Helen Say. Yoga Mistress

As a result of other (worldly) commitments in India, Arianna Palin is no longer able to attend the Ultimate Yoga break at Stocks Hotel. We are delighted to announce however that at Arianna’s request and recommendation we are very fortunate to now have Helen Francoise Say leading the course. Helen has been practicing yoga for 12 years and has studied with many different teachers & styles, (Hatha, Ashtanga, Iyenger, Anusara). Having trained in alignment-based Hatha Yoga at TriYoga in London she has gone onto complete further teacher trainings in the uplifting, flowing style of Anusara Yoga. As an Anusara Inspired teacher she is passionate about sharing yoga with everybody, yoga to benefit all using the Anusara Universal Principles of Alignment & incorporating Shiva/Shakti Tantric philosophy into the classes.

This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone wanting to combine the relaxation of Yoga, Stocks and Sark, and ensure they are ready to get the most out of Spring 2012.

Sark Folk festival map

The eight acts confirmed so far include the very popular Kathryn Robert and Sean Lakeman, Spiral Earth’s Best Live Act 2011 - 3 Daft Monkeys, six-woman folk and bluegrass group The Shee and from Western Australia, BAFTA-winning singer-songwriter, Emily Barker.

The full list of acts confirmed so far for the festival are:

- Emily Portman
- Lucy Ward
- Emily Barker
- James Findlay Trio
- 3 Daft Monkeys
- Ewan McLennan
- Sean Lakeman
- Kathryn Roberts
- The Shee

Weekend tickets for the Sark Folk Festival, which is in its third year, sold out before any acts had been announced.

The Festival takes place from 29th June to 1st July, 2012.

Sark diary 2012

We are delighted to provide the ultimate diary for events happening in Sark and at Stocks throughout the year. The details are updated weekly so you will never miss a date or an event in Sark.

We are happy to add the details of any community, club or fund raising event. Please contact us with any details in order that we can add it instantly to the definitive Sark and Stocks diary.

Why not book mark the diary as a favourite page so you can always check out what’s happening on the island.

Love is in the air as Valentine’s day approaches. Can you think of a more romantic way than treating your loved one to a short break in Sark complete with Oysters, Champagne, Chocolates and Red Roses.  We can provide all the ingredients for a truly memorable day… and night!

Call Kathleen today on +44 (0) 1481 832001 and make your reservation whilst we have availability for an occasion not to be forgotten.

We send our sincere thanks to Mr & Mrs Atherton who found this lovely old sketch map of Sark which they offered to the hotel after researching Sark on Google and finding Stocks.

It is now hanging in pride of place in reception. We love to have items in the hotel with a history or story attached and this complements our collection beautifully.

Thanks once again and if you can come and visit us we would love to meet you!

However if you are keen to experience the real thing visit Sark – the world’s first dark sky island – on Saturday17th March.  Public Astronomer, Dr Marek Kukula, is visiting Sark to give a talk and answer questions. His main interest is in distant galaxies and the supermassive black holes within them, and his role as Public Astronomer is to enlighten, educate and make astronomy.

Sark after dark is a magical experience.

Stars of BBC stargazing live

Father & daughter enjoying Sark sunset

The annual Sark Folk Festival has become immensely popular and Stocks Hotel has been fully booked for months.

However the good news is that we do have accommodation available for most other dates throughout the summer.

Why not visit the magical island of Sark and simply chill out with a few close friends and family at a quieter time of year and enjoy the real Sark – far from the maddening crowds. You know you’ll always find a positive vibe and a warm welcome here on Sark… the island of dark skies and a million stars.

Remember, 2012 promises to be a summer of love.

• Overnight accommodation with breakfast & special Valentine’s dinner including a bottle of Champagne – from £175.00 per room
• Valentine’s dinner for non-residents, £39.95 per person including a glass of Champagne
• See our special Valentine’s menu
• Please telephone Kathleen on +44 (0) 1481 832001 to make a reservation
• Full pre-payment is required at the time of booking

Happy New Year

We would like to say thank-you all the revellers who welcomed in the New Year – 2012 - at Stocks in Sark last night. Everyone enjoyed a great party; starting with a 7-course banquet menu followed by canapes, Champagne at midnight and yet another buffet at 1pm. Some people got to bed just before the crack of dawn.

Better book now for the same time, same place, next year. The tickets will be selling like hot mince pies with Sark brandy butter.

We are thrilled to have received another wonderful thank-you letter;

Thank you

 “Following my recent stay I just wanted to drop you a quick line to say thank you very much for making it such an enjoyable one!

 Everything about your hotel is just perfect and I can’t wait to come back!  The staff are all so friendly and attentive, without being intrusive; the food both at breakfast and dinner was just outstanding and the room I had was very relaxing and comfortable – the idea of leaving some Christmas cake in the room was particularly good!

 It was my first time to Sark and most definitely will not be the last! I am hoping to bring my wife over in February and so will definitely be back in touch to book something up with you.

 Thank you once again for a wonderful stay and Best Wishes for 2012″

 We look forwards to welcoming this gentleman back to Stocks and Sark, possibly for Valentines Day?