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Countryside
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Countryside
Want a break from the beach? Head inland and enjoy many of the fascinating attractions located in Jersey's inner core such as the Jersey's famous zoo or the Hamptonne Country Life Museum. Alternatively wile away an afternoon at Jersey Pottery, pamaper yourself at Jersey pearl or La Mare Vineyards. For some colourful history visit the Battle of Flowers Museum. If it's wet, go underground and visit the highly informative exhibition interpreting the German Occupation which is located at the German Undergroud Hospital. Inland there are dense wooded valleys, lush leafy lanes and heather-framed pathways leading down to deserted coves. Unspoilt doesn’t begin to describe it. The rich soil supports a thriving farming community, that, in addition to rearing the famous Jersey cow, also produce a wide range of vegetable produce. A network of Green Lanes, which give pedestrians precedence over the car, keeps country life unhurried and leisurely pace. The scheme is envied the world over. Hedgerows and coastal dunes are protected and are home to varieties of rare wild flowers and butterflies.
A year-round programme of free walks and cycle rides, led by qualified guides, enables visitors to appreciate the beauty of Jersey’s countryside through all its changing seasons.
aMaizin Maze
Seasonal Status: - Seasonal Opening.
The attraction opens in May with the aMaizin Adventure Park; Activities include daily tractor rides, 3 go-kart tracks for all ages, falconry and parrot shows, and the very popular water pistol range has been extended by popular request! Recent additions are our 8 trampolines and a nine hole Crazy Golf Course! Once you have paid for your entrance fee there are no further charges for any activities and many visitors will spend the whole day with us! The maze opens in July; it is available at no extra cost and is constructed entirely of the cereal crop maize. There are puzzles and clues to find and decipher providing great family fun. The theme for 2006 is "Journey Through the Jungle". The adventure park offers many additional activities in a natural and safe environment where refreshments and snacks are available. Group and evening tickets are available on request.
Battle of Flowers Museum
Seasonal Status: - Seasonal Opening.
Founded by Florence Bechelet, one of the Battle's most prolific exhibitors. Many of her handmade prize-winning floats can be seen. Open from mid April until the end of October.
Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust
Seasonal Status: - open all year round.
The 31 acres and buildings of Les Augrès Manor and Les Noyers properties provide the international headquarters of Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust. It serves as the centre for breeding, research, professional training and fundraising. Veterinary, pathology, nutrition and public education services offer special expertise to species recovery programmes in Jersey and overseas. A shopmobility scheme is operated here. Private hire, conference facilities and private tours available. Attraction open every day except Christmas Day. Member of the Jersey Premier Attractions Group.
Eric Young Orchid Foundation
Seasonal Status: - open all year round.
One of the finest collections of orchids in all the world is to be found at the Eric Young Orchid Foundation, deep in the heart of the Jersey countryside at Victoria Village, Trinity, which is housed in a new purpose-built nursery and exhibition complex formally opened in June 2001. Exhibitors at many of the major presentations around the world, this unique collection has won many prestigious international awards, establishing an unrivalled world-wide reputation and the skills of the Jersey breeders is universally acknowledged to be unsurpassed. The Foundation was established in 1958 by the late Eric Young, a trained scientist who, even from childhood, was a gifted horticulturist. Before his untimely death he had developed one of the finest collections of orchids anywhere in the world. But this was no private passion. Eric Young's dream was for the foundation to maintain and develop the collection in perpetuity to enable everyone to enjoy its splendour and excellence. Today the dream, in its new complex, is a glorious reality. Open Wednesday's, Thursday's, Friday's and Saturday's.
Hamptonne
Seasonal Status: - Seasonal Opening.
You can get close to 300 years of Jersey's rural heritage in this collection of farm buildings and meadows. The site is brought alive by talkative characters from the past, demonstrations of by-gone skills, guided tours and plenty of small animals. Give yourself plenty of time to explore the buildings and stroll around the kitchen garden and meadows. Open from mid February for weekends only and daily from 2 April. Member of the Jersey Premier Attractions Group.
