Eat, Drink & Shop Keep yourself fed and watered as you explore the island with this map of eateries & shops. Click on a pin to see the name of the establishment and their site. Scroll down for a weekly calendar of Eatery opening times. Where's open when? A guide to eatery opening times. These opening times are subject to change. To avoid disappointment please check directly with the eatery. Eatery Mon Tues Wed Thurs Fri Sat Sun Bel Air Inn 01481 832052 Close d until further notice Bon Marin Café 01481 832666 Close d Close d 10:00 – 14:00 18:00 – 20:00 10:00 – 14:00 18:00 – 20:00 10:00 – 14:00 18:00 – 20:00 09:00 – 14:00 18:00 – 20:00 11:00 - 14:00 Buddy’s Café 01481 832566 Close d until further notice Captains Bar 01481 832666 16:00 – close 16:00 – close 16:00 – close 16:00 – close 14:00 – close 10:00 – close 11:00 – close Caragh Chocolates 07781 132414 10:00 – 17:00 10:00 – 17:00 10:00 – 17:00 10:00 – 17:00 10:00 – 17:00 10:00 – 17:00 10:00 – 17:00 Foodstop Store 01481 832660 07:45 – 17:00 07:45 – 17:00 07:45 – 17:00 07:45 – 17:00 07:45 – 17:00 09:00 – 14:00 10:30 – 12:30 Eatery Mon Tues Wed Thurs Fri Sat Sun Fleur du Jardin Café 01481 832255 Closed 11:00 – 16:00 11:00 – 16:00 11:00 – 16:00 11:00 – 16:00 11:00 – 16:00 11:00 – 16:00 Gran Fu Catering 0 7781 119 640 Available for private bookings year-round & Summer popups. Harbour Café 07781 154261 Closed for Winter Hathaway’s Restaurant 01481 832233 Closed for Winter Hathaway’s L’Express Café 01481 832233 Closed for Winter Hugo's Bar & Restaurant 01481 832042 Closed for Winter Eatery Mon Tues Wed Thurs Fri Sat Sun Island Alchemy Closed Closed Closed Closed Closed 11:00 - 17:00 12:00 - 15:00 Little Snack Shack 07781 465030 Closed for Winter Mermaid Tavern 01481 832022 12:00 – 23:45 12:00 – 23:45 12:00 – 23:45 12:00 – 23:45 12:00 – 23:45 12:00 – 23:45 12:00 – 18:00 Mon Plaisir Store 01481 832600 09:00 – 18:00 09:00 – 18:00 09:00 – 18:00 09:00 – 18:00 09:00 – 18:00 09:00 – 18:00 10:00 – 15:00 Nova’s Restaurant 01481 832580 09:00 – 14:00 18:00 – 20:00 09:00 – 14:00 18:00 – 20:00 Closed 09:00 – 14:00 18:00 – 20:00 09:00 – 14:00 18:00 – 20:00 09:00 – 14:00 18:00 – 20:00 09:00 – 14:00 18:00 – 20:00 Old Hall Bar 01481 832122 10:00 – late 10:00 – late 10:00 – late 10:00 – late 10:00 – late 10:00 – late 11:00 – 16:00 Eatery Mon Tues Wed Thurs Fri Sat Sun Old Hall Restaurant 01481 832122 12:00 – 14:00 12:00 – 14:00 12:00 – 14:00 18:00 – 20:00 12:00 – 14:00 12:00 – 14:00 18:00 – 20:00 12:00 – 14:00 18:00 – 20:00 Closed Randall's Off License 07781 120983 Open every day Open every day Open every day Open every day Open every day Open every day Open every day Scooby’s Café 07781 448656 Close d until further notice Smugglers Bar at Stocks 01481 832001 12:00 - 16:30 12:00 - 16:30 12:00 - 16:30 12:00 - 16:30 12:00 - 16:30 12:00 - 16:30 12:00 - 16:30 Stock’s Hotel Restaurant 01481 832001 Seatings at 18:00 and 20:00 Seatings at 18:00 and 20:00 Closed Seatings at 18:00 and 20:00 Seatings at 18:00 and 20:00 Seatings at 18:00 and 20:00 Seatings at 18:00 and 20:00 Time and Tide Restaurant 01481 833006 Closed Closed 08:00 – 14:00 18:00 – 20:00 Closed 08:00 – 14:00 18:00 – 20:00 08:00 – 14:00 18:00 – 20:00 08:00 – 14:00

The Isle of Sark hosts events throughout the year, including unique annual fundraisers and family fun days that are bound to be the highlight of any social calendar. What's on Event & Activities Browse all or filter by month JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC 2027 Ongoing Ongoing Art in Sark Ongoing exhibition of collages by Sark artist Louise Hill, at the Sark Art Gallery. Ongoing Permaculture Tours Permaculture garden tours available throughout the season at Stocks Hotel. Ongoing Euchre Mondays Fancy a game of Euchre? Every Monday at The Old Hall. All Welcome. Ongoing Gentle Movement Every Monday at the Island Hall. This class is open to all ages and abilities. Ongoing Sark Yoga For Restorative Yoga and Ad-Hoc classes follow our Facebook Page or QR code. Ongoing Cricket Friendly Every Tuesday until further notice. Try your hand at cricket, all levels welcome. Ongoing Jam Nights Jam sessions every Wednesday evening at The Old Hall. All welcome! Ongoing Beyond the Shadows Discover the dream-like photographs by Helen Glencross. Ongoing Exhibition Sale A chance to own original Sark artwork for a very reasonable price! Ongoing Sercquiais lessons Beginner level online Sercquaise lessons. Help save our heritage language! Ongoing Halloween Painting Channel some spooky creativity with these Halloween Arts and Crafts. Ongoing HIIT Classes Join SarkFit every Thursday for HIIT and Circuit Classes with Danny Cotton. Ongoing Running Club Join Sark Running Club for Saturday morning runs and other ad-hoc outings. Ongoing Chocolate Sale Grab yourself a delicious treat at Caragh Chocolates’ end of season sale. Ends October 31st. Ongoing Sark Sauna Sark weekends are heating up. Enjoy drop-in or pre-booked sauna sessions. 21/10/26 Pumpkin Contest Try your hand at pumpkin carving and win a Halloween prize! 23/10/26 Sports Club Dinner The annual awards ceremony dinner hosted by Sark Sports Club. 24/10/26 Pumpkin Party Pick a pumpkin, have a swim in the pool and round off the afternoon with tea and cake! 28/10/26 Girls Darts League Join the girls darts league for a fun and friendly weekly social event. 