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Art of the matter SLANDER and art collector David to exhibit their work on the island and IUmmels is calling for Guernsey to brings over an artist in residence every have its own ‘iconic’ Arts venue and has year. This year, an ink drawing (above) told the Guernsey Chamber of Commerce by Olivia Kemp, former artist in resi- Les not-so-Misérables that the artworks would be free. dence, is one of 100 works personally ICTOR HUGO’S Guernsey home and his house, where he was inspired to top ‘I know six or seven world-class art selected by The Prince of Wales for an is set to be restored to its former write Les Misérables and Les Travailleurs Les Misérables above collectors who love Guernsey and live exhibition to mark his 70th birthday glory, after a €3 million donation de la Mer among other works, has been pre- here,’ says Mr Ummels. ‘Out of love, they at Buckingham Palace, London SW1. from billionaire François Pinault, served as he had it. His writing room at the up the west side to Port Soif. Some say he would lend their artwork free to curate ‘Prince and Patron’ opens on July 21 Vfather-in-law of Hollywood actress Selma Hayek. top of the house enjoys panoramic views out regularly met his mistress, Juliette Drouet, at something world-class, so we can sup- until September 30 in the State Rooms. Hauteville House, St Peter Port, is where to sea towards France. Victoria Tower (built in 1848 to commemorate port our tourism infrastructure and Currently, Art for Guernsey is run- the French Romantic poet and novelist, who However, while restoration is under way Queen Victoria’s visit), where the pair engraved offer something to our local commu- ning a programme in which some 18 spent his life arguing against the death and the house is closed, visitors are encour- their initials. Guernsey Museum at Candie nity. However, the venue is not there.’ schools on the island are loaned art- penalty and was a little too politically active aged to roam the island that Hugo loved. He Gardens is holding an exhibition of his draw- Mr Ummels is the founder of charit- works of museum quality, the study for Napoleon III’s liking, retreated to in exile. liked to swim at Havelet Bay, for example, ings this summer, entitled ‘Hugo: Visions able initiative Art for Guernsey, which of which is incorporated into the curri- Hugo lived on Guernsey for 15 years (1855–70) and walk along the coast to Fermain Bay or of Exile’ (until September 16). invites internationally renowned artists culum. Visit www.artforguernsey.com

Taste of the sea NEW Guernsey sea salt is on the scene and it comes in six different infu- Earlier this year, a football match on Guernsey had A sions, including kelp and lemon and thyme. Launched some six months to be abandoned after a pitch invasion by a herd of ago, Ètaï Organic uses fresh seawater from the islands of Guernsey, Herm 200 cows; players used corner flags to round them and Sark, which is then sterilised, triple-filtered and slowly evaporated. From Carla Passino up, then called it a draw and went to the pub. One iStock/Getty Images Plus; Simon Burt/Alamy; Alec Romijn/Alamy VisitGuernsey; Apic/Getty Images; iStock/Getty Images; VisitGuernsey; Apic/Getty £5.50; visit www.etaiorganic.com onlooker called it ‘a tsunami of cows’

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A year in the life Rosie Paterson rounds up the best things to do on the island this summer and beyond

Until Sept 16 October 1 to November 11 Hugo—Visions of Exile Tennerfest September 15 to October 30 Autumn Walking Festival Les Misérables Beaucamp de Haut | Castel | Guernsey | POA | x 9 | x 7 May 2–4, 2019 Guernsey Literary Festival July 22 An Exceptional Guernsey Estate Features Motorsport Seafront Sunday For the first time in more than 30 years Swoffers is pleased to offer Beaucamp ✓ 18,000 sq ft of accommodation de Haut to the market. Sitting in the middle of approximately 25 acres of its ✓ Set in approximately 25 acres of land own land it is an exceptional property of more than 18,000 square feet. Offering ✓ Elevated, private estate total privacy and seclusion this is a once in a lifetime opportunity to acquire a ✓ Outdoor pool and tennis court May 9, 2019 unique beautifully maintained Guernsey home. Liberation Day ✓ Ideal for equestrian use The extensive grounds include a swimming pool, tennis court and capacious ✓ Substantial garaging garaging with further scope for additional accommodation above. August 15–16 ✓ Beautifully manicured gardens The West Show Ask Shauna Clapham for full details and price. ✓ Guest and staff accommodation September 13 Guernsey Air Display [email protected]

