Get To The Games In A Green Way!

Island Games organisers are promoting alternative forms of travel ahead of the week of sports.

More than three thousand visitors are expected to be in Guernsey during the Island Games next week.

Organisers say active travel, public transport, and extra parking will decrease congestion on the island's roads and ensure the games can go smoothly.

There'll be free 'park and strides' set up to allow people to leave their cars and make their way to St Peter Port on foot. These will be at the Ladies College, Sir Charles Frossard House, and Beau Sejour for the opening ceremony (8th July) and last day (14 July).

The field at the top of Le Val de Terres can be used for parking for the entire week of the Games - with a temporary bus stop at the north end of Fort Road allowing people to 'park and ride' down to town.

Multiple cycle parks will be extended, special walking routes between venues signposted and buses will be free all week.

Games Logistics co-director Anne Thomas says if all forms of travel are used then the island will keep moving:

“The park and strides are smart options for people who still want or need to drive and find a parking space quickly.

The 1,200 volunteers who are supporting the Games have also been encouraged to use pedal power, walk, or make best use of the free buses.

We were delighted when Environment & Infrastructure agreed to support us with free bus service provision.

The Health Improvement Commission has also been working on additional cycle facilities and with the weather forecast looking good, there’s never been a better time to try a new means of travel."

She says the inevitable disruption to normal life and commuting will be worthwhile:

"We’re aware that there will be inconvenience and delay for some motorists in hot spots like Town, the Foote’s Lane area, and on the west coast and St Peter’s triangle, but we’d like to thank people for their support and patience whilst the island proudly plays host to such a fabulous event."

Photos of 'park & stride' at Le Val de Terres