Guided Garden Walking Tours 2013
On Wednesdays from Easter to October you can join a guided tour of La Seigneurie Gardens. Meet 11.30 am at La Seigneurie Gardens. Places are limited, so booking is essential. To book Tel: 01481 832345 or e-mail: office@sark.co.uk
Every Friday from May 10th t0 September 20th, you can tour the private gardens of Sark with a guide. Walks begin at the Sark Visitor Centre at 2 pm, finishing with light refreshments between 4 – 4:30 pm No booking is required for these tours, please just come along.
Friday 8th February 2013
Brilliante Brass Ensemble- 8 pm at The Island Hall. Tickets now available .
Thursday 28th March 2013
Rockpool Ramble with Visitor Officer Karen Adams. Meet 1 pm at L’Eperquerie clearing. Families welcome. Come and explore the shore at low tide and discover the weird and wonderful creatures and plants which are specially adapted to their environment. Strong and waterproof footwear is essential. Bring a net and bucket if you have one. Children 14 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-booking essential. Minimum of 4 adults needed for the walk to take place. £4 per adult. £2 per child. To book tel 01481 832345 or e-mail office@sark.co.uk
Friday 29th March 2013
Good Friday at the Beauregard duckpond. 10 am onwards. Come and sail your boat on the pond. All ages welcome. Hot chocolate and hot cross buns for sale. Profits to charity.
Saturday 30th March 2013 (Easter Saturday)
A jumble sale organised by SAstroS to raise funds for the starfest weekend in April. 2 pm at the Island hall
Saturday 6th April 2013
Rockpool Ramble with Visitor Officer Karen Adams. Meet 10.30 am at Dixcart Hotel. Families welcome. Come and explore the shore at low tide and discover the weird and wonderful creatures and plants which are specially adapted to their environment. Strong and waterproof footwear is essential. Bring a net and bucket if you have one. Children 14 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-booking essential. Minimum of 4 adults needed for the walk to take place. £4 per adult. £2 per child. To book tel 01481 832345 or e-mail office@sark.co.uk
Friday 12th April – Sunday 14th April 2013
SAstroS Spring Starfest Weekend
The Spring Starfest will start on Friday 12th April with a fish & chip supper at the Island Hall and the company of our guest speakers, Dr Marek Kukula (Public Astronomer, Greenwich Royal Observatory) returning for a 3rd visit, and Dr Chris Lintott (presenter, Sky at Night.) A short film will be shown after this and, weather permitting, some stargazing. A hosted dinner at Stocks Cider Press Room will take place on the Saturday evening – please contact Stocks on 01481 832001 to book for this. SAstroS will be raffling the Astronomy Photographs of the Year, currently on exhibition at the Sark Tourism office. Raffle tickets will be £1 each.
Wednesday 17th April 2013
Friends of Sark Music welcome - Gordon Giltrap & Oliver Wakeman 8 pm at The Island Hall – Guitar Legend Gordon Giltrap joins forces with the Keyboard wizardry of Oliver Wakeman. Tickets available now. This concert sees guitar legend Gordon Giltrap and keyboardist Oliver Wakeman embark on the second leg of their ‘Ravens and Lullabies’ tour and releasing their first collaborative album of the same name.
Special offer – come to the first concert on 17th April (above) and receive free membership of FoSM for 2013. This is worth £13 and entitles you to entry to all future concerts for the reduced price of £10, saving £5 for each concert!!
Monday 22nd April 2013
Wild-flowers exhibition at the Sark Visitor Centre. Free entry. From lunchtime. Until Sunday 2nd June.
Saturday 27th April 2013
Wine tasting at La Sablonnerie Hotel on Little Sark. From 11 am onwards. Earle Wines Ltd. has pleasure in inviting you to their wine tasting. You will be able to taste new and recently discovered wines together with the new vintage of ‘old favourites’.
Saturday 27th April 2013
Wildflower walk as part of the Sark Wildflower fortnight. Starts 2 pm from the Visitor Centre. Explore the area around the Gouliot headland with walk leader Susan Synnott. Pre-booking recommended, phone 01481 832345 or e-mail office@sark.co.uk Adults £4.
Sunday 28th April 2013
Wine tasting at La Sablonnerie Hotel on Little Sark. From 11 am onwards. Earle Wines Ltd. has pleasure in inviting you to their wine tasting. You will be able to taste new and recently discovered wines together with the new vintage of ‘old favourites’.
Sunday 28th April 2013
Wildflower walk as part of the Sark Wildflower fortnight. Starts 2 pm at La Sablonnerie Hotel. Explore the area around Little Sark with walk leader Shân Bache. Pre-booking recommended, phone 01481 832345 or e-mail office@sark.co.uk Adults £4.
Monday 29th April 2013
Wildflower walk as part of the Sark Wildflower fortnight. Starts 2 pm from the Visitor Centre. Explore the area around L’Eperquerie with walk leader Susan Synnott. Pre-booking recommended, phone 01481 832345 or e-mail office@sark.co.uk Adults £4.
Wednesday 1st May 2013
Friends of Sark Music welcome – Alexandra Dariescu Classical pianist [Beethoven, Scarlatti, Schumann and Chopin] Concert. 8 pm at The Island Hall. Tickets £15 [members of Friends of Sark Music £10] available at the Island Hall, Visitors Centre and on the night at the door.
Wednesday 1st May 2013
Wildflower walk as part of the Sark Wildflower fortnight. Starts 2 pm from the Visitor Centre. Explore the area around Derrible and Hogsback with walk leader Susan Synnott. Pre-booking recommended, phone 01481 832345 or e-mail office@sark.co.uk Adults £4.
Friday 3rd May 2013
As part of the Sark Magic Society weekend festival, Luke Jermay, mentalist and mind reader performs his one man show ‘Psychic Cabaret’ in the Island Hall at 7 pm. Not suitable for children. Tickets £5 on the door. All proceeds to PSF. Try to work out how he does it, or just marvel in the mystery.
Saturday 4th May 2013
Wildflower walk as part of the Sark Wildflower fortnight. Starts 2 pm from the Visitor Centre. Explore the area around Dixcart with walk leader Sue Daly. Pre-booking recommended, phone 01481 832345 or e-mail office@sark.co.uk Adults £4.
Saturday, 4th May 2013
Continuing the Magic, world famous magicians and mentalists, Banachek, Marc Paul and Ian Rowland will be entertaining impossible feats of mind reading, prediction and memory in their show ‘All in the Mind’. Island Hall, 7 pm Tickets £5 on the door. All proceeds to PSF.
Sunday, 5th May 2013
Concluding the events, James Brown, Spyros, Drew McAdam (the Interrogator) and the one and only (thank goodness) John Archer will put on a light hearted show of comedy, magic and thrills called ‘It’s Mental’. Island Hall, 3 pm Tickets £5 on the door. All proceeds to PSF.