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Livingroom’s award winning website is only part of their story. Internationally recognised as Guernsey’s leading estate agent, Livingroom is synonomous with privacy and discretion. Boasting the broadest selection of residential property in Guernsey, Livingroom offers a contemporary service with old fashioned values. Recognised as one of the island’s most attractive Georgian residences and reflecting some of the style and elegance of a French country house, Le Vauquiedor Manor proudly sits within 2.13 acres of beautifully tended gounds on the outskirts of St. Peter Port. This graceful property has been sympathetically renovated throughout by the current owners. Meticulous attention to detail has been shown throughout and offers up to six bedrooms, CALL TOTO RECEIVE A COPY OF THE SPRING/SUMMER 2018 OPEN MARKET REVIEW six bathrooms and eight reception rooms, including staff flat and guest wing. A beautifully renovated three bed coach house with its own separate Open SHOWCASING THE FINEST HOMES CURRENTLY AVAAVAILABLE IN GUERNSEY. Market Registration sits within the grounds, which include a walled garden and small paddock. Le Vauquiedor Manor is approached over an impressive driveway, the South-facing gardens offer privacy and tranquility.

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Approached over a long private driveway, Woodcote lies in an area of Rarely does an opportunity to purchase a property in such a stunning 1, Mont Havelet Court is a luxury brand new apartment forming part of a small, exclusive development in St. Peter Port. With lift access to all apartments outstanding natural beauty and sits nestled in a hidden valley in the heart location present itself. Vue de Reve is located on the Southern headland and secure underground parking, great care has been taken to ensure the highest quality materials have been used. This impressive, lateral apartment of St. Andrew. Dating back to the 1920’s, the property would benefit from a of Icart offering stunning sea views, 3.2 acres of grounds, access to the enjoys superb views over Havelet Bay including and the neighbouring islands beyond. The lateral and supremely spacious accommodation thorough and complete restoration programme to appreciate the original cliff paths and complete privacy. There are a variety of options available comprises hall, contemporary open plan kitchen/dining room and sitting room, pantry, utility, cloakroom and four bedrooms (three of which boast en-suite nature and style of this special home. Alternatively, it provides an exciting to a prospective purchaser to create their dream home and lifestyle facilities). Landscaped communal garden and three parking spaces accessed via a car lift. opportunity to demolish and re-build. in Guernsey with planning permission granted for two different schemes.

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COUNTRY LIFE SUPPLEMENT 2018.indd 3-4 25/06/2018 09:10 Country Life - DPS Template.indd 40 03/07/2018 10:10 Country Life - DPS Template.indd 41 03/07/2018 10:10 rom enchanting clifftops and white sandy bays to the pretty cobbled streets of St Peter Port, Guernsey is Fa wonderful place to potter around. The pace of life is unhurried; a posi- tively serene speed limit of 35mph means even drivers take their time as the bees buzz lazily and families play cricket on the beach. These old-world charms have been attracting tour- ists for years, and rightly so, but, this spring, the release of a high-profile new film shone a light onto a little- known chapter of the island’s history. Directed by the acclaimed director mike Newell, of Four Weddings and a Funeral fame, and starring Lily James, The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society was released in April, introducing the island to a whole new audience. Despite its unusual subject matter‘ and eccentric title, readers fell in love with it

