Our first Charity & Community Fayre helping to support over 20 local Charities and 35 local small businesses. With live local music all day including a set by The Band of the island of Jersey it promises to be a real community focused event.
Saturday 10th October
Piers Secunda’s exhibition, ‘Alderney: The Holocaust on British Soil’, sheds light on the experiences of Holocaust victims in Alderney
For the past 4 years, Piers Secunda has been researching the British Channel Island of Alderney – the location of the only German Concentration camps on British soil. The Island was occupied by Germany July 1940 – May 1945. Thousands of slave labourers were brought to the Island under the Nazi regime, to build concrete fortifications.
Secunda has found historically important, previously unknown sites which act as a window through time, shining a light on the experiences of Holocaust victims whose suffering on Alderney have left behind dramatic markers, which will add to our understanding of the Holocaust on British soil.
The exhibition includes groups of gunpowder prints (example here), created with burned German cordite, from ammunition abandoned by the Germans on Alderney after the war. Each image is printed over brightly coloured extreme close ups of the wildflowers, blue sea and plants on Alderney. Each work contains a QR code which links to a recording of Piers’ voice, telling the story of the work. The QR codes are within the works of art, printed with the gunpowder ink.
The Link Gallery is a small gallery at Jersey Museum where every month a local artist displays their work. Each month the exhibition changes, creating a year of local artwork covering a wide-range of topics, medias and artistic styles. We also invite local artistic groups, schools or arts organisations to use the Link Gallery.
The Link Gallery is on the ground floor of Jersey Museum and is free to access.
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.
Join Jersey War Tours and visit WW2 bunkers, which are not usually open to the public. JWT will show you how Jersey was made into an impregnable fortress and help you appreciate what the Third Reich was able to create with slave labour.
The tour is also a perfect complement to understanding the history of the D-Day invasion, which took place less than 30 miles away.
Picnic in the Park takes place during the month of August. You can organise your own picnic, either self-created or bought in from local hospitality suppliers.
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 Pleasure of Long Sunny Days…
Get hands-on with your picnic by visiting one of the Island’s local farmers markets or stalls and create your own picnic from scratch, using the best Genuine Jersey produce Jersey has to offer.
Or alternatively choose from one of wonderful Picnic in the Park partners who have created some delicious picnic menus showcasing the best of their cuisine and the local produce available in Jersey.
The pleasure of long sunny days, with lots of opportunity to get together with friends and family, and to enjoy delicious food in the stunning locations across the Park – what’s not to love?
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.
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.
Meet the Bouonnefemme at Hamptonne from Tuesday to Friday from 10am to 4pm (except first Friday of the month when the performance will be on a Saturday)
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.
his 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.
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.
Meet the Master Gunner or Cadet Gunner at Elizabeth Castle on the following days:
Tuesday to Saturday from 10am to 4pm with some performances on Monday and Sunday.
If the Master 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.
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.
Every Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday / 10am to 4pm
Discover how Jean cares for and trains his birds of prey, and watch him perform the fascinating skills of falconry, which were important in Tudor life. Learn what a ‘hoodwinked’ or ‘haggard’ bird is, and who is a ‘cadger’ or a ‘boozer’. You’ll find Jean and Sovereign awaiting your presence in the Middle Ward.
If meeting the Castle Falconer 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.
Explore the sights, smells and sounds of the Georgian House this summer with our new Glorious Georgian Trail – and free craft activities.
Explore the sights, smells and sounds of 16 New Street with our new Glorious Georgian trail. New for summer 2024, pick up a free Georgian Passport on arrival with twelve hands-on activities to enjoy as you explore the house . Free craft activities in the Club Room every morning .
Aimed at 5-9 year olds, but great fun for all the family.
Spend quality time with the youngsters in your life and get creative with Jersey Heritage over the summer holidays. Join us at our castles and museums for a fun and engaging programme of artist and expert-led activities throughout the summer holidays.
These are drop in activities with no booking required, all ages and creative abilities welcome. Children must be accompanied by a helpful adult.
Monday to Friday, 29 July to 2 August / 11am to 3pm / Mont Orgueil Castle
Monday to Friday, 5 to 9 August /11am to 3pm / Hamptonne
Monday to Friday, 12 to 16 August / 11am to 3pm / Hamptonne
Monday to Friday, 19 to 23 August / 11am to 3pm / Elizabeth Castle
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.
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.
