- 2727.August.Sunday
1781 The Battle of Jersey and The Death of Major Peirson
The monumental events of January 1781, when a French invasion force landed in Jersey
Britain was at war with France on and off throughout the 18th century. In the 1760s, Britain and Jersey set about a campaign of privateering, or licensing pirating, which inflicted considerable damage on French trade in the English Channel. It wasn’t long before retaliation was on the cards. This display explores that time using John Singleton Copley’s painting ‘The Death of Major Peirson’ and artefacts in the Jersey Heritage Collection. The exhibition also considers the abiding influence of these historic events upon the Island’s self-image.
Diabetes Jersey North2South Walk
The Diabetes Jersey North2South Walk in Memory of Brian Le Marquand MBE is organised to support the Charity’s ongoing commitment of around £150,000 annually to support those in Jersey with Diabetes and to ensure that all persons in the Island with Diabetes receive the best possible attention.
The North2South Walk will start at the Public Car Park,La Rue des Platons, Trinity and will wind down Jersey’s countryside to finish at the Public Car Park at Longbeach Car Park in Grouville.
NOT SUITABLE FOR WHEELCHAIRS AS ROUTE PASSES THROUGH ST CATHERINE’S WOODS.
Geopark Visitor Centre - Exhibition
Visit the Aspiring Geopark Visitor Centre to discover how Jersey has been shaped by tide and time.
This FREE Visitor Centre will help you to understand and explore Jersey’s amazing places from new perspectives. So get ready to go out and about around the Island and enjoy all of the beauty and history Jersey has to offer.
Picnic in the Park
‘Picnic in the Park’ will be back this August, encouraging islanders and visitors alike, to pick up a picnic from a local hospitality provider and enjoy the warmer days and lighter nights in the Park.
The Jersey National Park has 2,145 designated hectares of land within its protected boundaries that can be appreciated and enjoyed.
Discover the natural beauty of the Jersey National Park and enjoy a taste of authentic, local produce with some al fresco, blanket-based foodie fun.
The Jersey National Park is reinventing dining – al fresco style.
Lay down your blanket, unpack your basket, and lose yourself in the magnificence of the Jersey National Park paired with a feast of authentic local produce…
The Jersey National Park is setting the stage for a dining experience like no other this summer… It’s the return of Picnic in the Park, an initiative that promises to redefine outdoor dining throughout August.
Tourists and locals are invited to embark on a gastronomical adventure. Whether reconnecting with family and friends or bonding with colleagues, there’s no better setting than the radiant outdoors.
Participants are encouraged to unleash their culinary creativity and craft their own picnic menu, sourcing Genuine Jersey ingredients, or by selecting their favourite pre-prepared picnic using one of the Picnic in the Park partners; The Atlantic Hotel & Ocean Restaurant, Flour Patisserie, The Jersey Grazing Company, Stinky Bay Brewing Co, SCOOP, Clarity AF Wines, Kismet and Love Cake.
In addition, Jersey local personalities will be sharing their favourite picnics, providing a wide range of options and additional inspiration. These individuals will offer their unique perspectives on ideal picnic locations, creative themed picnics, and valuable tips for making the most of the Jersey National Park.
Once picnickers have made their selection, the adventure truly begins… They find their perfect spot within the Jersey National Park, unfurl their blankets, and reveal their culinary treasures, all while basking in the Park’s awe-inspiring beauty.
The perfect picnic is just a click away. All the options are now available to view online, and will be available to order from Thursday 27th July.
JerseyNationalPark.com/PicnicInThePark
Portuguese Food Festival
This year’s Portuguese Food Festival, with all sorts of Portuguese cuisine and entertainment, is taking place from Thursday 24th to Monday 28th August at People’s Park.
Art at The Harbourside Exhibition
Summer Exhibition at The Harbour Gallery Jersey
See Poster for details
Wool Spinners Of Hamptonne
Watch the ladies of Hamptonne use the Jersey spindle wheel to create local textile crafts.
Every Sunday, Monday and Tuesday / 10am to 4pm
Within the atmospheric setting of Langlois House, seen as it may have appeared in 1770, the ladies of Hamptonne will demonstrate wool spinning on the Jersey spindle wheel as spin the finest quality Jersey 3-ply yarn, used in the creation of Jersey stockings.
Learn about the rise and fall of the Jersey stocking knitting industry and of its significance in the Island’s history.
If meeting the Wool Spinners is going to be the highlight of your trip to Hamptonne Country Life Museum, please call +44 (0) 1534 863 955 before you visit to check that performances are confirmed for that date.
Medieval Companie Of The Duke`s Leopards
A vivid window into Medieval life at a Medieval castle
Venture into the 14th century at Mont Orgueil Castle, with the Medieval Companie of the Duke’s Leopards. Meet ladies, servants and soldiers who will demonstrate skills including wool spinning, knitting, weaving and leather work. Enjoy the aroma of the spices and herbs used both in period cookery and medicine, or hear of bloody castle sieges, archery and sword fighting. You’ll find the Duke’s Leopards in the Lower Ward.
If meeting the Medieval Companie of the Duke’s Leopards is going to be the highlight of your trip to Mont Orgueil Castle, please call +44 (0)1534 853 292 before you visit to check that performances are confirmed for that date.
Discover St Helier - Guided Walk
Every Sunday morning one of our qualified guides will take you on a journey through the fascinating history and culture of Jersey.
With their unique insights, our guide will take you on a journey beginning at the end of the last ice-age, some 6,000 years ago when Jersey became an Island. You will learn about the people, see some of the iconic sites of St Helier and hear about the events that have helped shape Jersey’s history, making it the modern, bustling and multicultural island it is today.
Elizabeth Castle Tour
Want to find out more about the Castle’s history? Take a free tour with one of our volunteer guides
TOUR TIMES
Tours last approx. 1 hour. Our tours are free of charge (normal entry fee applies).
The meeting point for your tour is by the ticket desk
Tours are subject to change, if the tour of Elizabeth Castle is to be the highlight of your visit, please call +44 (0) 1534 634 048 to confirm the site tour is going ahead.
La Hougue Bie Tour
Want to find out more about La Hougue Bie’s history? Take a free tour with one of our volunteer guides
Tour times
Tours last approx. 1 hour. Our tours are free of charge (normal entry fee applies).
The meeting point for your tour is by the ticket desk
Tours are subject to change, if the tour of La Hougue Bie is to be the highlight of your visit, please call +44 (0) 1534 853 823 to confirm the site tour is going ahead.
Mont Orgueil Castle Tour
Want to find out more about the Castle’s history? Take a free tour with one of our volunteer guides
TOUR TIMES
Tours last approx. 1 hour. Our tours are free of charge (normal entry fee applies).
The meeting point for your tour is the ticket desk.
Tours are subject to change, if a tour is to to be the highlight of your visit to Mont Orgueil Castle please call +44 (0)1534 853 292 to confirm the site tour is going ahead.
Saturdays – please call ahead to confirm the tour start time
Hamptonne Tour
Want to find out more about Hamptonne’s history? Take a free tour with one of our volunteer guides
Tour times
Tours last approx. 1 hour. Our tours are free of charge (normal entry fee applies).
The meeting point for your tour is by the ticket desk
Tours are subject to change, if the tour of Hamptonne is to be the highlight of your visit, please call +44 (0) 1534 863 955 to confirm the site tour is going ahead.
Bossa Basseline Duo - This Weekend at St Brelade`s Bay Hotel!
Friday Dinner: 7 – 9.30 pm
Saturday Dinner: 7 – 9.30 pm
Sunday Lunch: 12.30 – 3 pmAt: The Bay Restaurant, St Brelade’s Bay Hotel
Relax, dine & enjoy the sea views to the sophisticated sound of Tenor
Saxophone & Guitar! Jersey’s talented Bossa Basseline Duo play tunes
you’ll love, from Pop to Jazz, Swing, Latin & Love-Songs!‘Your Duo’s brilliant! We love live music & what you do is really
special.’‘It’s been so lovely to hear your fantastic music – it’s been so
enjoyable – you’ve made our night!’Tel: 01534 746141 to book your table
Email: [email protected]Bossa Basseline Duo - This Weekend at St Brelade`s Bay Hotel!
