Alderney Entertainment

Cuisine in Alderney is largely French influenced. Seafood is in abundance. The local speciality is shellfish. Restaurants also offer traditional British, international and oriental cuisine. A wide variety of alcoholic beverages is available. Spirits, beers and wines are cheaper than on the mainland. A gastronomic highlight In Alderney is the annual Seafood Festival in May.

Shoppers in Alderney take delight in the fact that no VAT means affordable retail therapy is at hand. Goods such as sports equipment, perfume, clothing and electrical items are all less expensive than the mainland. And before departure, Alderney has its own duty-free retail outlets where visitors can purchase spirits and tobacco at exceptionally low prices.

The town of St Anne has a variety of boutiques selling gifts and kitchenware, however Alderny pullovers, pottery and crafts make for the best souvenirs. Getting a ‘taste' of Alderny is additionally enjoyable in the form of island's dairy ice cream.

Shopping hours: These vary, but the majority of shops open Mon-Sat 0900-1730. Shops generally close for lunch and on Wednesday afternoons. Shops may open on Sundays during the high season.