Beaches & Coastline
Guernsey's coastline has a rugged beauty and charm. From the dramatic cliffs along the south coast consisting of exposed maritime heathland, sheltered valleys, bluebell woods and coves to the long stretches of white sand on the west and north coasts, shingle banks and sand dunes - Guernsey has it all.
The Environment Department is responsible for maintaining the Island's cliff paths, beaches, coastal walks, and headlands. It does so through a series of management plans, contracts, and environmentally sensitive policies which try to balance the needs of man with those of the wildlife. Preserving this rich mosaic of habitats and the biodiversity that they support is increasingly important due to many of the man-made threats that they are faced with. These include: recreational pressures (e.g. trampling, disturbance, etc.); pollution (chemical, effluent, litter, etc.); development; and climate change.
- Bathing Water Quality
- Beach Management
- Beach Use Restrictions from 1st May
- Guernsey Coastal Clean Up Campaign 2010
- Water Sports Enthusiasts Warned About Safety