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Nick Le Huray

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🇬🇬 Warro! IC member #158. Blog about Occupation of the Channel Islands during the Second World War island-fortress.com. Find me on linktr.ee/nicklehuray

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Nick Le Huray @nickleh.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Last chance this year for the "Danger, Defiance & Liberation" tour is 10th October. nicklehuray.com/2026/09/27/l...
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Last chance this year for the “Danger, Defiance & Liberation” tour
As this tour was so popular when I ran it in September, I had 26 guests join me, I have decided to run this tour one more time for 2026. Reviews of this tour are at the bottom of this post.We will …
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Nick Le Huray @nickleh.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
If you want to find out more about my book “Tides of Defiance” which reveals the stories of those that made escape attempts from the Channel Islands take a look at this link. Also details of how to obtain the book. nicklehuray.com/book/
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My first book “Tides of Defiance” was published in May 2026. The book tells the story of those that attempted to escape from the German Occupied Channel Islands. If you want to find out…
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Nick Le Huray @nickleh.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
Which gives me an idea for another book…. adds to list… 🤦‍♂️
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Nick Le Huray @nickleh.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
Trawling through the 1,000s of photos I took on a visit to the archives last year I found reference to events, that I had never heard of, during the German Occupation of the Channel Islands. I need to do some more digging to ensure it checks out and isn’t just a product of the scuttlebutt.
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Nick Le Huray @nickleh.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Foggy Friday! Almost the weekend!
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Nick Le Huray @nickleh.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
If you want to learn more about my book, “Tides of Defiance” which deals with escapes from the Channel Islands, check out this interview. Also details of how to get a copy. nicklehuray.com/book/
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Book
My first book “Tides of Defiance” was published in May 2026. The book tells the story of those that attempted to escape from the German Occupied Channel Islands. If you want to find out…
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Nick Le Huray @nickleh.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
A Busy Few Weeks! Here is an update on what I have been doing. Subscribe for free on the website for regular updates including forthcoming tours. nicklehuray.com/2026/09/22/a...
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A Busy Few Weeks!
I haven’t updated the blog for a few weeks so what have I been up to? Bespoke Private Tour It started with welcoming my guests for a private bespoke tour of Guernsey & Sark focusing on th…
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Nick Le Huray @nickleh.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
Busy old day, Gym, haircut, posted out some books, acquired some more occupation items, walk in town scoping out a new tour, purchased new shoes, built my Tripadvisor page, wrote part of a forthcoming talk, worked on website, laminated some photos! Sit down then get ready to go out for dinner!
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Nick Le Huray @nickleh.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
Still a couple of places left for tomorrow nicklehuray.com/2026/09/06/a...
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Autumn Walking Festival – Join my walking tour
Join me on 20 September 2026 for my walking tour around St Peter Port. This tour is similar to one that I have previously led but with some new stops along the way. We will take a gentle stroll thr…
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Nick Le Huray @nickleh.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
This is filling up fast, still a few places left, if you fancy a stroll around St Peter Port on Sunday book your space. nicklehuray.com/2026/09/06/a...
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Autumn Walking Festival – Join my walking tour
Join me on 20 September 2026 for my walking tour around St Peter Port. This tour is similar to one that I have previously led but with some new stops along the way. We will take a gentle stroll thr…
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Nick Le Huray @nickleh.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
#Chog Looking for something to do on Sunday 20th September? Why not join me on my walking tour and find out about St Peter Port during the German occupation. Details in the link including how to book. nicklehuray.com/2026/09/06/a...
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Autumn Walking Festival – Join my walking tour
Join me on 20 September 2026 for my walking tour around St Peter Port. This tour is similar to one that I have previously led but with some new stops along the way. We will take a gentle stroll thr…
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Nick Le Huray @nickleh.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Thanks James. My book is available from Amazon , @barnthorn.bsky.social or direct from me.
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Nick Le Huray @nickleh.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
Autumn Walking Festival - Join my walking tour on Sunday 20th September. Take a stroll through St Peter Port and learn about occupation life and some of the people and places. Details on the link. nicklehuray.com/2026/09/06/a...
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Autumn Walking Festival – Join my walking tour
Join me on 20 September 2026 for my walking tour around St Peter Port. This tour is similar to one that I have previously led but with some new stops along the way. We will take a gentle stroll thr…
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Nick Le Huray @nickleh.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
Lovely weather for a walk this morning. Perfect for joining Chris on his walking tour. I had a sneak preview on Thursday and can recommend. Details on link. www.visitguernsey.com/experiences/...
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War Walks: The First Liberation Day 1945 NEW | Visit Guernsey
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Nick Le Huray @nickleh.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Had a splendid day with my tour guests today, despite the weather. Tomorrow we are doing Commando raids in two islands, finishing up with the air display. So many great questions and conversations. A pleasure to be showing them our history.
