What’s On? Make the most of your visit with these key dates in the diary

Diary dates

This event will take participants on a journey through Jersey’s spectacular cliff paths, beaches, bays and woodlands, hidden valleys and coastal fortifications.

brecaswimrun.com/breca-jersey 5 - 6 September

Witness global music acts and local artists perform across various music stages, coupled with gourmet food and drink, through daytime to evening and into the night. Jersey Royal Showground.

weekenderjersey.com 1 August - 11 November

Liberation Day Events

There will be a range of festivities marking 75 years since Jersey’s liberation, beginning with a photographic exhibition that will take place throughout the summer in Moignard Gardens. Other celebrations include an open garden event, flower festival, cream teas, church services and family fun day. jersey.com Watch aircraft from across the ages sweeping the vista of St Aubin’s Bay in a phenomenal four-hour air show, which attracts thousands of visitors and residents every year.

jerseyairdisplay.org.uk 19 - 20 September Super League Triathlon (TBC)

The exciting swim-bike-run series will return to Elizabeth Marina, St Helier this year, where entrants will have the chance to win the ultimate triathlon holiday. The event will also feature the ever-popular RBC Race for the Kids.

superleaguetriathlon.com 20 September LEAF Open Farm Sunday

The Jersey Royal Company will open its gates at this free event where visitors can meet the farmers and learn about Jersey Royal potatoes. Visitors can pick a free sample, ride on a harvester, and take a pre-booked tour around the pack house.

farmsunday.org For up-to-date events and things to do whilst you’re visiting on Jersey we recommend you visit

Jersey has a number of exciting events this year and next, so just take your pick!

SEPTEMBER

5 September Breca Jersey SwimRun (TBC)

Weekender Festival (TBC)

10 September Jersey International Air Display

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OCTOBER

9 - 10 October The Jersey Rally

Watch the cars wend their way through the island’s narrow leafy lanes in the race to be crowned the winner.

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17 - 18 October La Faîs’sie d’Cidre

The island’s annual cider-making festival returns to Hamptonne Country Life Museum. Enjoy live music, kids’ activities, dance, poetry and living history. jerseyheritage.org

NOVEMBER

19 November - 24 December

La Fête dé Noué

The St Helier Christmas light switch-on heralds the start of the festive celebrations, where visitors can shop under the twinkling lights and feast their senses at the French and ‘Genuine Jersey’ markets.

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FEBRUARY 2021

2 February - 29 July World Wetlands Day – 40 Year Anniversary

Join the lands team and education officers in the Wetlands Centre to celebrate 40 years of working to protect Jersey’s valuable wild areas. Take part in engaging activities to learn about the flora and fauna of the island’s precious reed beds, and the importance of this precious habitat to the wellbeing of the island and world.

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Stay safer together

Enjoy Jersey endorses the Jersey government’s advice to reduce the risk of catching and spreading coronavirus by practising safer hygiene, distancing from others, socialising outside and only meeting up in small groups.

If you think you have coronavirus symptoms contact the Helpline on01534 445566 (Open 8am to 8pm Monday to Friday, 10am to 4pm Saturday and Sunday)

Jersey Lavender – makes perfect Scents!

Jersey Lavender is one of the most charming, fragrant and picturesque attractions on the Island. A family-run farm located in St Brelade, our unique products are enjoyed by customers all over the world. Set in nine acres of fragrant lavender fields, soak up the sights and scents of nature as you stroll through the herb gardens, sunlit fields, countryside pathways and shady woods. Look for hidden secrets along the way as you and the children follow the ‘Discovery Trail’ – and don’t forget to feed the chickens and doves, who are always pleased to greet you!

From mid-May to late July the lavender is in bloom and makes for a spectacular sight. Jersey Lavender is a working farm, so in harvest season (9th June to 30th August) you will see the distillery in action. Catch one of the twice-daily talks at 11:30am and 3:00pm and learn about how we harvest and process the lavender to obtain the precious and pure essential oil which goes into our range of exceptional home and body products. During your visit, stop off at Sprigs Café, where we pride ourselves on the many fresh, local ingredients which go into our wide range of home-made foods. Enjoy lunches and afternoon teas or treat yourself to our delicious array of cakes, coffees and teas, while you relax and take in the views from the café or the veranda which overlooks the garden. You can also find that perfect gift of ‘Lavender Farm magic’ to take away with you from the full range of Jersey Lavender products and many other gift items in Sprigs Shop. Choose something unique for someone you know – or as a treat just for you! Remember you can also top up from home, from our website www.jerseylavender.co.uk We look forward to seeing you.

Open from 10am to 5pm, Tuesday to Sunday, 7th April to 4th October 2020. Harvesting and distilling season 9th June to 30th August.