30/10/26 Pebble Hunt Get spotting those spooky painted pebbles around the island and win a prize! 31/10/26 Bonkers Bingo It doesn't get more crazy than this boys and girls! Now it's spooky too! Yikes! 01/11/26 All Souls Service A united service of remembrance, at St. Peter’s Church. All welcome. 07/11/26 Bonfire Night Don’t miss Bonfire Night on Sark! Hot food, drinks and after party at the Island Hall! 08/11/26 Remembrance Lunch A Remembrance Day community lunch in the Toplis Room at the Island Hall. 12/11/26 National Theatre Live Showing of Golden Boy at the Sanctuary Centre. 14/11/26 Conker Champions Ready, steady, conker! Join the championship to be crowned conker king! 28/11/26 Xmas Market Support local and get your Christmas gifts at the Creative Sark market this season. 18-19/12/26 Christmas Show The much loved Sark Christmas Show, showing on the 18th & 19th. Year 2027 Year of the Norman Celebrating the birth of William the Conqueror and Norman French heritage. 2027 Season Sark Boat Trips Daily round-island boat trips & charters available during the Summer season. 01/05/27 La Beltane Festival Fayre by day, festival by night. May Day celebrations not to miss! 01/05/27 Sark Open Golf A fun day out playing golf in one of the most scenic courses! 29-30/05/27 1565 Theatre Show A night of Sark-centric comedic delights brought to you by Sark Theatre Group. 04-06/06/27 Île d’Argent Save the date for Sark's first ever Norman Metal Festival this year of the Norman. 05/06/27 Sark 10 Race The most beautiful run in the Channel Islands! Save the date. 07-08/08/27 Fief & Folk Festival Save the date for Sark’s first ever Pirate Folk Festival celebrating our Fiefdom!

The Isle of Sark has many many organised activities to suit all interests, including sea excursions, wellbeing sessions, historical exhibitions and artistic craft workshops! Discover them here. Activities on Sark Browse all or filter by type Activity Carriage Ride Cycle Hire Event Services Heritage Shopping Wellness AtoBCycles.jpg A-B4.jpg photo_1.jpg AtoBCycles.jpg 1/5 A to B Cycles We offer flexible hire periods, value for money and friendly service. We have a selection of both mountain bikes and standard cycles. 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 locks with each cycle. Baskets, helmets and lights are available if required. +44 (0) 1481 832 844 bookings@atobcycles.com 009.jpg Down_chimney_to_Gouliot_BUDGIE.jpg 052.jpg 009.jpg 1/9 Adventure Sark Adventure Sark is a local company with local guides providing activities for all visitors to Sark, on land or sea. These activities include: Coasteering, Kayaking, Activiquiz, Corporate Fun Days, Team Building. Available for Hen & Stag parties, Birthday parties, Schools , Scouts & Guides and Corporate group bookings. +44 (0) 7781 130 403 bookings@adventuresark.gg yogaBackground.jpg yogaBackground.jpg 1/1 Ana’s Yoga Workshops YOGA ~ BREATHWORK ~ NEUROSCIENCE Join me on a transformative journey designed to unwind, reset & recharge. Yoga & conscious breathing are combined to restore the nervous system and regulate emotions. Sea-swimming and walking meditation can also be included. Bespoke workshops can be booked for events, groups or one-to-one sessions. WhatsApp only. +34 623 178 517 sarkislandyoga@gmail.com IMG_1776.JPG IMG_1590.jpg IMG_1776.JPG 1/2 Avenue Cycles Avenue Cycle Hire is a family- owned business that has been providing the highest quality bikes and service to the Sark community since the 1960’s. Our hire fleet consists of every bike and accessory needed for a perfect trip to Sark. Visit our website or give us a ring and we will provide everything your holiday requires. +44 (0) 1481 832 102 avenuecyclessark@gmail.com Shop Front[76]_web.jpg IMG_5211 2[32][100]_web.JPG D4A7D068-543D-4EF5-BEF1-383F7E852E20_1_201_a[19][14]_web.jpeg Shop Front[76]_web.jpg 1/5 Bam's Bikes Founded in 2022 by two passionate young locals, Bam's Bikes is Sark's first all-electric bicycle hire shop. With a focus on reliability, our premium, UK-made Volt E-bikes ensure effortless rides. Our more than 115 glowing Tripadvisor reviews are a reflection of our exceptional customer service. Find us at the top of Harbour Hill or book online today. +44 (0) 7781 112 775 info@bamsbikes.com CS_logo_web.jpg Creative-Sark-6.jpg Creative-Sark-4.jpg CS_logo_web.jpg 1/6 Creative Sark Creative Sark is a registered charity that promotes and supports creative arts and crafts on Sark, including writers; artists; craftspeople; film-makers and photographers. Several of our artists and artisans have studios on Sark. There is a map on our website showing the locations of these studios, or pick up a copy of the map from the Tourist Office, for a small charge. creativesark@protonmail.com IMG_6155_1.jpeg 2.jpg 1-Small-2.jpg IMG_6155_1.jpeg 1/3 Donkey Walks Meet Florence and Ruby, the Sark donkeys, and take them for a gentle walk to see some of the loveliest views of the island’s coast. Walks are weather dependant as donkeys don’t like the rain. (Sorry the donkeys can’t be ridden.) Bring them a carrot and they will love you forever! The cost is £45 per group. +44 (0) 7797 720 002 suedalysark@icloud.com Helen Magell Personal Portrait 1_web.jpg Ben-Fiore-Photography-Stocks-Hotel-FB-LQ-159-of-214.jpg naomi_wedding_038_web.jpg Helen Magell Personal