Jersey Lavender Farm
Seasonal Status: - Seasonal Opening.
Possibly the most fragrant attraction in Jersey - a working farm devoted to the growing, harvesting, distillation and drying of lavender. From the end of May to early August the lavender is in bloom, providing a most spectacular site. The precious essential lavender oil produced from the distillation is used in the manufacture of a range of fragrant Jersey Lavender Toiletries - the whole process is explained in a presentation video and by friendly staff. A stroll around the lavender fields is an unforgettable experience and there are also fabulous gardens and woods to wander through as well as a National Collection of lavenders, herb beds and a bamboo collection. There is a gift shop with all the products made on the farm, and much more. Your perfect day can be completed with a delicious lunch or home made tea and cake at the Lavender Tearoom. Jersey Lavender products are also sold at: Boots, Reid's chemist, St Peter's Garden Centre, Books Plus (Airport), Ransom's Garden Centre, Spice House and other outlets. Closed on Mondays. Open from 9 May until 17 September.
Jersey Pearl
Seasonal Status: - open all year round.
The largest collection of quality pearl jewellery in the Channel Islands, ranging from the cleverly crafted to the beautifully cultured. In the workshop, crafts people create individual pieces. There are also guided tours, educational displays, pick a pearl, a children's range and Olly's Bistro Restaurant and ice cream parlour. Free entry. Open from mid February thoughout the year.
Jersey War Tunnels
Seasonal Status: - Seasonal Opening.
This complex of tunnels was excavated between October 1941 and January 1944 by the occupying German forces using forced and slave labour. In January 1944, with the Allied Invasion looming it was converted into a bomb and assault-proof casualty clearing station. The result was almost a kilometre of concrete-lined tunnels and galleries comprising of wards for 500 casualties, staff quarters, operating theatre, kitchens and stores. Within the complex is the award winning 'Captive Island' exhibition, the definitive and chillingly realistic story of the German Occupation of Jersey. A number of recent facets have also been added, these are a Garden of Reflection, War Trail and a Research Centre, along with a permanent exhibition entitled Szabo, dedicated to the life of a war heroine whose daugher lives in Jersey. Children under 16yrs old must be accompanied by an adult. Attraction open from 10 February until 17 December.
Jersey Woodturners
Seasonal Status: - open all year round.
Jersey Woodturners, based in the glorious grounds of Samares Manor, offer traditional hand carved marriage lintels, wood turning demonstrations, video presentations and gifts. You are encouraged to discover the secrets of the celtic tree calendar and identify your birthwood. Gifts made from this wood for sale. According to our Celtic ancestors, our destinies are influenced by a guardian birthwood. The Jersey Woodturners are also the exclusive retailer of the Jersey Cabbage Sticks (Brassica Oleracae Longata) . Entry price to Samares Manor. No separate fee for Jersey Woodturners. Limited opening hours during the winter.
Kempt Tower Visitor Centre
Seasonal Status: - Seasonal Opening.
One of the most rewarding areas for the amateur naturalist is the west coast sand dunes, reedbed enclosed ponds and scrubland known as Les Mielles. Kempt tower was built in 1834 and named after Sir James Kemp, Master General of the Ordnance, one of Wellington's Generals at the Battle of Waterloo. The Martello Tower is packed with information on wildlife conservation, countryside management and other environmental subjects. Open from May until the end of September.
La Hougue Bie Museum
Seasonal Status: - Seasonal Opening.
A Neolithic burial mound, dating back 5,500 years dominates this tranquil site. Following recent excavations, the entrance to the tomb has now been restored to its original glory. A tiny chapel is situated on top of the mound, (Mabon Crypt can be seen in this chapel) and in addition, there are geology and archaeology galleries and a World War Two German bunker. This bunker houses a unique memorial to the memory of the slave-workers in the Channel Islands during the second World War. In the grounds of the museum stands the Neolithic House which is the focus for a number of activities designed to give visitors a better understanding of the day-to-day life of the community that built the burial mound. Member of the Jersey Premier Attractions Group. Open from 2 April. .