Sunday 5th May 2013
Wildflower walk as part of the Sark Wildflower fortnight. Starts 2 pm from La Sablonnerie Hotel. Explore the area around Little Sark with walk leader Susan Synnott. Pre-booking recommended, phone 01481 832345 or e-mail office@sark.co.uk Adults £4.
Monday 6th May 2013
Bank HolidayMonday. Wildflower walk as part of the Sark Wildflower fortnight. Starts 2 pm from the Visitor Centre. Explore the area around Greve de la Ville and Point Robert with walk leader Lynda Higgins. Pre-booking recommended, phone 01481 832345 or e-mail office@sark.co.uk Adults £4.
Wednesday 8th May 2013
Wildflower walk as part of the Sark Wildflower fortnight. Starts 2 pm from the Visitor Centre. Explore the area around Derrible and Hogsback with walk leader Susan Synnott. Pre-booking recommended, phone 01481 832345 or e-mail office@sark.co.uk Adults £4.
Friday 10th May 2013
Guided Garden Walk through private gardens on the East of Sark not normally open to visitors. This walk starts at 2 pm from The Visitors Centre lasts around 2 hours and includes tea at the final stop, all for £3. No booking needed. All proceeds donated to local charities. Sorry no dogs and no unaccompanied children.
Saturday 11th May 2013
Wildflower walk as part of the Sark Wildflower fortnight. Starts 2 pm from the Visitor Centre. Explore the area around the Gouliot headland with walk leader Sue Daly. Pre-booking recommended, phone 01481 832345 or e-mail office@sark.co.uk Adults £4
Friday 17th May 2013
Guided Garden Walk through private gardens on the West of Sark not normally open to visitors. This walk starts at 2 pm from The Visitors Centre lasts around 2 hours and includes tea at the final stop, all for £3. No booking needed. All proceeds donated to local charities. Sorry no dogs and no unaccompanied children.
Friday 24th May 2013
Guided Garden Walk through private gardens on the North of Sark not normally open to visitors. This walk starts at 2 pm from The Visitors Centre lasts around 2 hours and includes tea at the final stop, all for £3. No booking needed. All proceeds donated to local charities. Sorry no dogs and no unaccompanied children.
Saturday 25th May – Monday 3rd June 2013
Scarecrow Trail week – the theme this year will be Nursery Rhymes – Judging will take place on the morning of Saturday 25th May. Trail quiz competition forms available from the Sark Visitor Centre midday on Saturday 25th May, to be returned by 10 am Monday 3rd June.
Tuesday 28th May 2013
Rockpool Ramble with Visitor Officer Karen Adams. Meet 3.30 pm at L’Eperquerie clearing. Families welcome. Come and explore the shore at low tide and discover the weird and wonderful creatures and plants which are specially adapted to their environment. Strong and waterproof footwear is essential. Bring a net and bucket if you have one. Children 14 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-booking essential. Minimum of 4 adults needed for the walk to take place. £4 per adult. £2 per child. To book tel 01481 832345 or e-mail office@sark.co.uk
Friday 31st May 2013
Guided Garden Walk through private gardens on the East of Sark not normally open to visitors. This walk starts at 2 pm from The Visitors Centre lasts around 2 hours and includes tea at the final stop, all for £3. No booking needed. All proceeds donated to local charities. Sorry no dogs and no unaccompanied children.
Saturday 1st June 2013
Market Day at the Sark Visitor Centre courtyard starts at 11am (weather permitting). Local produce, bric a brac, homemade goods. To reserve a stall or for more information please contact the Visitor Centre 01481 832345.
Monday 3rd June 2013
Sark Artists exhibition at the Sark Visitor Centre. Free entry. From lunchtime. Until Sunday 14th July.
Tuesday 4th June 2013
Artists of Sark
A guided walk led by Visitor Officer Karen Adams. An exploration of the locations associated with some of the many artists who have been drawn to Sark throughout history, including where they lived and worked. We finish this walk in one of the most spectacular locations on Sark. Pre-booking essential. Starts 2pm at the Mermaid Tavern. To book, telephone 01481 832345 or e-mail office@sark.co.uk Tickets cost £4 per adult and £2 per child. Minimum of 4 adults needed for the walk to go ahead.
Friday 7th June 2013
Guided Garden Walk through private gardens on the West of Sark not normally open to visitors. This walk starts at 2 pm from The Visitors Centre lasts around 2 hours and includes tea at the final stop, all for £3. No booking needed. All proceeds donated to local charities. Sorry no dogs and no unaccompanied children.
Saturday 8th June 2013
Sark Cricket Club welcomes Clubhouse Casuals CC. Match to take place on the Millennium Field (outside the Island Hall) at 12 noon. 30 overs per inning - All Welcome.
Monday 10th June 2013
Guided walk – The Secrets of Little Sark Enjoy an ‘off the road’ exploration of Little Sark with walk leader Jan Guy, taking in fabulous views and some history. The walk starts outside La Sablonnerie at 1030 and takes about two hours, leaving you free to enjoy a leisurely lunch or further exploration of this wonderfully wild part of Sark in the afternoon. Please note that the walk includes several stiles and is not suitable for those who do not like heights. It is not recommended for children. This walk does not include Venus bath or Adonis pool. Pre booking essential. Minimum of 4 adults needed for the walk to go ahead. Adults £4. To book Tel: 01481 832345 or e-mail office@sark.co.uk
Friday 14th June 2013
Guided Garden Walk through private gardens on the North of Sark not normally open to visitors. This walk starts at 2 pm from The Visitors Centre lasts around 2 hours and includes tea at the final stop, all for £3. No booking needed. All proceeds donated to local charities. Sorry no dogs and no unaccompanied children.
Saturday 15th June 2013
Market Day at the Sark Visitor Centre courtyard starts at 11am (weather permitting). Local produce, bric a brac, homemade goods. To reserve a stall or for more information please contact the Visitor Centre 01481 832345.
Saturday 15th June 2013
Sark Football Club welcomes St. Martins FC. Match to take place on the Millennium Field (outside the Island Hall) Kick off at 10am – All Welcome.
Saturday 15th June 2013
Sark Cricket Club welcomes Jazz Hats CC. Match to take place on the Millennium Field (outside the Island Hall) at 12 noon. 30 overs per inning - All Welcome.
Wednesday 19th June
Friends of Sark Music welcome- Bartosz Woroch Concert. Violin and piano. Violin sonatas by Strauss, Poulenc and Beethoven. 8 pm at The Island Hall. Tickets £15 [members of Friends of Sark Music £10] available at the Island Hall, Visitors Centre and on the night at the door.
Thursday 20th June 2013
Artists of Sark
A guided walk led by Visitor Officer Karen Adams. An exploration of the locations associated with some of the many artists who have been drawn to Sark throughout history, including where they lived and worked. We finish this walk in one of the most spectacular locations on Sark. Pre-booking essential. Starts 2 pm at the Mermaid Tavern. To book, telephone 01481 832345 or e-mail office@sark.co.uk Tickets cost £4 per adult and £2 per child. Minimum of 4 adults needed for the walk to go ahead.
