentation on the roles of the Court and also the States of Deliberation during the Occupation, as well as an opportunity to view the historic Royal Charters. German Occupation Lecture at Alderney Museum 3rd april, 6:00pm ALDERNEY Tel: LOCATION: Alderney Museum cost: Free (donation welcome) A slide show on photographs taken on Alderney by the Germans during WW2. Guernsey Society Under Occupation EVERY THURSDAY FROM 2nd april 4:00pm - 5:00pm CONTACT: Richard Heaume Tel: LOCATION: Guernsey Occupation Museum, behind Forest Church cost: 6 - Adult, 3 - Child or Free of charge if already have a ticket from that day Talk at 16:00 "Guernsey Society under Occupation" by the director of the German Occupation Museum. Screen-print your own T-shirt or Bag 4th april & 6TH MAY 9:30am - 11:30am Tel: Location: ruette braye, st peter port cost: Bags or plain T-shirt, - Superhero shirt studio@irisanddora.co.uk Screen printing onto t-shirts or bags. This workshop takes a fun hands on approach to printing. Children (and adults) can design and print a personalised bag or t-shirt themed around the Occupation and Liberation. Please note that children under 9 years will need to be accompanied by an adult.

25 ACTIVITY DAY FOR CHILDREN AT ALDERNEY MUSeuM 4TH april, 10:00am - Midday alderney Tel: LOCATION: Alderney Museum cost: Booking's available at museum info@alderneymuseum.org Weapons of War on the Wall design your own poster to inform, persuade or inspire the public just as they did during WW2. WARTIME TOUR OF Sausmarez Manor 4TH & 11TH april 11:30am - 12:30pm CONTACT: Peter de Sausmarez Tel: LOCATION: Sausmarez Manor cost: Adult, 6.50 Senior Citizen, Student & U14, Free - Under 3 WEB: sausmarezmanor.co.uk Join the Seigneur of Sausmarez Manor, Peter de Sausmarez, as he guides a tour around his historic home. The tour will feature the house's Occupation and post Occupation story, when it was home to Sir Havilland de Sausmarez and his wife Annie and the Manor s link to the bestselling book The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society. about what went on in Herm during WW2 and the years after it s liberation. Part of the walk will be on the cliff path which includes a steep downhill. Please wear suitable footwear. Live History 6TH april, 11:00am ALDERNEY Tel: LOCATION: Alderney Visitor Information Centre COST: Free (Donation welcome) Tickets at Information Centre Meet Miriam, Hira and Beda around a tea and biscuits, listen to their stories and take the opportunity to ask all the questions to those precious witnesses of the Evacuation of Alderney and the Homecoming. Town Walk - PlaceS of interest during the occupation 6TH april, 2:00pm ALDERNEY Tel: LOCATION: Alderney Visitor Information Centre COST: 6 - Adult, 3 - Child tickets available from information centre A gentle, guided walk around the historic centre of St Anne, discover the hidden secrets of the town with an expert guide. Dinner and Cinema Night "An Island Story" 4TH april, 7:30pm ALDERNEY Tel: LOCATION: Braye Beach Hotel COST: 19 - Per Ticket Book using contact details reception@brayebeach.com 2-course dinner followed by the screening of An Island Story in the hotel s private cinema. This unique and highly acclaimed emotional musical tells the tragic story of the island's evacuation in 1940 and the subsequent return of the islanders in 1945/46 to a devastated island. Space limited to a maximum of 20 people. Invasions, propaganda & more 6TH april & 3RD MAY 11:00am - 1:00pm HERM CONTACT: Lesley Bailey Tel: LOCATION: Herm Harbour - Restored Crane COST: 8 Lesleybailey@cwgsy.net WEB: guidedtours.com Lesley Bailey, Herm Island resident and silver accredited guide, will tell you some stories All listings correct at time of going to press. 25