Friday Dinner: 7 – 9.30 pm
Saturday Dinner: 7 – 9.30 pm
Sunday Lunch: 12.30 – 3 pmAt: The Bay Restaurant, St Brelade’s Bay Hotel
Relax, dine & enjoy the sea views to the sophisticated sound of Tenor
Saxophone & Guitar! Jersey’s talented Bossa Basseline Duo play tunes
you’ll love, from Pop to Jazz, Swing, Latin & Love-Songs!‘Your Duo’s brilliant! We love live music & what you do is really
special.’‘It’s been so lovely to hear your fantastic music – it’s been so
enjoyable – you’ve made our night!’Tel: 01534 746141 to book your table
Email: [email protected]Bunker Open Day - Batterie Moltke
CIOS BUNKER OPEN THIS WEEKEND!
BATTERIE MOLTKE – Les Landes Common St. Ouen’s
Sunday August 27th 2-5pm
***BONUS!***
Apart from the impressive number 4 complex being open, there will be a large display of deactivated light weapons and inert examples of ordinance from rockets and anti-tank rounds to mortars, mines and artillery shells as used locally as well as some visiting military vehicles which you can check out!
Originally intended as Kriegsmarine (Naval) ‘Marine Battery 1’ armed with 4 modern quick firing 15cm turreted guns which never arrived thanks to the Allied bombing raids in Europe, so the site was handed over to the Army Coastal Artillery, armed with 155mm field guns and named Batterie Moltke.The CIOS maintain and restore the vast and impressive interconnected complex of Number 4 gun which consists of a personnel shelter, 2 ammunition bunkers, the underground gun emplacement intended for the quick firing 15cm turreted gun and a ‘temporary’ emplacement mounting a 15.5cm ex-French GPF field gun recovered from the base of nearby cliffs where it was dumped by the British Army in 1946!There is also ample information on various aspects of the Occupation for the interested visitor and knowledgeable members on hand to help you with your visit. See if you can spot the hobnailed boot prints in the corridors!?Admission £5 Under 16s & CIOS members free.La Hougue Bie Tour
Want to find out more about La Hougue Bie’s history? Take a free tour with one of our volunteer guides
Tour times
Tours last approx. 1 hour. Our tours are free of charge (normal entry fee applies).
The meeting point for your tour is by the ticket desk
Tours are subject to change, if the tour of La Hougue Bie is to be the highlight of your visit, please call +44 (0) 1534 853 823 to confirm the site tour is going ahead.
Jersey Premier Brass Concert - Howard Davis Park
Jersey Premier Brass host the 3rd concert in their summer series on 27th August at 15:00“Wish Upon a Star” will be a Disney and Children’s movie spectacular.We are inviting everyone to come and listen to a fantastic afternoon of free entertainment in the glorious surroundings of Howard Davis Park.It would be even better if the audience wanted to dress up as their favourite Disney character or relevant superhero.Expect to hear selections from, Frozen, The Incredibles, 101 Dalmatians, The Lion King and many more.Free concert with retiring collection.Night at Nicks
Some days you gotta dance…how about this Sunday the 27th at The Farmers Inn, Jersey ?
We ‘ll be on from 4 til 6pm. Loosen up those chains and dance.
Sisters of Sound: Songs in the Round
Join us for an evening of amazing local talent. A classic songs in the round style showcase where female songwriters share their stories.Doors from 4.30pm for a 5pm start!Tickets for sale on Eventbrite HERECIWW Sunday Night Slam Live Wrestling
Oh you know we are back. It is the CIWW wrestling returns tour!*Zoinks*Yes. Back at the Merton Hotel, in the Star Room. We will be setting up the wrestling ring and having a right old grapple for your entertainment.You know there is a bar and you know we are going to keep the kids happy and quiet. Well, maybe not quiet. But their loudness will be joyous.A slightly earlier time now which is nice. 5.30 for the first bell.All your favourite wrestlemen and maybe some new faces! Gosh.There are going to be wrestling moves, wrestling holds, wrestling punch and even wrestling kick. Why wouldn’t you buy a ticket? Are you some kind of walloping bozo?Sorry, we haven’t written one of these for a while.Stay Focus.More information and ticket purchases on the Eventbrite page:
https://bit.ly/3Lout6t***WARNING: Serious amounts of family fun to be expected, be sure to bring plenty of ‘boos’ and ‘cheers’.ACTUAL WARNING: Don’t try this at home.All children (under 16) must be accompanied by an adult, we reserve the right of admission at all times. More info can be found on our website www.ciwwrestling.comEmma Bromley - Roberto's Jazz Bar
SUNDAY’S MUSIC LIVE at Roberto’s Bar!Fancy ending your week on a lovely note? Well, don’t think twice and treat yourselves! Come on, you deserve it. We will be enjoying the beautiful voice of Emma Bromley during the evening! Music starting from 8pm.P.S. Our Summer Menu and Sunday Lunch is just FANTASTIC! Believe it when we say, you do not want to be missing out on some of our delicious specials.View our menu and book online now https://bit.ly/2LykePH
PM or call 01534 727521. [email protected]Reservations for dining only.The Lamplighter Entertainment
Bank holiday weekend is almost hereeeee!Come and celebrate with me Rich Allo at The Lamplighter – Jersey on Sunday from 9PM.I promise to play all your favourites… provided they’re also mine… - 2828.August.Monday
The Jersey Plaquettes
Engraved stones found in Jersey are the the earliest art forms discovered in the British Isles
In 2010, 15,000 years after the first pioneer hunter-gatherers arrived in Jersey, archaeologists came to the area of Les Varines to the south-east of the Island, where stone artefacts had been discovered after the fields were ploughed. Excavations took place over the next eight years. They revealed hearths, paving stones of a camp and thousands of flint tools left behind by the hunters. Ten fragile fragments of engraved stone were also discovered, each marked with abstract designs. This display tells the story of the pioneer people, and investigates the meaning of these mysterious stones, which have been described as the earliest art forms to have yet been discovered in the British Isles.
Searching for Jersey’s Celts
The world’s largest Celtic hoard was discovered in Jersey, this exhibition explores why people might have buried it there.
In 2012 the world’s largest Celtic hoard was discovered buried in a field in Jersey. This exhibition explores what might have led people to bury a hoard of 70,000 coins and jewellery in Jersey, 2000 years ago and looks closely at some of the items found within the hoard.
Explore the time when Roman armies marched through Europe, 2000 years ago, they left behind them a trail of death and destruction which almost wiped out the culture and civilization of the Celtic people who lived there. Using scientific and archaeological research we can learn more about the people that buried the hoard, about their lives and customs. Ground-breaking research can tell us more about the moment and the place the hoard was buried. It might even challenge some long-held ideas about why hoards were buried.
Portuguese Food Festival
This year’s Portuguese Food Festival, with all sorts of Portuguese cuisine and entertainment, is taking place from Thursday 24th to Monday 28th August at People’s Park.
Picnic in the Park
‘Picnic in the Park’ will be back this August, encouraging islanders and visitors alike, to pick up a picnic from a local hospitality provider and enjoy the warmer days and lighter nights in the Park.
The Jersey National Park has 2,145 designated hectares of land within its protected boundaries that can be appreciated and enjoyed.
Discover the natural beauty of the Jersey National Park and enjoy a taste of authentic, local produce with some al fresco, blanket-based foodie fun.
The Jersey National Park is reinventing dining – al fresco style.
Lay down your blanket, unpack your basket, and lose yourself in the magnificence of the Jersey National Park paired with a feast of authentic local produce…
The Jersey National Park is setting the stage for a dining experience like no other this summer… It’s the return of Picnic in the Park, an initiative that promises to redefine outdoor dining throughout August.
Tourists and locals are invited to embark on a gastronomical adventure. Whether reconnecting with family and friends or bonding with colleagues, there’s no better setting than the radiant outdoors.
Participants are encouraged to unleash their culinary creativity and craft their own picnic menu, sourcing Genuine Jersey ingredients, or by selecting their favourite pre-prepared picnic using one of the Picnic in the Park partners; The Atlantic Hotel & Ocean Restaurant, Flour Patisserie, The Jersey Grazing Company, Stinky Bay Brewing Co, SCOOP, Clarity AF Wines, Kismet and Love Cake.
In addition, Jersey local personalities will be sharing their favourite picnics, providing a wide range of options and additional inspiration. These individuals will offer their unique perspectives on ideal picnic locations, creative themed picnics, and valuable tips for making the most of the Jersey National Park.