The film is based on the book of the same name, written by mary Ann Shaffer and co-authored’ by her niece, Annie Barrows. Set during the Second World War and its aftermath, the story centres around a small rural community in Guernsey and how it dealt Making with four years of Nazi occupation. Published in 2008, the novel quickly became a word-of-mouth hit and, despite its unknown author, who died the year it was published, unusual subject matter and completely eccen- tric title, readers worldwide fell in love with it; to date, it’s sold more history than 7.5 million copies. The genesis of the book was as A high-profile film set on Guernsey unlikely as its success: Shaffer wasn’t has opened up the island’s charms to an author—she was a librarian and editor from West —but she a new audience, finds Holly Kirkwood happened across a history of the occupation on a visit to Guernsey in 1976, which made her want to know more. The Nazis occupied the Channel

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From the visit of a West Virginian librarian to an acclaimed film starring Lily James: Guernsey has won admirers worldwide

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I’ll drink to that With sterling dedication, James Fisher visited as many Guernsey pubs as possible–here are his recommendations

t’s a rare occasion when your Crow’s Nest—and the pub itself editor walks up to your desk is equally good. Clearly very 1945, by which time these micro- The taste of war- and the cast does a brilliant job in and enquires if you’d like to popular with the locals, there scopic dots in the English Channel had When the time resilience: bringing Shaffer’s characters to life. write about ‘the Best Pubs was good service, good beer become the most heavily defended heroine Juliet Although much of the filming took Iin X’, but it happened to me. that’s and good music. the quiz location along the whole Atlantic Wall. protagonist visits Ashton tries the place in north Devon, the film is, as how I found myself standing in the machine also proved extre- What interested Shaffer, however, Guernsey,‘ she finds famous potato- is the book, an unabashed love letter rain on the streets of st Peter Port in mely generous. was not the historical detail, but rather peel pie for the to Guernsey and its people, as well Guernsey, cash in the left paw, note- The Albion House Tavern the moving story of what happened a rich tapestry first time as a tribute to the joy of reading. book in the other and the Cock and is the closest pub to a church in the to the communities. It wasn’t until The island is no stranger to hosting Bull directly ahead. British Isles and that’s the only inter- 30 years after her initial visit that she of light and dark fans of The Guernsey Literary and Bedecked in ephemera of all kinds one of the largest pubs in Guernsey. Cheers! There’s esting thing about it. was persuaded to put pen to paper Potato Peel Pie Society. ‘It’s been and oddly reminiscent of the 1950s, It feels like a Wetherspoons, but, no shortage of Finally, a couple of miles out of by her book group, and she used real- Ashton, visits Guernsey, she discov- a real driver for tourism through the it quickly dawns that the ideology mercifully, the carpet was left behind. places for a pint town is the magnificent Bella Luce, life stories from survivors to bring ers a rich tapestry of light and dark; interest in activities such as guided of craft brewing has thankfully left It’s certainly big and although it lacks on Guernsey a wonderfully rustic bar, restaurant the manuscript to life. The result is the island is populated by glorious’ walks, tours and exhibitions that are this place well alone. there’s live atmosphere, it would be ideal for and hotel. For those more used to the a charming epistolary novel written characters who make us laugh, but, linked to the novel,’ says Mike Hop- Irish folk music and plenty of room— a large group or families. Cotswold lifestyle, this is where with verve and wit, featuring a cast as the story develops, we learn the kins of VisitGuernsey. ‘We hope the a terrific place to fill out a sudoku the Thomas de la Rue is also you’ll likely be happiest and the of characters you wish would jump extent to which they suffer. film will have a similar effect on our or meet with friends before dinner. harbourside, with pleasant views, and home-distilled Wheadon’s Gin is out- off the page and take you to lunch. The film remains faithful to the tourist numbers, with an expected The Swan is on the far side of town is a little more intimate and eccentric standing. If you ask really nicely, It’s also somehow a quintessentially story and Mr Newell easily translates 6%–9% uplift in the next two years.’ and is the kind of place where nobody in its layout, with a good selection they’ll show you the still. English book, despite being written by the vivacious energy of the book onto As the film retells the enchanting will ask you to explain the offside of beers. It’s not brilliantly lit and can there’s a pub for everyone in st Peter an American. The prose evokes Wode- the screen, adding luscious landscapes story on the big screen, islanders wel- rule. sport reigns supreme here and, feel a bit dark, but I’d been to a few Port and its near surrounds, whether house and Wilde and effortlessly con- and pleasing period detail. Matthew come those who wish to experience although there aren’t many places to pubs by this point, so that may just you want a cosy chat or rousing music, jures postwar life in London. Goode, Jessica Brown Findlay and this very special place for themselves. sit, the atmosphere is lively and fun. have been my eyes. so hopefully you’ll find one you like. It also tackles some pretty serious Penelope Wilton all join Lily James Let’s just hope none of them bring Handsome The White Hart stands the Ship and Crown has a ter- From experience, however, I suggest

