Exploring Alderney

Alderney, third largest of the Channel Islands, is roughly 3 miles long by 1½ at its widest, about 2,000 acres in extent and is situated in the mouth of the Channel, 9 miles due West of Cap de la Hague in Normandy. It has high cliffs along its southern coastline, the eastern part of which, the older harder rocks are overlaid with sandstone, (the only Channel Island to contain this rock), with the main plateau area, about 80m high, having most of the agricultural land and sloping steeply down to the north and east.

Its dramatic landscape with sheer cliffs and white sandy beaches make Alderney an idyllic place to explore. Uncovered causeways at low tide create the perfect opportunity to see a different view of the island where time has stood still. Details of high and low tides are available at reception or from the Harbour Master.

You can travel to Alderney by plane, flying direct from Southampton or via Guernsey from most UK airports.  The airfield at Alderney is popular with private plane owners as is the harbour for boat owners.  Ferries to sail to and from the French mainland and Guernsey during the summer months. The hotel can arrange for taxi transfers from Alderney airport to the hotel and back.