Every Thursday in the Castaways Lounge Bar on the 1st Floor at the Marina Metro Hotel, starting 25th July 2024 If you’ve got the 50 up, come and have a good old knees up
Music from Resident DJ, Big Bad John
4pm – 8pm with Finger Food at 6pm
All included in Ticket price of £20 per person
Tickets limited to 50 so pre-booking recommended – Call 724519
Bring the family together for movie night for free at Howard Davis Park! We are screening the animated feature The Big Knights on Thursday at 4pm.
From the award-winning animators behind Peppa Pig, The Big Knights brings the charming tale of Sir Boris and Sir Morris to life. Join us in the far-off land of Borovia for an evening of heroic adventures, fierce dragons, and wicked witches.
Pack a picnic, bring a blanket and enjoy dinner in the sun with friends and family.
The programme for the evening:
The Big Knights: Follow the exploits of Sir Boris, Sir Morris, and their noble pets as they right wrongs and rescue princesses in this delightful animated feature.
Stay tuned to our social pages for more screening updates.
St Catherine’s Bunker is a remarkable World War Two German fortification and tunnel complex that stands as a testament to the German forces’ hold on the British Channel Islands during the Second World War. Strategically positioned, it formed a crucial part of the German northeastern defences, especially after the Allied invasion of France. This tour provides a guided walk around the Bunker and Tunnels the German forces built during the Second World War.
This tour allows hands-on interaction with numerous World War Two artefacts, weapons, and equipment, a truly unique experience. Our tour perfectly complements understanding the history of the D-Day invasion and the battle of Normandy, which unfolded less than 15 miles away.
The meeting point is outside the bunker at St. Catherine’s Breakwater. Drive past the Breakwater Cafe, and we are on the right-hand side. Please arrive at least 5 minutes before your tour.
Our address is St Catherine’s Bunker, La Route De St. Catherine, St Catherine’s, JE3 6DD, Jersey
See Jersey’s military heritage in a new light and help support a non-profit organisation! Evening tours of bunkers offer an unforgettable atmosphere when exploring. We will visit sites not open to the public and places not visited by commercial tours. Become a temporary team member and see how Jersey became an impregnable fortress!
Thursday 1 August 7pm: BSL Interpreted performance with Andrew Higgins
Rome 44BC. Egotistical Emperor Julius Caesar is sweating…and it’s not just the heatwave!
His liberal Senators are a stabbing pain the backside. They’ve had enough! Rome is in chaos, trust in the government is weak and the Emperor’s fate is written in the stars (or the ‘entrails of a goat’).
The peasants are revolting as the most famous political coup in history is given the Oddsocks treatment. Expect the tearing of togas, the swishing of Roman swords, some preposterous puppetry and the biggest battle scene five actors have ever created.
On your marcus…
Getus setus…
Let the games begin!
Suitable for 7 years +
Please dress suitably as performances will go ahead whatever the weather. Refunds will only be offered if a performance is cancelled.
Please arrive by bike, on foot, by public transport (Bus 12A or 15) or park your car with plenty of time to spare as Milbrook playing field is no longer available!
Piers Secunda’s exhibition, ‘Alderney: The Holocaust on British Soil’, sheds light on the experiences of Holocaust victims in Alderney
For the past 4 years, Piers Secunda has been researching the British Channel Island of Alderney – the location of the only German Concentration camps on British soil. The Island was occupied by Germany July 1940 – May 1945. Thousands of slave labourers were brought to the Island under the Nazi regime, to build concrete fortifications.
Secunda has found historically important, previously unknown sites which act as a window through time, shining a light on the experiences of Holocaust victims whose suffering on Alderney have left behind dramatic markers, which will add to our understanding of the Holocaust on British soil.
The exhibition includes groups of gunpowder prints (example here), created with burned German cordite, from ammunition abandoned by the Germans on Alderney after the war. Each image is printed over brightly coloured extreme close ups of the wildflowers, blue sea and plants on Alderney. Each work contains a QR code which links to a recording of Piers’ voice, telling the story of the work. The QR codes are within the works of art, printed with the gunpowder ink.
The Link Gallery is a small gallery at Jersey Museum where every month a local artist displays their work. Each month the exhibition changes, creating a year of local artwork covering a wide-range of topics, medias and artistic styles. We also invite local artistic groups, schools or arts organisations to use the Link Gallery.
The Link Gallery is on the ground floor of Jersey Museum and is free to access.
