Guernsey soil, Madeiran tiles, and autistic chaos: International art show puts island life under the microscope
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Guernsey soil, Madeiran tiles, and autistic chaos: International art show puts island life under the microscope
• They might sound like a trio of albums from a local folk music group.
• But they are just three of the very different ways artists are exploring island life in a new international exhibition at the Art for Guernsey Gallery, curated by Art for Guernsey.
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 | Bailiwick Express - Guernsey News · Local news · yesterday Lights, Cannon, Action: Film fans given chance to step aboard ship before seeing it on silver screen• Pictured: Gael García Bernal in 'Magellan'. (Janus Films) The last thing you want when you're aboard a 16th-century sailing ship is to be shot. |
 | Bailiwick Express Guernsey · Local news · yesterday Where’s my glasses, ref? Specsavers makes sure young footballers don’t lose sight of the goal• Pictured: Ross Allen from the Guernsey FA, Seth Whitchurch and Matt Thourne from Specsavers. |
 | Channel Eye - Channel Islands business news · Local news · yesterday Guernsey Post to end UK air delivery service after low uptake• Guernsey Post has announced that its three-month trial of Special Delivery by Air to the UK will conclude following the final scheduled flight on 2 October, after a review showed most customers chose alternative sea-based services. |
 | BBC News - Guernsey · Local news · yesterday Guernsey beat Jersey to win historic league meeting• Guernsey beat rivals Jersey 36-19 to win their first league meeting in more than 30 years. |
 | BBC News - Guernsey · Local news · yesterday Guernsey knocked out of FA Vase after Roffey loss• Guernsey FC are knocked out of the FA Vase after losing 2-1 at home to Southern Combination Premier Division rivals Roffey. |
 | Island FM Guernsey News · Local news · 2 days ago Channel Islands Pride: What's on where?• The Channel Islands Pride Parade is in Guernsey for 2026, and there's lots to do whether you're walking in the Parade or cheering from the sidelines. |
 | The Quarry - Independent news from Guernsey · Local news · 5 days ago Guernsey approves £50,000 emergency aid for Nepal flood victims• Overseas Aid & Development Commission approves £50,000 emergency relief award for Nepal flood victims Funding will be channelled through ShelterBox to provide emergency shelter and essential household items Flash floods have caused widespread destruction, forcing families from homes and disrupting essential services ShelterBox is an established partner of the Commission with previous emergency relief funding experien |
 | The Quarry - Independent news from Guernsey · Local news · 4 days ago GFSC proposes 4.3% fee increase in line with Bailiwick inflation• GFSC proposes 4.3% overall fee increase from 1 January 2027, in line with Bailiwick inflation Insurance sector to receive one-off 17% rebate on annual fees following significant 2026 enforcement penalty Amendments proposed to Lending, Credit and Finance Law fees to improve clarity for custodians Consultation runs until 6 October 2026, with responses accepted via Engagement Hub or email Proposed fees align with Financ |
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14 Sep · Guernsey Indoor Bowls Centre, GuernseyGuernsey Indoor Bowling Association - Adult Beginner Tuition Course
14 Sep · The Old Government House Hotel & Spa, St Peter PortLL01: Onshoring Trusts for Ethical Reasons
15 SepLiving Well With Anxiety - with Dr Sian Williams
18 Sep · St Martins Community Centre, GuernseyCharity Quiz Night 2026 with Ploughman's Supper
13 Sep at 10:30Unveiling History inside the German Underground Hospital
20 Sep · The Princess Royal Centre for Performing Arts, St Peter PortThe Farm Shop Conversations - Farming Guernsey 2026
13 Sep at 14:307 Lamps, a few Bills and a Kidnap
21 SepOut of Area, Out of Mind? Beyond Boundaries
13 Sep at 16:00A Tour of the WW2 Mirus Gun Battery
21 SepWhen Trying Harder Isn’t Working: Get Unstuck - Free LIVE Virtual Session
23 SepOEUK Medical Examiners Quality Seminar - 23 September 2026
14 Sep at 10:00Fort George defender of our freedoms for over 250 years excepting 1940-45! 81st year of Liberation
15 Sep at 10:30From Neolithic to Liberation - 7,000 Years in 2 Hours
15 Sep at 14:00Lihou Island Adventure - a journey by foot to the smallest Island of the Bailiwick
17 Sep at 10:30Hidden Gems of Guernsey
17 Sep at 10:00Traditional Spinning Demonstrations
18 Sep at 10:00Explore the Town's Outback! NEW
19 Sep at 11:15Sark, on the South Side
20 Sep at 10:30Defiance, Danger & Liberation
21 Sep at 10:30A Jolly Stroll with Captain Bryan of the Guernsey Privateer Papillon
21 Sep at 14:00A Proper Victorian Stroll NEW
23 Sep at 17:30Fitness & Health Expo
23 SepSix Fest Herm
23 Sep at 10:30Beneath the Surface: The Hidden Heritage of St Saviour’s Church NEW
23 Sep at 14:00From Sugar to Candie NEW
25 Sep at 17:30A Pre-Supper Stroll Through St Peter Port with Victor Hugo
25 SepLa Fêtê des Bêtes
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Guernsey: A history of the Channel Islands
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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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