Friday 21st June 2013
Guided Garden Walk through private gardens on the East of Sark not normally open to visitors. This walk starts at 2 pm from The Visitors Centre lasts around 2 hours and includes tea at the final stop, all for £3. No booking needed. All proceeds donated to local charities. Sorry no dogs and no unaccompanied children.
Saturday 22nd June 2013
Sark Football Club welcomes Boomdiggelly Badgers FC. Match to take place on the Millennium Field (outside the Island Hall) Kick off at 10am – All Welcome.
Saturday 22nd June 2013
Sark Cricket Club welcomes Reach Round CC. Match to take place on the Millennium Field (outside the Island Hall) at 12 noon. 30 overs per inning - All Welcome.
Saturday 22nd June 2013
Another SAstroS event for the diary. Following last year’s Midsummer Masked Ball and many pleas for there to be another, SAstroS are holding this year’s Ball at Stock’s Hotel at the Cider Press Room for dinner at 7 pm, a string quartet and waltzing under the stars by the swimming pool or inside. Please book directly with the hotel for the dinner (01481 832001), and it is recommended that you do so early – last year’s Ball was a sell-out.
Monday 24th June 2013
Guided walk – How Sark Works – Politics, Sewage & Taxes
A guided walk led by Jan Guy. Starts 2 pm at the Visitor Centre. This 2 hour walk, which has one fairly steep ascent, attempts to answer all the questions visitors to the island ask: Where does your water come from? Where do your children go to school? Do you pay tax? Themes and routes might change if weather is inclement or paths temporarily out of use. Advanced booking is at the Visitor Centre is advised. Tickets cost £4 per adult. £2 per child. Strong footwear, lightweight waterproofs and small bottle of water are also advised. Minimum of 4 adults needed for the walk to go ahead. To book Tel: 01481 832345 or e-mail office@sark.co.uk
Wednesday 26th June – Thursday 27th June 2013
Midsummer Show The Island Hall becomes home to the finest Sark flowers and produce.
Friday 28th June 2013
Guided Garden Walk through private gardens on the West of Sark not normally open to visitors. This walk starts at 2 pm from The Visitors Centre lasts around 2 hours and includes tea at the final stop, all for £3. No booking needed. All proceeds donated to local charities. Sorry no dogs and no unaccompanied children.
Saturday 29th June 2013
Sark Football Club welcomes Guernsey Gaels FC. Match to take place on the Millennium Field (outside the Island Hall) Kick off at 10am – All Welcome.
Saturday 29th June 2013
Market Day at the Sark Visitor Centre courtyard starts at 11 am (weather permitting). Local produce, bric a brac, homemade goods. To reserve a stall or for more information please contact the Visitor Centre 01481 832345.
Saturday 29th June 2013
Sark Cricket Club welcomes Brokebat Mountain CC. Match to take place on the Millennium Field (outside the Island Hall) at 12 noon. 30 overs per inning - All Welcome.
Thursday 4th July 2013
Artists of Sark
A guided walk led by Visitor Officer Karen Adams. An exploration of the locations associated with some of the many artists who have been drawn to Sark throughout history, including where they lived and worked. We finish this walk in one of the most spectacular locations on Sark. Pre-booking essential. Starts 2 pm at the Mermaid Tavern. To book, telephone 01481 832345 or e-mail office@sark.co.uk Tickets cost £4 per adult and £2 per child. Minimum of 4 adults needed for the walk to go ahead
Thursday 4th July
Friend of Sark Music welcomes – Fascinating Aida. Not to be missed! Look forward to Fascinating Aida and their very entertaining cabaret act. 8 pm at The Island Hall. Tickets £15 [members of Friends of Sark Music £10] available at the Island Hall, Visitors Centre and on the night at the door.
Friday 5th July 2013
Guided Garden Walk through private gardens on the North of Sark not normally open to visitors. This walk starts at 2 pm from The Visitors Centre lasts around 2 hours and includes tea at the final stop, all for £3. No booking needed. All proceeds donated to local charities. Sorry no dogs and no unaccompanied children.
Friday 5th July – Sunday 7st July 2013
Sark Folk Festival
An exciting weekend of folk and acoustic music from Channel Island, UK, and French musicians. Join us for the fourth year in a weekend of traditional and contemporary folk song, dance, and culture in the beautiful surroundings of Sark. Tickets SOLD OUT Visit http://2013.sarkfolkfestival.com/ for more information.
Monday 8th July 2013
Guided walk -The Sea Around Us
A guided walk led by Jan Guy. Starts 2 pm at the Visitor Centre. This 2 hour walk explains fishing methods, local navigation and pilotage and touches on the natural history of our seas and shores. Drowning also features – but only in historical terms! A fairly easy stroll which finishes at the Pilcher Monument. Themes and routes might change if weather is inclement or paths temporarily out of use. Advanced booking is at the Visitor Centre is advised. Tickets cost £4 per adult. £2 per child. Strong footwear, lightweight waterproofs and small bottle of water are also advised. Minimum of 4 adults needed for the walk to go ahead. To book Tel: 01481 832345 or e-mail office@sark.co.uk
Wednesday 10th July 2013
Sark Cricket Club welcomes Nantes CC. Match to take place on the Millennium Field (outside the Island Hall) at 4pm. 30 overs per inning – All Welcome.
Wednesday 10th July 2013
SARK PHOTOGRAPHS Presentation by Sue Daly Saturday 10th July, 6pm in the Island Hall. Projection of new collection of Sark photographs from the 1880s. Recent donation to the Societe and never seen before on Sark. Come and help identify some of the locations and people. Please bring your pre-1950s Sark photographs too. All welcome, no entrance fee just Donations at the door.
Thursday 11th July 2013
Bee Aware – A talk by bee enthusiast & campaigner Brigit Strawbridge. In this informative talk Brigit explains the importance of, and difference between, honey bees, bumble bees and solitary bees, the problems they face and how you can help them. 5pm – 7pm at the Island Hall. All welcome, admission is fee. Retiring collection in support of the Art for the Love of Sark Project.
Friday 12th July 2013
Guided Garden Walk through private gardens on the East of Sark not normally open to visitors. This walk starts at 2 pm from The Visitors Centre lasts around 2 hours and includes tea at the final stop, all for £3. No booking needed. All proceeds donated to local charities. Sorry no dogs and no unaccompanied children.
Saturday 13th July 2013
Sark Football Club welcomes Captains FC. Match to take place on the Millennium Field (outside the Island Hall) Kick off at 10am – All Welcome.
Saturday 13th July 2013
Market Day at the Sark Visitor Centre courtyard starts at 11 am (weather permitting). Local produce, bric a brac, homemade goods. To reserve a stall or for more information please contact the Visitor Centre 01481 832345.