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.
Join Jersey War Tours and visit WW2 bunkers, which are not usually open to the public. JWT will show you how Jersey was made into an impregnable fortress and help you appreciate what the Third Reich was able to create with slave labour.
The tour is also a perfect complement to understanding the history of the D-Day invasion, which took place less than 30 miles away.
Picnic in the Park takes place during the month of August. You can organise your own picnic, either self-created or bought in from local hospitality suppliers.
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 Pleasure of Long Sunny Days…
Get hands-on with your picnic by visiting one of the Island’s local farmers markets or stalls and create your own picnic from scratch, using the best Genuine Jersey produce Jersey has to offer.
Or alternatively choose from one of wonderful Picnic in the Park partners who have created some delicious picnic menus showcasing the best of their cuisine and the local produce available in Jersey.
The pleasure of long sunny days, with lots of opportunity to get together with friends and family, and to enjoy delicious food in the stunning locations across the Park – what’s not to love?
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.
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.
Meet the Bouonnefemme at Hamptonne from Tuesday to Friday from 10am to 4pm (except first Friday of the month when the performance will be on a Saturday)
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.
his 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.
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.
Meet the Master Gunner or Cadet Gunner at Elizabeth Castle on the following days:
Tuesday to Saturday from 10am to 4pm with some performances on Monday and Sunday.
If the Master 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.
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.
Every Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday / 10am to 4pm
Discover how Jean cares for and trains his birds of prey, and watch him perform the fascinating skills of falconry, which were important in Tudor life. Learn what a ‘hoodwinked’ or ‘haggard’ bird is, and who is a ‘cadger’ or a ‘boozer’. You’ll find Jean and Sovereign awaiting your presence in the Middle Ward.
If meeting the Castle Falconer 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.
Explore the sights, smells and sounds of the Georgian House this summer with our new Glorious Georgian Trail – and free craft activities.
Explore the sights, smells and sounds of 16 New Street with our new Glorious Georgian trail. New for summer 2024, pick up a free Georgian Passport on arrival with twelve hands-on activities to enjoy as you explore the house . Free craft activities in the Club Room every morning .
Aimed at 5-9 year olds, but great fun for all the family.
Spend quality time with the youngsters in your life and get creative with Jersey Heritage over the summer holidays. Join us at our castles and museums for a fun and engaging programme of artist and expert-led activities throughout the summer holidays.
These are drop in activities with no booking required, all ages and creative abilities welcome. Children must be accompanied by a helpful adult.
Monday to Friday, 29 July to 2 August / 11am to 3pm / Mont Orgueil Castle
Monday to Friday, 5 to 9 August /11am to 3pm / Hamptonne
Monday to Friday, 12 to 16 August / 11am to 3pm / Hamptonne
Monday to Friday, 19 to 23 August / 11am to 3pm / Elizabeth Castle
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.
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.
Every Thursday in the Castaways Lounge Bar on the 1st Floor at the Marina Metro Hotel, starting 25th July 2024 If you’ve got the 50 up, come and have a good old knees up
Music from Resident DJ, Big Bad John
4pm – 8pm with Finger Food at 6pm
All included in Ticket price of £20 per person
Tickets limited to 50 so pre-booking recommended – Call 724519
Bring the family together for movie night for free at Howard Davis Park! We are screening the animated feature The Big Knights on Thursday at 4pm.
From the award-winning animators behind Peppa Pig, The Big Knights brings the charming tale of Sir Boris and Sir Morris to life. Join us in the far-off land of Borovia for an evening of heroic adventures, fierce dragons, and wicked witches.
Pack a picnic, bring a blanket and enjoy dinner in the sun with friends and family.
The programme for the evening:
The Big Knights: Follow the exploits of Sir Boris, Sir Morris, and their noble pets as they right wrongs and rescue princesses in this delightful animated feature.
Stay tuned to our social pages for more screening updates.
St Catherine’s Bunker is a remarkable World War Two German fortification and tunnel complex that stands as a testament to the German forces’ hold on the British Channel Islands during the Second World War. Strategically positioned, it formed a crucial part of the German northeastern defences, especially after the Allied invasion of France. This tour provides a guided walk around the Bunker and Tunnels the German forces built during the Second World War.
This tour allows hands-on interaction with numerous World War Two artefacts, weapons, and equipment, a truly unique experience. Our tour perfectly complements understanding the history of the D-Day invasion and the battle of Normandy, which unfolded less than 15 miles away.
