Sark is situated approximately eight miles east of the island of Guernsey and is part of the Bailiwick of Guernsey. Sark is the smallest of the four main Channel Islands, only three miles long and a mile and a half wide. The highest point on the island is 114 metres above sea levelThere are no cars allowed on the island of Sark, though tractors are allowed, and travel by horse-drawn vehicles are the mode of transportation for those who do not wish to talk. Sark is a Dark Sky Community, which is a community which restricts artificial light pollution. It is the first Dark Sky island in the world.
There are two geographic parts of Sark: Greater Sark in the north and Little Sark in the south. The two Sarks are connected by La Coupée, a narrow isthmus which is 91 metres long. It has a 100-metre drop on both sides.
There are several mines on the island, where silver and galena, which is the natural mineral form of lead sulfide, was mined. There are also numerous natural cave formations at sea level. These cave formations are habitats for many marine animals, particularly sea anemones.
Less than 325 metres west of Greater Sark is the private island of Brecqhou. Despite the fact that it's private. it is open to some people who want to visit. Sark has jurisdiction over the island of Brecqhou. The owners of that island since 1993, David Barclay, has contested Sark's control for a few years, but candidates who are endorsed by business interests have not been able to win any seats for more than a decade.
In August of 1990 a nuclear physicist from France named André Gardes decided to invade Sark. Armed with a semi-automatic, he posted two posters which announced his intention to take over the island "tomorrow at noon." The next morning, he started foot patrol all by himself wearing full battle garb and brandishing his gun. Gardes was on a bench, resting and waiting for noon when the island's volunteer constable walked by, looked at the weapon admiringly, and complimented the man on his fine weapon, Gardes began to change the magazine, and while the weapon was without any ammunition, the constable pounced on the would-be invader, wrestled him to the ground, and arrested him. He was sentenced to seven days in the Guernsey jail. The next year, the physicist tried again, but this time he was intercepted and turned around in Guernsey.
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The bicycle rental shop on the island of Sark offers flexible hire periods, and carries mountain bikes and standard bicycles, as well as a selection of bikes that are for sale. Its location, shop hours, and online bookings are available.
http://atobcycles.com
Handmade on the Channel Island of Sark, Guernsey, the history of the business is related here, along with an introduction to its staff, and an online catalog of products available, which may be purchased online.
https://www.caraghchocolates.com
The official site for the island government includes an introduction to its conseillers and committees, as well as posted agendas and minutes, public notices and contact information.
http://www.gov.sark.gg/
The travel guide offers a brief profile of the island, with information and choices about modes of travel to the island and while on the island, suggestions on things to see or do while there, as well as restaurants, hotels and other accommodations.
http://iguide.travel/Sark/
La Société Sercquaise was founded in 1975 for the purpose of studying, preserving and enhancing the natural environment and cultural heritage of the island of Sark. Its site features news of its projects, as well as its exhibitions, publications, and membership policies.
http://www.socsercq.sark.gg/
Based in Le Grand Fort, in the northeastern part of the Channel Island of Sark, which has no cars, the horse and carriage business was established in the late 1800s, and continues to offer transport and around the island trips, night carriages, and other tours. Self catering accommodations are also available, and online booking can be accomplished through the site.
http://www.sarkcarriages.co.uk/
Chamber membership represents the variety of commerce on the Chamber Island of Sark, from carriage drivers, builders and carters to hotels and restaurants. Its objectives and membership benefits are defined here, along with an alphabetized directory of members, meeting schedules, training opportunities, and contacts.
http://sarkchamber.com
Serving the small island of Sark, the service prides itself on the uniqueness of its firefighting apparatus, which have been modified to meet the specific needs of the island. A gallery of photographs is presented.
http://www.sarkfireservice.org.gg/
Funded by the Island of Sark, and not part of the UK or Channel Island education systems, the only school on the island serves children from the age of four to sixteen. The school day is described, including its classes and schedules, staff contacts, policies, forms, and reports, as well as a history of the school in Sark, Guernsey.
http://www.sarkschool.co.uk/page/default.asp
With offices on the Channel Islands of Guernsey and Sark, The shipping company provides transportation and shipping to and from the islands. Included are its office hours and locations, passenger timetables, fares, details on freight transportation and group travel. Online booking is available.
https://www.sarkshippingcompany.com
Simply Sark is an online information board and photo archive relating to the Channel Island of Sark. Guests are granted only limited access to view most information, articles and photo galleries, while free registration grants members access to post topics, communicate, respond to polls, upload photographs and other features.
http://www.simplysark.co.uk/en/
Dating back to 1820, the church is located on the island of Sark, and continues to serve the island community. A history of the church and its property is set forth, with service times, notices and appeals, photographs, and contact data.
http://sarkparishchurch.org.uk