26 The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society Movie Walk EVERY FRIDAY IN april 2:30pm - 4:30pm CONTACT: Carla Bauer Tel: LOCATION: Guernsey Information Centre COST: 10 Carla.Bauer@cwgsy.net WEB: guidedtours.com The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society is a fictional tale but has many references to St Peter Port and life during and post the Occupation. This eclectic town walk tours the locations mentioned in the book and brings to life the fiction amidst the reality of life in Guernsey during that time period and compared to now. HistoryFest - OUR dear Channel Islands 7TH & 8TH april 10:00am - 4:00pm LOCATION: Castle Cornet COST: PAY ENTRANCE FEE AT CASTLE CORNET WEB: museums.gov.gg A two-day festival to remember and celebrate Guernsey history, in particular the 1940s. There will be living history, family activities, tours and talks. For more information visit museums.gov.gg. There will also be information and a small exhibition on Crystal Radio sets. Pembroke guided walk 7TH april, 2:00pm - 4:30pm 5th may, 2:30pm - 4:30pm Tel: (For more information please contact the Tourist Information Office) LOCATION: Pembroke bus stop COST: 8 - No need to book, just turn up WEB: guidedtours.com Touching on our history, occupation, flora, fauna, fortifications, with stunning views and anecdotal tales, folklore, and more! Historical Open air Cinema 7TH april, 6:30pm ALDERNEY Tel: LOCATION: Tourgis Battery No 3 admin@alderneywildlife.org Open air showing of the 3-part Evacuation, War Years and Homecoming documentaries, shown in the stunning setting of Tourgis Battery No 3, with local food cooked on site. If the weather turns the showing will moving indoors inside the rooms of the Battery. Much Ado About History 6TH april, 7:30pm ALDERNEY LOCATION: georgian house Orangery COST: 25 including 2-course dinner info@alderneytheatregroup.com WEB: alderneytheatregroup.com A very special evening of historical entertainment brought to you by the Alderney Theatre Group. More details will be published onalderneytheatregroup.com. To book info@alderneytheatregroup.com The secrets of the Mirus Gun Battery 8TH april, 10:00am - 11:30am CONTACT: Tim Osborne TEL: LOCATION: La Hougette School Carpark COST: 9 germanmilitariaww2@gmail.com WEB: guidedtours.com A tour of one of the four vast German underground batteries that made up the largest gun battery in the Channel Islands. This particular one is the best preserved and shows how much effort went into Hitler s directive of October making Guernsey into an impregnable fortress, including many photographs from the time bringing it to life. 26

27 Take a step back in time with the National Trust of Guernsey 8TH april, 10:00am - 4:00pm Tel: LOCATION: Folk & Costume Museum - Sausmarez Park COST: Free folkmuseumntgsy@cwgsy.net Family friendly event for those wanting to learn and experience the daily lives of the people of Guernsey over the last 250 years. Special open day offerings will include dress up activities, quiz trails, a selection of presentations and hands on sessions highlighting different industries from the islands past. This along with entry to all permanent museum galleries and our traditional sweet and toy shop along with a special selection of local stalls in our courtyard for the day. The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society - What is all the fuss about? 8TH & 11TH april 10:30am - 2:00pm tel: LOCATION: Coach Bay, Liberation Monument, call if you need collection from hotel (charges may apply) cost: 20 per seat Sales@icw.gg The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society is an international bestselling novel set in Guernsey during the Occupation. This tour is for those that have heard something about the book but have not had the chance to read it and visit some of the locations described in the book. Moulin Huet in Occupation 8TH, 11TH, TH april & 2ND, 5TH MAY - 2:00pm 15TH APRIL - 10:00AM CONTACT: Korinne Le Page Tel: LOCATION: Old Mill Bus stop, St Martin's COST: 8 Korinne _ lepage@yahoo.com WEB: guidedtours.com This stunning walk, takes in events of the German Occupation and how these affected the Valley. We will stop at the derelict cottage, originally a Watch House which was once painted by Renior and picnicked by Victor Hugo, that was eventually destroyed by the German forces. The walk will also stop Moulin Huet Tearooms for refreshments. In defence of L'Ancresse 8TH april, 2:00pm - 4:30pm CONTACT: Andy Walker Tel: LOCATION: Pembroke bay car park - Opposite the Golf Club COST: 8 andrewwalker@sur .gg WEB: guidedtours.com A tour of the defences of `Ankerbucht` as L`Ancresse was called by the Germans. With anti-tank walls, bunkers, tobruk pits and more. Includes a visit to the Command Post of Flak Batterie Dolmen. A powerful torch and good footwear is essential. Alderney's Lighthouse Tour EVERY SUNDAY FROM 8TH april 3:00pm alderney Tel: LOCATION: Trinity Lighthouse, Quesnard Point COST: 4 - Adult, 3 - Child Explore Alderney s lighthouse with a tour climbing the 120 steps to the top and find out the role played by Trinity House in the evacuation of the people of Alderney during WW2. All listings correct at time of going to press. 27