Portrait 1_web.jpg 1/7 Helen’s Sark Carriages A carriage ride with our horses, Betty-Dora, Filly and Reggie, is the most enchanting and carefree way to explore car-free Sark! Book an arrival taxi to the hotel, a private island day tour or a night ride by lantern light from Stocks' own stables. We have a variety of carriages, from an original 1850’s vintage Ferrari Victoria to a waggonette and a larger van. +44 (0) 1481 832 001 carriages@stockshotel.com Gardens-2021-1.jpg Gardens-2021-2.jpg 109-scaled.jpg Gardens-2021-1.jpg 1/5 La Seigneurie House & Garden La Seigneurie House and Garden. Within flower-strewn granite walls, towers and crenellations lies one of the most historic buildings in Sark, La Seigneurie, home to the Seigneural family. The walled garden is over-flowing with flowers and shrubs and the beautiful granite walls shelter many tender plants. Explore the estate's buildings, fountains and gardens or pre-book a tour of the House. gardens@laseigneuriedesercq.uk 1/7 La Société Sercquaise Our Heritage Room is a resource for the history and natural history of Sark with exhibitions throughout the season and a wide selection of books and pamphlets. Entry is free, open Monday to Friday, Easter Monday to end of September, otherwise by appointment. 1/1 Local Celebrant I am Diane Baker, a long-standing Sark resident and your local Celebrant. Should you choose to get married on this wonderful island, there are many choices to make such as where to marry, where to get the cake, how to get to and from your venue, will you need a carriage or a photographer? Drop me an email and let’s chat about your wishes for a perfect wedding day. +44 (0) 7781 119 015 baker.sark@cwgsy.net Ormer-shell-and-silver.jpg Lorraine_at_work.jpg Lorraine_at_the_wheel.jpg Ormer-shell-and-silver.jpg 1/3 Lorraine's Pottery Lorraine makes unique creations in both pottery and Silver. Browse her beautiful collection of Sark inspired crockery and silver jewellery or come and throw your own pot on the wheel with a one to one or group pottery session. Lessons take about 1 hour and include enough clay to make 3 pots. Hand-build slab pottery lessons are also available. +44 (0) 1481 832 624 1/1 Massage, Reiki and Yoga Relax and rejuvenate with soothing massage, restorative Reiki or private yoga tailored just for you. Enjoy sessions in peaceful surroundings that help you unwind and reconnect during your stay on beautiful Sark. An uplifting experience to balance body, mind, and spirit, leaving you refreshed and ready to return home renewed. WhatsApp me for more information. +44 (0) 7781 123 319 sarkserenity@outlook.com Exterior of bike hire.jpg Bikes image#7.jpeg Bike Image #2.jpeg Exterior of bike hire.jpg 1/5 Sark Bike Hire Sark Bike Hire offers modern and user-friendly E-bikes at fair prices seven days a week, 9am to 6pm. Our E-bikes have built in baskets and lights, helmets can be requested if necessary. Visit our website or call the number below for any and all inquiries 07781 415369 ethanr53@icloud.com Sark Summer 2025 George Guille (9 of 58)_1024.jpg 505312929_1211879814285060_650081993914477363_n.jpg 518296580_1241312018008506_3968243782097085469_n_edited.png Sark Summer 2025 George Guille (9 of 58)_1024.jpg 1/5 Sark Boat Trips Explore the magic of Sark's coastline, caves and sea life on a 2.5hr round-island boat trip. Visit coastal attractions not accessible by land, such as L’Etac and Les Autlets and learn about the island's history from your local guide. In season, see seabirds like Puffins, Guillemots, Razorbills and Fulmar and maybe Dolphins and Seals too! +44 (0) 7911 764 246 sarkboattrips@gmail.com danny on hill.JPG ethan on carriage.JPG danny hot shoe.JPG danny on hill.JPG 1/5 Sark Carriages Rides Our business, founded in 1973 by local craftsman Danny Wakley has combined quality and passion for over fifty years. Our carriages are still hand-built by Danny with traditional tools, who has learnt the ancient skills of a wheelwright as a teenager and is passionate about woodwork, leatherwork and horse-husbandry. 07781 113386 dannysark@cwgsy.net JKBangle2_1024x1024_2x.webp Sark_Crest_Pendant_Set_2_1024x1024_2x.webp 467982711_18047727419304588_6422960286635658022_n.jpg JKBangle2_1024x1024_2x.webp 1/10 Sark Silver Inspired by our beautiful Channel Island surroundings we create wearable art which, like the sea around us, shimmers with ever changing light and colour. +44 (0) 7781 128 629 sarkseahorse@gmail.com Awe_Postcard_Sark_Threads_2022_01.jpg Awe_Postcard_Sark_Threads_2022_01.jpg 1/8 Sark Threads A beautiful range of individually designed and hand woven scarves, shawls, homeware and more. All made on Sark. Visit the Weaving Studio to see the loom in action and browse the full collection. Or book a one to one weaving tutorial to learn a new skill! Custom orders are happily accepted, with a range of colours and patterns to choose from, including 'Sark Twill'. +44 (0) 1481 832 597 sarkthreads@gmail.com image.webp 20230219_224423.webp 20230127_225311.webp image.webp 1/5 Tarot Readings La Luna Coven Priestess Jolie Rose offers intuitive tarot readings for hen do’s, birthdays, gatherings or one-to-one sessions. Each hour-long reading is £45 and can be held in person or online to suit your setting. Gift vouchers are available for those who want to treat a moment of insight and enchantment to someone special. 