Saturday 13th July 2013
Sark Cricket Club welcomes Vagabonds CC. Match to take place on the Millennium Field (outside the Island Hall) at 12 noon. 30 overs per inning – All welcome.
Monday 15th July 2013
Marine Life exhibition at the Sark Visitor Centre. Free entry. From lunchtime. Until Sunday 1st September.
Friday 19th July 2013
Guided Garden Walk through private gardens on the West of Sark not normally open to visitors. This walk starts at 2 pm from The Visitors Centre lasts around 2 hours and includes tea at the final stop, all for £3. No booking needed. All proceeds donated to local charities. Sorry no dogs and no unaccompanied children.
Friday 19th July – Sunday 21st July 2013
Sheep Racing Weekend The ever-popular Sheep Racing will take place over the weekend of July 19th to 21st. More details will be given nearer the time.
Tuesday 23rd July 2013
Rockpool Ramble with Visitor Officer Karen Adams. Meet 1.30 pm at L’Eperquerie clearing. Families welcome. Come and explore the shore at low tide and discover the weird and wonderful creatures and plants which are specially adapted to their environment. Strong and waterproof footwear is essential. Bring a net and bucket if you have one. Children 14 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-booking essential. Minimum of 4 adults needed for the walk to take place. £4 per adult. £2 per child. To book tel 01481 832345 or e-mail office@sark.co.uk
Friday 26th July 2013
Guided Garden Walk through private gardens on the North of Sark not normally open to visitors. This walk starts at 2 pm from The Visitors Centre lasts around 2 hours and includes tea at the final stop, all for £3. No booking needed. All proceeds donated to local charities. Sorry no dogs and no unaccompanied children.
Saturday 27th July 2013
Market Day at the Sark Visitor Centre courtyard starts at 11 am (weather permitting). Local produce, bric a brac, homemade goods. To reserve a stall or for more information please contact the Visitor Centre 01481 832345.
Saturday 27th July 2013
Sark Cricket Club welcomes Alderney CC. Match to take place on the Millennium Field (outside the Island Hall) at 12 noon. 30 overs per inning - All Welcome.
Thursday 1st August 2013
Rockpool Ramble with Visitor Officer Karen Adams. Meet 9 am at Dixcart hotel. Families welcome. Come and explore the shore at low tide and discover the weird and wonderful creatures and plants which are specially adapted to their environment. Strong and waterproof footwear is essential. Bring a net and bucket if you have one. Children 14 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-booking essential. Minimum of 4 adults needed for the walk to take place. £4 per adult. £2 per child. To book tel 01481 832345 or e-mail office@sark.co.uk
Saturday 2nd August 2013
Sark Cricket Club welcomes MCC (Sponsor: Rocktrustees). Match to take place on the Millennium Field (outside the Island Hall) at 11am. 30 overs per inning - All Welcome.
Friday 2nd August 2013
Guided Garden Walk through private gardens on the East of Sark not normally open to visitors. This walk starts at 2 pm from The Visitors Centre lasts around 2 hours and includes tea at the final stop, all for £3. No booking needed. All proceeds donated to local charities. Sorry no dogs and no unaccompanied children.
Saturday 3rd August 2013
Market Day at the Sark Visitor Centre courtyard starts at 11 am (weather permitting). Local produce, bric a brac, homemade goods. To reserve a stall or for more information please contact the Visitor Centre 01481 832345.
Thursday 8th August 2013
Rockpool Ramble with Visitor Officer Karen Adams. Meet 2 pm at L’Eperquerie clearing. Families welcome. Come and explore the shore at low tide and discover the weird and wonderful creatures and plants which are specially adapted to their environment. Strong and waterproof footwear is essential. Bring a net and bucket if you have one. Children 14 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-booking essential. Minimum of 4 adults needed for the walk to take place. £4 per adult. £2 per child. To book tel 01481 832345 or e-mail office@sark.co.uk
Friday 9th August 2013
Guided Garden Walk through private gardens on the West of Sark not normally open to visitors. This walk starts at 2 pm from The Visitors Centre lasts around 2 hours and includes tea at the final stop, all for £3. No booking needed. All proceeds donated to local charities. Sorry no dogs and no unaccompanied children.
Saturday 10th August 2013
Sark Cricket Club welcomes G.A.C. Rebels CC. Match to take place on the Millennium Field (outside the Island Hall) at 12 noon. 30 overs per inning - All Welcome.
Saturday 10th August 2013
Church Fayre at St Peters Church. Details to follow soon.
Monday 12th August 2013
Guided walk – Sark Folk Tales. The strange and unexplained aspects of our mysterious island
Sark is rich in folk lore and this easy walk, led by Jan Guy, which starts from the Visitor Centre at 2.00 p.m. will take you to some of the sites were huge, red- eyed dogs, murderous pirates and chanting monks may have roamed. Suitable for accompanied children as well as adults the walk takes about 2.5 hours. Pre booking desirable. Minimum of 4 adults needed for the walk to go ahead. To book Tel: 01481 832345 or e-mail office@sark.co.uk Adults £4 Children £2
Friday 16th August 2013
Guided Garden Walk through private gardens on the North of Sark not normally open to visitors. This walk starts at 2 pm from The Visitors Centre lasts around 2 hours and includes tea at the final stop, all for £3. No booking needed. All proceeds donated to local charities. Sorry no dogs and no unaccompanied children.
Friday 16th August
Friends of Sark Music welcomes – Tony Jacobs with Jim Barry. The Music of George Gershwin, Cole Porter and Irvine Berlin. 8 pm at The Island Hall. Tickets £15 [members of Friends of Sark Music £10] available at the Island Hall, Visitors Centre and on the night at the door.
Saturday 17th August 2013
Sark Football Club welcomes AS Robona FC. Match to take place on the Millennium Field (outside the Island Hall) Kick off at 10am – All Welcome.
Saturday 17th August 2013
Sark Cricket Club welcomes Pound World Pirates CC. Match to take place on the Millennium Field (outside the Island Hall) at 12 noon. 30 overs per inning - All Welcome.
Sunday 18th August 2013
Sark Horse, Dog and Pet Show A real taste of island life at the Seigneurie Field. In the morning come along to watch dog agility shows or have a look in the pet tent and then stay for the traditional horse show in the afternoon. Refreshments available. Various stalls. Fun starts from 11 am.
Tuesday 20th August 2013
Rockpool Ramble with Visitor Officer Karen Adams. Meet 1 pm at L’Eperquerie clearing. Families welcome. Come and explore the shore at low tide and discover the weird and wonderful creatures and plants which are specially adapted to their environment. Strong and waterproof footwear is essential. Bring a net and bucket if you have one. Children 14 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-booking essential. Minimum of 4 adults needed for the walk to take place. £4 per adult. £2 per child. To book tel 01481 832345 or e-mail office@sark.co.uk
Friday 23rd August 2013
Guided Garden Walk through private gardens on the East of Sark not normally open to visitors. This walk starts at 2 pm from The Visitors Centre lasts around 2 hours and includes tea at the final stop, all for £3. No booking needed. All proceeds donated to local charities. Sorry no dogs and no unaccompanied children.