28 Lantern Making 10TH april, 9:30am - 11:30am Tel: location: ruette braye, st peter port COST: STUDIO@IRISANDDORA.CO.UK Come and spend a creative morning at Iris & Dora by creating your very own 1940 s styled Lantern. This workshop is suitable for ages 4yrs upwards, although under 9 s will need a little bit of extra help from an adult as there are a couple of tricky bits! Evacuation, Occupation, Liberation and Potato Peel Pie guided walk 11TH & 25TH april 2:00pm CONTACT: Gill Girard Tel: (Booking Preferred on phone) LOCATION: Liberation Monument - next to the clocktower cost: 10 Gillgirard@yahoo.co.uk WEB: guidedtours.com Walk around the fascinating streets, steps and alleyways of St Peter Port whilst hearing about life in Guernsey during the Occupation. Gill was the guide to the film crew and director during their preparation for the Potato Peel Pie film and has many personal family stories both from those evacuated and occupied. Guernesiais taster sessions 14TH AND st april 10:00am - Midday TEL: LOCATION: Guille-AllÈs Library COST: 8 janmarquis@sur .gg Learn some of Guernsey's fascinating language. Both sessions are the same and booking is essential. L'Eree guided walk 14TH april, 2:30pm - 4:30pm Tel: (For more information please contact the Tourist Information Office) LOCATION: Fort Hommet - Vazon COST: 8 - No need to book, just turn up Touching on our history, occupation, flora, fauna, fortifications, with stunning views and anecdotal tales, folklore, and more! Beau Cinema HeRiTage Film Week starts 14th-20th april 7:30pm Tel: LOCATION: Beau sejour leisure centre, st peter port COST: 5.50 WEB: tickets.gg A week of WW2 inspired films. Guernsey Clematis Nursery 13TH april, 6:00pm - 7:30pm CONTACT: Raymond Evison LOCATION: Guernsey Clematis Nursery COST: 9.50 PER PERSON, 7.50 FOR RHS MEMBERS revison@me.com Open evening at Raymond Evison's famous Clematis Nursery. Everyone receives a free Guernsey Clematis. 28

29 The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society - Where fiction meets fact 15TH, 18TH, ND & 25TH april 10:30am - 2:00pm Tel: LOCATION: Coach Bay, Liberation Monument, call if you need collection from hotel (charges may apply) COST: 20 per seat Sales@icw.gg The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society is an international bestselling novel set in Guernsey during the Occupation. Learn more about this period of the island's history. Visit locations described in the book. Learn more about the experiences of islanders during these difficult times. Hiding in Plain Sight 15TH april & 6TH MAY 2:00pm - 4:45pm CONTACT: Rosalyne Le Huray Tel: LOCATION: Odeon Carpark, Upland Road COST: for Naval Signals rosalynelehuray@yahoo.co.uk WEB: guidedtours.com See where two brave Guernsey men serving in the British Forces were hidden when they came back to spy on the enemy. A valuable gold chalice is safely hidden but when the Vicar & Curate are deported in 1942, where do you find a replacement Priest? The new Priest in charge has a brave past & a secret radio but the Germans must not find out! Also includes a visit to the German Naval Signals HQ. The Military History of L'Ancresse & Pembroke 15TH april, 3:00pm - 5:30pm CONTACT: Tim Osborne Tel: LOCATION: Pembroke Carpark COST: 9 germanmilitariaww2@gmail.com WEB: guidedtours.com This tour takes in the area between Fort Le Marchant and Fort Pembroke and focuses on the important and interesting military history of this area from the late 18th Century to the German Occupation during the Second World War. There are many period photographs to help visualise the past. The walk ends with a visit inside a newly opened-up antiaircraft German command bunker. Children of the Occupation - Gillian Mawson 15TH april, 2:00pm CONTACT: Gillian Mawson LOCATION: Duke of Richmond COST: TBC Join social