Jersey is a British crown dependency in the English Channel off the coast of Normandy. Along with the Guernsey it forms the grouping known as the Channel Islands. The defence of all these islands is the responsibility of the United Kingdom. However, Jersey is not part of the UK, nor the European Union, but is rather a separate possession of the Crown. Jersey’s prehistoric period produced a rich legacy of artefacts. Remnants of a great French forest that existed over 10,000 years ago, when the Island was part of the continent can still be seen today at St Ouen when there is a low tide. Flints and crude stone tools were left by hunters in La Cotte a la Chevre (Goat’s cave) now perched 60 feet (18 m) above the sea level on the north coast of St Ouen and La Cotte de St Brelade is one of the most important Palaeolithic sites in Europe.
Transportation in Jersey
By Car: Due to the size of the island, all areas are within easy reach.
By Bus: Connex Transport operate buses around the island.
By Ferry: Ferry services operate from Jersey to Weymouth, Portsmouth and Poole, as well as to Guernsey and St Malo.
By Air: There are a number of airlines offering regular scheduled service from the UK and a range of tour operators also organise charter flights to Jersey from a wider selection of airports and often at highly competitive rates.
The Channel Islands Military Museum is the only display of all authentic German WW2 militaria as well as a superb collection of civilian Occupation items. Also, the island's only display of running military motorcycles, all displayed in a 10.50m coastal defence bunker which formed part of Hitler's extensive Atlantic Wall. A 40 minute commentary of first hand Occupation experiences, the museum gives an accurate insight into the island's recent history.The Battle of Flowers Museum was founded by Florence Bechelet, one of the Museum's most prolific exhibitors. Many of her handmade prize-winning floats can be seen. Elizabeth Castle is 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. Discovery Pier - Gorey Maritime Centre is an Interpretation Centre featuring Jersey’s marine and coastal wildlife, is unique. Not only is the centre the Island’s first permanent exhibition covering all aspects of the intertidal zone and the south east coast’s internationally important Ramsar site, during high spring tides it is also a working arrivals and departures hall for vessels visiting Jersey from France.
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