Jersey Top Things To Do

Swim and sunbathe
The extensive beaches to either side of St Helier in the south; stretching 5km (3 miles) west around St Aubin's Bay and east to La Roque Point are the most picturesque. However, at all Jersey beaches, beware of very strong currents.

Windsurf or waterski
Watersports are best attempted at one of the island's most popular and beautiful beaches, St Brelade's Bay, west of St Aubin.

West coast surfing
Visitors rave about the surfing found on the west coast; particularly off the sweeping 8km (5-mile) sandy beach on St Ouen's Bay.

Bouley Bay for fishing
Sub-aqua enthusiasts and anglers should head for Bouley Bay on the northeast coast; it is a fishing harbour with an old fort and a small sandy beach.

Explore the island on foot
Walk round the island. The north has the highest land and most rugged scenery, but gentler walks are possible inland and in the south. One suggested route follows the line of the old Jersey Railway which runs from St Aubin to the lighthouse at Corbière on the island's southwestern tip.

Pedal past
Jersey's network of ‘Green Lanes', which have a 24kph (15mph) speed limit, are ideal for cyclists.

Bring your clubs
Jersey has two famous 18-hole golf courses: La Moye in St Brelade and Royal Jersey in Grouville (www.royaljersey.com). Both require proof of handicap or membership in a recognised club. Anyone can play at 18-hole Les Mielles or Les Ormes and nine-hole Wheatlands or Greve D'Azette.

Get crafty
Go on a pottery, candle-making or leatherwork course, which are very popular in Jersey.

Wine taste
Drop by for a taste of local tipple at La Mare Vineyards, close to Devil's Hole. The vineyards are set in the grounds of an 18th-century farmhouse and visitors can enjoy displays from the local cider industry.

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