Starter for ten – Guernsey Mind challenges islanders to 'step up for mental health'

• Pictured: Guernsey Mind 10k's finish line last year. (Marc Gouarin) " data-large-file="https://www.bailiwickexpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Guernsey-Mind-10k-finish.jpg" /> Nearly 300 people have already challenged themselves to a 10K walk, run or both for a local charity.
• The Guernsey Mind Investec 10K challenge returns on Sunday 23 August to raise money for the charity, which is asking islanders to "step up

Today in Guernsey

Mainly sunny and becoming very warm.

The local news that matters this morning

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

Bailiwick Express Guernsey · Local news · yesterday Apogee sponsorship gives U15 girls' cricketers chance to reach top by playing in UK tournament • Pictured: Guernsey's U15 Girls' Cricket Team were helped on their way by Apogee's sponsorship " data-large-file="https://www.bailiwickexpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Cricket-45-1-1024x683.jpg" /> A team of under 15s girls cricketers got a much-needed development opportunity by competing in a UK tournament. • The girls took part in the ICC Under 15 Girls Tournament last month, in Taunton, Somerset, thanks to spon

Bailiwick Express - Guernsey News · Local news · yesterday Art Fix with Guernsey Arts • Dive into the world of art with our weekly art fix! • Guernsey Arts presents: The Garden Series Introducing… The Garden Series! • Join Guernsey Arts on Wednesday lunchtimes throughout August to enjoy creativity at Candie Gardens.

Bailiwick Express Guernsey · Local news · yesterday Scout's honour! Guernseyman picked for global jamboree • Alex French from Guernsey has been selected to represent the UK as part of a team delivering the World Scout Jamboree in Poland in 2027. • Set in the heart of Central Europe, Alex will work alongside Scouts from nearly every country in the world, helping to deliver a truly international experience and share skills for The post Scout's honour! • Guernseyman picked for global jamboree appeared first on Bailiwick Express.

Bailiwick Express - Guernsey News · Local news · yesterday South Show prepares for hundreds of entries • Over the next few weeks the focus will be on Guernsey's three traditional summer shows as the South, West, and North Shows return for 2026. • Traditionally held during August, as that was peak harvest time, the three shows still include displays of competition-level crops, alongside baked goods and arts and crafts. • The South Show always The post South Show prepares for hundreds of entries appeared first on Bailiwick Ex

Bailiwick Express - Guernsey News · Local news · yesterday Week of music to strike a chord with island's musicians • Pictured: David Le Page performs at last year's 50th anniversary concert. " data-large-file="https://www.bailiwickexpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/David-Le-Page.jpg" /> The Elizabeth College Summer Orchestral Course will return for its 51st year later this month – introducing the Bailiwick's young musicians to the likes of Brahms and Bach. • The week-long event – beginning Monday 17 August – welcomes 100 students

Channel Eye - Channel Islands business news · Local news · yesterday Funding boost for first-time fund managers in Guernsey • As part of its continued implementation of the Finance Sector Growth Strategy, the Committee for Economic Development has agreed to provide £25,000 towards the operational delivery of the Fund Foundry programme. • The Fund Foundry, a Guernsey-based initiative designed to support first-time and emerging fund managers, was launched earlier this year by not-for-profit Foundry Partners LBG. • Source: Channel Eye - Full story

Island FM Guernsey News · Local news · yesterday Guernsey Dairy marks 75 years at the Bailiff's Cross • The serving Bailiff will meet staff at the Bailiff's Cross Dairy on its platinum anniversary.

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What's on: next 14 days

A quick-view of 8 priority public listings from 8 tracked events over the next 14 days. Tap any item for the source and full details.

1 Jan - 31 Dec · Visit Guernsey events. Channel Islands Motor Racing

Sat 8 Aug · Eventbrite Guernsey. Fellowship Day 2026 | Virtual Workshops

4 Apr - 30 Sep · Visit Guernsey events. Rocquette Cider Tour and Tasting

Tue 11 Aug · Eventbrite Guernsey. PSNY LGBTQIA+ Free Verse Workshop: Diving into the Wreck

Aug 8 10:00 - 15:00 · Visit Guernsey events. Guernsey Chalk Art Festival

Tue 11 Aug · Eventbrite Guernsey. From Fear To Love — delivered by Trauma Informed Parenting

1 Apr - 31 Oct · Visit Guernsey events. Guided Walks Around St Peter Port

Tue 18 Aug · Above Pier 17 Restaurant, Guernsey · Eventbrite Guernsey. Art En Plein Air

Resident pulse

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Three Guernsey Amazon finds

Three rotating Guernsey searches with the configured Amazon Associates tag.

Guernsey Amazon pick 1

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 Amazon pick 2

The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society

The obvious one, yes, but visitors still ask about it.

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Guernsey Amazon pick 3

Guernsey: A history of the Channel Islands

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

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A small local fact

Grand Havre anchors a distinct corner of the island story.

Did you know? · Guernsey

Dame Sibyl Hathaway ruled the tiny island of Sark as its feudal Dame for 47 years, from 1927 until 1974, spanning the reigns of four British monarchs.

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The shape of the day ahead

Mainly sunny and becoming very warm. Wind 7 mph. Highs of 24°C.