issues. When the protagonist, Juliet in a partial Downton Abbey reunion their Lamborghinis. Plus Images iStock/Getty on the waterfront and considers itself rific restaurant on the top floor—the you don’t visit them all in one day.

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obert De Niro.’ ‘Who?’ ‘robert De Niro! He’s in the greenhouse. He follows you everywhere.’ Ri was intrigued. i marched to the back of Sausmarez Manor, the gardens of which i was visiting and, sure enough, there he was, smiling that inescapable De Niro smile. Colin Firth was right behind him, although his arm was horribly broken and i think a dog had chewed his ear. they were cardboard cutouts, of course, but by this point, my second day on the deliciously deciduous island of Guernsey, i had been so surprised by the amount of history and culture that i was willing to take nothing for granted. i’d landed in a field the previous even- ing and been graciously picked up by the ever-present island taxis for the transfer to Les Douvres, my base in St Martins and an ideal spot for those looking to hike around the magnificent cliffs of the island’s south coast. More on them later. the driver was an effervescent individual who, without even a hint of encouragement, deliv-

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Exotic, yet comfortingly familiar: Guernsey is a glorious place for a walking weekend

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aural barrage of which Tchaikovsky would have been proud. Weeks later, I met up with friends who happened to have grown up on the island and was informed that Guernsey cabbies are notorious for their friendliness and storytelling. The silence of the metropolitan Uber has no place here —and long may it last! The cobbled streets of St Peter Port —‘town’ to the locals—are a good place to explore first. It’s the only urban part of the island, although ‘urban’ is generous. There are plenty of shops you’ll recognise and many more inter- esting ones that you won’t. The fort- ress of Castle Cornet lurks menacingly at the end of the sea wall and there are many fine museums, notably the German Naval Signals HQ, an under- ground labyrinth that sheds light on the Occupation. It’s pretty uphill, but a nice walk that takes you through the heart of the town from Castle Cornet. Ask about the world’s biggest pig. It’s the best story you’ve never heard. The Little Chapel is so wonderfully ‘intricate and pointless that it’s