The meeting point is outside the bunker at St. Catherine’s Breakwater. Drive past the Breakwater Cafe, and we are on the right-hand side. Please arrive at least 5 minutes before your tour.
Our address is St Catherine’s Bunker, La Route De St. Catherine, St Catherine’s, JE3 6DD, Jersey
See Jersey’s military heritage in a new light and help support a non-profit organisation! Evening tours of bunkers offer an unforgettable atmosphere when exploring. We will visit sites not open to the public and places not visited by commercial tours. Become a temporary team member and see how Jersey became an impregnable fortress!
Thursday 1 August 7pm: BSL Interpreted performance with Andrew Higgins
Rome 44BC. Egotistical Emperor Julius Caesar is sweating…and it’s not just the heatwave!
His liberal Senators are a stabbing pain the backside. They’ve had enough! Rome is in chaos, trust in the government is weak and the Emperor’s fate is written in the stars (or the ‘entrails of a goat’).
The peasants are revolting as the most famous political coup in history is given the Oddsocks treatment. Expect the tearing of togas, the swishing of Roman swords, some preposterous puppetry and the biggest battle scene five actors have ever created.
On your marcus…
Getus setus…
Let the games begin!
Suitable for 7 years +
Please dress suitably as performances will go ahead whatever the weather. Refunds will only be offered if a performance is cancelled.
Please arrive by bike, on foot, by public transport (Bus 12A or 15) or park your car with plenty of time to spare as Milbrook playing field is no longer available!
The Link Gallery is a small gallery at Jersey Museum where every month a local artist displays their work. Each month the exhibition changes, creating a year of local artwork covering a wide-range of topics, medias and artistic styles. We also invite local artistic groups, schools or arts organisations to use the Link Gallery.
The Link Gallery is on the ground floor of Jersey Museum and is free to access.
Our day trips from Jersey to Herm are the perfect way to sample the paradise island of Herm.
Description
Enjoy beautiful, unspoilt beaches, explore the natural coastline, visit the historic Manor Village and Chapel or simply take in spectacular views of the neighbouring islands and distant French coast. Be sure to visit the Herm Island gift shop for a fabulous range of gifts, clothing and souvenirs.
Our day trip includes:
Return ferry transfer between Jersey and Guernsey (1 hour 15 minutes)
Return ferry transfer between Guernsey and Herm (20 minutes)
Lunch at the Mermaid Tavern (main course + drink)
*This day trip is via Guernsey with a short ferry trip from St Peter Port to Herm with Travel Trident.
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!
Join Jersey War Tours and visit WW2 bunkers, which are not usually open to the public. JWT will show you how Jersey was made into an impregnable fortress and help you appreciate what the Third Reich was able to create with slave labour.
The tour is also a perfect complement to understanding the history of the D-Day invasion, which took place less than 30 miles away.
This 3.5hr tour will meet you on arrival in St Peter Port and whisk you away to explore the stunning island of Guernsey.
Our tour includes:
Return ferry transfer between Jersey and Guernsey
Island Tour (3.5hrs)
Light lunch
Description
Your tour will commence from the St Peter Port Ferry Terminal as soon as you disembark the ferry. You will enjoy a scenic drive through the bustling capital of Guernsey, St Peter Port, before heading inland towards the parish of St Andrews.
Your tour will stop to allow you to explore the extraordinary Little Chapel. Originally built in 1914, this chapel is one of the smallest in the world and is decorated beautifully in broken china, shells and pebbles. The Little Chapel features in the book and film ‘The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Society’.
You will then return to the coach and head through the various beautiful parishes of Guernsey towards Pleinmont Point. This is the most south-west point of Guernsey where you will be able to see stunning sea views, the rugged coastline of the island and Les Hanois Lighthouse. You will see a number of fortifications established by the occupying German Forces of the Second World War and have the opportunity to visit the restored German Gun Battery.
Next you will head along the west coast of Guernsey, stopping for a light lunch along the way. You will pass some of Guernsey’s finest beaches including L’Eree, Vazon, Cobo and Grande Rocque.
The tour will then return you back to the thriving harbour and town of St Peter Port will you will disembark the coach and have the opportunity to enjoy some free time.
Picnic in the Park takes place during the month of August. You can organise your own picnic, either self-created or bought in from local hospitality suppliers.
