Guernsey with Kids

Fun Walks

Le Guet
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A small pine forest which offers trees to climb, rope swings, dens, a watch-house and battery, plus hundreds of blackberries to pick (in season). The watch-house gives the most breathtaking view over Cobo Bay.
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Le Guet, Castel, Guernsey GY5 7PN
Fermain Bay to St Peter Port
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A picturesque walk from Fermain Bay to town with breathtaking views. Enjoy Bluebell Wood, Clarence Battery and The Bathing Pools en route. A lot of up and downs so be prepared. It takes us about an hour.
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Fermain Bay, Fermain Lane, St Martin, Guernsey, GY1 1ZZ
Grandes Rocques to Port Soif Walk
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The perfect short walk for kids of all ages with the bonus of two beaches, a fort and rocks to climb! With excellent facilities and parking.
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Grandes Rocques Beach, Rue de la Saline, Castel, GY5 7FX
Herm Island
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Take a boat trip over to the beautiful Herm Island (only 15 minutes from Guernsey) and explore what this beautiful island has to offer. A walk around the island will allow you to take in the stunning views from the cliff paths, visit white sandy beaches with crystal clear waters, look at the extensive wildlife and enjoy food and drink on this magical island.
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Jerbourg Point to Petit Port Walk
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Our happy place as a family is on the cliffs from Jerbourg point to Petit Port. The views are breath-taking, the path is kid friendly and the treat of a unicorn or hulk hot chocolate at the end, ensures no moaning from the kids!
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Jerbourg Point, St. Martins, Guernsey GY4 6BJ
Les Vardes Quarry Nature Trail
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This 2k walk takes you around Guernsey’s Ronez quarry with amazing views into the quarry and over the west coast. The path is mainly gravel for the first part, then it changes to a dirt track before you come to a grassy area with a picnic table (with fantastic views) and a bench. A lovely walk for children of all ages, especially with the addition of the new Animal Adventure Trail, and a must for fans of lorries and trucks!
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Route du Port Grat, St Sampson, Guernsey, GY2 4TF
Lihou Island
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Lihou is a small island situated just off the west coast of Guernsey, accessed via a causeway from L’Erée headland at low tide for about two weeks every month. The island has had a fascinating and varied history as well as having interesting wildlife. Looking for a peaceful getaway? Lihou house is available to book and you are guaranteed a tranquil stay.
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Lihou Island, leree headland, Guernsey
Pembroke and L’Ancresse Bay to Fort Le Marchant Walk
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A beautiful walk from Pembroke and L’Ancresse Bay on an easy-to follow footpath taking in a Loophole Tower, Fort Le Marchant, German Fortifications and with lots of rocks to climb it’s a favourite with our family.
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Pembroke and L’Ancresse Bay, Pembroke, Vale, GY3 5BY
Pembroke Beach to Fort Pembroke Walk
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We absolutely love this short walk. Follow the footpath at the far end of Pembroke beach and you’ll end up at Fort Pembroke, the headland is an amazing natural playground with ‘real’ rock climbing for all ages and the most stunning views.
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Pembroke and L’Ancresse Bay, Pembroke, Vale, GY3 5BY
Petit Bot to Le Gouffre
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An absolutely stunning walk along the south coast cliff path. Quite a bit of up and down so be prepared but its definitely worth it. Takes us over an hour. Obviously you can do the walk in either direction.
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Petit Bot Bay, Forest, Guernsey, GY8 0BP
Port Soif Nature Trail
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A flat trail especially designed with the needs of disabled people in mind and perfect for those with a buggy. The trail takes visitors around a football ground near to Port Soif beach which leads to a pond and small area of marshland. This area is important both for conservation of wetland plant species but also the wildlife that it supports.
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Port Soif Nature Trail, Grandes Rocques Road, Castel, Guernsey
Portelet Harbour to The Fairy Ring Walk
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This walk has it all…a beach, German bunker, a fort with cannons, trees to climb, a meeting place for fairies and the most stunning scenery in all directions. With plenty of benches to take in the view, and ample places to have a picnic, it’s a family must whilst in Guernsey.
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Portelet Beach, Torteval, Guernsey
Rousse Headland
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With the coastal path in both directions, Rousse headland is perfect for a family walk. Take in the sights of the Napoleonic loop-holed tower and battery, the beach, a small harbour and a kiosk selling drinks and snacks. With plenty of parking.
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Rousse Headland, Vale, Guernsey
Saumarez Nature Trail
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A scenic walk between Cobo Bay and Saumarez Park taking you through some beautiful scenery. Great to combine with all that’s on offer in Saumarez Park.
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Cobo Bay, Cobo Coast Rd, Cobo, Castel, Guernsey GY5 7HB
St Saviour’s Reservoir Millennium Walk
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Tucked away in St Saviour’s is a walk around the reservoir that will take you through lots of woodland, over a dam, over a few bridges and down some country lanes. It’s always an hour enjoyably spent and is suitable for children of all ages.
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St Saviours reservoir, Rue A L’or, St Saviours, Guernsey, GY7 9XS