Alderney life
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| Braye Harbour looking west to Ortac and Casquets |
Perhaps Alderney’s greatest attribute is its safety and quality of life. Being a small island with a population of only 2,400, crime is rarely known. Both state and private schooling are available on the island.
There is a strong sense of community throughout the island with the people being extremely hospitable and sociable. Notable events through the year include a Seafood festival, Alderney Week and carnival, Alderney Air races, the Wildlife festival, golf championship, Alderney half marathon, Alderney Angling festival and numerous sailing competitions.
Alderney is a relaxed, safe and friendly island with a great deal to offer, including a quiet stable way of life amidst beautiful surroundings and enjoying a generally warmer climate than that of the U.K.
It has an excellent selection of shops, restaurants and bars, with local seafood a culinary speciality. A brand new four star hotel has just opened with another due to open in near future. The Island also boasts an active tennis club and a challenging golf course renowned for its breathtaking views in all directions. The fishing and boating is superb and in addition numerous sports and social clubs thrive. Private flying is positively encouraged.