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October 20, 2026

Charities invited to apply for 2027 Saffery Rotary Walk funding

Good Morning Guernsey — 2026-10-20

Applications now open for Bailiwick charities to receive funding from the 2027 Saffery Rotary Walk, with deadline of 30 November More than 1,000 walkers...
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Charities invited to apply for 2027 Saffery Rotary Walk funding

Charities invited to apply for 2027 Saffery Rotary Walk funding

• Applications now open for Bailiwick charities to receive funding from the 2027 Saffery Rotary Walk, with deadline of 30 November More than 1,000 walkers raised over £100,000 in 2026, with sixteen local charities receiving funding Every penny raised goes to charities as Saffery Trust covers all event costs, with sponsorship extended to 2029 2026 beneficiaries included Autism Guernsey, Guernsey Bereavement Service,

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Today in Guernsey

Cloudy with rain petering out around mid-morning.

Local
12°C
Heavy drizzle · High 14° · Low 11°
Wind
9mph
Moderate
Next High Tide
14:29
6.5m
Sources
35
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Local news · 11 stories

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Here's the local news from the past 24 hours, made easy to digest.

Dementia Friendly Guernsey launches virtual tour of St Peter Port
The Quarry - Independent news from Guernsey · Local news · yesterday

Dementia Friendly Guernsey launches virtual tour of St Peter Port

• Dementia Friendly Guernsey has launched a free virtual tour of St Peter Port featuring familiar landmarks and locations across the capital The online resource includes prompts, questions and activities designed to encourage reminiscence and social interaction The tour features Castle Cornet, the Harbour, the Market, Hauteville House, the Liberation Monument and other landmark sites The project was produced in partner

100 donations… and counting!
Bailiwick Express - Guernsey News · Local news · yesterday

100 donations… and counting!

• There was cause to celebrate at the hospital last week as Mikael Appelqvist made his 100th donation of platelets.
• He is believed to be the most prolific platelets donor in Guernsey – helping to supply the 60 units of platelets that are transfused into patients at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital each year.

New ED lead doctor appointed
Bailiwick Express Guernsey · Local news · yesterday

New ED lead doctor appointed

• Dr Nick Branch has been appointed as the new Clinical Lead for the Emergency Department at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital.
• Starting on 1 December, Dr Branch will be replacing Dr Mat Dorrian as he moves into his new role as the Bailiwick's Medical Director later this year.

Residents object to plans for more houses on Steam Mill Lane
Bailiwick Express - Guernsey News · Local news · yesterday

Residents object to plans for more houses on Steam Mill Lane

• A proposed housing development on the border of St Peter Port and St Martin's has been described as "entirely wrong" by a growing number of residents who are banding together in their objection.

Mourant strengthens Guernsey funds team with new Director
Bailiwick Express Guernsey · Local news · yesterday

Mourant strengthens Guernsey funds team with new Director

• Mourant has appointed a new director in Guernsey within its Governance Services business.
• Scott Sebire has more than 15 years’ experience across the international funds and financial services industry, including leading finance, fund operations, governance and strategic initiatives for complex cross-border structures.

Anglers warned after litter and minor damage at Guernsey's main harbour
Island FM Guernsey News · Local news · yesterday

Anglers warned after litter and minor damage at Guernsey's main harbour

• Guernsey Ports say abandoned fishing tackle has got tangled in boats, harbour property and wildlife.

Guernsey FC battle back to continue winning run
BBC News - Guernsey · Local news · yesterday

Guernsey FC battle back to continue winning run

• Guernsey FC manager Tony Vance praises the character of his side as they come from a goal down to beat Little Common 2-1.

Guernsey leaders focus on turning AI into business advantage
Channel Eye - Channel Islands business news · Local news · yesterday

Guernsey leaders focus on turning AI into business advantage

• Guernsey business leaders have shared how they are harnessing artificial intelligence to create competitive advantage, improve productivity and help island organisations scale.
• The information was shared at an Institute of Directors (IoD) Guernsey panel event hosted by Skipton International at its St Peter Port headquarters.

Appleby recognised across Crown Dependencies in Chambers UK 2027
Channel Eye - Channel Islands business news · Local news · yesterday

Appleby recognised across Crown Dependencies in Chambers UK 2027

• Law firm Appleby has received 13 firm rankings and 30 individual rankings across the Isle of Man, Guernsey and Jersey in the Chambers UK Guide 2027.
• The firm, which has offices in all three Crown Dependencies, retained Band 1 rankings in the Isle of Man for Corporate & Finance, Dispute Resolution and Employment.

Ports calls for responsible fishing around harbour
BBC News - Guernsey · Local news · yesterday

Ports calls for responsible fishing around harbour

• It says most anglers use the harbour responsibly but there had been several incidents recently.

Those living with Dementia in Guernsey can take a virtual walk down memory lane
Island FM Guernsey News · Local news · 4 days ago

Those living with Dementia in Guernsey can take a virtual walk down memory lane

• Dementia Friendly Guernsey has made a video that includes prompts encouraging conversation and reminiscence

Local utility · Practical note

Today in Guernsey

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Public notices and resident checks

Council, planning, travel and official-source items that make this edition useful beyond the headlines.

