Vale Castle

The Vale Castle is located on the north side of the island, just a short walk from the Bordeaux kiosk. Guernsey Vale Castle is a fantastic site for dawn and sunset in Guernsey, as it overlooks the northeast part of the island with amazing views out towards Herm and Sark. Because it is available to the public all year, there are no set opening hours for early mornings or late nights, making it ideal for photography; you may go there anytime you want.

The site of the castle is said to date back to the Iron Age, but the stone structure that you see now comes from the 15th century. During WWII, the castle was also utilized by occupying forces, and relics of this may still be seen today. Vale Castle's sunset panorama, which can be seen from the top of the castle, combines the island's ancient past with its modern-day charm. As you look beyond the fortification's weathered stones, you'll see the skyline of St Sampsons, complete with the local power plant's tall chimneys.