Once picnickers have made their selection, the adventure truly begins… They find their perfect spot within the Jersey National Park, unfurl their blankets, and reveal their culinary treasures, all while basking in the Park’s awe-inspiring beauty.
The perfect picnic is just a click away. All the options are now available to view online, and will be available to order from Thursday 27th July.
JerseyNationalPark.com/PicnicInThePark
Art at The Harbourside Exhibition
Summer Exhibition at The Harbour Gallery Jersey
See Poster for details
Trade Roots
We examine the evidence of the Island’s involvement in the transatlantic slave trade, including Jersey’s Lieutenant-Governor Sir George Carteret who was a founder member of the Royal Africa Company that traded in ivory, gold and enslaved people in the 17th century; Captain François Messervy of Jersey who was killed in 1722 during an uprising on board his slave ship off the coast of Africa; and Jersey trader Josué Mauger who in 1752 advertised enslaved people for sale in Nova Scotia, Canada, where his business was based.
This exhibition takes place in the Victorian House at Jersey Museum, with its impressive mahogany staircase, because new research has shown that the house was built partly on the profits of the transatlantic slave trade. ‘Trade Roots’ explores Jersey’s historic links to slavery, from Islanders who owned mahogany plantations overseas and traded in slave-produced goods, to those who campaigned for the abolition of slavery.
Thought-provoking, and at times challenging, this exhibition exposes some uncomfortable new stories from Jersey’s past and examines the legacy and impact of transatlantic slavery on the Island’s community today.
Wool Spinners Of Hamptonne
Watch the ladies of Hamptonne use the Jersey spindle wheel to create local textile crafts.
Every Sunday, Monday and Tuesday / 10am to 4pm
Within the atmospheric setting of Langlois House, seen as it may have appeared in 1770, the ladies of Hamptonne will demonstrate wool spinning on the Jersey spindle wheel as spin the finest quality Jersey 3-ply yarn, used in the creation of Jersey stockings.
Learn about the rise and fall of the Jersey stocking knitting industry and of its significance in the Island’s history.
If meeting the Wool Spinners is going to be the highlight of your trip to Hamptonne Country Life Museum, please call +44 (0) 1534 863 955 before you visit to check that performances are confirmed for that date.
King Charles II
Meet the ‘Merry Monarch’ for a tour of his Castle and he’ll tell you some fascinating stories of his time in Jersey
Monday and Thursday / 10am to 4pm
It is September 1649, amidst the tumultuous events of the English Civil War, having been exiled from his ‘dear England’, King Charles II, and his younger brother, The Duke of York, have sought refuge in Jersey. Meet the ‘Merry Monarch’ at George III Gate and he’ll take you on a tour of his Castle and he’ll tell you some fascinating stories of his time in Jersey.
If meeting King Charles II is going to be the highlight of your trip to Elizabeth Castle, please call +44 (0) 1534 634048 before you visit to check that performances are confirmed for that date.
Samares Manor Country Fair!
A fun day for the whole family!Bank Holiday Monday, 28th August 10am – 5pm.Join us for a fun packed day at our Country Fair on the August bank holiday Monday! With lots of local stalls, live entertainment and performances, traditional harvest practices, food and drink vendors, children’s entertainment plus our environment zone. A great family day out with something for everyone!Admission free for members and Children up to 12 years
Non members: Adult £9.75, Senior £8.75, Student (13-18 years) £5.50Bus route 1A from Liberation Station, St Helier.Samares Manor, St Clement, JE2 6QW
T: +44 (0) 1534 870551Rockpool Ramble
Car Park below Faulkner`s FisheriesJoin our Education Officer for a guided walk to the low-water mark and an exploration of the creatures and their habitats.Families are invited to join our Education Officer for a guided walk to the low-water mark and an exploration of the creatures and their habitats. See what you can find….
All equipment will be provided, advice on clothing and info on meeting point will be sent prior to event start, please ensure that children are accompanied by an adult. Suitable for children aged 5-11 years, not suitable for younger children due to uneven terrain.
Booking essential
Free for Members; please note that tickets are only required for children (accompanying adults go free).
To support our conservation work, and take part in many exciting events such as this, please consider becoming a member. Family memberships are available from only £45 a year.
Elizabeth Castle Tour
Want to find out more about the Castle’s history? Take a free tour with one of our volunteer guides
TOUR TIMES
Tours last approx. 1 hour. Our tours are free of charge (normal entry fee applies).
The meeting point for your tour is by the ticket desk
Tours are subject to change, if the tour of Elizabeth Castle is to be the highlight of your visit, please call +44 (0) 1534 634 048 to confirm the site tour is going ahead.
La Hougue Bie Tour
Want to find out more about La Hougue Bie’s history? Take a free tour with one of our volunteer guides
Tour times
Tours last approx. 1 hour. Our tours are free of charge (normal entry fee applies).
The meeting point for your tour is by the ticket desk
Tours are subject to change, if the tour of La Hougue Bie is to be the highlight of your visit, please call +44 (0) 1534 853 823 to confirm the site tour is going ahead.
Mont Orgueil Castle Tour
Want to find out more about the Castle’s history? Take a free tour with one of our volunteer guides
TOUR TIMES
Tours last approx. 1 hour. Our tours are free of charge (normal entry fee applies).
The meeting point for your tour is the ticket desk.
Tours are subject to change, if a tour is to to be the highlight of your visit to Mont Orgueil Castle please call +44 (0)1534 853 292 to confirm the site tour is going ahead.
Saturdays – please call ahead to confirm the tour start time
Hamptonne Tour
Want to find out more about Hamptonne’s history? Take a free tour with one of our volunteer guides
Tour times
Tours last approx. 1 hour. Our tours are free of charge (normal entry fee applies).
The meeting point for your tour is by the ticket desk
Tours are subject to change, if the tour of Hamptonne is to be the highlight of your visit, please call +44 (0) 1534 863 955 to confirm the site tour is going ahead.
Castle Gunner
Stand to attention for the Midday Parade and prepare yourself for the resounding bang of the signal gun.
The Master Gunner will ensure that your backs are straight, your chins are high, and bellies are tucked-in as you stand to attention for the Midday Parade on the expanse of the Castle’s Parade Ground. Delight in the storytelling of the Gunner, who will enlighten you into the tales and mysteries of bygone times at the Castle, from the reign of Queen Elizabeth I to the Battle of Jersey in 1781. Then finally prepare yourself for the resounding bang of the signal gun and flintlock musket.
If the Castle Gunner is going to be the highlight of your trip to Elizabeth Castle, please call +44 (0) 1534 634048 before you visit to check that performances are confirmed for that date.
- March / 12pm to 3pm Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday / Saturday from 12pm to 4pm
- April / week days 12pm to 3pm / Saturday and Sunday 12pm to 4pm
- May / week days 12pm to 3pm / Saturday and Sunday 12pm to 4pm
- June / week days 12pm to 3pm / Saturday and Sunday 12pm to 4pm
- July / week days 12pm to 3pm / Saturday and Sunday 12pm to 4pm
- August / week days 12pm to 3pm / Saturday and Sunday 12pm to 4pm
- September / week days 12pm to 3pm / Saturday and Sunday 12pm to 4pm
- October / 12pm to 3pm Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday / Saturday from 12pm to 4pm
The Clarendon (Champions Day)
The Clarendon, the feature race of the day and the final leg of the Championship trio. Our final meeting of the year and a farewell to summer.
Who will be crowned Champion horse, Champion owner, Champion trainer and Champion Jockey?
First race at 2.00pm. The final leg of the Triple Crown with The Clarendon Handicap.
This is a popular and busy meeting, book early to avoid disappointment. Email [email protected] for any information you need.
We look forward to seeing you there
RAFA Concert by La Ronde Band
Our next event during Wings Week is on Wednesday, 13th September in Howard Davis Park. Once again La Ronde Concert Band will put on a performance starting at 7pm. Entrance is FREE with a retiring collection for the RAF Association.
- 2929.August.Tuesday
Picnic in the Park
‘Picnic in the Park’ will be back this August, encouraging islanders and visitors alike, to pick up a picnic from a local hospitality provider and enjoy the warmer days and lighter nights in the Park.
The Jersey National Park has 2,145 designated hectares of land within its protected boundaries that can be appreciated and enjoyed.
