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Guernsey Tapestry Gallery: A Stitch in Time
Explore 1,000 years of Guernsey history through stunning embroidery at the Guernsey Tapestry Gallery in St Peter Port. A vibrant cultural experience.
The Guernsey Tapestry Gallery showcases ten embroidered panels depicting 1,000 years of Guernsey's history, created by local residents as a millennium project. Each tapestry represents a century and a parish, offering a unique insight into the island's past.
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Monday
9:30 am-3 pm
Tuesday
9:30 am-3 pm
Wednesday
9:30 am-3 pm
Thursday
9:30 am-3 pm
Friday
9:30 am-3 pm
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The Guernsey Tapestry Gallery, located in St Peter Port, houses the Bailiwick of Guernsey Millennium Tapestry, a remarkable community project. This stunning display features ten intricately embroidered panels, each illustrating a century of Guernsey's history from 1000 to 2000 AD. Created by local residents, the tapestry showcases key events, traditions, and the unique character of the island.
Each panel represents one of Guernsey's ten parishes and bears its crest. The tapestries were meticulously researched to ensure accuracy in depicting costumes, cultures, and historical events. Visitors can admire the detailed craftsmanship and vibrant colors, brought to life with various stitches to create a three-dimensional effect.
An audio guide, available in English, French, and German, accompanies the exhibition, providing insights into the history and themes behind each panel. Volunteers, including some of the original stitchers, often share their stories and experiences, offering a personal connection to the artwork. The gallery is located in the Dorey Centre, formerly a 19th-century church, adding to the atmosphere of this cultural gem.
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Getting There
Walking
The Guernsey Tapestry Gallery is located in St Peter Port, easily accessible on foot from the Town Terminus bus station and the main shopping areas. From the bus station, walk along the High Street, then turn onto College Street. The gallery is in the Dorey Centre, just off College Street. No costs are involved.
Public Transport
Buses.gg operates an island-wide bus service with regular connections to St Peter Port. Most routes pass through the Town Terminus. From there, it is a short walk to the gallery. A single bus fare is approximately £1.
Taxi
Taxis are available at the airport, the Bridge (St Sampson), and in St Peter Port. A taxi from the airport to the Guernsey Tapestry Gallery in St Peter Port will cost approximately £15-£20.
Car
If driving, navigate to St Peter Port and then to St James Street, where the Guernsey Tapestry Gallery is located. Parking is available in nearby public car parks. Most on-street parking and car parks are marked as 'disc zone' and require a parking clock. Parking clocks are available for purchase from the Guernsey Information Centre, most garages and a number of retail outlets but may cost more. All public parking in Guernsey (with the exception of the Guernsey Airport) is free.
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