Saturday 24th August 2013
Market Day at the Sark Visitor Centre courtyard starts at 11 am (weather permitting). Local produce, bric a brac, homemade goods. To reserve a stall or for more information please contact the Visitor Centre 01481 832345.
Monday 26th August 2013
Guided walk – Sark Folk Tales. The strange and unexplained aspects of our mysterious island
Sark is rich in folk lore and this easy walk, led by Jan Guy, which starts from the Visitor Centre at 2 pm will take you to some of the sites were huge, red- eyed dogs, murderous pirates and chanting monks may have roamed. Suitable for accompanied children as well as adults the walk takes about 2.5 hours. Pre booking desirable. Minimum of 4 adults needed for the walk to go ahead. Adults £4 Children £2 To book Tel: 01481 832345 or e-mail office@sark.co.uk
Wednesday 28th August – Thursday 29th August 2013
Grand Autumn Show
The largest of the island’s two flower and produce shows takes place at the Island Hall.
Friday 30th August 2013
Guided Garden Walk through private gardens on the West of Sark not normally open to visitors. This walk starts at 2 pm from The Visitors Centre lasts around 2 hours and includes tea at the final stop, all for £3. No booking needed. All proceeds donated to local charities. Sorry no dogs and no unaccompanied children.
Saturday 31st August 2013
Sark Cricket Club welcomes 6-A-Side Festival CC. Match to take place on the Millennium Field (outside the Island Hall) at 9:30am. 30 overs per inning – All Welcome.
Monday 2nd September 2013
‘Sark the Movie’ exhibition at the Sark Visitor Centre. Free entry. From lunchtime. Until end November.
Tuesday 3rd September 2013
Fragments of Old Sark
A guided walk led by Visitor Officer Karen Adams in which you will discover history in the landscape and old buildings of Sark. Pre-booking advisable. Starts 2 pm at the Sark Visitor Centre. To book, telephone 01481 832345 or e-mail office@sark.co.uk. Tickets cost £4 per adult and £2 per child. Minimum of 4 adults needed for the walk to go ahead.
Friday 6th September 2013
Guided Garden Walk through private gardens on the North of Sark not normally open to visitors. This walk starts at 2 pm from The Visitors Centre lasts around 2 hours and includes tea at the final stop, all for £3. No booking needed. All proceeds donated to local charities. Sorry no dogs and no unaccompanied children.
Saturday 7th September 2013
Market Day at the Sark Visitor Centre courtyard starts at 11am (weather permitting). Local produce, bric a brac, homemade goods. To reserve a stall or for more information please contact the Visitor Centre 01481 832345.
Monday 9th September
Guided walk -Seigneurs and Dames – The good the bad and the lovely!
A guided walk led by Jan Guy. Starts 2 pm at the Visitor Centre. This 2 hour walk enlightens you about the 3 main families which have held the Fief of Sark from 1565 to the present day. You will learn of the altruism, eccentricities and difficulties of our Seigneurs and Dames. Themes and routes might change if weather is inclement or paths temporarily out of use. Advanced booking is at the Visitor Centre is advised. Tickets cost £4 per adult. £2 per child. Strong footwear, lightweight waterproofs and small bottle of water are also advised. Minimum of 4 adults needed for the walk to go ahead. To book Tel: 01481 832345 or e-mail office@sark.co.uk
Friday 13th September 2013
Guided Garden Walk through private gardens on the East of Sark not normally open to visitors. This walk starts at 2 pm from The Visitors Centre lasts around 2 hours and includes tea at the final stop, all for £3. No booking needed. All proceeds donated to local charities. Sorry no dogs and no unaccompanied children.
Saturday 14th September 2013
Sark Cricket Club welcomes Guernsey Post CC. Match to take place on the Millennium Field (outside the Island Hall) at 12 noon. 30 overs per inning – All Welcome.
Tuesday 17th September 2013
Fragments of Old Sark
A guided walk led by Visitor Officer Karen Adams in which you will discover history in the landscape and old buildings of Sark. Pre-booking advisable. Starts 2 pm at the Sark Visitor Centre. To book, telephone 01481 832345 or e-mail office@sark.co.uk. Tickets cost £4 per adult and £2 per child. Minimum of 4 adults needed for the walk to go ahead.
Friday 20th September 2013
Guided Garden Walk through private gardens on the West of Sark not normally open to visitors. This walk starts at 2 pm from The Visitors Centre lasts around 2 hours and includes tea at the final stop, all for £3. No booking needed. All proceeds donated to local charities. Sorry no dogs and no unaccompanied children.
Saturday 21st September 2013
Sark Football Club welcomes Los Guernacticos FC. Match to take place on the Millennium Field (outside the Island Hall) Kick off at 10am – All Welcome.
Wednesday 25th September
Friends of Sark Music welcomes – Kosmos Ensemble String Trio, Including music from the Balkans. 8 pm at The Island Hall. Tickets £15 [members of Friends of Sark Music £10] available at the Island Hall, Visitors Centre and on the night at the door.
Wednesday 9th October
Friends of Sark Music welcomes – Adolfo Barabino a Classical pianist. 8 pm at The Island Hall. Tickets £15 [members of Friends of Sark Music £10] available at the Island Hall, Visitors Centre and on the night at the door.
Events 2012
Monday 16th January – Saturday 12th May 2012
‘Wildflowers’ exhibition at the Visitor Centre Come to find out more about the profusion of Spring wildflowers you are enjoying on the cliffs, by the road side and in the valleys. Free Admission.
Saturday 17th March – Sunday 18th March 2012
SAstroS Mini Starfest
Saturday 17th – 12.30 talk by guest speaker Dr Marek Kukula followed by a chance to ask questions 3-4 pm The Planets Suite DVD of the Houston Symphony Orchestra with NASA fly-by pictures of the planets. 6pm buffet supper at Hathaway’s Restaurant followed by star-gazing. Sunday 18th – 1pm A hosted lunch at Stocks in the company of Dr Kukula and star-gazing in the evening if the weather is kind.
Friday 6th April 2012
Good Friday at the Beauregard duckpond. Come and sail your boat on the pond. All ages welcome. Hot chocolate and hot cross buns for sale.
Saturday 28th April – Saturday 12th May 2012
Wildflower Fortnight See the best of Sark’s wildflowers by joining a guided walk lead by wildflower enthusiasts every Monday, Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday. For further details or to book please contact The Visitor Centre telephone 01481 832345 or contact us via email Tickets cost £4 per adult, £1.50 per child. Numbers limited to 12, so please book early.