07843 560 139 jolie@kriyaarts.co.uk IMG_6534.jpg image001.jpg IMG_4610.jpeg IMG_6534.jpg 1/5 The Sark Yard Your daily dose of outfit inspiration, with beautiful European clothes for sunny island days. Fabulous jewellery and accessories for those summer vibes, curated homeware from around the world, including our favourite Sark Pottery and creative Sark souvenirs. Don’t forget our hedge box, filled to the brim with delicious fudge and homemade jams. Soc Serq Pict web page.jpg 1.jpg 5.jpg Soc Serq Pict web page.jpg 1/4 Visitor Centre As well as being Sark's central point of information, the Visitor Centre houses colourful and informative displays about the island and sells various books, cards and other merchandise. Call in to pick up the Sark map, Sark brochure, self-guided walks and other information leaflets. +44 (0) 1481 832 345 office@sark.co.uk Exhibition.jpg Hall 1.jpg Hall 2.jpg Exhibition.jpg 1/3 Wartime Exhibition The exhibition is held in the old Island Hall. The Hall was used during the Occupation for most community gatherings. It was here that the Dame gave her speech discouraging islanders from evacuating at the outset of the occupation and where islanders listened to Winston Churchill declaring the end of the war over the radio Sue Dayl Main pic web page.jpg Sue Daly 1 Webpage.jpg Sue Daly 3 Webpage.jpg Sue Dayl Main pic web page.jpg 1/4 Wedding Photography Sue Daly has over ten years' experience of wedding photography and, as a Sark resident since 2008, she has a unique insight into using the island’s stunning scenery to create the very best images of your special day. +44(0) 7797 720002 suedalysark@icloud.com

The Isle of Sark has many walking routes covering most of the island and including many panoramic sea views. Discover our suggested self guided walking routes here. North Route Starts at L'Epercquerie Common Ends at L'Epercquerie Common Highlights are Manlet Tower, Buddhist Carving & Sea Views The Route Panoramic sea views the whole way! Begin your walk at L’Epercquerie Common . Leave your bikes, if you have any, at the wooden fence and take the left hand path that leads around the west side of the headland. Follow this path all the way out to the Mantlet Half Tower or slightly further to the Buddhist Rock Carving . Head back, taking the left hand fork in the path below the cannon. Walk along the old stone wall until you reach an opening with another cannon, bench and large tree. Have a rest stop here and take in the view of L'Epercquerie Beach and Pool below. Follow the path leading up and ar ound the large tree. Turn left at the top of this path and follow the trail back up the middle of the valley and back to your bikes. *Warning: This walking route runs near to a cliff edge at some points. Distance 2.5 km Incline Fair/Moderate Approx. Time 45 min

The Isle of Sark is a small island with a big personality and one of the most unique destinations in the British Isles. A truly unique island destination. Nestled between England & France, Sark is known as the jewel of the Channel Islands. Car-free roads, quirky charm, stunning scenery & renowned starry skies are some of the reasons why Sark is a one of a kind place to live & visit. DISCOVER MORE You have to see it to believe it Sark boasts spectacular natural landscapes, complimented by quaint lanes and charming historical buildings. DISCOVER NATURE THE HOLIDAY Inspiration BLOG Monument’s Message The story of a tragic night and a grieving widow who etched her heartbreak into stone. Sark Poetry & Prose Pour yourself a cup of tea and enjoy this collection of old & new writings about Sark. Island Pride For an island of only 500 residents, Sark has a knack for inspiring and achieving greatness! See All Blog Posts OUR Event HIGHLIGHTS See More Bonkers Bingo A night of utter mayhem and now it’s spooky too! See More Bonfire Night Wholesome, community vibes with hot food, drinks and lots of warmth. See More Xmas Show Sark Theatre Group brings the big laughs at Xmas! LIFE ON Sark Do you wonder what it would be like to live on this small and beautiful island? Meet the locals, learn about our way of life and discover what makes Sark such a unique and wonderful place to live and work. DISCOVER SARK LIFE QUESTIONS? Please browse our FAQs about Sark or email the Visitor Officers. FAQs

The Isle of Sark offers a unique and idyllic wedding destination. From cliff-top ceremonies to Boho chic marquees with sea views and poolside hotel receptions, there is something to suit all styles. Weddings on Sark Say "I do" in paradise! With stunning views at every turn, couples looking to get married on Sark are spoilt for choice when it comes to ceremony and reception locations. The marriage laws on Sark allow religious and civil ceremonies to occur anywhere on the island, allowing couples to find that extra special spot. For more traditional weddings, there's St. Peter's Church, the Methodist Chapel, La Seigneurie Chapel or the Chief Pleas Assembly Room. For more information about marrying on Sark, please visit the Sark Churches or Royal Court website or contact our local Minister or Celebrant. Sark Church Royal Court Minister Celebrant Venues & Services St. Peter's Church, the larger of the island's two churches, has beautiful stained glass windows and