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The Liberation Trail
As Guernsey marks the 80th anniversary of its Liberation from German Occupation, a special experience has been launched to honour this defining chapter in the island’s story.
The Liberation Trail – which has been created in collaboration with a wide range of cultural and heritage partners – invites islanders and visitors to immerse themselves in the stories of those who endured, resisted, and ultimately rejoiced as freedom returned to Guernsey’s shores.
The commemorative Liberation Trail winds through the heart of St. Peter Port, revealing the island’s journey from wartime hardship to hope, resilience, and recovery. Through nine unique displays, located at key cultural and historical sites, those undertaking the trail can explore personal stories, historical artifacts and rarely seen photographs that bring the era vividly to life.
The Liberation Trail has been made possible through a collaboration between Guernsey Museum, Island Archives, the Guille-Allès Library, the Priaulx Library, Guernsey Arts, the Royal Court, and local historian Marco Tersigni, who together have crafted a compelling tribute to Guernsey’s wartime experience.
To help guide the journey, an illustrated Liberation Trail map highlights each of the nine display locations around St. Peter Port. Each stop on the trail stands alone, meaning trail participants can begin their journey wherever they choose and experience it at their own pace.
The events available this week are:
Dear Unknown Friend – Greenhouse Gallery, Guernsey Museum 28th March – 22nd June
Island Memories Project: Liberation 80 – Guernsey Museum Foyer Display 28th March – 5th October
The Liberation Timeline – George Crossan Gallery, Market Building 10th April – 23rd June
Papers, Please – Island Archives 14th April – 23rd June
A Dark Chapter – Guille-Allès Library 14th April – 23rd June
Liberation: Re-Occupation & Recovery – Priaulx Library 15th April – 16th June
History Fest
History Fest 2025 is a two-day event on the 12th and 13th April at Guernsey Museum at Candie, celebrating Guernsey’s farming and growing industries.
The event will take place from 10am – 5pm with self-hosted crafts and workshops, new guided museum trails, and special guests. It offers the opportunity to learn about the history of agriculture in Guernsey.
Throughout the weekend you can learn more about traditional Guernsey skills and industries and get up close to some very special objects on loan from local collectors and artisans like Lloyd Robilliard, Max Gaudion and Trevor Rogers-Davis.
On Saturday, the museum will have two very special 4-legged friends from La Petite Croute Farm and the calves will be joined by some of our famous Guernsey donkeys and goats.
On Sunday there will be the opportunity to help make beautiful, willow plant supports to be donated to our friends at the Ron Short Centre. This drop in has been facilitated by Rae’s Willowcraft who work closely with the centre to pass on this traditional skill.
Free entry with a Discovery Pass.
Guernsey Milk Tales – A History of the Guernsey Dairy and Milk Production on the Island
Step back in time to see how dairying on the island used to be and how the modern Guernsey Dairy came into being. See behind the scenes to discover how the Dairy brings this iconic island product ‘From the Field to Your Fridge’ and follow the journey the milk takes from the cow in the field, through the farms, into the Dairy and onto your table!
You can also learn why the Guernsey cow’s milk is such a renowned product and Discover more about where our Guernsey ‘Girls’ have gone in the world – you’ll be very surprised!
You can also see how the Dairy produces other iconic products like rich Guernsey cream and butter. You will also have the opportunity to reminisce on classic products from the past and also learn about what the Guernsey Dairy is planning for the future.
There is something for all the family!
With the cooperation of the Dairy’s Management Team and dedicated Staff, Guernsey Museum has been given unrestricted access to the Dairy and its inner workings. This has allowed a wonderful exhibition to be created which will allow visitors to get an insight into its products and processes.
Normal admission applies. FREE entry with Discovery pass.
Guernsey Music Centre Concert
Save the date!
Vale Church will play host to a fabulous concert by students of the Guernsey Music Centre, on Saturday 17th May from 7:30pm. They will be joined by members of Sinfonia Smith Square (formerly Southbank Sinfonia) from London.
Free entry. Retiring collection.