Saturday 28th April 2012
Wildflower walk, starts 2pm at the Sark Visitor Centre. Exploring the area around the Pilcher Monument.
Sunday 29th April 2012
Wildflower walk. Little Sark. Starts 2pm at La Sablonnerie.
Monday 30th April 2012
Wildflower walk, starts 2pm at the Sark Visitor Centre. Exploring the area around the Gouliot headland.
Wednesday 2nd May 2012
Wildflower walk, starts 10.30 am at the Sark Visitor Centre. Exploring the area around the Dixcart woods.
Friday 4th May 2012
Sark Music Presents ‘The Heath Quartet’ – Violins, Viola & Cello ~ Sark School 1.35pm & Island Hall at 8.00pm
Saturday 5th May 2012
Wildflower walk, starts 2pm at the Sark Visitor Centre. Exploring the area around the Derrible headland.
Sunday 6th May 2012
Wildflower walk. Little Sark. Starts 2pm at La Sablonnerie.
Monday 7th May 2012
Bank Holiday Wildflower walk, starts 2pm at the Sark Visitor Centre. Exploring the area around La Ville Roussel.
Monday 7th May 2012
The Sark World Aid Walk Start and finish at the Island Hall. Registration from 11 am. Walk starts at 12 noon. Appox. 6 miles. Bring along a picnic and stop off along the route. Tire the dogs and the children out, as well as raising money for a deserving cause. In support of Christian Aid, Oxfam, Save the Children, Action Aid, the Tumaini Fund and Hope for a Child.
Wednesday 9th May 2012
Wildflower walk, starts 2pm at the Sark Visitor Centre. Exploring the area around the Eperquerie Common.
Thursday 10th May 2012
Liberation Day on Sark Visit of 12 Chelsea Pensioners and 11 Ghurkas. They will be at the Bel Air in from 11 am onwards and will meet the children outside the Church at 12 noon. At 12.15 pm William Jenkins will conduct a simple ceremony and lament at the grave of Nanette Hamon.
Thursday 10th May 2012
Glimpses of the Occupation
A two hour guided walk led by Visitor Officer Karen Adams, looking at some of the places associated with the Occupation of Sark 1940-1945. Pre-booking advisable. Starts 2pm at the Sark Visitor Centre. To book, telephone 01481 832345. Tickets cost £4 per adult and £1.50 per child.
Saturday 12th May 2012
The last Wildflower walk of the fortnight, starts 2pm at the Sark Visitor Centre. Another chance to explore the area around the Gouliot headland.
Monday 14th May – Sat 30th June 2012
‘Occupation’ exhibition at the Visitor Centre An excellent collection of information, photos, films and artefacts related to the Occupation of Sark during World War 11. Free admission.
Wednesday 16th May 2012
Sark Music Presents ‘Cantabile’ – Vocal Cabaret ~ Sark School 1.35pm & Island Hall at 8.00pm
Friday 18th May – Sunday 20th May 2012
Historic Sark Buildings Weekend Friday 18th – 11 am Tour of the Manoir area. Meet at the Visitor Centre 2.30 pm Tour of the Mill and Petit Beauregard. Meet at the Mill. 8 pm Talk at Societe Sercquaise ‘The Sark House’ Saturday 19th – 2 pm Tour of the Dixcart area. Meet at La Petite Poule. Sunday 20th – 2 pm Tour of La Seignneurie area. Meet at La Moinerie. Tours cost £3 per day, or £7 for the weekend.
Saturday 26th May 2012
Sark Singers Concert. They have been reheasing all winter and invite you to join them for their public performance at the Island Hall at 8 pm.
Thursday 31st May 2012
Sark Music Presents ‘Southbank Sinfonia’ – Orchestral Ensemble ~ Sark School 1.35pm & Island Hall at 8.00pm
Saturday 2nd June 2012
Market Day at the Sark Visitor Centre courtyard starts at 11am (weather permitting). Local produce, bric a brac, homemade goods. To reserve a stall or for more information please contact the Visitor Centre 01481 832345.
Saturday 2nd June 2012
SARK 10 Cross Country Running Races – A challenging undulating course with stunning scenery. 10 mile race £12 entry. 5 km race £7.50 entry. Pay on the day. Registration at the Island Hall from 9 am onwards. Races start at 12.15. Prize giving approx. 2pm. For more information please go to www.sarkee.com or contact Michael Doyle 07781 104 834 or email sark10@sarkee.com
Saturday 2nd June – Monday 11th June 2012
Scarecrow Trail week – the theme this year is a ‘regal’ one Trail quiz competition forms available from the Sark Visitor centre midday on Sat 2nd June, to be returned by 10am Monday 11th June.
Monday 4th June 2012
Diamond Jubilee Celebrations 4.30 pm A Street party for all children and families, with live music and street entertainers throughout the afternoon. 7 pm till 1 am Evening entertainment in the marquee behind the carraige park. Buffet, live music and disco. 10 pm Lighting of the Sark beacon.
Thursday 14th June 2012
Sark Music Presents ‘Orsino Piano Trio’ – Piano, Violin & Cello ~ Sark School 1.35pm & Island Hall 8.00pm
Saturday 16th June 2012
Market Day at the Sark Visitor Centre courtyard starts at 11am (weather permitting). Local produce, bric a brac, homemade goods. To reserve a stall or for more information please contact the Visitor Centre 01481 832345.
Thursday 21st June 2012
A mid-summer night performance of ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream‘ by William Shakespeare. In the Courtyard of Stocks Hotel. Watch this space for further announcements.
Saturday 23rd June 2012
An hour of Entertainment from the Glees Conductor – Fiona Le Tissier Accompanist – Peter Le Messurier Soloist – Richard Collas Poetry Readings – Jill Stephenson Retiring collection in aid of Parkinson’s UK – Guernsey Branch
Saturday 23rd June 2012
Midsummer Masked Ball At the Cider Press Room, Stocks Hotel 8pm till midnight. £28 per person, to include a 3-course supper, live music for waltzing and a disco. Cool down under the stars by the swimming pool. Event organised by SAtroS to celebrate Sark’s status as the world’s first Dark Sky Island. To book please contact Annie on 01481 832740 or Darren on 07781 449758.
Wednesday 27th June – Thursday 28th June 2012
Midsummer Show The Island Hall becomes home to the finest Sark flowers and produce.
Thursday 28th June 2012
Artists of Sark
A guided walk led by Visitor Officer Karen Adams. An exploration of the locations associated with some of the many artists who have been drawn to Sark throughout history, including where they lived and worked. We finish this walk in one of the most spectacular locations on Sark. Pre-booking advisable. Starts 2pm at the Sark Visitor Centre. To book, telephone 01481 832345. Tickets cost £4 per adult and £1.50 per child
Friday 29th June – Sunday 1st July 2012
Sark Folk Festival 2012
An exciting weekend of folk and acoustic music from Channel Island, UK, and French musicians. Join us for the third year in a weekend of traditional and contemporary folk song, dance, and culture in the beautiful surroundings of Sark.
