Summer has arrived in Alderney! When will you?

There's still a chance to join us for summer

Since plans to re-open to fully vaccinated visitors from the Common Travel Area were announced, accommodation bookings have boomed on the island. We're expecting a busy summer here in Alderney, but don't let that derail your plans to visit the island this summer.

Alderney has a huge range of different accommodation options from hotels and apartments to campsites and visitor moorings for yachties.

The best way to secure a last-minute getaway in Alderney is to stay flexible.

Cancellations are commonplace at the moment. If you keep checking the accommodation websites, you may still be able to find accommodation that suits you.

Can't find a room? Pitch a tent and enjoy Saye Beach on your doorstep

Nestled behind the sand dunes at Saye Beach is Saye Beach Camping, one of the most stunning locations for a camping holiday in the UK.

Saye Beach on Alderney's north coast

The campsite has undergone recent renovations with a brand new bathroom block, children's play area and dry room facility added.

Fully equipped family tents are available to hire, but if you'd prefer to pitch your own, high season rates start from just £10 per adult per night.

Guests staying at Saye Beach Camping are just two minutes from the family friendly Arch & Corblets Bays and some live music evenings at the Victorian fort Château L'Etoc. One of the best locations in the island at the most competitive price!

Summer events: what's coming up?

Alderney Performing Arts Festival

This Summer season, the Alderney Performing Art Festival will show case the highest levels in Artistic standards and also the unique and iconic settings only found in Alderney.

A series of concerts is organised including Saxophonist Manu Brazo with Olivia Skwara on the 13th August at Château L'Etoc and an Opera Gala at St Anne's Church on the 21st August.

Every Mondays and Wednesdays, the Victorian fort Château L'Etoc become the setting of 'The Après Beach Bar' and everyone is welcome to enjoy local food provided by The Georgian House, gentle live music and an art exhibition.

Le Passage Gallery & Sculpture Gardens

The 2021 Summer exhibition at Le Passage Gallery features 16 artists from 11 countries. The gallery, located at the bottom of Victoria Street is open everyday from 10am to 2pm except Mondays.

Wildlife Festival - 27th to 30th of August

A wild weekend full of activities, celebrating the fantastic diversity of wildlife and nature Alderney has to offer.

From kayaking to citizen science projects there is something for everyone during the Wildlife Festival with local charity the Alderney Wildlife Trust (AWT). Enjoy a guided walk around town to discover wildlife living amongst us in St Anne.

Also don't miss one of the highlights of the weekend on Sunday - The Alderney Fayre - at Essex Farm where you'll find local stall holders and crafts, live music, bar, BBQ, cream teas, kids smoothie bike, games, obstacle course and a wildlife discovery area.

For more upcoming events, check out the island's event calendar.

Set sail for Braye

Alderney offers a fantastic sailing escape for experienced crews. Braye Harbour on the island's northern coast has a good range of facilities for visiting yacht crews including a chandlery, a sailing club and over 70 visitor moorings.

Braye Harbour at sunset - a picturesque anchorage with over 70 visitor moorings

Alderney offers a fantastic sailing escape for experienced crews. Braye Harbour on the island's northern coast has a good range of facilities for visiting yacht crews including a chandlery, a sailing club and over 70 visitor moorings.

When the accommodation on land is pretty much full, yacht crews can stay aboard in Braye Harbour, or find a safe anchorage during good weather in one of the following bays:

• Saye
• Longis Bay
• Telegraph Bay
• Hannaine Bay

The waters surrounding Alderney are challenging. Yacht crews should be aware of strong currents and thorough passage planning should always be undertaken before setting sail.

The rules on sailing to Alderney have recently been relaxed. For a full description of the protocols you must follow before starting your journey on a private yacht, please visit the Alderney Government website. Contact the Harbour Office for more information: +44 (0)1481 820070 / harbour@alderney.gov.gg.

Reconnect with friends and family

Alderney's low rates of Covid-19 have allowed us to relax restrictions, making it the perfect place to reconnect with friends and family, or make new friends during your stay!

Before booking your escape to Alderney, please visit our Covid-19 travel advice page to make sure you understand what's required on arrival.