historian and Evacuee Community Group Leader, Gilliam Mawson, for a vintage afternoon tea and conversation in the eclectic surroundings of the Duke of Richmond Hotel as she talks about the life of Guernsey Evacuees as they travelled to Stockport at the outbreak of WW2. The Priaulx Library will also bring along duplicates of wartime papers and documents, helping bring their story to life. Guests are invited to dress in 1940s style clothes! Marching through History 16TH, 30TH april & 7TH MAY 2:00pm - 4:30pm CONTACT: Jacqueline Ward TEL: LOCATION: Bathing Pools - Belvedere Point COST: 8 ward.jacqueline@rocketmail.com WEB: guidedtours.com March through History from Havelet Bay to Clarence Battery. Learn about the Guernsey Militia, the presence of the British Military since 1254, the German Occupation of Fort George as well as stories behind some of the deaths of German Soldiers in the Fort George Military Cemetery and ending at the walk at Belvedere tunnel. Kayak Commando Day 17TH & 29TH april 1:00pm CONTACT: Ant Ford-Parker TEL: LOCATION: TBC Contact Outdoor GuernSey COST: 25 bookings@outdoor.co.uk Follow in the footsteps of heroic Guernsey-man and member of the Royal Hampshire Regiment, Hubert Nicolle, who was tasked with learning more about the island under German control. On 8 July 1940 he landed by canoe under the cover of darkness on a dangerous three day fact-finding mission. This led him being dubbed 'The First Commando'. All listings correct at time of going to press. 29

30 Guernsey Tapestry - Taste of Guernsey 18TH april & 3RD MAY 7:00pm Tel: LOCATION: The Guernsey Tapestry & St James Café COST: 20 - book in advance, call St James on WEB: tapestry.org.gg A welcoming drink on arrival. Entry into the Tapestry Gallery which will be manned by Islanders with connections to or experience of the Occupation. Then at 7.45pm, head upstairs to St James café for a 3 course Taste of Guernsey supper, including dishes such as Bean Jar, Potato Peel Pie and Gache Melee. Beer Pairing Night 19TH april, 7:30pm Tel: LOCATION: The Lions Den - Golden Lion COST: 40 per head (7 drinks + 7 taster plates) - quiz in-between courses enquiries@whiterockbrewery.gg WEB: whiterockbrewery.gg Beer Pairing evening with White Rock Brewery, get your taste buds tingling as the team from White Rock pair a host of world beers with a variety of historic recipes. OCCUPATION/LIBERATION Guille-AllÈs Library OPEN DAY ST april, 08:45am - 5:30pm Tel: LOCATION: Guille-AllÈs Library COST: Free ga@library.gg WEB: library.gg Join the Guille-Allès Library for a day of Occupation and Liberation themed activities for all the family in the Library. the 18th Century. View the German Occupation through the eyes of Paul Piniel, a conscripted soldier in the German Army, and how he survived in the later months of the occupation. Dr Gilly Carr - Resisters: heroes or villains of the occupation? ST april, 2:30pm TEL: LOCATION: OGH COST: 29, includes 5 charity donation meetingsandevents@theoghhotel.com Come to the OGH and enjoy some afternoon tea and listen to Cambridge University lecturer Dr Gilly Carr talk about the Resisters, Heroes or Villains of the Occupation. 5 donation will be going towards Dr Gilly Carr s charity of choice the Salvation Army in memory of Marie Ozanne. Pleinmont guided walk ST april, 2:30pm - 4:30pm Tel: (For more information please contact the Tourist Information Office) LOCATION: L'Eree Hotel bus stop COST: 8 - No need to book, just turn up WEB: guidedtours.com Touching on our history, occupation, flora, fauna, fortifications, with stunning views and anecdotal tales, folklore, and more! Ready or Not ST, TH april & 1ST, 5TH, 8TH MAY, 1:30pm - 3:00pm CONTACT: Eric Grimsley TEL: LOCATION: Vista's Kiosk - Vazon COST: 11 e.grimsley@cwgsy.net WEB: guidedtours.com Exploring Houmet headland through the eyes of Captain Basset who was overseeing the building of the fortifications of the headland at the end of 30