Discover the natural beauty of the Jersey National Park and enjoy a taste of authentic, local produce with some al fresco, blanket-based foodie fun.
The Jersey National Park is reinventing dining – al fresco style.
Lay down your blanket, unpack your basket, and lose yourself in the magnificence of the Jersey National Park paired with a feast of authentic local produce…
The Jersey National Park is setting the stage for a dining experience like no other this summer… It’s the return of Picnic in the Park, an initiative that promises to redefine outdoor dining throughout August.
Tourists and locals are invited to embark on a gastronomical adventure. Whether reconnecting with family and friends or bonding with colleagues, there’s no better setting than the radiant outdoors.
Participants are encouraged to unleash their culinary creativity and craft their own picnic menu, sourcing Genuine Jersey ingredients, or by selecting their favourite pre-prepared picnic using one of the Picnic in the Park partners; The Atlantic Hotel & Ocean Restaurant, Flour Patisserie, The Jersey Grazing Company, Stinky Bay Brewing Co, SCOOP, Clarity AF Wines, Kismet and Love Cake.
In addition, Jersey local personalities will be sharing their favourite picnics, providing a wide range of options and additional inspiration. These individuals will offer their unique perspectives on ideal picnic locations, creative themed picnics, and valuable tips for making the most of the Jersey National Park.
Once picnickers have made their selection, the adventure truly begins… They find their perfect spot within the Jersey National Park, unfurl their blankets, and reveal their culinary treasures, all while basking in the Park’s awe-inspiring beauty.
The perfect picnic is just a click away. All the options are now available to view online, and will be available to order from Thursday 27th July.
JerseyNationalPark.com/PicnicInThePark
Bouan Appetit!
We are what we eat! An exhibition celebrating Jersey’s rich heritage of farming, fishing and food
Our Island identity is shaped by the landscape, our south-facing côtils, the sea that surrounds us. From our iconic Jersey Royal potatoes to our world-famous Jersey cows to our stunning shellfish, Jersey is celebrated for its food.
Step back in time to find an Island covered in apple orchards when cider was our major export, explore the future of farming in an Island with a growing population, and discover some of our local specialities like the famous ‘merveille’ or Jersey wonder.
Our new exhibition will give you plenty of food for thought!
Bouan Appetit!
We are what we eat! An exhibition celebrating Jersey’s rich heritage of farming, fishing and food
Our Island identity is shaped by the landscape, our south-facing côtils, the sea that surrounds us. From our iconic Jersey Royal potatoes to our world-famous Jersey cows to our stunning shellfish, Jersey is celebrated for its food.
Step back in time to find an Island covered in apple orchards when cider was our major export, explore the future of farming in an Island with a growing population, and discover some of our local specialities like the famous ‘merveille’ or Jersey wonder.
Our new exhibition will give you plenty of food for thought!
Children’s Arts and Crafts Parties
Choose from a range of themes.
Ages 6+ Party Bags included
Lots of fun in our new premises at:
19 The Quay, Commercial
Buildings, St Helier
Information and bookings:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 07797 736034
Art at The Harbourside Exhibition
Summer Exhibition at The Harbour Gallery Jersey
See Poster for details
Kelly Eastwood Workshops – July/August
Art Mashup
Tuesday 29th August:
This is a really fun, immersive session, with an array of art and crafting to choose from – children are really at the helm of their creative journey for this one and can explore the products on offer.
Perhaps they might want to explore the junk modeling table….make a *foam clay creature….create a botanical garden jar……..or immerse themselves in the painting table…..or do everything!!!!.
What’s more is there are prizes to be won during the session and fun competitions!
10am – 12pm Ages 8+ (£30 – Snack included)
Longhouse Tour and Fire Lighting
This 20-metre long replica Longhouse was built over two years by volunteers, with oversight from Ancient Technology expert Luke Winter. Since it was officially opened in 2019, volunteers have performed day-to-day maintenance tasks using authentic techniques and tools, and act as guides, demonstrators and interpreters to explain the project to visitors. They are also continually researching, experimenting and training to acquire more Stone Age skills to share, including basket-making and flintknapping.
Every Tuesday, a member of the volunteer team lights a fire in the Longhouse using authentic techniques. This adds warmth to the building but also stops any insect infestation in the traditional straw roof. During your visit, the volunteer will also talk about the traditional methods used and the lessons learned during the build.
If speaking to a Longhouse volunteer is going to be the highlight of your trip to La Hougue Bie, please call +44 (0) 1534 853 823 before you visit to check they are confirmed for that date.
Wool Spinners Of Hamptonne
Watch the ladies of Hamptonne use the Jersey spindle wheel to create local textile crafts.
Every Sunday, Monday and Tuesday / 10am to 4pm
Within the atmospheric setting of Langlois House, seen as it may have appeared in 1770, the ladies of Hamptonne will demonstrate wool spinning on the Jersey spindle wheel as spin the finest quality Jersey 3-ply yarn, used in the creation of Jersey stockings.
Learn about the rise and fall of the Jersey stocking knitting industry and of its significance in the Island’s history.
If meeting the Wool Spinners is going to be the highlight of your trip to Hamptonne Country Life Museum, please call +44 (0) 1534 863 955 before you visit to check that performances are confirmed for that date.
Bouonnefemme
Meet Rose Le Brun, the Bouonnefemme at Hamptonne, who will let you in on local secrets and village gossip!
Every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday / 10am to 4pm
Meet Rose Le Brun, the Bouonnefemme at Hamptonne, who will let you in on local secrets and village gossip. Rose’s predecessor, Old Maud, had been at Hamptonne for years, but she travelled to St Aubin to see family and never returned. Perhaps the plague got her – they had a lot of it down there.
Rose was born in the parish of St Lawrence in 1606 and lived in the Vingtaine du Coin Motier, where Hamptonne House stands, all her life. She serves as housekeeper for Jurat Laurens Hamptonne, who himself witnessed Rose lugging a large poutchie of apples up the hill, and thought her constitution would be fitting to take charge of his household.
If meeting the Bouonnefemme is going to be the highlight of your trip to Hamptonne Country Life Museum, please call +44 (0) 1534 863 955 before you visit to check that performances are confirmed for that date.
Elizabeth Castle Tour
Want to find out more about the Castle’s history? Take a free tour with one of our volunteer guides
TOUR TIMES
Tours last approx. 1 hour. Our tours are free of charge (normal entry fee applies).
The meeting point for your tour is by the ticket desk
Tours are subject to change, if the tour of Elizabeth Castle is to be the highlight of your visit, please call +44 (0) 1534 634 048 to confirm the site tour is going ahead.
Rockpool Ramble
La Rocque HarbourJoin our Education Officer for a guided walk to the low-water mark and an exploration of the creatures and their habitats.Families are invited to join our Education Officer for a guided walk to the low-water mark and an exploration of the creatures and their habitats. See what you can find….
All equipment will be provided, advice on clothing and info on meeting point will be sent prior to event start, please ensure that children are accompanied by an adult. Suitable for children aged 5-11 years, not suitable for younger children due to uneven terrain.
Booking essential
Free for Members; please note that tickets are only required for children (accompanying adults go free).
To support our conservation work, and take part in many exciting events such as this, please consider becoming a member. Family memberships are available from only £45 a year.
La Hougue Bie Tour
Want to find out more about La Hougue Bie’s history? Take a free tour with one of our volunteer guides
Tour times
Tours last approx. 1 hour. Our tours are free of charge (normal entry fee applies).
The meeting point for your tour is by the ticket desk
Tours are subject to change, if the tour of La Hougue Bie is to be the highlight of your visit, please call +44 (0) 1534 853 823 to confirm the site tour is going ahead.
Mont Orgueil Castle Tour
Want to find out more about the Castle’s history? Take a free tour with one of our volunteer guides
TOUR TIMES
Tours last approx. 1 hour. Our tours are free of charge (normal entry fee applies).
The meeting point for your tour is the ticket desk.
Tours are subject to change, if a tour is to to be the highlight of your visit to Mont Orgueil Castle please call +44 (0)1534 853 292 to confirm the site tour is going ahead.
Saturdays – please call ahead to confirm the tour start time
Hamptonne Tour
Want to find out more about Hamptonne’s history? Take a free tour with one of our volunteer guides
Tour times
Tours last approx. 1 hour. Our tours are free of charge (normal entry fee applies).