a must-visit There are the remains of a Roman Clockwise from English Channel. Heading west, the merchant vessel housed in a museum top: Castle Cornet coastal path is easy enough to follow, The island has a lot of stories you’ve opposite Fort Grey, a Martello tower guards St Peter although challenging to walk at times, never heard, such as the Little Chapel that houses the Shipwreck Museum, Port; Sausmarez and the sights, sounds and salty sea- in St Andrew. Built by Br’ Déodat, which tells the story of the many vic- Manor, where side smells arrive one after the other, a determined Catholic exile, it’s meant tims, both metal and flesh, of Guern- Robert De Niro like a greatest-hits album. Cafes and to be a miniature replica of the Lourdes sey’s west coast. These two fascinat- lurks; the quirky restaurants are generously scattered chapel. After two failed attempts, ing sites are a two-minute stroll away Little Chapel of St throughout and you’re never too far including an iteration that was critic- from one another and 20 minutes’ Andrew. Facing from a main road, so the best plan is to ised so much he tore it down over- walk further south is Pleinmont head- page: The path keep heading west until your legs can night out of spite, Br Déodat eventu- land and observation tower MP3, goes ever on and take no more. It’s unlikely you’ll walk ally completed it. It’s decorated with a haunting reminder of wartime. on around the more than 200 yards without tripping seashells, broken china and general The Occupation is an unfortunate cliffs of Guernsey over a former Nazi bunker or instal- flotsam and is so wonderfully intricate part of the island’s history, but a vital lation (they’re still causing trouble, and pointless that it’s a must-visit. one, and the tower and its surround- some 60 years later), so there’s plenty Further east lies Sausmarez Manor, ing tunnel system reek of a solemn for an Occupation enthusiast here, too. a superbly entertaining country house brutalism, both architectural and ideo- Guernsey is one of our archipelago’s that somehow contains a sculpture logical, that demands calm reflection. finest destinations, yet is somehow park, a small railway, a pitch and putt, Perhaps the most impressive aspect unsullied by the great British holiday- a coppersmith and numerous other intri- of the island is the southern coastline. maker. It’s far enough away that you cacies. It’s a shining example of how From Les Douvres, I ambled south- can achieve the relaxation that comes a community can be centred on a manor wards for all of half an hour before with exotica, but close enough to home house in the 21st century and the arriving at the majestic Jerbourg that the plugs and money are the same; owner, Peter de Sausmarez, deserves Point, where it’s possible to view most a perfect hybrid for a weekend escape. credit for looking after one of the focal of the surrounding islands that form You have no excuse not to visit. points of the island’s history. the Bailiwick of Guernsey, as well as Hotel Les Douvres, from £80pp The manor is the perfect metaphor and, on a clear day, France. (01481 238731; www.lesdouvres.com) for Guernsey itself. The island holds The best view is straight down, Gill Girard, Guernsey Gold Accredi- a startling density of history and act- where your eyes rest on a coral-blue ted tour guide (07781 104094; https://

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Castel, POA In 25 acres and with all the delightful seclusion that that entails, Beaucamp De Haut is a grand, handsome country house that’s on the market for the first time in 30 years. It features nine bed- rooms, a swimming pool, a tennis court, a walled garden, a stable block, a barn and staff accommo- dation. Knight Frank (020–7861 1065) and Swoffers (01481 711766)

St Peter Port, £5.5 million Tudor Revival, half-timbered and “Personal service at its best! The Quintessential team were brilliant, found us the perfect home, very pretty, La Petite Vallee occupies overseeing our furniture arrival when our ferry from the U.K. was delayed, provided lots of helpful info a sought-after spot on the south- facing valley slopes above Fermain about Guernsey, and much more.” Maria Lozano Garcia St Saviour’s, offers in excess Bay, just outside St Peter Port. It has of £1.5 million seven bedrooms (including the annexe), For sale for the first time since its con- ornate brick chimneys and a glorious “Having done in-depth orientation with you for a few days before our arrival, made the settling in, when struction 160 years ago, Fort Richmond, ornamental two-acre garden that we finally arrived in Guernsey, so much easier. I did not come with unrealistic expectations and knew which comes with two acres, offers its includes a Victorian-style greenhouse what to expect from the start. Having been around the island thoroughly during orientation helped me new owner a chance to make a mark and a lagoon-like swimming pool to find my way with much more ease - I think this helped me hugely.” CSS in the pages of history. With a tranquil surrounded by an overgrown cloister. coastal setting, it has been granted per- Martel Maides (01481 713463) mission for conversion to a private resi- dence of five bedrooms with six bath- St Martin’s, £4.5 million rooms. Cooper Brouard (01481 236039) With seven bedrooms and a staff flat, Le Vauquiedor Manor is ‘recognised With clients from all over the world Contact: Jo Stoddart as one of the island’s most attractive our focus is on making your relocation Guernsey: +44 (0) 1481 257200 Email: [email protected] Georgian residences’, say agents. as simple and stress free as possible. Set on the outskirts of St Peter Port, the French influence is evident and the gardens, stretching to just over • Arranging preliminary visits and orientation tours an acre, have been beautifully tended. Independent home search for purchase or rental Cooper Brouard (01481 236039) • and Swoffers (01481 711766) • Pre-viewing properties on your behalf St Martin’s, £5.25 million • Advice and guidance about schooling and childcare options The heart-meltingly beautiful views • Negotiation of property sales and lease contracts from contemporary Couin de Vacque St Martin’s, POA are uninterrupted for 180˚. From its perch • Settling in and help line services Les Caches Hall dates from the 1700s on the south-coast cliffs, St Peter Support for Spouse/Partners and is reached via a long, brick-paved Port can be seen, as well as Alderney, • drive. Despite its age, it’s been well kept Herm, Sark and the French coast and retains plenty of charm, including and the ground floor’s floor-to-ceiling painted shutters, vaulted ceilings and windows opening onto the terrace woodburning stoves. There are five bed- and the heated swimming pool mean RECOGNISED BY rooms, an indoor pool and a tennis you can enjoy the view to the full. court and the pretty landscaped gar- The house has five bedrooms and the dens include a pond with a pergola in garden has direct access to the cliff the centre. Swoffers (01481 711766) path. Swoffers (01481 711766) www.qrcci.com