a traditional church organ. Anyone wishing to marry here should contact the island Minister. St. Peter's Church Visit website The Methodist Chapel, the smaller of the island's two churches, also has beautiful stained glass windows and a more intimate feel. Anyone wishing to marry here should contact the island Minister. Methodist Chapel Visit website La Seigneurie Chapel is a non-religious venue with a traditional atmosphere and church like feel. The building is steeped in history and can be decorated to your personal taste. La Seigneurie Chapel Visit website Civil wedding ceremonies are performed by the Greffier, either in the Assembly Room or at other locations. For queries about the legal requirements to marry on Sark please use the email below. Assembly Room Email Most Sark accommodation providers and eateries will be agreeable to hosting a small wedding ceremony or reception, depending on the number of guests. Browse our listings for venue inspiration. Other Venues Browse Sark lends itself to spectacular wedding photography, with panoramic views and idyllic backdrops around every corner. Click below for more information on photography and other event services. Wedding Photography Browse All four of Sark's horse and carriage operators offer decorated wedding carriage services for the bride & groom and/or wedding party. Contact the Visitor Centre for more information. Horse & Carriage Email Enlisting the service of a professional Celebrant to help plan and carry out your ceremony is a wonderful alternative to a traditional wedding. Click below for more information about our Sark Celebrant. Local Celebrant Browse There are several on-island providers for other event services such as wedding cakes, catering, flowers, marquees and event equipment. Please email us for more information and specific contacts. Other Services Email YOU MAY ALSO LIKE... SHOPS AND ACTIVITIES FAMILY FRIENDLY ACTIVITIES OUR EVENTS CALENDAR

The Isle of Sark has long been a muse for artists and creators from near and far. Famous artists such as William Toplis, Victor Hugo and Mervyn Peake all drew inspiration from the island and its stunning scenery. Art & Language An island muse Sark has long been associated with artists, crafters, eccentrics and bohemians throughout the centuries. From William Turner, who's sketch of La Coupée from circa 1832 now hangs in the Tate, to the many present day artists, writers and photographers who visit the island to be inspired, Sark has been home and muse to many celebrated creative minds. Some of the islands most notable artistic connections include; William Arthur Toplis who, visited Sark in 1833 and was so captivated by the island that he never left, producing a wealth of extraordinary paintings and sketches. Victor Hugo, who famously stayed at Dixcart Hotel during his exile in the 1850s, described the island as “a sort of fairy castle, full of wonders” and found here his inspiration for Toilers of the Sea . In later years, Mervyn Peake, renowned novelist, poet and artist, joined the rather bohemian Sark Art Group in the 1930s and spent many formative years here. So great was his love for Sark that he later returned to live with his young family in the 1950s. A selection of works by the Sark Art Group, along with contemporary artists, can be viewed at the Sark Art Gallery. In 2011 Sark was the location for the Artists for Nature Foundation 20th Anniversary Project. This saw a group of well renowned writers, artists, musicians and film-makers travel to the island with the aim of recording its beauty and diversity at a time when its way of life and its flora and fauna were under intense pressure of rapid change. Today, the artistic landscape continues to flourish. The Sark Art Gallery and Museum and the artist collective Creative Sark both offer opportunities to partake in community art projects, attend workshops and buy local art. The local music scene is also thriving with jam nights and local live music. "Buon jur! Cume ci'k t 'e?" 'Hello, how are you?' Sercquiais, also known as Sark French, Sertchais, ‘Sark patois’ or Sarkese, is a dialect of Norman French, originally derived from Jèrriais, as modern day Sark was settled & populated by Jersey families in 1565 and influenced by Guernésiais through proximity to the island of Guernsey. There exists very few written examples of Sercquaise, although the earliest recorded is an interesting one; the Parable of the Sower from the Gospel of Matthew , written by linguist Prince Louis Lucien Bonaparte , who visited Sark in 1862 to transcribe samples of insular language varieties. Today, Sercquiais is only spoken by a handful of older generation residents, although it remains ever present in the names of Sark's houses, streets & landmarks. Linguist Martin Neudörfl continues to work with Sark residents and Sark School to help us preserve our endangered language. Sark Norman Language Website L isten to Sark School Sing about St. Magloire in Sercquaise. Sark School Sercquaise 00:00 / 02:09 YOU MAY ALSO LIKE... HISTORICAL SITES AND BUILDINGS SARK AND THE WAR YEARS MEET THE SARK LOCALS

