Steeped in history, the Channel Islands attract nearly a million visitors a year. This guide gives practical information about the island which will make it easier for the reader to plan their own excursions. The museum and art gallery descriptions have been revised abd updated and this edition inlcudes all the new attractions to the island. It gives detailed accounts of the beaches, coves, country walks, megalithic and medieval ruins. This guide provides a detailed account of the history of the islands, from the Stone Age to the present day. It tells about the artists, writers, soldiers, sailors and statesmen who have influenced these beautiful islands.