The meeting point for your tour is by the ticket desk
Tours are subject to change, if the tour of Hamptonne is to be the highlight of your visit, please call +44 (0) 1534 863 955 to confirm the site tour is going ahead.
Elizabeth Castle Tour
Want to find out more about the Castle’s history? Take a free tour with one of our volunteer guides
TOUR TIMES
Tours last approx. 1 hour. Our tours are free of charge (normal entry fee applies).
The meeting point for your tour is by the ticket desk
Tours are subject to change, if the tour of Elizabeth Castle is to be the highlight of your visit, please call +44 (0) 1534 634 048 to confirm the site tour is going ahead.
- 3030.August.Wednesday
Geopark Visitor Centre - Exhibition
Visit the Aspiring Geopark Visitor Centre to discover how Jersey has been shaped by tide and time.
This FREE Visitor Centre will help you to understand and explore Jersey’s amazing places from new perspectives. So get ready to go out and about around the Island and enjoy all of the beauty and history Jersey has to offer.
Picnic in the Park
‘Picnic in the Park’ will be back this August, encouraging islanders and visitors alike, to pick up a picnic from a local hospitality provider and enjoy the warmer days and lighter nights in the Park.
The Jersey National Park has 2,145 designated hectares of land within its protected boundaries that can be appreciated and enjoyed.
Discover the natural beauty of the Jersey National Park and enjoy a taste of authentic, local produce with some al fresco, blanket-based foodie fun.
The Jersey National Park is reinventing dining – al fresco style.
Lay down your blanket, unpack your basket, and lose yourself in the magnificence of the Jersey National Park paired with a feast of authentic local produce…
The Jersey National Park is setting the stage for a dining experience like no other this summer… It’s the return of Picnic in the Park, an initiative that promises to redefine outdoor dining throughout August.
Tourists and locals are invited to embark on a gastronomical adventure. Whether reconnecting with family and friends or bonding with colleagues, there’s no better setting than the radiant outdoors.
Participants are encouraged to unleash their culinary creativity and craft their own picnic menu, sourcing Genuine Jersey ingredients, or by selecting their favourite pre-prepared picnic using one of the Picnic in the Park partners; The Atlantic Hotel & Ocean Restaurant, Flour Patisserie, The Jersey Grazing Company, Stinky Bay Brewing Co, SCOOP, Clarity AF Wines, Kismet and Love Cake.
In addition, Jersey local personalities will be sharing their favourite picnics, providing a wide range of options and additional inspiration. These individuals will offer their unique perspectives on ideal picnic locations, creative themed picnics, and valuable tips for making the most of the Jersey National Park.
Once picnickers have made their selection, the adventure truly begins… They find their perfect spot within the Jersey National Park, unfurl their blankets, and reveal their culinary treasures, all while basking in the Park’s awe-inspiring beauty.
The perfect picnic is just a click away. All the options are now available to view online, and will be available to order from Thursday 27th July.
JerseyNationalPark.com/PicnicInThePark
1781 The Battle of Jersey and The Death of Major Peirson
The monumental events of January 1781, when a French invasion force landed in Jersey
Britain was at war with France on and off throughout the 18th century. In the 1760s, Britain and Jersey set about a campaign of privateering, or licensing pirating, which inflicted considerable damage on French trade in the English Channel. It wasn’t long before retaliation was on the cards. This display explores that time using John Singleton Copley’s painting ‘The Death of Major Peirson’ and artefacts in the Jersey Heritage Collection. The exhibition also considers the abiding influence of these historic events upon the Island’s self-image.
Art at The Harbourside Exhibition
Summer Exhibition at The Harbour Gallery Jersey
See Poster for details
Waste-Free-Wednesday – “Happy HousePlants”
Children are invited to come along to the White House (Le Don Hilton) to create beautiful houseplant ornaments.This workshop is the chance for families to up-cycle their old tin cans, glass jars or containers into beautiful houseplant ornaments.
Equipment and decorative materials will be provided, however we do encourage you to bring your own household “rubbish” for up-cycling. Be sure to save an old (clean!) tin or jar or any container for this, your new plant friends will be provided!
Children to be accompanied by an adult (adults go free)
Suitable for ages 5 years and up.
Free for National Trust for Jersey members. Please note that tickets are only required for children. Booking essential
To join the Trust please click here, your suppo
Bouonnefemme
Meet Rose Le Brun, the Bouonnefemme at Hamptonne, who will let you in on local secrets and village gossip!
Every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday / 10am to 4pm
Meet Rose Le Brun, the Bouonnefemme at Hamptonne, who will let you in on local secrets and village gossip. Rose’s predecessor, Old Maud, had been at Hamptonne for years, but she travelled to St Aubin to see family and never returned. Perhaps the plague got her – they had a lot of it down there.
Rose was born in the parish of St Lawrence in 1606 and lived in the Vingtaine du Coin Motier, where Hamptonne House stands, all her life. She serves as housekeeper for Jurat Laurens Hamptonne, who himself witnessed Rose lugging a large poutchie of apples up the hill, and thought her constitution would be fitting to take charge of his household.
If meeting the Bouonnefemme is going to be the highlight of your trip to Hamptonne Country Life Museum, please call +44 (0) 1534 863 955 before you visit to check that performances are confirmed for that date.
Storyteller
Meet our Castle storyteller who can answer all your Jersey questions.
Wednesday / 10.30am to 12.30pm
Our storyteller Roger is described by TripAdvisor as a living, breathing, walking encyclopaedia of knowledge. You can ask him almost anything about the Castle and he will give you all the answers in his own humorous style.
If meeting the Storyteller is going to be the highlight of your trip to Mont Orgueil Castle, please call +44 (0)1534 853 292 before you visit to check that performances are confirmed for that date.
Mont Orgueil Castle Tour
Want to find out more about the Castle’s history? Take a free tour with one of our volunteer guides
TOUR TIMES
Tours last approx. 1 hour. Our tours are free of charge (normal entry fee applies).
The meeting point for your tour is the ticket desk.
Tours are subject to change, if a tour is to to be the highlight of your visit to Mont Orgueil Castle please call +44 (0)1534 853 292 to confirm the site tour is going ahead.
Saturdays – please call ahead to confirm the tour start time
La Hougue Bie Tour
Want to find out more about La Hougue Bie’s history? Take a free tour with one of our volunteer guides
Tour times
Tours last approx. 1 hour. Our tours are free of charge (normal entry fee applies).
The meeting point for your tour is by the ticket desk
Tours are subject to change, if the tour of La Hougue Bie is to be the highlight of your visit, please call +44 (0) 1534 853 823 to confirm the site tour is going ahead.
Hamptonne Tour
Want to find out more about Hamptonne’s history? Take a free tour with one of our volunteer guides
Tour times
Tours last approx. 1 hour. Our tours are free of charge (normal entry fee applies).
The meeting point for your tour is by the ticket desk
Tours are subject to change, if the tour of Hamptonne is to be the highlight of your visit, please call +44 (0) 1534 863 955 to confirm the site tour is going ahead.
Elizabeth Castle Tour
Want to find out more about the Castle’s history? Take a free tour with one of our volunteer guides
TOUR TIMES
Tours last approx. 1 hour. Our tours are free of charge (normal entry fee applies).
The meeting point for your tour is by the ticket desk
Tours are subject to change, if the tour of Elizabeth Castle is to be the highlight of your visit, please call +44 (0) 1534 634 048 to confirm the site tour is going ahead.
Super Moon at Dusk
Join Stephen Le Quesne on a wonderful evening stroll to Mont Grantez to view the Super Moon.We will meet at the Frances Le Sueur Centre and walk up to Mont Grantez where, if we are lucky, we may see an owl or two and/or bats flying in the darkness as well as the ‘Super Moon’. A super moon is a full moon or a new moon that nearly coincides with perigee—the closest that the Moon comes to the Earth in its elliptic orbit—resulting in a slightly larger-than-usual apparent size of the Moon as viewed from Earth. Please Bring torches and binoculars if you have them.
Time: 8.00pm
Meeting Point: Frances Le Sueur Centre Duration of walk approx. 1.5 – 2 hours
Bus Route: 22
Guide: Stephen Le Quesne
Sorry but no dogs.
- 3131.August.Thursday
Children’s Arts and Crafts Parties
Choose from a range of themes.