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 Pleasure of Long Sunny Days…
Get hands-on with your picnic by visiting one of the Island’s local farmers markets or stalls and create your own picnic from scratch, using the best Genuine Jersey produce Jersey has to offer.
Or alternatively choose from one of wonderful Picnic in the Park partners who have created some delicious picnic menus showcasing the best of their cuisine and the local produce available in Jersey.
The pleasure of long sunny days, with lots of opportunity to get together with friends and family, and to enjoy delicious food in the stunning locations across the Park – what’s not to love?
Explore the sights, smells and sounds of the Georgian House this summer with our new Glorious Georgian Trail – and free craft activities.
Explore the sights, smells and sounds of 16 New Street with our new Glorious Georgian trail. New for summer 2024, pick up a free Georgian Passport on arrival with twelve hands-on activities to enjoy as you explore the house . Free craft activities in the Club Room every morning .
Aimed at 5-9 year olds, but great fun for all the family.
Join our education officer on the beach to comb for mermaid’s purses and sailor’s tears!
Children will learn about local ray and shark species, and help gather scientific information for the Shark Trust’s national database on the species that we have in Jersey’s waters. We will also do our bit for the environment by collecting beach litter along the way.
£3 for non-NTJ Members, free for members – children to be accompanied by an adult (please note that tickets are only required for children). Suitable for children aged 5 – 11 years.
All equipment will be provided, advice on clothing etc. will be sent prior to event start.
To support our conservation work, and take part in many exciting events, please consider becoming a member. Family memberships are available from only £45 a year.
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.
Meet the Bouonnefemme at Hamptonne from Tuesday to Friday from 10am to 4pm (except first Friday of the month when the performance will be on a Saturday)
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.
Spend quality time with the youngsters in your life and get creative with Jersey Heritage over the summer holidays. Join us at our castles and museums for a fun and engaging programme of artist and expert-led activities throughout the summer holidays.
These are drop in activities with no booking required, all ages and creative abilities welcome. Children must be accompanied by a helpful adult.
Monday to Friday, 29 July to 2 August / 11am to 3pm / Mont Orgueil Castle
Monday to Friday, 5 to 9 August /11am to 3pm / Hamptonne
Monday to Friday, 12 to 16 August / 11am to 3pm / Hamptonne
Monday to Friday, 19 to 23 August / 11am to 3pm / Elizabeth Castle
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.
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.
St Catherine’s Bunker is a remarkable World War Two German fortification and tunnel complex that stands as a testament to the German forces’ hold on the British Channel Islands during the Second World War. Strategically positioned, it formed a crucial part of the German northeastern defences, especially after the Allied invasion of France. This tour provides a guided walk around the Bunker and Tunnels the German forces built during the Second World War.
This tour allows hands-on interaction with numerous World War Two artefacts, weapons, and equipment, a truly unique experience. Our tour perfectly complements understanding the history of the D-Day invasion and the battle of Normandy, which unfolded less than 15 miles away.
The meeting point is outside the bunker at St. Catherine’s Breakwater. Drive past the Breakwater Cafe, and we are on the right-hand side. Please arrive at least 5 minutes before your tour.
Our address is St Catherine’s Bunker, La Route De St. Catherine, St Catherine’s, JE3 6DD, Jersey
See Jersey’s military heritage in a new light and help support a non-profit organisation! Evening tours of bunkers offer an unforgettable atmosphere when exploring. We will visit sites not open to the public and places not visited by commercial tours. Become a temporary team member and see how Jersey became an impregnable fortress!
Thursday 1 August 7pm: BSL Interpreted performance with Andrew Higgins
Rome 44BC. Egotistical Emperor Julius Caesar is sweating…and it’s not just the heatwave!
His liberal Senators are a stabbing pain the backside. They’ve had enough! Rome is in chaos, trust in the government is weak and the Emperor’s fate is written in the stars (or the ‘entrails of a goat’).
The peasants are revolting as the most famous political coup in history is given the Oddsocks treatment. Expect the tearing of togas, the swishing of Roman swords, some preposterous puppetry and the biggest battle scene five actors have ever created.
On your marcus…
Getus setus…
Let the games begin!
Suitable for 7 years +
Please dress suitably as performances will go ahead whatever the weather. Refunds will only be offered if a performance is cancelled.
Please arrive by bike, on foot, by public transport (Bus 12A or 15) or park your car with plenty of time to spare as Milbrook playing field is no longer available!
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.
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!’