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love it ‘It has everything we need, with ‘hen you’ve been a workaholic lots of space, a beautiful garden and for years, it can be difficult to adust the location is brilliant,’ says Chloe. to retirement, so we wanted to get it Chloe has found work locally, but right,’ pat continues. ‘e visited the Nick stayed in his London-based role island three or four times and looked in finance. this means combining at uite a few houses before every- working from home with a day or two thing fell into place.’ on the mainland every week. ften, In the end, they moved from their when Nick arrives for London meet- manse in the scottish countryside to ings, Chloe says, he’s actually had an a large Georgian property in st peter easier commute than his clients. port, which is very private, with espIte paying regular years of dreaming about moving oe fro left pat Johnson and his family had only a terrific two-acre garden and close visits to Guernsey for to Guernsey, when they saw the right inding down been to Guernsey once, for a sailing to the action in town. years, it wasn’t until Chloe property for sale, everything fell into after a day sailing holiday, when they decided they might since their relocation 14 years ago, Moakes had her own family place uickly. they put their four- or swimming, in want to live there permanently. they the Johnsons haven’t looked back. How to make Dthat she considered living there her- bedroom terraced house in ulham on one of the islands were living outside Lockerbie in 2004 the children are now at university on self. ‘My parents moved to the island the market at the end of last year and many alfresco and pat was ready to retire. e sold the mainland, with an idyllic child- when I was 14,’ she explains. ‘I was applied for school places immediately. cafes; the beach his business and set about looking for hood of sailing, picnicking and beach- at boarding school by then and went ‘the schools were so supportive,’ o f LA n c r e s s e somewhere to settle that would suit the combing behind them, and pat is on to find work in London, so I’d never Chloe explains. ‘George is 10 and ay; enoying whole family. ‘ory and Morgan were chairman of loral Guernsey and lived there, but when I married and eatrice is eight and it was a simple a clifftop stroll youngthree and sevenso Li and devoted to his garden. a move had children, Guernsey seemed like process to find them places at fan- I wanted a place that could offer ne of his favourite things about Some dream, others make it happen. the right place to bring them up.’ tastic schools they adore.’ a good education and a great uality the island is its sense of community Holly Kirkwood talks to two families who have she and her husband, Nick, were the family moved into their five- of life. e’d had such a wonderful time and the way people treat each other looking to relocate from London and bedroom period property in st peter on that holiday, it made me think per- with genuine courtesy. ‘It’s like going itoGetty es us noeesy to noeesy us es itoGetty Cris otoryVisitGuernsey Geore oto relocated to Guernsey to see how they made it work Courtesy VisitGuernsey of wanted to be mortgage-free. After many port a few months laterand they haps it was the place for us,’ he explains. back to the old days,’ he says.

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