Ages 6+ Party Bags included
Lots of fun in our new premises at:
19 The Quay, Commercial
Buildings, St Helier
Information and bookings:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 07797 736034
Picnic in the Park
‘Picnic in the Park’ will be back this August, encouraging islanders and visitors alike, to pick up a picnic from a local hospitality provider and enjoy the warmer days and lighter nights in the Park.
The Jersey National Park has 2,145 designated hectares of land within its protected boundaries that can be appreciated and enjoyed.
Discover the natural beauty of the Jersey National Park and enjoy a taste of authentic, local produce with some al fresco, blanket-based foodie fun.
The Jersey National Park is reinventing dining – al fresco style.
Lay down your blanket, unpack your basket, and lose yourself in the magnificence of the Jersey National Park paired with a feast of authentic local produce…
The Jersey National Park is setting the stage for a dining experience like no other this summer… It’s the return of Picnic in the Park, an initiative that promises to redefine outdoor dining throughout August.
Tourists and locals are invited to embark on a gastronomical adventure. Whether reconnecting with family and friends or bonding with colleagues, there’s no better setting than the radiant outdoors.
Participants are encouraged to unleash their culinary creativity and craft their own picnic menu, sourcing Genuine Jersey ingredients, or by selecting their favourite pre-prepared picnic using one of the Picnic in the Park partners; The Atlantic Hotel & Ocean Restaurant, Flour Patisserie, The Jersey Grazing Company, Stinky Bay Brewing Co, SCOOP, Clarity AF Wines, Kismet and Love Cake.
In addition, Jersey local personalities will be sharing their favourite picnics, providing a wide range of options and additional inspiration. These individuals will offer their unique perspectives on ideal picnic locations, creative themed picnics, and valuable tips for making the most of the Jersey National Park.
Once picnickers have made their selection, the adventure truly begins… They find their perfect spot within the Jersey National Park, unfurl their blankets, and reveal their culinary treasures, all while basking in the Park’s awe-inspiring beauty.
The perfect picnic is just a click away. All the options are now available to view online, and will be available to order from Thursday 27th July.
JerseyNationalPark.com/PicnicInThePark
Searching for Jersey’s Celts
The world’s largest Celtic hoard was discovered in Jersey, this exhibition explores why people might have buried it there.
In 2012 the world’s largest Celtic hoard was discovered buried in a field in Jersey. This exhibition explores what might have led people to bury a hoard of 70,000 coins and jewellery in Jersey, 2000 years ago and looks closely at some of the items found within the hoard.
Explore the time when Roman armies marched through Europe, 2000 years ago, they left behind them a trail of death and destruction which almost wiped out the culture and civilization of the Celtic people who lived there. Using scientific and archaeological research we can learn more about the people that buried the hoard, about their lives and customs. Ground-breaking research can tell us more about the moment and the place the hoard was buried. It might even challenge some long-held ideas about why hoards were buried.
The Jersey Plaquettes
Engraved stones found in Jersey are the the earliest art forms discovered in the British Isles
In 2010, 15,000 years after the first pioneer hunter-gatherers arrived in Jersey, archaeologists came to the area of Les Varines to the south-east of the Island, where stone artefacts had been discovered after the fields were ploughed. Excavations took place over the next eight years. They revealed hearths, paving stones of a camp and thousands of flint tools left behind by the hunters. Ten fragile fragments of engraved stone were also discovered, each marked with abstract designs. This display tells the story of the pioneer people, and investigates the meaning of these mysterious stones, which have been described as the earliest art forms to have yet been discovered in the British Isles.
Art at The Harbourside Exhibition
Summer Exhibition at The Harbour Gallery Jersey
See Poster for details
Makers Marketplace
The Market will offer a selection of locally made products including art, ceramics, textiles, cakes, jewellery etc. Held weekly, each Thursday from 11 May throughout the summer.We will be situated in the Wesleyan Hall which is behind the St Aubin Methodist Church along the Harbourfront.King Charles II
Meet the ‘Merry Monarch’ for a tour of his Castle and he’ll tell you some fascinating stories of his time in Jersey
Monday and Thursday / 10am to 4pm
It is September 1649, amidst the tumultuous events of the English Civil War, having been exiled from his ‘dear England’, King Charles II, and his younger brother, The Duke of York, have sought refuge in Jersey. Meet the ‘Merry Monarch’ at George III Gate and he’ll take you on a tour of his Castle and he’ll tell you some fascinating stories of his time in Jersey.
If meeting King Charles II is going to be the highlight of your trip to Elizabeth Castle, please call +44 (0) 1534 634048 before you visit to check that performances are confirmed for that date.
Bouonnefemme
Meet Rose Le Brun, the Bouonnefemme at Hamptonne, who will let you in on local secrets and village gossip!
Every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday / 10am to 4pm
Meet Rose Le Brun, the Bouonnefemme at Hamptonne, who will let you in on local secrets and village gossip. Rose’s predecessor, Old Maud, had been at Hamptonne for years, but she travelled to St Aubin to see family and never returned. Perhaps the plague got her – they had a lot of it down there.
Rose was born in the parish of St Lawrence in 1606 and lived in the Vingtaine du Coin Motier, where Hamptonne House stands, all her life. She serves as housekeeper for Jurat Laurens Hamptonne, who himself witnessed Rose lugging a large poutchie of apples up the hill, and thought her constitution would be fitting to take charge of his household.
If meeting the Bouonnefemme is going to be the highlight of your trip to Hamptonne Country Life Museum, please call +44 (0) 1534 863 955 before you visit to check that performances are confirmed for that date.
Trade Roots
We examine the evidence of the Island’s involvement in the transatlantic slave trade, including Jersey’s Lieutenant-Governor Sir George Carteret who was a founder member of the Royal Africa Company that traded in ivory, gold and enslaved people in the 17th century; Captain François Messervy of Jersey who was killed in 1722 during an uprising on board his slave ship off the coast of Africa; and Jersey trader Josué Mauger who in 1752 advertised enslaved people for sale in Nova Scotia, Canada, where his business was based.
This exhibition takes place in the Victorian House at Jersey Museum, with its impressive mahogany staircase, because new research has shown that the house was built partly on the profits of the transatlantic slave trade. ‘Trade Roots’ explores Jersey’s historic links to slavery, from Islanders who owned mahogany plantations overseas and traded in slave-produced goods, to those who campaigned for the abolition of slavery.
Thought-provoking, and at times challenging, this exhibition exposes some uncomfortable new stories from Jersey’s past and examines the legacy and impact of transatlantic slavery on the Island’s community today.
A Town Tour - Discover Six Jersey Heroes
On this gentle meander from St Helier Town Hall in York Street, we stroll through our charming town of St Helier, where contemporary architecture sits comfortably, and unobtrusively alongside Georgian, Regency and Victorian, and we meet six Jersey heroes.
Firstly, we meet the heroes of the occupation, whose stories are told in moving quotes in the paving stones of York Street.
The second, a young Victorian Lawyer, Statesman and hero of the people. A brilliant advocate, but remembered more as one of the greatest of all Constables of St Helier.
The third, an 11th Century poet, author to Kings and the source of two of the greatest and longest poems in history,
The fourth, the Historian of Jersey, a Rector, Statesman, Island benefactor, and the founder of our very first Library.
The fifth Hero of the 20th Century, the man who guided the Island through the trials of the German Occupation during World War II, and proved a constant thorn in the side of the Head of the Occupying forces;
And finally, we learn of a beautiful and feisty socialite, actress, and author. A women feted on two continents, loved by both a King and a Prince, but who died alone, with only her housekeeper by her side.
Uncover the stories of the sensational six – walk in their footsteps, and admire the world in which they lived, still visible in the hustle and bustle of modern-day St Helier.
Booking Essential
Walk commences at St Helier Town Hall, York Street
To book contact Kary at + 44 (0) 7797 741176 or contact the St Helier Town Hall directly
or email kary at [email protected]
La Hougue Bie Tour
Want to find out more about La Hougue Bie’s history? Take a free tour with one of our volunteer guides
Tour times
Tours last approx. 1 hour. Our tours are free of charge (normal entry fee applies).
The meeting point for your tour is by the ticket desk
Tours are subject to change, if the tour of La Hougue Bie is to be the highlight of your visit, please call +44 (0) 1534 853 823 to confirm the site tour is going ahead.
