Guernsey

Guernsey


A location some 112 kms from the south coast of Britain but only 40kms from the coast of France makes the Channel Island of Guernsey an ideal location for cruise calls. St Peter Port has been a popular port of call for many years and is capable of handling at least two large cruise liners at any one time with a high turnover of between 60 and 70 calls per year.

Passengers disembark at a dedicated cruise pontoon just 600 metres from the town centre after a short tender transfer from the liner into St Peter Port harbour (5-10 minutes), or from an alongside berth depending on size and availability.

All passengers arriving by sea admire the beautiful panoramic views, which include Guernsey's sister Islands of Herm and Sark. St Peter Port town is unquestionably served by one of the most picturesque harbours in Europe.



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A British Isle With A Continental Flavor, Guernsey

Cruise ships just off GuernseyOverview Somewhere in the middle of the English Channel, the stretch of water that separates the U.K. from France changes name. The French refer to the Channel as “La Manche”, which translates to “the handle”. … Read more

Cruising Europe 2010

             The cruise industry has reaffirmed its faith in Europe by placing much of its crop of new ships in 2010 on the Continent. The third ship in Celebrity Cruises' Solstice-cla … Read more

Guernsey researches alongside berth

In February the Guernsey Government voted to fund a feasibility research into establishing an alongside berth in St Peter Port.

“With Government austerity measures in places, this demonstrates the commitment and importance of the cruise liner industry to the Island,” says Jason Moriarty, director of marketing, Commerce & Employment department, Guernsey Government. 

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Guernsey is a popular call on cruise round Britain

Guernsey (St Peter Port) has witnessed an increase in around-British-Isles cruising. About 45% of calls and 51% of passengers are on such an itinerary.

This year 63,134 passengers on 69 calls visited the Channel Islands’ port while, in 2012, the forecast is for 80,000 passengers on 57 calls. The increase is due to MSC Cruises calling six times with about 2,000 passengers each time.

Inaugural calls this year included Queen Elizabeth and Mein Schiff 2.

 

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Guernsey calls up 49% in 2011

In 2011, Guernsey will receive 76 calls, up 49% on last year. Included will be inaugural calls from Cunard Line’s Queen Elizabeth, Phoenix Reisen’s Amadea, Royal Caribbean International’s Vision of the Seas and Compagnie du Ponant’s Le Boreal. 

“Bookings for 2011 are very encouraging indeed, which will hopefully reaffirm our place in the cruise liner market place as the leading destination port of call in Great Britain,” says Capt Gill, harbour master St Peter Port, Guernsey.

In 2010 there were 51 calls and 44,382 passengers, the latter a 5.6% increase on 2009.

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Lat: 49°27'36" N

Lon: 2°27'60" W

Port Contact

Harbour Authority, PO Box 631, St. Julian's Emplacement
GY1 3DN St. Peter Port, Channel Isles

Phone:+ 44 1481 720229
E-Mail:guernsey.harbour@gov.gg
Web:http://www.guernseyharbours.gov.gg


Nautical Data

Max. Draught (m):5
Max. Air draught (m):no restrictions
Anchorage Available:yes
Anchorage Compulsory:n/a
Pilotage Compulsory:yes
Tugs Available:no
Tidal Movement/Range:9 (m)
Ship Stay Minimum (hrs):no limit
Ship Stay Maximum (hrs):no limit
Ship Stay Preferred (hrs):n/a
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Attraction & Excursions

Castle Cornet

Guernsey’s ancient royal fortress, has stood guard over the town & harbour for nearly eight centuries. Five museums are housed within the Castle.

The Guernsey Tapestry

The Bailiwick of Guernsey Millennium Tapestry illustrates 1000 years of history in 10 embroidered panels. A permanent exhibition housed in an award winning Gallery, complete with audio guide.

Hauteville House

In this house, well preserved in its original state, the famous French writer Victor Hugo spent fourteen years in exile decorating it personally and writing his masterpieces.

Guernsey Museum and Art Gallery

Designed around the old Victorian bandstand in the restored Victorian Candie Gardens, the Museum houses a variety of Exhibitions. ‘The Story of Guernsey’ shows the development of the Island.