Welcome to The Vale Commons

The Vale Commons are the largest area of land available for recreation and open to the public of Guernsey. The area is run by the Vale Commons Council, comprising five members, all unpaid. The members, and those eligible to elect them, must be Habitants (islanders that live in the Clos du Valle). The Vale Commons Council are committed to preserving this area’s unique heritage and run it for the enjoyment of the population of Guernsey.

 
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About US

Discover who we are and what the Vale Commons Council does

 
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Information and Events

The Common is home to a wide range of sports and activities. Read our useful information and discover what’s on.

 

history of the common

The history of the common stretches back over hundreds of years. Discover how the area came to get its current form and what happened over the centuries.