Chief Librarian: Amanda Bennett Opening Hours: 09:30am to 5pm Monday-Saturday Enquiries: Library staff are available to give guidance and assistance on family and local research topics. Specialist advice on genealogical research is available and postal enquiries are welcome. About the library The Priaulx library is situated in Candie House, on an elevated site which overlooks the town of St. Peter Port and the neighbouring islands of Sark, Herm and Jethou. The house and most of its contents were the gift of Osmond de Beauvoir Priaulx to the people of Guernsey. The Priaulx family traces its history back to the Norman Conquest and beyond and the name is still extant on the island. The library holds a very large archive of local newspapers, beginning with Guernsey's first newspapers which appeared in 1791 and giving very comprehensive coverage up to the present day. Much of this is on microfilm. The generous co-operation of the local clergy and the Greffier of the Royal Court has enabled the library to assemble under one roof, microfilm copies of most of the civil and ecclesiastical records of the population of the island. These records are available to the public (free of charge to personal callers, in respect for Mr. Priaulx's founding principles) from Monday to Saturday, with experienced members of staff always on hand to give assistance. Those unable to visit the library in person are still able to take advantage of the facilities for a modest fee, since the research assistants are accustomed to searching for the records on behalf of overseas enquirers. Resources Historical Publications concerning the Channel Islands. Family trees and published family histories. Parish Church Registers on microfilm. The Constables Records of St Peter Port (includes several 19th Century lists of "Strangers"). Almanacs from 19th Century (in English and French) which include partial lists of residents by address and/or trade, diaries of local events, Parish officials, officers of local garrisons and militia, shipping, clubs etc. Newspapers from 1791 (in English and French); 30 titles covering different time periods. The principal English language paper was the Star (1813-1965). Now part of the Guernsey Evening Press and Star. Société Guernsiaise publications - the Transactions from outset in 1881 (indexed on Library's computer system principally by subject matter - but also by title). Photographic Collection: Parish by Parish indexed by subject matter. Copies can be arranged.

Situated on the seafront of St Peter Port, the Yacht Hotel overlooks the ever changing panorama of the Albert Marina and town harbour. Beyond, the neighbouring Islands of Herm and Sark form a natural backdrop to the Historic Castle Cornet. All twelve of our bedrooms are individually decorated to suit all tastes, four of them overlook the Marina and Castle Cornet. All are en-suite with bath and/or shower, have colour TV, tea and coffee making facilities and central heating for the winter months. We also offer FREE wireless Internet access. The Yacht is seconds away from the Bus Terminus bringing the rest of the Island into easy reach. The main shopping area of St Peter Port is 2 minutes walk away. The regular ferries to Fermain Bay and the lovely Islands of Herm and Sark depart from nearby ports. Day trips can also be made to Jersey, Alderney and France. Our restaurant Tides, overlooks the Marina and Castle Cornet. We have an extensive menu including fresh local seafood and delicious steaks. Our spacious public bar offers big screen sports coverage, live music during the summer months and fantastic bar meals.

Started by Colin Soudain in 1957, the Shell Garden, Jersey, has become the largest of its kind in the world consisting of millions of locally collected mollusc shells. Colin Soudain started the Shell Garden for his own pleasure. When he started work on his garden in 1957 his only desire was to enhance the hillside surrounding his newly built house. He never imagined for one minute that the garden would one day become one of Jersey's most unique and popular tourist attractions giving pleasure and joy to tens of thousands of people, both local and tourists alike, every year. Colin Soudain handed the management and creative direction over to me, John Morgan, and I have tried to carry on where Colin left off. Although the garden is now a business, all the additions I make to the garden are for my pleasure and other people's pleasure, and not for financial gain, therefore maintaining the original air of innocence by which the Shell Garden was created. Colin is still very much involved with the garden. Although he is nearly 80 years old, he still keeps very active and I keep him very busy making shell souvenirs for the shell shop. We are a great team and he supports me with all the work we do. That work is a continuous thing as we are adding more shells and works of art to the garden every year. It's really quite difficult to describe the Shell Garden in words, it is so unique, so extensive, and the ambiance, the feeling of peace and tranquillity is so special, it's beyond the written word; you have to experience it for yourself and experience the world's greatest monument to innocence and the true spirit of Mankind. Opening Times 1st April to 1st November from 9.45am to 4.45pm, seven days a week. We can be found on the A13, between the village of St Aubin's and St Brelade's Bay, on the main highway to the South-West of the Island from the Island's capital, St Helier. We are also on the Island's busiest bus route with at least one bus every 20 minutes on bus routes 12, 12A, 14 and 15 from St Helier Bus Station at the Weighbridge. We charge a small entrance fee. There are toilet facilities and ample parking.