31 The WW2 History of the Jerbourg Peninsula nd april, 9:30am - Midday CONTACT: Tim Osborne TEL: LOCATION: Car park opposite the Jerbourg Hotel COST: 9 germanmilitariaww2@gmail.com WEB: guidedtours.com This tour is a circular walk around the Jerbourg headland and focuses on the history of this area since pre-historic times, but primarily on the WW2 German fortifications of this area, including stories of the first British commando raids of WW2. There are plenty of period photographs to help bring the past to life. Look out Pleinmont nd, 26TH april & 4TH, 6TH MAY 1:00pm CONTACT: Ant Ford-Parker TEL: LOCATION: Contact outdoor COST: 25 bookings@outdoor.co.uk Walk tour will take in a number of unusual well known and little known Fortifications and Watch towers like Batterie Dollman, MP4 L Angle and Mont Herault watchtower from unusual perspectives. The tours will end with an optional abseil off MP4 or a visit to Creux Mahie Cave. Hitler's Island Madness nd april, 2:00pm - 4:45pm CONTACT: Andy Walker Tel: LOCATION: La Hougette School Car park COST: 8 andrewwalker@sur .gg web: guidedtours.com A walk around 3 of the Island`s major gun batteries from WW2. Scharnhorst, Mirus, and Radetzsky, including their ancillary positions. Please wear sturdy footwear and bring a good torch. 50 years and counting th april, 5:30pm - 7:30pm TEL: LOCATION: Folk and Costume Museum - Saumarez Park COST: 8, 6 - National Trust Member folkmuseumntgsy@cwgsy.net Get a special in-depth tour around the National Trust of Guernsey Folk & Costume Museum as part of their 50th anniversary year celebrations. The Museum Curator will take you on a detailed run through of the museum displays, giving unique behind the scenes insights. Tour includes a slice of Guernsey Gâche and a drink of Cider/Apple Juice. Panzers over Petit Bot nd april & 1ST, 8TH MAY 2:00pm CONTACT: Korinne Le Page TEL: LOCATION: La Trelade Hotel, Forest Rd, Saint Martin, GY4 6UB COST: 8 Korinne _ lepage@yahoo.com web: guidedtours.com A gentle ramble through the lanes of the oldest and most peaceful Canton of west St Martins. Walking through the leafy lanes, past beautiful old Guernsey farmhouses and cottages, who would have thought that in the not-too-distant past, there were German tanks hidden in the valleys of St Martin s? The occupying German forces included the small, but formidable, Panzer Tank Force that was stationed there. This was the Second Company of Panzer Abteiling 3, under the command of Major Lecht, who had travelled separately from the First Company to avoid frequent RAF air raids. The Panzer platoons were regarded by German troops as a more elite division. All listings correct at time of going to press. 31

32 White Rock Brewery open day 26th april & 3RD MAY Midday - 1:00pm, 1:00pm - 2:00pm, 2:00pm - 3:00pm Tel: LOCATION: Unit 6, Dysons Complex, Southside, St Sampsons COST: 15 per head (booking on the contact details) enquiries@whiterockbrewery.gg A blast from the past, visit White Rock Brewery as they brew forgotten recipes. Beer has been a staple part of civilisation for many years, and here at White Rock Brewery we like to be challenged, as such we have dug through the archives to create a beer that islanders would have made during darker times. La Ribotrie 27TH april, 7:30pm LOCATION: location to be announced onlanguage.gg COST: TBC WEB: language.gg The native language of Guernsey, Guernesiais (JEHR-nez-yay), is at the heart of this community evening. You can order your drink at the bar in the language and join in with new and traditional songs. No prior knowledge of the language is required as help is provided. There will be a range of dances from Guernsey and France. Including a small buffet of French and Guernsey snacks. The Little Chapel - A Labour of Love 28TH & 29TH april 10:30am - 12:30pm, 2:00pm - 4:00pm Tel: LOCATION: Coach Bay, Liberation Monument (call if you need collection from hotel, charges may apply) COST: Free (request that you donate to the Little Chapel foundation whilst visiting) Sales@icw.gg The Little Chapel is a work of art. In The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society, Dawsey took Juliet to "a tiny church - every inch of which is a mosaic of broken china and smashed pottery". Find out about the history of this iconic site from our driver and guides. Batterie Mirus 28th april, 2:00pm - 5:00pm location: Rue De L Arquet, St Saviours (Park at La Hougette School and follow the directions) COST: Free (donation welcome) web: A tour of one of the Batterie Mirus gun emplacements and outer defences. Jerbourg guided walk 28th april, 