The Isle of Sark is a wonderful destination for families. The lack of cars makes exploring the island with children safe, free and fun, whilst the many nature activities offer quality family time. Family Friendly Fun Big fun for little ones Sark is a wonderful destination for children who love the outdoors and for families who want to enjoy quality time whilst being active in nature. The island's car-free roads are perfect for young riders to practice their cycling skills and for older kids to enjoy a safe environment for exploring. With beautiful flora and friendly animals all about, every outing becomes an adventure in itself and a magical memory for you and your children. Family friendly activities Using double sit-on kayaks adults can accompany children on exciting kayaking excursions to explore the coastline and spot marine wildlife. Kayaking Visit Site Children of a certain age can participate in coasteering excursions if accompanied by an adult. This exciting activity is a great way to boost confidence in the sea. Coasteering Visit Site Conveniently located next to the Sanctuary Centre and Mon Plaisir store, Sark playground offers a variety of play equipment, picnic tables and benches. Sark Playground Visit Site This free and interactive island wide game is a great add-on to any outing. Simply spot the hidden painted rocks and re-hide them for the next person. Sark Rocks Visit Site Sark has several hidden geocaches and it is a great free activity to teach children about reading coordinates whilst treasure hunting and exploring the island. Geocaching Visit Site Sark Island Hall and Community Centre offers a large sports hall, table-tennis room and snooker table. As well as a sports field, cafe and ice-cream parlour. Island Hall Visit Site The Sanctuary Centre offers free indoor activities for children such as arts and crafts sessions, pool table, small cinema screenings and a birthday party space. Sanctuary Centre Visit Site Within La Seigneurie Gardens, this full sized maze contains a sundial, totem pole and stone castle with flag, if you can ever find your way through it! Seigneurie Maze Visit Site Sark has two main ducks ponds, one at La Seigneurie complete with a bridge and mini island. The other is Beauregard Pond where children go to sail their toy boats. Duck Ponds See Map Sark has two outdoor pools, one at Stocks Hotel (for use by hotel residents only) and one at Caragh Chocolates Cafe that can be used for a small fee. Pool Fun Read More Archery is a great activity for families or other small groups and can be arranged as a competitive sporting activity or just for some fun. Archery Visit Site Guided Donkey walks with Ruby and Florence is a fun activity for animal loving little ones. Other self-guided animal walks include visiting the lambs, pigs, goats and horses in various fields around the island. Animal Walks Read More There couldn't be a better place for children to practice their cycling skills than an island without any cars! Older kids will also love the freedom of cycling around with some independence. Cycling Read More The Sark Art Gallery and the cooperation Creative Sark both offer opportunities for visiting and resident children to take part in artistic activities and workshops. There's also exhibitions & competitions. Arts & Crafts Read More YOU MAY ALSO LIKE... SHOPS AND ACTIVITIES GUIDE TO BAYS AND BEACHES OUR EVENTS CALENDAR

QR Code Trail Buddhist Rock Carving A blessing for Sark. Read More Chief Pleas Building The original Boys School. Read More Creux Harbour Opened in 1588 for easier access to Jersey. Read More Gouliot Headland An official RAMSAR site. Read More L'Epercquerie The original landing harbour. Read More La Coupee The most photographed place in the Channel Islands! Read More La Seigneurie The official Seigneural residence. Read More Le Manoir The original residence of Sark's first Seigneur, Helier De Carteret. Read More Little Sark Dolmen Sark and Spirituality - dating back millennia. Read More Methodist Chapel The Chapel that ran a mile. Read More Operation Basalt The commando raid on Sark that changed the course of history. Read More Operation Hardtack The story of a commando raid on Sark during WWll. Read More Pilcher Monument A warning to seafarers. Read More Sark Henge Commemorating 450 years of Fiefdom. Read More Silver Mines The enterprise that cost the Seigneurship. Read More St. Peter's Church Built in 1820 to promote Anglicanism. Read More The Mill The highest point on Sark. Read More The Prison The smallest working prison in the world. Read More Visitor Centre The original Girls School. Read More Window in the Rock Framing the view of Les Autlets and Port du Moulin Arch. Read More

The Isle of Sark is home to one of the most well known attractions in the Channel Islands, the famous Seigneurie Gardens, as well as newer attractions such as Sark Henge and the island's Playground. Attractions on Sark La Seigneurie Gardens Set between flower-strewn granite walls and the towers and crenellations of one of the most historic buildings in Sark, La Seigneurie Gardens provide a tranquil contrast to the windswept wildness of the island’s beautiful coast. The walled garden is over-flowing with fascinating flowers and shrubs and the beautiful granite walls shelter many plants that can only survive under glass in other parts of the British Isles. War-Time Exhibition The exhibition is held in the old Island Hall, near St Peter’s Church. The Hall was used during the Occupation for most, if