Step inside Casa Mia, Jersey and take a culinary journey through Italy. We're serving up fresh Italian and Mediterranean cuisine that's both innovative and traditional at a location convenient to you. Delicious seafood, meat and vegetable pastas, fresh fish, pizzas, home made desserts and a wine list to complement our food are the reason everyone enjoys frequenting Casa Mia. All this combined with friendly, attentive service and a pleasant environment make Casa Mia the perfect place for business, social and group dining. Open from 5.45pm to 10.30pm Open 7 days a week. Open Sunday Lunchtime.

This Modern, five-floor 3 star Hotel is conveniently located half a mile from the shops and markets of St Heliers town centre and one mile from the waterfront and Havre de Pas Beach. The 222 guestrooms offer modern style rooms with satellite television, coffee/tea makers and complimentary toiletries, bed and breakfast and half-board rates are available. The Mayfair also has Junior Suites available, which have a living area included. The Mayfair Hotel's health club has fully equipped gym, indoor pool, Jacuzzi and steam room. The lounge bar offers drinks, coffee and snacks. The games room features video games and soft play area for young children. A kid's club offers supervised activities during school holidays. Live entertainment is offered most nights in the hotel, including bingo, quizzes and cabaret. Public areas offer complimentary wireless internet access. Complimentary parking is available on site. Modern Hotels are able to offer some really special air and sea fares to jersey-ask for a brochure where full details can be found (ATOL 0752 ABTA V3101) Unbeatable value for money holidays.

Arrive and Drive is ideal for new comers or regulars to karting. The emphasis is very much on developing and improving your driving skills with computerised timing encouraging your efforts. Simply turn up and Drive our new 270cc Hire Karts. It is advisable to pre-book to ensure that track time is available. 15 minutes £21.00 per driver 30 minutes £31.00 per driver 60 minutes £51.00 per driver 30 Sprint Minimum 5 drivers, maximum 10 - £26.00 per driver 45 Sprint Minimum 5 drivers, maximum 10 - £36.00 per driver 60 Sprint Minimum 5 drivers, maximum 10 - £46.00 per driver 80 Sprint Minimum 5 drivers, maximum 10 - £56.00 per driver Format * Arrive, sign in. * Select race suits, helmets and gloves. * Drivers briefing, safety and kart familiarisation. * Practice laps to qualify for grid position. * Race – first driver to cover 30/45 laps. * Presentation Childrens Parties are available upon request. For further details, please contact us. Grand Prix Race Meeting 14 – 30 competitors, computerised race timing. £36.00 per person. Format * Arrive, sign in * Select race suits, helmets and gloves. * Drivers briefing, safety and kart familiarisation. * 3 Practice laps * Heats – 3 heats per driver * 1 Semi-final per driver * Final – best 10 drivers * Presentation (trophies for top three) Super Grand Prix Race Meeting 14 – 30 competitors, computerised race timing. £46.00 per person. Format * Arrive, sign in * Select race suits, helmets and gloves. * Drivers briefing, safety and kart familiarisation. * 3 Practice laps * Heats – 6 heats per driver * 1 Semi-final per driver * Final – best 10 drivers * Presentation (trophies for top three) Endurance Ideal for large groups - 1 hour, 2 hour & 3 hour races. £81 per team per hour. Format * Arrive, sign in. * Select race suits, helmets and gloves. * Drivers briefing, safety and kart familiarisation. * 3 Practice laps to qualify for grid position. * (fuel & tyre check every hour by pit crew) * Race – teams organise driver changes. * Presentation (trophies for top three) All sessions must be pre-booked on 01481 723414 or 07781 101142 All Grand Prix bookings require a £10 deposit per person. All endurance race bookings require a £20 deposit per team. All deposits are non-refundable. Welcome to the official website for FRG Racing, the race team started in 1998 when the team entered two drivers in the British Junior and Senior Championships. Since then the team has been competing in the British Championships in the following classes Cadet Age 8-12yrs 60cc engine with clutch JICA Age 12-16yrs 100cc Fixed Geared Junior Rotax Max Age 12 - 16yrs 125cc engine with clutch Senior Rotax Max Age 16yrs + 125cc engine with clutch ICA Age 16yrs + 100cc Fixed Geared 125cc National Age 16yrs + 125cc Gearbox Class 250 E Age 16yrs + 250cc Gearbox Class With our Wealth of experience in all the classes above we can offer * Track Side Support * Driver Coaching * Kart Set Up * On Track Shop * Engine and Kart Rebuilding Service * Suppliers of all aspects of Kart Racing