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JMcN @jmcn.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
Absolutely no need to apologise. I could see from your SM that you were busy. As I wrote elsewhere I am just glad that another pod I enjoy had not gone dark permanently.
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Nick Le Huray @nickleh.bsky.social · 06/09/2026
Walking tour 20 September. Click the link for details of how to book. nicklehuray.com/2026/09/06/a...
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Autumn Walking Festival – Join my walking tour
Join me on 20 September 2026 for my walking tour around St Peter Port. This tour is similar to one that I have previously led but with some new stops along the way. We will take a gentle stroll thr…
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Nick Le Huray @nickleh.bsky.social · 06/09/2026
I will be on the radio just after 11 this morning. Click the link for how to listen. nicklehuray.com/2026/09/05/i...
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I will be on BBC Guernsey & BBC Jersey talking about Rousse Loophole Tower.
Loophole Tower at Rousse. The loophole tower at Rousse has been reopened following its closure during Covid. You can catch me talking about the tower, and loophole towers in general, with Jim Delbr…
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Nick Le Huray @nickleh.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
Last day to subscribe to free updates on my website and be in with a chance of winning a copy of my book. nicklehuray.com/2026/08/16/s...
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Subscribe to my website for a chance to win a signed copy of my book.
Would you like to win a signed copy of my book ‘Tides of Defiance’? As I have launched the new website I thought I would have a competition to kick things off. Simply share a link to this post on y…
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Nick Le Huray @nickleh.bsky.social · 30/08/2026
We are recording the second part of our August 1944 episodes this morning for Islands At War. One of the things we will be talking about is this.
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Nick Le Huray @nickleh.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
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The man who posted himself to Alderney to escape the German Occupation!
Delighted that Guernsey post have issued stamps dealing with two Guernsey Gentlemen that posted themselves between Channel Islands. News story is here. I dealt with one of these stories in my book …
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Nick Le Huray @nickleh.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
Just two days to go, sign up for free updates from my website and be in with a chance of winning a signed copy. nicklehuray.com/2026/08/16/s...
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Subscribe to my website for a chance to win a signed copy of my book.
Would you like to win a signed copy of my book ‘Tides of Defiance’? As I have launched the new website I thought I would have a competition to kick things off. Simply share a link to this post on y…
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Nick Le Huray @nickleh.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
Lovely day for a tour. Town walk 10:30 from Visitor Information Centre, Market Square. History and a stroll around St Peter Port.
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Nick Le Huray @nickleh.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Subscribe to my new website for free updates on all things tour and book related and be in with a chance of winning a copy of the book. Learn all about espionage, escapes and more from the Channel Islands during the German Occupation. nicklehuray.com/2026/08/16/s...
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Subscribe to my website for a chance to win a signed copy of my book.
Would you like to win a signed copy of my book ‘Tides of Defiance’? As I have launched the new website I thought I would have a competition to kick things off. Simply share a link to this post on y…
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Nick Le Huray @nickleh.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
I am leading a town walk Friday 28th August, details below. Join me for a stroll through St Peter Port and a bit of history.
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Nick Le Huray @nickleh.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
Subscribe to my website for a chance to win a signed copy of my book. nicklehuray.com/2026/08/16/s...
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Subscribe to my website for a chance to win a signed copy of my book.
Would you like to win a signed copy of my book ‘Tides of Defiance’? As I have launched the new website I thought I would have a competition to kick things off. Simply share a link to this post on y…
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Nick Le Huray @nickleh.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
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Subscribe to my website for a chance to win a signed copy of my book.
Would you like to win a signed copy of my book ‘Tides of Defiance’? As I have launched the new website I thought I would have a competition to kick things off. Simply share a link to this post on y…
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Nick Le Huray @nickleh.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
Lovely morning out. Have a great Friday folks.
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Nick Le Huray @nickleh.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Shameless plug, subscribe for free to my new website and be in with a chance of winning a signed copy of my book. nicklehuray.com/2026/08/16/s...
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Subscribe to my website for a chance to win a signed copy of my book.
Would you like to win a signed copy of my book ‘Tides of Defiance’? As I have launched the new website I thought I would have a competition to kick things off. Simply share a link to this post on y…
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Nick Le Huray @nickleh.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
I have had a delivery of more copies of my book. If you want to find out more and where you can obtain a copy follow this link. While you are there consider subscribing for updates from my website and you could win a signed copy. nicklehuray.com/book/
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My first book “Tides of Defiance” was published in May 2026. The book tells the story of those that attempted to escape from the German Occupied Channel Islands. If you want to find out…
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Nick Le Huray @nickleh.bsky.social · 16/08/2026
I have a new website bringing together, in one place the tours, the book, talks and podcasting. Subscribe, totally free, for a chance to win a signed copy of my book. nicklehuray.com/2026/08/16/s...
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Subscribe to my website for a chance to win a signed copy of my book.
