Messing around in rockpools with the sun on your back is one of life’s unmissable childhood experiences. There’s no shortage of rockpools in Jersey – the Island has 45 miles of stunning coastline, ranging from the towering cliffs and tiny harbours of the north, to long stretches of clean, safe golden sand in the south, and the Atlantic surf of the west coast. There’s also a range of watersports - kitesurfing, jet skiiing, sailing, and fishing among them, and secluded coves for sunbathing and picnics.
The following beaches are particularly recommended for families:
St Brelade’s Bay - popular safe bathing, lifeguards present, trampolining, water sports.
Grouville - Large expanse of beach with activities including banana bronco rides and windsurfing. Small children’s playground nearby.
Green Island - Quiet sandy beach, rock pools, with a small islet that can be reached at low tide.
Grève de Lecq - small enclosed bay nestled between steeply rising cliffs, lifeguards present. Moulin de Lecq pub nearby with children’s play area and good value food.
St Aubin’s Bay - Large sandy beach, plenty of room for children to run around. Cafes, toilets and parking situated around the bay. Water sports available close to St Aubin at La Haule.
Plémont – Large sandy beach with caves, waterfalls and rock pools to discover. Lifeguards present. Better for older children as access to the beach is via a bridge and steps.
Lido at Havre des Pas - Sea water swimming pool at Havre des Pas with lifeguards, café and changing rooms.
St Ouen – long sandy beach, with lifeguards patrolling certain areas.
All the above beaches offer refreshments, car parking and toilets. St Brelade’s Bay, Green Island and Grève de Lecq are all award winning beaches for cleanliness.
LIFEGUARDS
A team of professional lifeguards patrol St Ouen’s beach, St Brelade’s Bay, Havre des Pas Lido, Grève de Lecq and Plémont from mid May to the end of September.
Look out for the red and yellow flags which indicate the patrolled areas for swimming. Swim within the flags, but note that when a red flag is flying the conditions are dangerous and unsuitable for swimming.
PTGH wish to thank Jersey Tourism for their help in providing the above information.
