In part 1 of this two part issue, the five parishes depicted are:-

Vale – 69p: Once separated from the island by Le Braye du Valle until its early 19th-century reclamation, Vale features natural harbours, L’Ancresse Common and its golf course, 12th-century Vale Church, and Rousse Tower.

Castel – 92p: Castel blends beaches, valleys, farmland, and historic architecture. Vazon Bay is a favourite for water sports, while Saumarez Park offers nature trails and cultural attractions. The parish also includes Fort Hommet, with layers of Napoleonic, Victorian and WWII history.

St Saviour’s – £1.37: Known as Guernsey’s “floral capital,” St Saviour’s includes St Apolline’s Chapel (1392), Neolithic sites such as Le Crocq and Le Catioroc, St Saviour’s Reservoir, and the Millennium Walk.

St Pierre du Bois – £1.47: A rural parish with contrasting coastlines, it includes Lihou Island nature reserve, home to over 150 bird species and 200 types of seaweed. The stamp features a prize pumpkin, a Royal Golden Guernsey Goat, and the parish fort.

Torteval – £1.81: Guernsey’s smallest parish offers dramatic cliff views towards Herm and Sark. Its stamp depicts Hanois Lighthouse, Pleinmont Observation Tower (built 1942–45), and Torteval Church.

Parishes Map – £1.90: The final stamp shows a map highlighting each featured parish and their douzaines, Guernsey’s historic parish councils.