Jersey, officially the Bailiwick of Jersey, is the largest of the Channel Islands just off the coast of Normandy, France. Scroll down for helpful links for things to do while you’re here!
Click here for our brochure (PDF), or contact us to ask for a printed one.
Jersey is a British Crown dependency; that is, it is one of the British Isles, but is not ‘Britain’ or UK or EU…
This means we have our own unique systems here which can at once confuse and delight both Islanders and visitors!
There’s a lot more about the history, language and culture of Jersey CI on Wikipedia and through the links below:
Helpful Links
About Jersey: click on the bars below to open links under that subject; all the links will open in a new tab/window.
This new list will be updated on an ongoing basis – do let us know if you have a favourite walk you’d like adding!
Val de la Mare reservoir
This is a beautiful reservoir walk and includes an arboretum – click here (webpage) and here (PDF) for information. Allow 1.5-2 hours. (PS, ‘Mare’ is pronounced ‘Mar’!)
Queen’s valley reservoir
There are several walking routes (click here) around Queen’s Valley Reservoir, the full circuit is 1.9miles (3.1km). The reservoir has a natural wealth of flora and fauna and is home to many species of birds and wildlife. Click here for the Queen’s Valley reservoir webpage.
Things to do in Jersey
Jersey Tourism – official site – much on beaches, eating out, music, shopping and more!
What’s on in Jersey (Upcoming events)
Battle of Flowers – annual event in August
Things to do in Jersey (Trip Advisor)
Bicycle hire – St Aubin (very close to Porthole Suites)
Bicycle hire elsewhere in Jersey
Jersey walks – including low tide adventures
Les Écréhous & Les Minquiers
The bailiwick consists of the island of Jersey, Les Écréhous, Les Minquiers and other reefs. The Minquiers (Les Minquiers) are situated 9 miles south of Jersey, and are administratively part of the Parish of Grouville. The Écréhous (Les Écréhous) are situated 6 miles north-east of Jersey (8 miles from France), and are administratively part of the Parish of St. Martin. More…
These islands have no permanent inhabitants, but you can visit them:
Jersey Sea Safaris (Charter)
Sea Kayak Adventures (like it says!) brochure
Jersey Travel
Jersey airport arrivals and departures – better site for mobile devices!
Jersey harbour (Ports of Jersey) arrivals & departures
Jersey harbour (Ports of Jersey) arrivals & departures – better site for mobile devices!
Jersey buses (Liberty Bus) – contact info
Jersey buses (Liberty Bus) – plan your journey
Bicycle hire – St Aubin (very close to Porthole Suites)
Bicycle hire elsewhere in Jersey
Jersey Weather & Tides
Jersey Met Office weather – this site offers all sorts of information
Health facilities & emergency services in Jersey
For an ambulance, call 999