2:30pm - 4:30pm Tel: (For more information please contact the Tourist Information Office) LOCATION: Jerbourg - Hotel Jerbourg COST: 8 - No need to book, just turn up web: guidedtours.com Touching on our history, occupation, flora, fauna, fortifications, with stunning views and anecdotal tales, folklore and more! The German Defences of St Sampson 29th april, 10:00am - 12:30pm CONTACT: Andy Walker Tel: LOCATION: Vale Castle - Carpark COST: 8 andrewwalker@sur .gg web: guidedtours.com Starting from Vale Castle, this tour of the Bridge and surrounding areas focuses on WW2 fortifications. Tour includes Mont Crevelt Fort, previously not open to the general public. 32

33 Living off the land 29th april, 10:00am - 4:00pm TEL: LOCATION: Victorian Walled Kitchen Garden, SAUMAREZ PARK COST: Adult , Children under , Children under 5 - free events@walledgarden.gg In recognition of the book Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society, discover what it was like to live off the land during the Occupation. The day includes competitions, games, live musical entertainment and food stalls. Indulge yourselves in our version of the Roast Pig Dinner and admire the creative entries for the inaugural Potato Peel Pie competition. Occupation themed dinner at the Bella Luce Hotel 4th may, 7:30pm TEL: LOCATION: Bella Luce Hotel, La Fosse, St Martins, Guernsey, GY4 6EB COST: TBC web: bellalucehotel.com Dress in your finest 40s clothes and enjoy a night of locally-produced gin tasting and a luxurious spin on an Occupation menu. Features Wheadon s Gin and a menu based on the foundations of The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society book. Kamp Kapers 5th may, 1:00pm - 2:00pm LOCATION: Town Square, St Peter Port cost: Free info@ghaic.org During the Occupation, most British-born residents in the Channel Islands were deported to Biberach internment camp in south-eastern Germany. This play is set in 1944 on the stage of the Biberach camp theatre where an older woman and a younger girl are starting to rehearse a variety show. There is some audience participation. Stp. Rotenstein 5th may, 2:00pm - 5:00pm LOCATION: Fort Hommet - Vazon COST: Free (donation welcome) WEB: festung.org.gg A tour of the fortifications on the headland. Park in lower car park and follow the arrows. Ship & Crown goes back to nd may - 9TH MAY 12:45pm - 00:45am LOCATION: Ship and Crown pub, St Peter Port seafront web: liberationgroup.com Step back in time and experience the 1940 s by visiting what was once The Crown Hotel, one of the locations referenced in The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society book/movie. Now a popular pub, it was also the German Naval Headquarters during the Occupation so come down and experience the events and activities over the week. occupation-themed mini food festival 5th & 6th may, various times TEL: LOCATION: various, see website COST: various, see website info@taste.gg web: info@taste.gg This two day celebration of our wartime past includes a dinner at the five star Old Government House Hotel and a hog roast in the picturesque Fauxquets Valley, home to Rocquette Cider. The Piers in St Peter Port will be transformed into a sea of stalls offering people the chance to experience first-hand wartime recipes and local dishes. All listings correct at time of going to press. 33

34 Guernsey Information Centre - Open Day 6th may, 10:00am - 1:00pm TEL: LOCATION: Guernsey Information Centre COST: Free enquiries@visit.com Learn about what life was like for islanders during the Second World War at the GIC Occupation Open Day. Taste wartime recipes, view photos taken during the Occupation and even transport yourself back in time using Virtual Reality technology to hear real life experiences. There will also be the chance to meet local author Molly Bihet, who tells of her experiences of living in Guernsey during the Occupation. She will be signing her books A Child s War and Reflections of Guernsey between 10am and 11am. Restoring island heritage tour with the National Trust of Guernsey 6th may, 10:00am - 3:00pm TEL: LOCATION: Les Caches Farm, Forest COST: Suggested 2.00 donation folkmuseumntgsy@cwgsy.net web: nationaltrust.gg Take this opportunity to get a guided tour of a rare example