Official notice: New rental deposit scheme to help more islanders secure a home. Source: States of Guernsey media releases. Open the linked item for the full Guernsey context and latest details. Open source ->Official notice: Dissolution of Hedosophia Sustainable Technologies L.P.. NOTICE TO LA GAZETTE OFFICIELLE "The Limited Partnerships (Guernsey) Law, 1995, as amended (the "Law") Hedosophia Sustainable Technologies L.P. (registration... Open source ->Official notice: Partners Group Access 6011 (GSY), L.P. (registration number 5279). NOTICE TO LA GAZETTE OFFICIELLE "The Limited Partnerships (Guernsey) Law, 1995 (as amended) (the "Law") Partners Group Access 6011 (GSY), L.P. (registration... Open source ->Official notice: "The Limited Partnerships (Guernsey) Law, 1995 (as amended) (the "Law") Partners Group Zermatt Access (Guernsey), L.P. Inc. (registration number 3385). NOTICE TO LA GAZETTE OFFICIELLE "The Limited Partnerships (Guernsey) Law, 1995 (as amended) (the "Law") Partners Group Zermatt Access (Guernsey), L.P. Inc.... Open source ->Official notice: The Limited Partnerships (Guernsey) Law, 1995 (as amended) (the "Law") Partners Group Element, L.P. Inc. (registration number 3225) Notice is hereby given. NOTICE TO LA GAZETTE OFFICIELLE "The Limited Partnerships (Guernsey) Law, 1995 (as amended) (the "Law") Partners Group Element, L.P. Inc. (registration number... Open source ->
Tide Table · Today

Tides · St Peter Port

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01:33
▲ High
6.2m
08:08
▼ Low
4.6m
14:29
▲ High
6.5m
21:03
▼ Low
4.2m
What's On · 42 items

What's on: next 14 days

A quick-view of 42 priority public listings from 42 tracked events over the next 14 days. Tap any item for the source and full details.

22 Oct · Camilla's at The Mill, GuernseySTEP Next Gen - Future Ready - October 202623 Oct · Beau Sejour Leisure Centre, GuernseyAI Innovation Expo23 OctBeyond 1066: the legacy of the Norman Conquest23 Oct · Ktea Kombucha, GuernseyThe Big Eat - KTea Live Ferment Brewery Tours21 Oct at 18:30Celebrating Guernsey24 Oct · St James Concert and Assembly Hall, GuernseyThe Big Band Collective presents… MONSTER MASH21 OctCocktail masterclasses at Balthazar24 OctBiodiversity Law and Governance Day 202624 Oct at 19:00Gala Dinner with Celebrity Chef Ching-He Huang at China Red24 Oct · SULA Framing & Gallery, St. SampsonsSarnia Arts & Crafts Winter Exhibition24 Oct–1 NovHallowe’en Afternoon Tea at the OGH25 Oct · Mojito Cocktail Bar (opposite Town Bus Terminus), GuernseyLearn to Dance Salsa with Heidi in Guernsey24 Oct at 11:00Souper Spooky Saturday27 Oct · The Bathing Pools Café, GuernseyThink & Drink October Edition24 Oct at 12:30Free Cooking Demonstration with Celebrity Chef Ching-He Huang27 Oct(ONLINE) Women on the Move with Ann Patchett24 Oct at 19:00Les Rocquettes 5-Course Menu & Sparkling Tea Pairing with Kooky Lifestyle28 Oct–1 Nov; 29 Oct–31 Oct · St James Concert and Assembly Hall, GuernseyThe Ultimate Global Collection Festival VIP Experience25 OctFilipino Night at the Ship & Crown30 Oct · Albert Pier, GuernseyHalloween - The Ghost Train25 Oct at 18:00Big Eat Sundays with Live Music at the Rocky31 Oct · Albert Pier, GuernseyTrick or Treat Train25 OctKaraoke Night at the Ship & Crown31 Oct · Vale Church Hall, GuernseyHome-Start Halloween Party26 OctOctober Half Term Holiday Club | Art for Guernsey31 Oct · St John Church Hall, St Peter PortVirtual Reality Halloween Haunted House26 Oct at 09:00Guernsey Dairy Tour Experience2 Nov · Kings Premier Health Club, GuernseyBoard effectiveness in the age of AI27 Oct at 19:15A Friends of Priaulx Library Talk: Policing in Guernsey during WW228 Oct'Get Shucked' - a Balthazar Seafood Experience with Guernsey & Herm Oysters28 Oct at 18:00Japanese Calligraphy Evening Workshop | October29 Oct at 18:00Dinner with Live Jazz: Glenn Holmes29 OctA Taste of Spain - Tinto & La Reunion29 OctSpooky Quiz Night29 Oct at 18:00Curry Night at The Deerhound30 Oct at 18:00Dinner with Live Jazz: The Likely Lads featuring Eloise Fabbri31 OctHalloween Party at Balthazar31 OctHalloween Party at The Ship and Crown31 Oct at 10:00Tunnel of Terror - Family Halloween Event31 Oct at 12:00Halloween Family Fun Day31 Oct at 19:00Tunnel of Terror - Escape the Zombies2 NovLiberation Festival of Laughs
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Guernsey: A history of the Channel Islands

From Neolithic dolmens to the modern States: the long view of the islands.

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The German Occupation of Guernsey, in print

The island's defining five years, through memoirs and histories worth shelf space.

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Guernsey: Sea-swimming changing robe

For Cobo, Havelet and Fermain dips without the car-seat towel routine.

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Did You Know · local trivia

A small local fact

Horticulture was once one of Guernsey's defining export industries.

Local Fact · Did you know

Did you know? · Guernsey

Neighbouring Sark, part of the Bailiwick of Guernsey, bans cars and remained the last feudal state in the Western world until reforming its government in 2008.

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Today · Outlook

The shape of the day ahead

Cloudy with rain petering out around mid-morning. Wind 9 mph. Highs of 14°C.

Until tomorrow morning Have a lovely day.
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