Latest news with #AlderneyWeek
BBC News
6 days ago
- Health
- BBC News
Guernsey's rescue boat deployed to Alderney twice in two days
Two patients have been assisted by an ambulance boat in Alderney in two Flying Christine III, which provides a medical link between the islands of the Bailiwick of Guernsey, responded to one case on Friday, before being tasked again to another injured patient on Saturday, bosses vessel was already at Braye Harbour as part of the Alderney Week celebrations when it was tasked to transfer a patient to hospital in Guernsey on Friday evening, before returning to the island to assist in an emergency case on Saturday. So far this year, the marine ambulance has responded to 32 cases, including five in the past week, with calls involving sailings to Sark, Herm and Alderney. The case on Saturday saw it assist an injured patient requiring urgent transport to Guernsey, where they were later taken to the emergency department by road Ambulance and Rescue thanked all those involved, especially the volunteer boat vessel is the marine equivalent of an accident and emergency ambulance, fully equipped with a range of life-saving and medical equipment. It is on call 24 hours a day from a mooring in St Peter vessel is a charitable asset, built with public support and maintained through a combination of charges, subscriptions, donations and sponsorship, bosses said.
ITV News
06-08-2025
- Entertainment
- ITV News
Chaotic with colour in a quarry as Alderney residents and visitors join in kaleidoscopic celebration
In the latest instalment of activities for Alderney Week, islanders and tourists take part in the popular annual colour party.
BBC News
09-07-2025
- Business
- BBC News
Aurigny announce expanded flight service for Alderney Week
Guernsey's airline has announced an expanded service in response to a strong demand for travel during Alderney Week. Aurigny said it would be running 12 additional flights at the start of August "to help more visitors experience the island's most celebrated annual event".It said there would be eight additional flights between Southampton and Alderney, and a further four between Guernsey and Alderney. Aurigny's chief executive, Nico Bezuidenhout, said teams had worked hard to make the flights available and "further strengthen Alderney's visitor economy". 'Play our part' He said: "Alderney Week is an inspiring celebration of island life, and we're proud to play our part in helping it thrive."The airline said additional flights between Alderney and Southampton would be scheduled for 2,3,10 and 11 August, and on 3 and 10 August for flights between Alderney and airline said the new flights would amount to more than "200 additional seats for the period."Caroline Gauvain, tourism manager at Visit Alderney, said: "We really appreciate Aurigny adding extra flights for Alderney Week. "This iconic event is a highlight of the island's calendar and a fantastic opportunity to welcome new and returning visitors."These extra flights will ensure more people can experience the unique charm, community spirit, and unforgettable celebrations that make Alderney Week so special."
