Welcome to alderney.org.uk.

Alderney is one of the smallest of the Channel Islands and the closest to France being only 8 miles from the coast of Northern France. Despite its close proximity to France it has a very English feel and confirmed loyalty to the UK in 1204. It went through a bleak period of German occupation during the Second World War when 4 concentration camps were built on the island. However, the Germans gave up the island in May 1945 and locals returned in December of the same year. The island now derives a lot of its income from the tourists that visit it and it is home to much flora and fauna as well as being a haven for birdwatchers.

Guernsey is another of the Channel Islands and is much larger than its neighbour Alderney. It has its own currency and stamps and operates independently. It is popular for offshore banks and other businesses for tax reasons. It is well worth a visit and though the tourism to the island does supply a lot of the income traditional means of income from fishing, farming, flowers and dairy products are still key.

Northern France is also very close to Alderney being only 8 miles away by sea. It is not the most attractive region of France and the French tend to pore scorn on the area primarily for the huge hypermarches that attract 'booze cruise' tourists and visitors looking to stock up on cheap drink. However, it does have some key historical significance and the major city, Lille, is experiencing a facelift in recent years.

Read on for more information about Alderney and her neighbours...