of a traditional 15th century Guernsey farmhouse that is being restored by the National Trust of Guernsey using traditional methods. The tour focuses on the development of Les Caches Farm site throughout its life from medieval family home, Victorian barn complex, its fate during the island s World War 2 occupation, falling into disrepair in the second half of the 20th century and its ongoing fate in the st century under the National Trust of Guernsey. Batterie General Oberst Dollman 6th may, 1:30pm - 4:30pm CONTACT: Ian Breheut TEL: LOCATION: La Tregale, Pleinmont. (Opposite the Scrambles Track) COST: Free (donation welcome) Guernsey Armouries stage a living history display at the restored cm gun emplacement. The canon will be fired on the hour. Stutzpunkt Langenburg 6th may, 2:00pm - 4:30pm CONTACT: Andy Walker TEL: LOCATION: L'Eree car park (opposite Taste of India) COST: 8 andrewwalker@sur .gg web: guidedtours.com A walk around the German defences at L`Eree headland. Strongpoint long hill to the Germans. We will see trenches, mine markers, and an antitank bunker plus much more. Evacuee Sunday Ship & Crown goes back to th may, 12:45pm - 00:45am LOCATION: Ship and Crown, Sea Front, St Peter Port web: liberationgroup.com Find out more about the Occupation from those who lived through it. The Ship & Crown will be hosting a very special event so you can listen to first-hand accounts of those who were evacuated, and those who were left behind. Informal event, free entry, no booking required, simply pop in for a pint, lunch or afternoon tea. Molly Bihet - A Child's War 7th may, 2:00pm Tel: location: Les Cotils - Carol Hindes Room COST: Free (includes refreshments) web: lescotils.com Join local author Molly Bihet as she talks about her first-hand experience of life under German rule during the Occupation of the Island. No booking required. Liberation Special 8th may, 10:00am - Midday CONTACT: Gill Girard Tel: (Booking Preferred on phone) LOCATION: Liberation Monument cost: 10 Gillgirard@yahoo.co.uk WEB: guidedtours.com Walk through St Peter Port whilst listening to Gold accredited guide Gill Girard talk about our local history and her family's memories of the Occupation, with many references to the Potato Peel Pie book and her unique time spent with the film crews. Relax at the end of the walk at the historic Ship and Crown with a taste of local produce. 34

35 Liberation Day 9th may, 9:00am - 11:00pm LOCATION: ISLAND-WIDE, MAIN ACTIVITY IN ST PETER PORT WEB: liberationday.com Liberation Day is an island-wide celebration and a public holiday marking the Island s freedom from the German Occupation in WW2. Main activities centre around St Peter Port seafront and include a military cavalcade, a church service and parade, a fireworks display over Castle Cornet and much more. Echoes of Occupation and Liberation 10th may, 11:15am sark Tel: LOCATION: Creux Harbour, Sark cost: 8 - Booking at Sark Visitor Centre or contact details office@sark.co.uk Though evidence of Occupation in Sark is less apparent than its sister islands, its Occupation began on July 3rd 1940 when two German officers landed at Creux Harbour and ended on 10th May 1945, one day later than Jersey and Guernsey. The walk takes in buildings which played a significant part in the Occupation. Strong footwear is advisable. Castle Cornet - Live Music 9th may, 2:00pm - 6:00pm LOCATION: Castle Cornet COST: Free Sark Liberation Day 10th may, All day sark Tel: LOCATION: Sark cost: Free office@sark.co.uk Sark celebrates its Liberation the day after Guernsey on 10th May. Come and join us in celebrating this special day. Events to be announced. Our special guests will include the Chelsea Pensioners and Gurkhas. The Guernsey Literary Festival Thurs 10th May - Sunday 13th May The Guernsey Literary Festival is fast establishing itself as one of the island s great arts events. If you like books and you like islands this could be your perfect book festival starter. Guernsey s 2018 Festival will continue to extend its list of quality speakers; novelists, dramatists, poets, commentators; something for everyone. More details available on literaryfestival.com. All listings correct at time of going to press. 35

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