Shopping
Lorraine Nicolle was born and raised on the tiny island of Sark, in the Channel Islands. She has made her life there and runs a pottery in the centre of the island just off the ‘main’ street, The Avenue. Look out for the sign. Lorraine makes unique creations in both pottery and silver. For anything from £2.99 through to £60 you can own your own little piece of silver or pottery,…
Silver and Enamel Jewellery by Sue Daly In the summer of 1988 in Bouley Bay, on the north coast of Jersey, Sue Daly had her first taste of scuba diving. It sparked a life-long passion for the underwater world and the marvellous marine life that lives there. She taught diving in Bouley Bay for 15 years and has become an award winning underwater photographer and wildlife film-maker. Although she has…
Hand woven items made on Sark. Contact Sark Threads on 01481 832597 or email sarkthreads@gmail.com www.sarkthreads.com .
Aladdin’s Cave, Sark, is a treasure trove of souvenirs for all the family. Christine has re-opened the shop with new stock of all the old favourites. You will find gifts for children, such as novelty key-rings, cars and tractors, games, toys and jewellery. For the adults, there are scarves, belts, wallets, purses and jewellery, featuring the lovely abalone shell earrings and necklaces that were available at Aladdin’s Cave for many…
Mon Plaisir Stores is the premier outlet for Local Sark Produce and essentials when visiting the Island. Convenient well stocked family owned stores, pre-order and FREE delivery available for when you arrive to the Island. Fresh produce daily includes: • Lobsters to order (cooked and delivered on request) • Scallops when available fresh or frozen • Crab meat in season • Wet fish to order • Local meat including Sark Lamb • Local dairy produce…
Eating Out
Sally Hutchins and Mark Feibel would like to welcome you to Le Vieux Clos Licensed Restaurant. We will be open most days during the summer between 12.00 and 2.00 for lunch and 6.00 and 8.00 for dinner, usually closed on Thursdays. We will be offering a menu which has a variety of options from local Scallops and Fish when available to Hungarian Meatballs and Pork and Pepper Stew reflecting Mark’s…
The Bel Air Inn serves a large range of traditional ales and ciders. A favourite pub among locals and tourists alike with food being served all day. There is a large sheltered beer garden for sunny days and a cosy fire for when it is cold outside. Open every day all year round. Families and dogs welcomed. More info Tel 01481 832052. Find us at the top of Harbour Hill….
For that truly unique magical experience ……… a stepping stone to heaven; a hotel with a real ‘joie de vivre’ …….. La Sablonnerie ……. the multi-award winning hotel and restaurant. The hotel is nestled in gorgeous gardens where you can savour a gourmet luncheon or dine romantically by candlelight. Excellent cuisine, including fresh Sark lobster and produce from its own farm and gardens. The hotel’s cosy bar with roaring log…
AJ’s Café is a small, friendly café located in the heart of the Avenue on the Channel Island of Sark. AJ’s is personally run by Mad Guille and her small team of friendly staff, and it is a popular rendezvous for local people and visitors alike. In addition to the tables inside, there is also a secluded, sunny garden area at the back of the café. The garden is filled…
In 2005 Sark’s Island Hall was opened by the Duke of York and since then it has been at the heart of much of island life. The area nearest the road is home to Coumme-Nous, Sark’s art and craft co-operative, and the central area has a bar, eating areas and rooms that are used for all manner of events from elections and public meetings to yoga and theatrical rehearsals. There…
Things to do
Avenue Cycles 01481 832102 avenue.cycle.hire@cwgsy.net website www.avenuecyclessark.co.uk Established for over 20 years. Avenue Cycles has a large fleet of adults’ and children’s cycles and a limited number of tandems, trikes, tag-a-longs, child trailers and child seats during the peak holiday season. It is highly advisable to pre-book these to avoid disappointment. Open Monday to Saturday 8:30am – 6pm & Sundays 10am – 12.30pm & 3.30pm – 5pm
Guernsey Boat Charters are Guernsey’s most celebrated premier boat charter and maritime service. Since 1992, the Access Challenger and Guernsey Boat Charters has been a trusted service to Bailiwick locals and tourists alike offering swift, dependable and tailored inter-island transport, fast response service and responsible for hosting the best boat parties in the Channel Islands. No need to be restricted by timetables and schedules, after all, Sark is a magical place and…
Horse & carriage tours Probably the most enchanting and carefree way to explore car-free Sark and the best introduction to the island, a private tour by horse & carriage using Stocks own livery stables is the perfect choice. We have a variety of vehicles ranging from an original 1850’s vintage Ferrari Victoria carriage, to a wagonette and a large van, and our horses – Ronaldo, our BBC2 TV star, or…
Navigating around Sark with its strong tidal streams and masses of reefs, islets and half submerged rocks is not for the faint hearted mariner. However George, like the island’s other fisherman, makes it look effortless. He skims past rocks and when the swell allows takes the boat into caves. He points out shapes in the rocks; a cat here, a camel’s head there, a pair of hands held as in…
Don’t miss one of the highlights that makes Sark special! A horse-drawn carriage ride on Sark is the best way to not only see the island but learn some of the feudal history of Sark. Danny Wakley is one of an increasingly rare breed, a genuine local born on Sark and whose family have lived in Sark for generations, including through the German Occupation. Now carriaging for 44 years, Danny…
We offer flexible hire periods, value for money and friendly service. We have a selection of both mountain bikes and standard cycles. We currently offer a 10% discount on all advance bookings. Bookings can be made by emailing – bookings@atobcycles.com or telephoning – 01481 832844. We also have Tandems, tag a longs, child seats and trailers to cater for the whole family(pushchairs can be left at the shop). We provide …
