This Is Jersey

Farming remains a way of life for Islanders, and the following attractions can be seen as a tribute to rural Jersey.

Samares Manor
Dating back to Norman times, the manor house is set in 14 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens that boast an internationally renowned herb garden, as well as craft barn, farmyard, tea garden and restaurant. There are guided tours and visitors can take a ride in a Jersey horse-drawn van. Served by bus route 18.

Lavender Farm
One of the largest collections of lavender in Britain can be found at this working farm in St Brelade. The 55 different varieties of lavender are cultivated from mid May, when the plants begin to show their first colour, to mid August, when the lavandage - lavender harvest - is usually completed. The farm also includes a tea room, distillery, bottling room and shop which sells fragrances and dried lavender products. Served by bus route 15.

Reg’s Garden
Badgers Holt, Route de Genets, St Brelade. Reg’s Garden and Fairy Garden is open to the public every day of the year for charity fund raising. Served by bus routes 12 and 15.

Amaizin Maze
A seasonal maze, planted every year at La Hougue Farm, St. Peter. Plenty of scope to lose the kids in an exciting whirl of planted maize with a theme that changes every year.

La Mare Vinyards
Established in 1969, this working vineyard is set in the 12 acres of grounds of an attractive 18th century Jersey granite farmhouse. Experts and novices alike are guided through the winemaking and distilling process in La Mares humorous style. Unique to La Mare is the distillation of the famous Jersey Apple Brandy and local marmalades, jams, mustards and fudge, all hand-made by a team of marmaladies. Children can enjoy the adventure playground, miniature ponies and Jersey calves. Served by bus route 7.

Shell Garden
Colin Soudains collection of over a million shells has resulted in the creation of the worlds largest shell garden. He placed his first shell in the garden of his home in 1957 and today the area is bursting with mermaids, dolphins and church congregations, all painstakingly made in shell. The garden is located on Mont Les Vaux, St Brelade. Served by bus route 15.

Sunset Nurseries
This is the home of a huge variety of colourful carnations and alstroemeras which are all grown under glass. Visitors can watch the various stages of crop growth and then decide upon which blooms to send home or to the UK. Located within walking distance of St Ouens beach, the attraction is also home to a tropical bird garden, gift shop and tea garden. Served by bus route 12a.

Eric Young Orchid Foundation
One of the world’s finest orchid collections. Visitors can appreciate the unique collection of exotic flowers at close range. Served by bus route 21.