not all, community gatherings. It was here that the Dame gave her speech discouraging islanders from evacuating at the outset of the occupation and where islanders listened to Winston Churchill declaring the end of the war over the radio. The old Hall was also used during the intervening period by locals and Germans alike for social events such as drama group plays and indoor sports. Heritage Room Run by La Société Sercquaise, the Heritage room is a museum-like space filled with interesting and rare artefacts and information relating to Sark's history, heritage, natural environment and culture. Here you will find a library, collections, displays and a herbarium as well as temporary exhibitions. Entry into the Heritage Room is free. Sark Playground Located next to the Methodist Chapel , the Sark Playground offers a variety of exciting play equipment for small and big kids. With benches, picnic tables and lots of open green space, the playground is also a wonderful community picnic spot. Mon Plaisir grocery store is located opposite the playground for snacks and drinks. Buddhist Rock Carving Chosen for its hard-wearing granite, this stone was carved out for the Millennium by a Tibetan Monk at the request of a lover of Sark. The inscription is a sacred Buddhist mantra, "Hail the jewel in the heart of the lotus " and offers protection against evil. The large stone sits proudly at the end of L'Epercquerie headland, facing westward towards the other islands of Herm, Jethou and Guernsey. Sark Observatory With a cleverly sliding rooftop, the Sark Observatory houses a state of the art telescope for viewing Sark's incredible starry night sky and planetary displays. Run by members of the Sark Ast ronomy Society (SAstr oS), visitors may book a guided session to use the telescope and learn about Sark's night sky. Cider Barn Originally built as a house in the 1560s, this building is possibly one of the oldest on Sark still standing. Later known as the Pressoir , the house was used for cider making in the 1620s, complete with a press and horse-drawn crusher. Further additions in Victorian times included a hay loft and hatch. The derelict barn was restored by La Société Sercquaise in 2013 and is now used as an archaeological display room cum community space for exhibitions, workshops and traditional veillies . Island Hall & Community Center The Island Hall and Community Centre houses a fantastic cafe and upstairs bar with balcony overlooking the Millennium Sports Field, as well as several other rooms that can be hired out by the hour. These rooms include the Toplis Room, with snooker table, the Board room, with table tennis and tv, and the main Hall, with full sized badminton court and projection facilities. Beauregard Duck Pond This unassuming little duck pond comes to life every Good Friday when the community comes out to sail toy boats and eat hot cross buns in the Spring sun! The tradition of Good Friday boat sailing can be traced back at least a hundred years but the activity can be enjoyed any day of the year. Sark Henge Sark Henge was built in 2015 to commemorate the 450 year anniversary of Queen Elizabeth I granting the Fief of Sark to Helier De Carteret, Seigneur of St Ouen, on 6th August 1565. Nine stones of Jersey granite, previously used by Helier’s tenants as gate hinges to enclose their fields, were erected in a ring to represent the nine medieval territories: Fort, Moinerie, Ville, Valette, Avant le Creux, Dixcart, Bourel, Beauregard, Petit Sercq. Each of the nine stones is aligned with a local landmark or by the sun, marking the winter and summer solstice and the spring and autumn equinox. La Coupée This striking isthmus of land connecting Big and Little Sark is probably the island's most famed attraction. With steep steps leading down to Grande Greve Bay on one side and a sheer drop on the other, the crossing and the views are truly breathtaking. Having crossed La Coupée into Little Sark the road winds its way down to the south facing headlands. There are many caves, creeks and pools along Little Sark's stretch of coastline, as well as land based attractions such as the Dolmen and Silver Mines ruins. Sark Art Gallery Opened in April 2025, the Sark Art Gallery and Museum is a multipurpose and interactive space for the display and sale of artwork by local artists as well as workshops, visiting residencies and a shop. The Art Gallery is host to community art projects and offers a variety of activities for adults and children. Browse through a multitude of different mediums, from traditional fine art to tapestry, photography, knitting, model making, pottery, silversmithing and more. Stocks Permaculture Garden Created in 2013 as an extension of the hotel's veggie patch, the vast garden now includes raised organic vegetable beds, a fruit orchard, a cedar greenhouse, a flock of chickens and a beehive. The award winning garden is based on permaculture principles; biodynamic growing, companion planting, chicken tractors and lunar sowing schedules. Guided tours take place on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 3pm between April and October. YOU MAY ALSO LIKE... SHOPS AND ACTIVITIES FAMILY FRIENDLY ACTIVITIES OUR EVENTS CALENDAR