Saturday 30th June 2012
Market Day at the Sark Visitor Centre courtyard starts at 11am (weather permitting). Local produce, bric a brac, homemade goods. To reserve a stall or for more information please contact the Visitor Centre 01481 832345.
Monday 2nd July – Saturday 1st September 2012
‘Light-houses’ exhibition at the Sark Visitor Centre. This lovely exhibition is a celebration of our closest lighhouses, their keepers and the service they have rendered to mariners over the years. Free admission.
Tuesday 3rd July 2012
Sark Lighthouse Tour – Guided Tour around the Lighthouse. Starts at the lighthouse steps at 4pm. Bookings essential as limited places. £4.00 per adult and £1.50 per child (no young children). Telephone 01481 832345 or book at the Sark Visitor Centre.
Friday 6th July 2012
BOOK LAUNCH Publication of ‘Art for the Love of Sark’ 3pm till 7.30 pm at Stocks Hotel, with special guest David Bellamy, speaking at 6.30 pm.
Art for the Love of Sark, published to highlight the beauty and fragility of Sark’s unique ecosystem and way of life. Finest quality reproductions of original artwork produced by award winning Artists who visited Sark in 2011. The book is a visual delight and is accompanied by a complementaryfilm on DVD about The Island featuring the music of Peter Gabriel Byrne and David Lynn Grimes, the Artists and the Project.
Friday 6th July 2012
Sark Music Presents ‘Llyr Williams’ – Pianist ~ Island Hall 8.00pm A highly rated international pianist who has produced a splendid and varied programme for the Bailiwick Islands. Please click here to see the poster.
Monday 9th July 2012
How Sark Works – Politics, Sewage & Taxes
A guided walk led by Jan Guy. Starts 2pm at the Visitor Centre. This 2 hour walk, which has one fairly steep ascent, attempts to answer all the questions visitors to the island ask: Where does your water come from? Where do your children go to school? Do you pay tax? Themes and routes might change if weather is inclement or paths temporarily out of use. Advanced booking at the Visitor Centre is advised. Tickets cost £4 per adult. £1.50 per child. Strong footwear, lightweight waterproofs and small bottle of water are also advised.
Tuesday 10th July 2012
Sark Lighthouse Tour – Guided tour of the lighthouse. Starts at the lighthouse steps at 4pm. Bookings essential as limited places. Tickets are £4 per adult and £1.50 per child (no young children). Telephone 01481 832345 or book at the Sark Visitor Centre.
Saturday 14th July 2012
Sark Music Presents ‘The Bourne Concert Band’ – 40 Piece Band ~ Island Hall 2.00pm
Saturday 14th July 2012
Market Day at the Sark Visitor Centre courtyard starts at 11am (weather permitting). Local produce, bric a brac, homemade goods. To reserve a stall or for more information please call the Visitor Centre 01481 832345.
Monday 16th July 2012
Seigneurs and Dames – The good the bad and the lovely!
A guided walk led by Jan Guy. Starts 2pm at the Visitor Centre. This 2 hour walk enlightens you about the 3 main families which have held the Fief of Sark from 1565 to the present day. You will learn of the altruism, eccentricities and difficulties of our Seigneurs and Dames. Themes and routes might change if weather is inclement or paths temporarily out of use. Advanced booking is at the Visitor Centre is advised. Tickets cost £4 per adult. £1.50 per child. Strong footwear, lightweight waterproofs and small bottle of water are also advised.
Tuesday 17th July 2012
Sark Lighthouse Tour – Guided tour of the lighthouse. Starts at the lighthouse steps at 4pm. Booking essential as limited places. Tickets cost £4 per adult and £1.50 per child (no young children). Telephone 01481 832345 or book at the Visitor Centre.
Friday 20th July 2012
Royal Visit – HRH The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall HRH Prince Charles and The Duchess of Cornwall will visit Sark on Friday morning at approx. 10:30am They will arrive by helicopter on the Millennium field where they will be greeted by the Seigneur. They will meet our Sark School children and inspect a parade of the Royal British Leigon (Sark Branch). The Seigneur will then make a welcoming address and invite their Royal Highnesses to uveil a plaque to commemorate the Diamond Jubilee, after which they will meet local community members and Conseilleurs of Chief Pleas. ALL ARE WELCOME. (the above will take place in the Island Hall in the event of wet weather)
Friday 20th July – Sunday 22nd July 2012
Sheep Racing Weekend The ever-popular Sheep Racing will take place over the weekend of July 20th to 22nd. Friday night is Party Night with live music, including City Limits, from 7 p.m. Saturday starts with the Fancy Dress Parade from La Colinette to the Millennium Field at 11.45 a.m. Racing starts soon after. The last race is around 4.20 p.m. after which there will be more live music into the evening. Racing continues on Sunday. More details will be given nearer the time.
Tuesday 24th July 2012
Fragments of Old Sark
A guided walk led by Visitor Officer Karen Adams in which you will discover history in the landscape and old buildings of Sark. Pre-booking advisable. Starts 2pm at the Sark Visitor Centre. To book, telephone 01481 832345. Tickets cost £4 per adult and £1.50 per child.
Saturday 28th July 2012
Market Day at the Sark Visitor Centre courtyard starts at 11am (weather permitting). Local produce, bric a brac, homemade goods. To reserve a stall or for more information please call 01481 832345
Monday 30th July 2012
The Sea Around Us
A guided walk led by Jan Guy. Starts 2pm at the Visitor Centre. This 2 hour walk explains fishing methods, local navigation and pilotage and touches on the natural history of our seas and shores. Drowning also features – but only in historical terms! A fairly easy stroll which finishes at the Pilcher Monument. Themes and routes might change if weather is inclement or paths temporarily out of use. Advanced booking is at the Visitor Centre is advised. Tickets cost £4 per adult. £1.50 per child. Strong footwear, lightweight waterproofs and small bottle of water are also advised.
Thursday 2nd August 2012
Sark Lighthouse Tour – Guided tour of the lighthouse. Starts at the lighthouse steps at 4pm. Bookings essential as limited places. Tickets are £4 per adult and £1.50 per child (no young children). Telephone 01481 832345 or book at the Sark Visitor Centre.
Saturday 4th August 2012
Market Day at the Sark Visitor Centre courtyard starts at 11am (weather permitting). Local produce, bric a brac, homemade goods. To reserve a stall or for more information please contact the Visitor Centre 01481 832345.
Monday 6th August 2012
How Sark Works – Politics, Sewage & Taxes
A guided walk led by Jan Guy. Starts 2pm at the Visitor Centre. This 2 hour walk, which has one fairly steep ascent, attempts to answer all the questions visitors to the island ask: Where does your water come from? Where do your children go to school? Do you pay tax? Themes and routes might change if weather is inclement or paths temporarily out of use. Advanced booking is at the Visitor Centre is advised. Tickets cost £4 per adult. £1.50 per child. Strong footwear, lightweight waterproofs and small bottle of water are also advised.