Mont Orgueil Castle Tour
Want to find out more about the Castle’s history? Take a free tour with one of our volunteer guides
TOUR TIMES
Tours last approx. 1 hour. Our tours are free of charge (normal entry fee applies).
The meeting point for your tour is the ticket desk.
Tours are subject to change, if a tour is to to be the highlight of your visit to Mont Orgueil Castle please call +44 (0)1534 853 292 to confirm the site tour is going ahead.
Saturdays – please call ahead to confirm the tour start time
Hamptonne Tour
Want to find out more about Hamptonne’s history? Take a free tour with one of our volunteer guides
Tour times
Tours last approx. 1 hour. Our tours are free of charge (normal entry fee applies).
The meeting point for your tour is by the ticket desk
Tours are subject to change, if the tour of Hamptonne is to be the highlight of your visit, please call +44 (0) 1534 863 955 to confirm the site tour is going ahead.
Castle Gunner
Stand to attention for the Midday Parade and prepare yourself for the resounding bang of the signal gun.
The Master Gunner will ensure that your backs are straight, your chins are high, and bellies are tucked-in as you stand to attention for the Midday Parade on the expanse of the Castle’s Parade Ground. Delight in the storytelling of the Gunner, who will enlighten you into the tales and mysteries of bygone times at the Castle, from the reign of Queen Elizabeth I to the Battle of Jersey in 1781. Then finally prepare yourself for the resounding bang of the signal gun and flintlock musket.
If the Castle Gunner is going to be the highlight of your trip to Elizabeth Castle, please call +44 (0) 1534 634048 before you visit to check that performances are confirmed for that date.
- March / 12pm to 3pm Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday / Saturday from 12pm to 4pm
- April / week days 12pm to 3pm / Saturday and Sunday 12pm to 4pm
- May / week days 12pm to 3pm / Saturday and Sunday 12pm to 4pm
- June / week days 12pm to 3pm / Saturday and Sunday 12pm to 4pm
- July / week days 12pm to 3pm / Saturday and Sunday 12pm to 4pm
- August / week days 12pm to 3pm / Saturday and Sunday 12pm to 4pm
- September / week days 12pm to 3pm / Saturday and Sunday 12pm to 4pm
- October / 12pm to 3pm Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday / Saturday from 12pm to 4pm
Rockpool Ramble
La Rocque HarbourJoin our Education Officer for a guided walk to the low-water mark and an exploration of the creatures and their habitats.Families are invited to join our Education Officer for a guided walk to the low-water mark and an exploration of the creatures and their habitats. See what you can find….
All equipment will be provided, advice on clothing and info on meeting point will be sent prior to event start, please ensure that children are accompanied by an adult. Suitable for children aged 5-11 years, not suitable for younger children due to uneven terrain.
Booking essential
Free for Members; please note that tickets are only required for children (accompanying adults go free).
To support our conservation work, and take part in many exciting events such as this, please consider becoming a member. Family memberships are available from only £45 a year.
- 0101.September.Friday
Bouan Appetit!
We are what we eat! An exhibition celebrating Jersey’s rich heritage of farming, fishing and food
Our Island identity is shaped by the landscape, our south-facing côtils, the sea that surrounds us. From our iconic Jersey Royal potatoes to our world-famous Jersey cows to our stunning shellfish, Jersey is celebrated for its food.
Step back in time to find an Island covered in apple orchards when cider was our major export, explore the future of farming in an Island with a growing population, and discover some of our local specialities like the famous ‘merveille’ or Jersey wonder.
Our new exhibition will give you plenty of food for thought!
Bouan Appetit!
We are what we eat! An exhibition celebrating Jersey’s rich heritage of farming, fishing and food
Our Island identity is shaped by the landscape, our south-facing côtils, the sea that surrounds us. From our iconic Jersey Royal potatoes to our world-famous Jersey cows to our stunning shellfish, Jersey is celebrated for its food.
Step back in time to find an Island covered in apple orchards when cider was our major export, explore the future of farming in an Island with a growing population, and discover some of our local specialities like the famous ‘merveille’ or Jersey wonder.
Our new exhibition will give you plenty of food for thought!
Art at The Harbourside Exhibition
Summer Exhibition at The Harbour Gallery Jersey
See Poster for details
Bonnet and Quilt Maker
Meet Astra who’ll show you how to create local textile crafts
Set against the backdrop of the late 19th century farm worker’s cottage, meet Astra, who will introduce the Jersey bonnet, its history and show you how it is constructed. Astra will also talk on various aspects of patchwork and quilting.
If meeting the Bonnet Maker is going to be the highlight of your trip to Hamptonne Country Life Museum, please call +44 (0) 1534 863 955 before you visit to check that performances are confirmed for that date.
Elizabeth Castle Tour
Want to find out more about the Castle’s history? Take a free tour with one of our volunteer guides
TOUR TIMES
Tours last approx. 1 hour. Our tours are free of charge (normal entry fee applies).
The meeting point for your tour is by the ticket desk
Tours are subject to change, if the tour of Elizabeth Castle is to be the highlight of your visit, please call +44 (0) 1534 634 048 to confirm the site tour is going ahead.
Elizabeth Castle Tour
Want to find out more about the Castle’s history? Take a free tour with one of our volunteer guides
TOUR TIMES
Tours last approx. 1 hour. Our tours are free of charge (normal entry fee applies).
The meeting point for your tour is by the ticket desk
Tours are subject to change, if the tour of Elizabeth Castle is to be the highlight of your visit, please call +44 (0) 1534 634 048 to confirm the site tour is going ahead.
La Hougue Bie Tour
Want to find out more about La Hougue Bie’s history? Take a free tour with one of our volunteer guides
Tour times
Tours last approx. 1 hour. Our tours are free of charge (normal entry fee applies).
The meeting point for your tour is by the ticket desk
Tours are subject to change, if the tour of La Hougue Bie is to be the highlight of your visit, please call +44 (0) 1534 853 823 to confirm the site tour is going ahead.
Mont Orgueil Castle Tour
Want to find out more about the Castle’s history? Take a free tour with one of our volunteer guides
TOUR TIMES
Tours last approx. 1 hour. Our tours are free of charge (normal entry fee applies).
The meeting point for your tour is the ticket desk.
Tours are subject to change, if a tour is to to be the highlight of your visit to Mont Orgueil Castle please call +44 (0)1534 853 292 to confirm the site tour is going ahead.
Saturdays – please call ahead to confirm the tour start time
Hamptonne Tour
Want to find out more about Hamptonne’s history? Take a free tour with one of our volunteer guides
Tour times
Tours last approx. 1 hour. Our tours are free of charge (normal entry fee applies).
The meeting point for your tour is by the ticket desk
Tours are subject to change, if the tour of Hamptonne is to be the highlight of your visit, please call +44 (0) 1534 863 955 to confirm the site tour is going ahead.
Elizabeth Castle Tour
Want to find out more about the Castle’s history? Take a free tour with one of our volunteer guides
TOUR TIMES
Tours last approx. 1 hour. Our tours are free of charge (normal entry fee applies).
The meeting point for your tour is by the ticket desk
Tours are subject to change, if the tour of Elizabeth Castle is to be the highlight of your visit, please call +44 (0) 1534 634 048 to confirm the site tour is going ahead.
Band Farewell Show - The Getaway & Jared Crespel
Come join me and the guys to celebrate the end of an era at the @bluenotejsy THIS FRIDAY!! We’ll be putting on a BIG farewell blowout which will be OUR LAST show playing as a three.Feels mental it’s coming to an end after playing together the last 4 years! Far from the end of music from me, and it’ll be new beginnings for Joe and Jordan I’m sure! Come join for the big send off!! It’s gonna be beautiful£5 ENRTY ON THE DOOR
DOORS 7:30PMJARED CRESPEL 8PMTHE GETAWAY 9PMME AND THE BOYS 10PMBrian White / Tim Horsfall Jazz Quintet - Friday Night Jazz!
The Savoy Jersey, Roberto Jazz Bar
8.00 – 10.30
The Quintet comprises of the leading credible jazz musicians in Jersey and has become the cornerstone of Jazz in Jersey. The Band is in its 14 year of residency at the Savoy.
Performing a selection of Blue Note Record favourites by the greatest Jazz musicians and composers, including Duke Pearson, Miles Davis, Herbie Hancock, Hank Mobley, Lee Morgan, Stanley Turrentine, and Freddie Hubbard.