The Isle of Sark is only accessible by ferry and the journey to get here can be an adventure in itself. The neighbouring islands of Guernsey and Jersey can be reached by air with onward ferry travel to Sark. Getting Here & Getting Around Sark is only accessible by sea & the journey is an adventure in itself! The island is entirely car-free so walking or cycling is essential to get around. Channel Islands By Air How to reach Guernsey & Jersey > Sark By Sea How to reach the island > Car-free & Carefree! G etting a round on Sark > Visiting Boats Sark Moorings & Anchorage >

The Isle of Sark has a very relaxed and unique way of life. The locals residents often wear many hats and occupy essential volunteer roles to support the community. Meet the Locals Sark locals often wear many hats, as these residents will confirm! Learn about how they came to live here and their roles within the community. Speaker of Chief Pleas Paul I moved to Sark with my family in 1979 when we purchased Stocks Hotel. My wife Jane and I married here at St Peter’s Church and with our 3 children spent many happy years in Sark running the hotel. As well as working at Stocks, I served as Sark Vingtenier and then Constable before standing for election as a Deputy of Chief Pleas in 1999. I remained a Deputy in the old, semi-feudal assembly of Chief Pleas for 9 years. In 2008, I stood in Sark’s first ever democratic elections and served as a Conseiller in the new assembly for 4 years. In 2017 I was elected to the role of Deputy Speaker of Chief Pleas before being elected to the senior position of Speaker from February 2023. All of these jobs and roles have allowed me to be an active member of the community that I care about. First Responder Sam I grew up on Sark and despite studying and working elsewhere it has always been home. Now I live here with my wife and children. My day job is running a building company but like many Sark residents I wear several hats, including Lead Member of the Island's Emergency Response Team. Myself and the other trained volunteers attend call-outs day and night, using an electric bike to transport the medical kit and be first on the scene for patients in emergency anywhere on the island. I've held many volunteer community positions over the years, including Constable, Conseiller and Sea Fisheries Officer, but being a First Responder and being able to help people when they need it the most feels like the best way for me to give back to my community. Chocolatier Caragh My husband and I came to Sark in 1989 and instantly fell in love with Island life. Being near the sea and part of a community is such a privilege. I was always impressed with the quality of the dairy products so, although trained and working as a nurse, I decided to try making delicious chocolates with Sark cream. It took three years of trial and error but that was 30 years ago and we are still going from strength to strength! Along the way, we had five children. I was a founding member and active participant of Sark Playschool for almost 20 years. Later I trained as a yoga teacher and have taught yoga for the last eight years including enrichment classes at Sark School. When we lost our Dairy in 2019, I joined the Dairy Trust to help fund and build our new dairy. I have also served on Children's Panel, as Constable, First Responder and managed care teams. Not all the hats are work! I swim with the Sark Sea Sirens all winter, run with the Running Club and have a great book club group. Life is never dull here and raising a family was a joy. Constable Budgie Originally from Ireland, I lived and worked in England and Guernsey before moving to Sark with my wife in 2001 to take on the Bel Air Pub. In the early years I joined the volunteer Ambulance crew as I felt this was an essential service and something I could do for “my” island. I later joined the island's government, Chief Pleas, for a couple of years and left the pub life behind to start up an activities company called Adventure Sark, which I am still involved with today. Now I am in the role of Constable and as well as my Sark Police work I also look after an estate which involves building and garden maintenance. This makes life a real balancing act, especially in the Summer but during the winter it is easier and that’s when we do all our police training. Sark is a great place to live and work and explore. People always say "good morning", "hello" and "how are you". It has a real community feeling which I’m sure you won’t find in many places these days. Fireman Kevin Now which ‘hat’ shall I wear today? There goes the pager, so that’s decided it for me! Variety is supposedly the ‘spice of life’. I love all my different jobs. Fire Chief, Prevot (Court Officer), church organist and choir master are the part time jobs, then my day jobs of agriculture, landscape work with diggers, road repairs, crushing stone, machinery repairs, fibreglass repairs of literally anything from tractor mudguards to boats to flat roofs. Even each individual job has variety, take the Fire Service, all the emergencies are different. One thing's for sure, I’ve never been bored! Sark is a very unique place to live and work, as these locals who all wear many hats will confirm! Here's the low down on Sark Island life and all its quirks from those who know it best. YOU MAY ALSO LIKE... SHOPS AND ACTIVITIES FAMILY FRIENDLY ACTIVITIES OUR EVENTS CALENDAR