Sights

Mont Orgueil Castle

The castle is undergoing significant restoration at present: A medieval stronghold which dominates the east coast and protected the Islanders from the time of King John in the early 13th century. The current scaffolding brings it right up to date.

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address:	Gorey.
tel:	853292

Elizabeth Castle and The Hermitage

Built on a rocky islet in the 1590's, the castle was named after Queen Elizabeth I by Sir Walter Raleigh whilst he was Governor of Jersey. There are exhibitions explaining the role of the castle in Jersey's history. The Hermitage, a small chapel has been a holy place since the 12th century and is dedicated to the saint from whom the town of St Helier takes its name. Also has a daily show at midday, with the castle MAster Gunner, explaining the history, and more, culminating in the firing of an authentic black powder cannon

type:	Castles
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address:	St Aubin's Bay, St Helier.
tel:	723971

Corbiere Lighthouse

Corbiere Lighthouse
photo by: A D Rosser

Built in 1873 Corbiere lighthouse was the first concrete built lighthouse in the British Isles and is positioned on the south west corner of the Island.

Access to the lighthouse depends upon the state of the tide.

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La Hougue Bie

Described as "one of Europe's finest prehistoric monuments". It is dominated by the massive burial mound dating from 3800 BC. There is also a Neolithic passage grave and two Medieval chapels, archaeology and geology galleries and an Inter-active discovery centre.

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address:	Grouville.
tel:	853823

Le Moulin de Quetivel

This historic watermill has been carefully restored to working order by the National Trust for Jersey. Yup, it really is that dull.

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address:	Mont Fallu, St Peter.
tel:	483193

Faldouet Dolmen

Near Gouray Church, this is a passage grave around 4,500 years old. The large capstone is estimated to weigh 24 tonnes.