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There is plenty to do in Herm, including a variety of seasonal events to make your experience a special one. Plan a day trip or stay for a week - go walking, swimming, kayaking, fishing, do yoga or just relax and do nothing...

Visiting the Herm Shop is like an adventure in itself! Often described as a treasure trove, our not-so-little shop offers a great view and great products too! We stock everything you could possibly want or need during your stay in Herm.

Whether you are new to Herm Island or have been coming here for many years, there are some things which will never change: the gentle lapping of the waves against the harbour rocks, the breathtaking views that make you stop and take it all in, and the feeling of well-being and peace you have when you step off the island onto the boat back to Guernsey.

Imagine life on Herm - your dream getaway awaits in our self-catering cottages or apartments. Unpack, settle into your island retreat, and let Herm become your home. Experience the perfect blend of island living, where you have the freedom to explore at your leisure, and children can roam and play in an idyllic home from home.

Herm Island offers visitors a delightful variety of coastline. Spend time relaxing and playing on the beautiful beaches; you are spoilt for choice. Turquoise blue water gently laps the glistening white sand providing a safe, clean environment to build sandcastles and paddle in the sea.

Herm is a working community entirely dependent on tourism for its income. The island is open all year round and employs a mix of permanent residents and seasonal staff. Our main season runs from April to October when all departments on the island are open. From November to March the island is managed by a significantly reduced workforce. Herm has a permanent community of 65 residents, including families with children. These people live and work on the island all year round, but during the peak season, the island population increases by up to 100 seasonal staff, who will mostly also be given accommodation on the island. We have a wide range of seasonal positions available in all departments. Start and finish dates vary, with some staff being taken on for the whole season and others just for part of it.

Herm offers a variety of accommodation including the country house style White House Hotel, comfortable and cosy holiday cottages and apartments, and equipped tent camping.

Herm has enjoyed a colourful history, and many vestiges of the past can still be seen. The island of today is quite different to bygone eras when the public had no access. Great efforts were made in many ways to harness the island’s assets and allure before the advent of tourism. The island has been home to Neolithic man, monks, quarrymen, farmers, writers, artists and wealthy entrepreneurs. A brief outline of some of the island's history is below, but you can find more details of their rich and colourful lifestyles in the book, 'Hidden Treasures of Herm Island' by Catherine Kalamis, available at The Herm Shop.

Herm’s restaurants, pubs, and cafés have something to suit everyone; from formal dining and gourmet cuisine, to bistro or pub grub and beach café sarnies and salads. We pride ourselves in offering fresh, quality and, where possible, local products with a great team of chefs and front of house service team.

Experience the tranquillity and unspoiled beauty of Herm with our equipped camping and site only options. Choose from spacious 6 to 8-man tents, available for a minimum of three nights during peak season and two nights off-peak season. Or get in touch with our team to enquire about site only availability.

Located 3 miles from Guernsey in the Channel Islands, the only way to arrive in Herm is by boat – either via the daily Travel Trident scheduled passenger ferry service from Guernsey, or aboard a private vessel. (see our Private Boat guide below for advice on sailing and moorings around Herm). If your arrival time into Guernsey doesn't connect with the regular passenger ferry service a charter vessel can be organised, so please talk to our team. THERE ARE ALWAYS WAYS OF GETTING TO HERM! If you are travelling from further afield you need to get to Guernsey first, which you can do by air or by sea. Please see further information below. If you need assistance or have any queries when booking your travel to Herm Island please get in touch with our reservations team: T +44 1481 750000 E reservations@herm.com

The Mermaid Tavern was named after an old cargo vessel used many years ago to carry supplies to the island. Originally a fisherman’s pub, The Mermaid Tavern’s cheerful, informal atmosphere is popular all year round, especially during the busy summer months when customers can sit out in the courtyard to enjoy a drink in the sun. Come rain or shine the tavern is great for hearty pub meals enjoyed either out in the courtyard or inside the pub next to a roaring fire. Chef’s Theatre Dining is also available for group or party bookings on the Courtyard Top Deck area.

As you approach Herm Harbour and The White House Hotel comes into view, you know that it's special. With a Britain in Bloom Gold Award-winning island as its garden, picturesque harbour-side vistas, and a rich tradition cherished by generations, this country house-style retreat offers a truly special experience.

A popular restaurant with visitors, The Ship Inn offers brasserie style dining and excellent cuisine from the kitchens of The White House Hotel, in an informal atmosphere, with no dress code or age restrictions. On fine days sit out and enjoy drinks and lunch or supper on the patio or garden, and on cooler days sit in either the bar, with its open fire, or the restaurant area. All special dietary requirements catered for.

Herm offers a variety of accommodation including the country house style White House Hotel, comfortable and cosy holiday cottages and apartments, and equipped tent camping. Enjoy wonderful walks around the stunning coastline, nature trails and a range of activities & tours.

The Conservatory restaurant offers first class dining with the freshest local produce and a daily changing specials menu (please see samples in our downloads section below). The Conservatory boasts uninterrupted sea views across to Guernsey and offers glorious sunsets. Unless you are a guest at the hotel, it is highly recommended that you make a reservation in advance of your visit for dinner by calling: (01481) 750075 or emailing: hotel@herm.com

Herm warmly welcomes dog owners and their four-legged friends. Please see below for details of dog-friendly accommodation, dining and beach access and please do not hesitate to give us a call if you have any queries about visiting Herm with your dog(s).

Herm's east coast is home to two of the most loved and beautiful beaches in the British Isles, often likened to the Caribbean so golden is the shell strewn sand and turquoise the sea. Both Shell Beach and Belvoir Bay cafés serve fresh sandwiches, hot sausage rolls, cakes & pastries, hot and cold drinks, milk shakes and the ever important ice creams and lollies. Shell Beach Café also has a licence to serve drinks to seated diners and offers a range of delicious plated salads and platters. Sit at a picnic bench or hire a deckchair and spend the day relaxing on the beach.