Whilst the weather remains ‘persistent’, this did not deter early birds at this morning’s opening of National Trust of Guernsey’s Museum Christmas Shop at Saumarez Park. A glorious array of gifts for all ages, and epicurean tastes awaits visitors. No wonder the Museum Christmas Shop is the pride and joy of Museum Shop Manageress Ann […]
CONTINUE READINGNews of National Trust of Guernsey will soon spread around the world with five trackables, now in place around our 11 Geocache sites. Trackables are our little hitchhikers. Tiny tags, retrieved by Geocachers, can be taken on holiday and deposited at another Geocache site anywhere in the world. They will move on from there, and […]
CONTINUE READINGThe Folk and Costume Museum closes its doors for the 2019 season this Thursday, 31st October. Thank you to everyone who has visited our beautiful new shop and helped crown this year as the best ever for shop sales. Not surprisingly, Guernsey’s have proved a best seller, amongst the delightful variety of stock carefully chosen […]
CONTINUE READINGAs Autumn sweeps in, two National Trust of Guernsey properties soon close at the end of their busy summer seasons. Les Caches Farm opens its doors for the last time this season, between 10.30am – 12.30pm on Thursday 26 September, although the grounds are open all year round for visitors to enjoy. Our Victorian Shop […]
CONTINUE READINGNational Trust of Guernsey’s Folk and Costume Museum has enjoyed a cracking start to 2019 season, with two major events within four days. The Courtyard has been vibrant with visitors, enjoying traditional craft demonstrations, thanks to a group of dedicated ladies and then, Council Member Nic Jee who demonstrated the art of iron-work from a […]
CONTINUE READINGNational Trust of Guernsey’s Folk and Costume Museum at Saumarez Park opened for 2019 today – and with sparkle! Our newly decorated Museum Shop hosts a variety of new stock, including a wide range of traditional Guernsey jumpers. The 2019 Costume Collection, set out over two floors, encompasses a stunning variety of Victorian fashion, including […]
CONTINUE READINGA recent re-discovery at National Trust of Guernsey’s Costume Collection, yielded much excitement and admiration. This beautiful pair of flat black silk satin lady’s slippers c.1820 – 1840 represents the style of women’s shoes in the early 19th century. In a style, favoured by a young Queen Victoria, the cloth-topped shoes, with a square toe […]
CONTINUE READINGWe’re on the look out for Bric-a-Brac for this year’s stall at Lé Viaër Marchi, which takes place at Saumarez Park on Monday 1st July from 5pm. This year, Bric-a-Brac stalls will be arranged around The Courtyard at The Folk and Costume Museum, taking the idea right back to its roots, when the late […]
CONTINUE READINGA huge thank you to everyone who joined our first Mapping Meeting last Saturday at Pleinmont. Thanks also, to a steady trickle of enquiries from more interested Mappers, as news of our project spreads. We’re grateful to The Guernsey Press, BBC Radio Guernsey and look forward to an interview with ITV next Thursday morning, 24th […]
CONTINUE READINGA big aim for 2019 is to digitally map NTG walking trails and land areas, for Islanders and world-wide visitors to enjoy. Volunteer walkers, working with National Trust Guernsey and Digimap can make this happen. Here’s how you can help. According to where you’re based on Island, or where you prefer walking, we can send […]
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Guernsey’s favourite out of town Christmas shop opens at 10am on Friday 15 November The National Trust of Guernsey’s Museum Christmas Shop at Saumarez Park is the pride and joy of Manageress Ann Segers and Assistant Dorothé Lord. Fascinating toys, bespoke items and mouth-watering delicacies shipped in from world-wide suppliers, make up a beautiful Christmas […]
For a traditional Christmas atmosphere like nowhere else, visit National Trust of Guernsey’s Victorian Christmas Shop at 26 Cornet Street, St. Peter Port, Guernsey. Tucked away in one of St. Peter Port’s most characterful ancient streets, the shop is well-known for its emporium-style feel. Laid out over two floors, with plenty of nooks and crannies, […]
Our third annual Christmas Courtyard Market takes place on Monday 16th December from 5pm – 8pm at Saumarez Park. In beautiful heritage surroundings, this is an atmospheric and delightful event capturing the timeless spirit of Christmas. There will be plenty of artisan stalls and warm winter sustenance, with all dietary requirements catered for. We’ll be […]