Saumarez Park, Brecqhou Travel Guide
Explore Guernsey's largest park: a blend of history, nature, and family fun in a beautiful garden setting. Open year-round, dawn till dusk.
Saumarez Park is the largest public park in Guernsey, offering a blend of formal gardens, play areas, and historical features. It's a popular spot for families, tourists, and anyone seeking a peaceful retreat.
A brief summary to Saumarez Park
- Rte de Saumarez, Guernsey, GY5 7UJ, GG
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Know before you go
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- Pack a picnic to enjoy on the park's expansive lawns, especially near the duck pond and Japanese pavilion.
- Visit the Folk & Costume Museum to delve into Guernsey's heritage (modest entry fee applies for non-National Trust members).
- Check the local events calendar for festivals, shows, and other activities held in the park throughout the year.
- Explore the Victorian Walled Kitchen Garden to see a variety of heritage plants and chat with the volunteer gardeners.
- Take the nature trail that links the park to Cobo Bay for a scenic walk.
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Getting There
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Public Transport
Several bus routes serve Saumarez Park, including the 41, 42, 61, 62, P2, and N2. From St. Peter Port, take any of these routes towards the north of the island. Alight at the Saumarez Park stop on Route de Saumarez. The park entrance is a short walk from the bus stop. A standard daytime bus fare is £1.60, payable by credit or debit card. A Puffin Pass offers a discounted fare of £1.15.
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Walking
From Cobo Bay, a nature trail links directly to Saumarez Park. The walk is approximately 1.5 miles and takes around 30 minutes. Follow the clearly marked path inland, enjoying the scenery along the way. There is no cost associated with walking.
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Taxi
Taxis are readily available throughout Guernsey. From St. Peter Port, a taxi to Saumarez Park takes approximately 10-15 minutes. Taxi fares in Guernsey start at £3.80, with each kilometer costing an additional £1.90. A 5km ride would cost around £13.30. Expect to pay between £12 and £18 for a taxi from St. Peter Port to Saumarez Park, depending on traffic and time of day.
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Driving
Saumarez Park has two free car parks: one off Route de Saumarez near the playground, and another off Saumarez Lane near the pond. The playground car park is smaller and fills up quickly. If both are full, there is an overflow car park on Home Farm Field opposite Saumarez Lane, when needed. Parking is free.
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Step back in time at Guernsey's Victorian Walled Kitchen Garden, a beautifully restored horticultural haven in Saumarez Park. Open daily except Sundays.