Piano – Tim Horsfall
String Bass – Adam Marshall
Drums – Chris SparkesTenor Saxophone – Dave Andre
Trumpet – Brian WhiteFree entry but don’t forget to make a reservation to avoid missing out on this unique experience, as space is limited.
01534 727521
Kitty O'Shea`s Entertainment
Live Music01/09 – Seamus Gallagher02/08 – DJ Soulman who plays Motown & Soul musicMarina Metro Entertainment
We will be kicking off the new month of live music with BACKBEAT on Friday 1st September!!CALL 724519 to book your table for DINNER – great food served from 6pm – last orders 9pm. - 0202.September.Saturday
1781 The Battle of Jersey and The Death of Major Peirson
The monumental events of January 1781, when a French invasion force landed in Jersey
Britain was at war with France on and off throughout the 18th century. In the 1760s, Britain and Jersey set about a campaign of privateering, or licensing pirating, which inflicted considerable damage on French trade in the English Channel. It wasn’t long before retaliation was on the cards. This display explores that time using John Singleton Copley’s painting ‘The Death of Major Peirson’ and artefacts in the Jersey Heritage Collection. The exhibition also considers the abiding influence of these historic events upon the Island’s self-image.
Geopark Visitor Centre - Exhibition
Visit the Aspiring Geopark Visitor Centre to discover how Jersey has been shaped by tide and time.
This FREE Visitor Centre will help you to understand and explore Jersey’s amazing places from new perspectives. So get ready to go out and about around the Island and enjoy all of the beauty and history Jersey has to offer.
Islands 'Genuine Jersey' Market in St Aubin's
This regular artisans’ market takes place in the pretty harbour village of St. Aubin in front of the parish hall.
There will be local wares on display, including goods from producers and craft workers.
All goods sold by Genuine Jersey Members will have been crafted, brewed, baked or processed by the stall holder, so come along and soak up the atmosphere while celebrating Jersey’s finest.
Art at The Harbourside Exhibition
Summer Exhibition at The Harbour Gallery Jersey
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Elizabeth Castle Tour
Want to find out more about the Castle’s history? Take a free tour with one of our volunteer guides
TOUR TIMES
Tours last approx. 1 hour. Our tours are free of charge (normal entry fee applies).
The meeting point for your tour is by the ticket desk
Tours are subject to change, if the tour of Elizabeth Castle is to be the highlight of your visit, please call +44 (0) 1534 634 048 to confirm the site tour is going ahead.
Elizabeth Castle Tour
Want to find out more about the Castle’s history? Take a free tour with one of our volunteer guides
TOUR TIMES
Tours last approx. 1 hour. Our tours are free of charge (normal entry fee applies).
The meeting point for your tour is by the ticket desk
Tours are subject to change, if the tour of Elizabeth Castle is to be the highlight of your visit, please call +44 (0) 1534 634 048 to confirm the site tour is going ahead.
Grouville Church Country Fayre
The Grouville community will be coming together to put on a fantastic day out for all the family.
Entertainment throughout the day, with free entry.
A great variety of food, including Jersey wonders, BBQ, scallops and our infamous tea tent!
The Stumble Inn will be open selling local Jersey cider. From fire eating, to bumpy tractor rides, there’s something for everyone!
La Hougue Bie Tour
Want to find out more about La Hougue Bie’s history? Take a free tour with one of our volunteer guides
Tour times
Tours last approx. 1 hour. Our tours are free of charge (normal entry fee applies).
The meeting point for your tour is by the ticket desk
Tours are subject to change, if the tour of La Hougue Bie is to be the highlight of your visit, please call +44 (0) 1534 853 823 to confirm the site tour is going ahead.
Discovery Days
Come to a Discovery Day and explore the Island’s history in our series of creative family fun events
Discover the Island’s best stories with some creative family fun our Discovery Day events bring the best of storytelling, arts and crafts, trails and dressing up. Discovery days are perfect fun for families with children under 10 years old.
All children under 6 go free and all children must be accompanied by an adult.
Normal entry fee applies. Free for Jersey Heritage Members.Come to Le Hocq for our first Discovery Day in partnership with Aspiring Jersey Island Geopark! Find out how Jersey’s landscape changes with the ebb and flow of the tide. Join in with a community beach clean, create sand art and discover the fascinating history of Jersey’s geology through pebble activities led by our Geopark Guide. A treasure trove of sea creatures can be found under the seaweed and in the rock pools at low tide. Join in with a rock pool ramble and learn how to identify sea life, then follow the discovery trail at La Hocq Tower to find out more about this historic land mark. Bring a sunhat, sun lotion and plenty of water! Picnics welcome, but please no BBQ’s.
Elizabeth Castle Tour
Want to find out more about the Castle’s history? Take a free tour with one of our volunteer guides
TOUR TIMES
Tours last approx. 1 hour. Our tours are free of charge (normal entry fee applies).
The meeting point for your tour is by the ticket desk
Tours are subject to change, if the tour of Elizabeth Castle is to be the highlight of your visit, please call +44 (0) 1534 634 048 to confirm the site tour is going ahead.
Weekender Jersey
THE CHANNEL ISLANDS GREAT SUMMER FESTIVAL RETURNSToday we’re delighted to announce the first wave of incredible acts confirmed to perform at the Royal Jersey Showground this September at WEEKENDER 2023Join us in welcoming two-time Brit Award winner BECKY HILL, Manchester legends JAMES, and our favourite Australian, the one and only HOT DUB TIME MACHINE to our Weekender lineup!2023 is set to be the biggest Weekender yet with many more artists across all stages set to be announced soonSign up for priority tickets now via www.weekender.je
Priority Access tickets released 10am Fri 31st MarchMerton Aquadome Fun Family Fundraiser for Jersey Cancer Relief
Merton Aquadome Family Fun Evening in aid of Jersey Cancer Relief with swimming, BBQ, DJ entertainment, characters and hula hooping!
Jersey Cancer Relief Family Fun Swimming evening from 6.30pm on Saturday 2nd September with character mascots making an appearance between 6.30-7pm, lucky dip for the children, BBQ buffet (with vegan/vege options) available 7.30pm – 9.30pm. There will be a DJ for music, games and hula hooping.
Tickets are £22 for Adults (over 16s) and Children are £12 (age 3 to 16 years)
Under 3s are free.
The Cascade Bar and Garden Bar will be available but not included in the ticket price.
Thanks to the Seymour Group’s wonderful sponsorship we have exclusive use of the Merton Aquadome for the evening.
Entry is by ticket only.
Regarding parking, please note that it operates on a first-come, first-served basis. We have recently implemented a new barrier system. Upon arrival at the parking area, please take a ticket and keep it safe. When leaving the Aquadome, kindly have the ticket validated at the Aquadome reception.
Apologies, we cannot do rfunds on tickets.
Click HERE for tickets
Hypnotist Andrew Newton
Andrew Newton returns following a sold-out show at Jersey Arts Centre in June!
“The old hypno-tricks are gone, replaced by new, more inventive and intelligent material. Andrew Newton’s talent lies in his ability to magic up the absurdly funny from the minds of ordinary people and his professionalism and experience shine through. The audience laughs hysterically while he tiptoes along a very narrow line…the sketch where volunteers shared their experiences of being kidnapped by aliens had us all laughing hysterically…there was more…much more…and last nights’ audience rewarded him with non-stop laughter from beginning to end. “
Sydney Morning Herald
Suitable for 14 years +
Under 18s will not be selected for hypnosis.
Marina Metro Entertainment
Come and enjoy a night of DISCO MUSIC with MOTOWN this Saturday 2nd September at the Dockyard Restaurant at Marina Metro.Live Music at the Horse & Hound
LIVE MUSICSAT 2ND SEPTEMBERTHE PIONEERS are back and taking the main stage at the Horse and Hound this weekend. Its been to long since we’ve had them out west, come and reignite the love for one of our favourites! 8:30 – 10:30…The Pirates @ The Blue Note
Alright ya scallywags! Our dental problems are no more so you can finally satiate those Piratey cravings.Doors at 8pm, 4 English pounds, cash or card on the door.See yas there!Kitty O'Shea`s Entertainment
Live Music01/09 – Seamus Gallagher02/08 – DJ Soulman who plays Motown & Soul music