Alderney has once again demonstrated the strength of its community, taking home three awards at the annual Floral Guernsey Foundation Community Awards.
Representatives of the Alderney Horticultural Society (AHS) attended the awards evening at Les Cotils in St Peter Port on Thursday 3 September 2026. The awards celebrate the achievements of voluntary community groups across the Bailiwick, recognising projects that enhance the islands through floral displays, heritage, conservation and wider community initiatives.
The Floral Guernsey judges visited Alderney on a glorious sunny day in June, meeting a range of local organisations and seeing first-hand the work carried out by the AHS at locations including the Memorial Gardens, Victoria Street hanging baskets, the Museum, Marais Square and the Braye Station flower beds.
Their visit resulted in three awards for Alderney.
Heritage Award – Alderney Railway Society
The Alderney Railway Society won the Heritage Award, which recognises a community that encourages activities and links celebrating its unique local history.
The judges saw the beautifully maintained flower beds around Braye Station, cared for by AHS volunteers, and met members of the Railway Society and crews working with the railway, including during the refuelling of the engine at the quarry.
This marks the sixth consecutive year that an Alderney organisation has won the Heritage Award, following recognition for projects including Bonne Terre Watermill, the German Hospital Bunker and Telegraph Tower.
Conservation and Wildlife Award – Alderney Bird Observatory
The Alderney Bird Observatory won the Conservation and Wildlife Award from a shortlist of four projects. During their visit, the judges met the Observatory’s warden and volunteers at the ‘Hut’ at Saye and heard about their ongoing bird recording work. This is the fourth time an Alderney organisation has won the Conservation and Wildlife Award.
Best New Project – The Hut at Saye
The Hut at Saye was awarded Best New Project, with the judges describing it as the outstanding entry.
During their visit, the judges met children using the facility under the guidance of the Youth Commission, alongside volunteers from the Alderney Wildlife Trust and others involved in rebuilding and developing the facility.
The success of the project demonstrates what can be achieved when local organisations and volunteers work together to create something of lasting benefit to the community.