Would you like to win a signed copy of my book ‘Tides of Defiance’? As I have launched the new website I thought I would have a competition to kick things off. Simply share a link to this post on y…
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Nick Le Huray @nickleh.bsky.social · 16/08/2026
I have a new website bringing together, in one place the tours, the book, talks and podcasting. Subscribe, totally free, for a chance to win a signed copy of my book. nicklehuray.com/2026/08/16/s...
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Subscribe to my website for a chance to win a signed copy of my book.
Would you like to win a signed copy of my book ‘Tides of Defiance’? As I have launched the new website I thought I would have a competition to kick things off. Simply share a link to this post on y…
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Nick Le Huray @nickleh.bsky.social · 25/07/2026
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Nick Le Huray @nickleh.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
Sunday 26th July I will be on BBC Guernsey and BBC Jersey after the news at 11am. This month I will be talking to Jim Delbridge about the history of lighthouses in the Channel Islands. As usual I will manage to shoehorn some German Occupation related facts in amongst the other history!
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Nick Le Huray @nickleh.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
Another 5 star review for my book “Tides of Defiance”. Thanks to everyone who has provided feedback on the book. 🙏. If you want a copy it is available from Writer's Block Guernsey , Amazon or Barnthorn. Loving the feedback, and have even found a few more relatives of those that escaped!
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Nick Le Huray @nickleh.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
Bonne fête nationale à tous mes amis français! Bonne chance à l'équipe de France de football ce soir.
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Nick Le Huray @nickleh.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
I now have a small stock of books back in. If you would like a signed copy let me know.
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Nick Le Huray @nickleh.bsky.social · 05/07/2026
Busy old day! Recorded the first of two episodes of Islands At War August 1944 podcast, edited it, wrote a pitch for a history project I have been invited to be involved in, wrote an article, gym, walk, and spent a quality few hours chatting to Sally. All in all a cracking day to end the weekend.
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Nick Le Huray @nickleh.bsky.social · 05/07/2026
Another lovely review for my book “Tides of Defiance” 🙏 thank you. Available on Amazon wherever you are or from @barnthorn.bsky.social .
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Nick Le Huray @nickleh.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
86 years ago today the German forces arrived in Jersey and five long years of occupation started. Find out more on our Islands At War July 1940 episode. www.buzzsprout.com/2314718/epis...
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July 1940 - Orders, Germans buying everything in sight, Operation Anger, Ambassador and more! - Islands at War
July 1940 and the first full month of occupation of the Channel Islands by the Germans. Join Keith & Nick as they take you through a plethora of orders, the Germans buying everything in sight and ...
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Nick Le Huray @nickleh.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
Or listen to our podcast episode. www.buzzsprout.com/2314718/epis...
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June 1940 - Uncertainty, Refugees, Panic, Evacuation, Bombing Raids and Occupation! - Islands at War
In the June 1940 episode Keith and I talked about a couple of corrections and additional information from the pilot episode.   Links to books and things we talked about are here.Then we get on wi...
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Nick Le Huray @nickleh.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
86 years ago today the German Occupation of Guernsey started. I wrote about it here. island-fortress.com/2022/06/30/t...
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THE OCCUPATION STARTS – FIVE LONG YEARS UNDER THE JACKBOOT! - Island Fortress
30 June marks the anniversary of the arrival of the Germans in 1940. This followed an air raid on 28 June which you can read about on my last blog, just scroll down or click here If you want to listen...
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Nick Le Huray @nickleh.bsky.social · 27/06/2026
It’s all been rather lovely. Thanks to all involved today.
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Nick Le Huray @nickleh.bsky.social · 27/06/2026
Another email received about my book “Tides of Defiance”. This time from a reader in Canada with Guernsey connections. Available from Amazon wherever you are in the world. amzn.eu/d/0j28TEp6
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Nick Le Huray @nickleh.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
Messages like this make all the years of research and effort that went into writing “Tides of Defiance” worthwhile. I love receiving feedback on the book particularly when it involves people reading about members of their family that escaped from the Channel Islands during the German Occupation.
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Nick Le Huray @nickleh.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
Latest 5 star review is in for my book. 🙏. If you enjoyed it please leave a review. Book available from Amazon, Barnthorn or Writer’s Block.
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Nick Le Huray @nickleh.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
This evening at 19:00 BST. Do come along if you have time.
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Rob Hanna @robhanna.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
I don't know much about this topic at all. Will have to watch.
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Nick Le Huray @nickleh.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
I will be on WW2TV at 19:00 BST Tuesday 23rd June. I will be talking about escapes from the Channel Islands during the German occupation of the Channel Islands. Do join us if you can. My book “Tides of Defiance” is published by Barnthorn Publishing Limited www.youtube.com/live/5QTHEIa...
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Tides of Defiance: Channel Islanders who risked everything to escape from the German Occupation
YouTube video by WW2TV
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