‘in guernsey, art is part of the conversation’

The only British territories to endure Nazi occupation, the Channel Islands became a symbol of stoic resilience, says Adam Hay-Nicholls , as he celebrates the 80th anniversary of Guernsey’s liberation

Emilie Le Breton (better known as Lillie Langtry, 1853–1929), actor; Graeme Le Saux (born 1968), footballer; the Lord Mayor of London Sir Paul Le Mesurier (1755-1805); and Maya Le Tissier (born 2002),

Whether it’s the raw beauty of Sark, the gentle charm of Guernsey, or the historic intrigue of Alderney, the Channel Islands promise an idyllic break less than an hour’s flight from Gatwick. Closer to

IF you want a bird’s eye view of St Peter Port, climb to the top of Victoria Tower,” John, a friendly local who spotted me thumbing through my guide book, suggested. Finishing my coffee at a café in G

Clutter-free grandeur How the artist changed her untidy ways to create a stately studio workspace

I DON’T think I could live here.” Louis stood at the window of his great-grandfather’s residential home and looked out over the sea. “I mean, who doesn’t like the sea? But it’s kind of dead around her