Visiting the Channel Islands

Why take a Ferry to Channel Islands?

Booking a ferry to or from the Channel Islands couldn't be easier with direct routes from the UK from Portsmouth and Poole to Jersey and Guernsey with Condor ferries and from the Channel Islands to France with Condor Ferries also. Manche Iles Express provides ferry crossings from France to the Channel Islands - Carteret, Granville, St Malo and Dielette to both Jersey and Guernsey. Use our ferry search to compare prices and to book your next ferry crossing

Highlights of the Channel Islands

The Channel Islands are a number of Islands that divides France and the UK. They are made up of 5 main islands Alderney, Guernsey, Jersey, Sark and Herm. Geographically and distance wise they are in fact closer to France than England but are very much more British in character then French, something any visitor to the Channel Islands will testify. All the islands offer amazing and often dramatic coastlines dependent upon the time of year that you visit and there are a number of natural and historic harbours and a surprising range of subtropical flora and species of birds to see thanks to the warm Gulf of St Malo. You will also find possibly the best seafood in the UK, and glimpses of a traditional British lifestyle that some say has faded from the UK There's plenty of history to see and to discover in the Channel Islands particularly on visiting the Islands Museums. The Channel Islands were occupied in World War II by the Germans and was the only part of the United Kingdom that came under Nazi control during the war. Do not miss the opportunity to discover and explore the old war tunnels and bunkers, while remembering the bravery of the Channel Islanders throughout the conflict

The Culture, Food and Drinks

Visits to the local Bars and Public Houses are a craft beer lovers paradise and you must take some time to enjoy a great selection of the Islands own brews, make sure you enjoy a selection from the most popular ones Liberation Ale, Mary Anne Best Bitter, Guernsey Sunbeam Bitter, and Jimmy’s Real Ale, Bass Real Ale, and the products of the Tipsy Toad Brewery, are particular good. The bars themselves are very traditional, with many set in picturesque old buildings and most serving excellent pub lunches The best dining in the Channel Islands are on the 2 main Islands of Jersey and Guernsey with a really good choice of bistros, A la carte Michelin Star restaurants, and pub grub. Seafood here is incredible and there are a number of restaurants and bistros serving “the catch of the day”, many of the islands bars and restaurants overlook the picturesque harbours, beaches, and bays. Visitors will find an amazing choice for food including seafood, French, Asian and international foods, and a really good choice of fine wines as well as craft beers to accompany your meal. If you are a foodie do not miss out in Jersey on a number of guided gourmet walks stopping off at well-known restaurants for brunch, lunch or dinner.