Saturday 11th August 2012
St Peter’s Church Church Fayre. 2 pm at the Vicarage. Traditional stalls and games.
Sunday 12th August 2012
Traditional Sea Service at the Creux Harbour at 12 noon. The Guernsey Life Boat will be in attendance. All are welcome. RNLI souvenirs will be on sale.
Monday 13th August 2012
Seigneurs and Dames – The good the bad and the lovely!
A guided walk led by Jan Guy. Starts 2pm at the Visitor Centre. This 2 hour walk enlightens you about the 3 main families which have held the Fief of Sark from 1565 to the present day. You will learn of the altruism, eccentricities and difficulties of our Seigneurs and Dames. Themes and routes might change if weather is inclement or paths temporarily out of use. Advanced booking is at the Visitor Centre is advised. Tickets cost £4 per adult. £1.50 per child. Strong footwear, lightweight waterproofs and small bottle of water are also advisable.
Sunday 19th August 2012
Sark Horse, Dog and Pet Show A real taste of island life at the Seigneurie Field. In the morning come along to watch dog agility shows or have a look in the pet tent and then stay for the traditional horse show in the afternoon. Refreshments available. Various stalls. BREAKING NEWS … This event will be officially opened by Carl Hester, gold medal winner at the London Olympics for dressage. He will be on the horse show field from 11 am till 12 pm.
Tuesday 21st August 2012
Artists of Sark
A guided walk led by Visitor Officer Karen Adams. An exploration of the locations associated with some of the many artists who have been drawn to Sark throughout history, including where they lived and worked. We finish this walk in one of the most spectacular locations on Sark. Pre-booking advisable. Starts 2pm at the Sark Visitor Centre. To book, telephone 01481 832345. Tickets cost £4 per adult and £1.50 per child.
Monday 27th August 2012
The Sea Around Us
A guided walk led by Jan Guy. Starts 2pm at the Visitor Centre. This 2 hour walk explains fishing methods, local navigation and pilotage and touches on the natural history of our seas and shores. Drowning also features – but only in historical terms! A fairly easy stroll which finishes at the Pilcher Monument. Themes and routes might change if weather is inclement or paths temporarily out of use. Advanced booking is at the Visitor Centre is advised. Tickets cost £4 per adult. £1.50 per child. Strong footwear, lightweight waterproofs and small bottle of water are also advised.
Wednesday 29th August – Thursday 30th August 2012
Grand Autumn Show
The largest of the island’s two flower and produce shows takes place at the Island Hall.
Tuesday 4th September 2012
Fragments of Old Sark
A guided walk led by Visitor Officer Karen Adams in which you will discover history in the landscape and old buildings of Sark. Pre-booking advisable. Starts 2pm at the Sark Visitor Centre. To book, telephone 01481 832345. Tickets cost £4 per adult and £1.50 per
Saturday 8th September – Saturday 3rd November 2012
‘Dark Sky’ exhibition at the Sark Visitor Centre. Winning entries from the Astronomy Photographer of the Year Competition will be on display. The competition is the world’s premier astro imaging competition and exhibition run by the Royal Observatory Greenwich in conjunction with Sky at Night Magazine. Now in its fourth year, Astronomy Photographer of the Year has generated an ever-expanding community of enthusiasts and professionals, all dedicated to pushing technology to its limits and charting the beauty of the skies. The exhibition is a selection of winning and highly commended photographs from past competitions revealing beautiful objects from within our solar system and far into deep space. There will also be images of Sark’s night sky on show from island-based photographer Sue Daly. Admission is free.
Saturday 8th September 2012
Celebration of the Sea
Up at the North end of the island. Entertainment includes live music, craft demonstrations, face-painting and plenty of delicious local sea food. Funds raised go towards the ‘Pennies from Heaven’ appeal.
Thursday 13th September 2012
Sark Music Presents ‘Adolfo Barabino’ – Pianist ~ Island Hall 8.00pm
Saturday 15th September 2012
Sark to Jersey Rowing Race starting at 1.45pm from the usual line outside Dixcart Bay The organisers of the Sark to Jersey rowing race had to postpone the event from 30th June to 14th July this year because of poor weather. The reserve date also fell foul to high winds and rough seas and it was looking like it would have to be cancelled for the first time in 46 years since the race started. However, rowers are a hardy lot and this is the highlight of their season. They decided to have one last try in order to maintain an unbroken tradition. All the usual safety precautions will be in place, including both Jersey’s RNLI boats, which will follow the fleet.
Saturday 15th – 16th September 2012
SAatros Starfest Programme Saturday 15th – 1.00pm Illustrated talk by The Public Astronomer Dr Marek Kukula ‘Do Black Holes Really Exist?‘ at the Island Hall followed by Q&A – 4.00pm You are then invited to join the guest speaker to view the exhibition of the Astronomy Photographer of the Year winning entries at the Sark Visitor Centre (Winning Entries & Dark Skies exhibition 8th September – 2nd November at Visitors Centre) – 6:00pm to 8:00pm Dinner* hosted by Dr Kukula at Stocks Hotel – 9:00pm Stargazing guided walks * night carriages * Sunday 16th – 1.00pm Lunch* with Dr Kukula at Hathaways Restaurant *Book in advance
Tuesday 25th September 2012
Sark Music Presents ‘David Rees-Williams’ – Piano/Organ, Bass & Drums ~ Island Hall 8.00pm
Wednesday 3rd October 2012
Sark Music Presents ‘Budapest Cafe Orchestra – Mid European music quartet ~ Island Hall 8.00pm
Saturday 13th October 2012
Sark Music Presents ‘Adam’s Apple’ – Musical Theatre Cabaret ~ Island Hall 8.00pm
Wednesday 31st October 2012
Sark Music Presents Libor Nováček, Pianist, – specialist in Lizst, Janacek and Brahms ~ Island Hall 8.00pm
Friday 16th November 2012
An Island Parish - A new series chronicling the lives of residents on our beautiful Island starts Friday 16th November at 8:30pm on BBC 2
Saturday 17th November 2012
Coffee morning in Aid of St. Peter’s Church 10.30 -12.30 at AJs cafe
December and Christmas events on Sark 2012
Please click here to see details of events happening in the next few weeks. Courtesy of Gallery magazine.
Carol singing
Sunday 16th Dec South and West routes Meet 6pm at Plaisance Monday 17th Dec Central route Meet 6pm at Carrefour Friday 21st Dec North route, including the Island Hall Meet 6pm at the Chapel Sat 22nd Dec East route Meet 6pm at Carrefour Christmas Eve The Avenue Meet 11.30 am at the Post Office