La Mare Vineyards & Distillery
Seasonal Status: - Seasonal Opening.
Experience everything from wine to chocolate. Inside the extensive grounds, experts and novices alike are guided through the fascinating process of wine making and distilling in La Mare's humorous style. Take a stroll through the vineyards, orchards and beautiful gardens before visiting the Winery to taste three estate wines during the new audio-visual show. You won't be disappointed, as the estate has recently won international awards for its wines. In the distillery you'll discover the traditional art of distilling and oak ageing of the famous Jersey Apple Brandy. La Mare also produces a wonderful range of Black Butter, marmalades, jams, jellies, mustards and delicious fudge, all 'genuine Jersey' and handmade on the estate. For the children there is an adventure playground, miniature ponies and a cheeky but loveable goat called Barney. Luxury Jersey Chocolates are now handmade by the estate. You're in the heart of the Jersey countryside so relax and enjoy a delicious alfresco lunch or a freshly made Jersey cream tea in the tranquil atmosphere of the Buttery Restaurant. Member of the Jersey Premier Attractions Group. Closed on Sundays. Open from 10 April. Shop open only during November and December.
Le Moulin de Quetivel
Seasonal Status: - Seasonal Opening.
This is the only remaining working mill in Jersey. Earliest reference to the mill was in records from 1309. The derelict mill was restored by the Trust in 1979. There is a display on milling and mills in Jersey and also a National Trust shop with organic stone ground flour for sale. Open on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from May until October. Free admission to worldwide National Trust members.
Lion Park - Jersey Goldsmiths
Seasonal Status: - open all year round.
Stay and play, or just while-away the day in this serene setting. Roam around the gardens at your leisure, or take a stroll around Jersey's largest model boating lake. Allow an explosion of colour in our gardens set your senses aglow, then in contrast, relax by the serene-water's edge, where graceful flamingos parade their pink attire or enjoy a delicious ice cream at the 'Watering Hole' (weather permitting). Open all year, free admission. Suitable for disabled.
Pallot Steam, Motor & General Museum
Seasonal Status: - Seasonal Opening.
Step back in time and enjoy a fascinating collection of steam engines, vintage and classic vehicles, bicycles, tractors, agricultural implements and other machinery, together with a variety of organs, including a pipe church and Compton theatre organ and numerous items of memorabilia all housed in this absorbing Museum. Among the collection are two Marshall steam rollers, a superbly restored 1904 Ransomes traction engine and a rare Merlin portable. Train rides in Victorian carriages hauled by steam locomotive may be taken on certain days. Photographic displays on the Jersey Railways, transport and motor sports. Steam threshing fayre will take place late summer. Winter visitors welcome by appointment. Disabled facilities and wheelchair friendly. Open from 1 April until the end of October.
Reg's Garden - Badger's Holt
Seasonal Status: - open all year round.
Come along to this Open Garden and see thousands of flowering plants as well as a fish pond and bird sanctuary with many types of pet birds. You can also enjoy the Fairy Garden with the Barbie doll exhibit, fairies playing and fairy tales told by dolls. Entry to this unique private garden is by a donation for the Jersey Animal Shelter and a further donation for Children in Need, if or when entering the Fairy Garden. Open daily from 10am until 5pm.
Sunset Nurseries Flower Centre
Seasonal Status: - open all year round.
See carnations, alstroemeria and the tropical bird gardens. Facilities available: Tea Garden, Gift shop, Postal flowers. Closed at weekends during winter period.
The Jersey Falconry Centre
Seasonal Status: - open all year round.
The centre offers daily falconry displays as well as falconry encounters, which consist of a two hour bird handling experience, the ideal Christmas or birthday present! Call 07797 832 837 for further details. SHOW TIMES DAILY 2pm- Parrot show 2.45pm- Training of the Falcons 3.30pm- Falcon Display
PTGH wish to thank Jersey Tourism for their help in providing the above information.
19/01/2006
© 2006 Preston Travel Group Holdings Limited. All rights reserved.
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