LIBERATION ROUTE EUROPE

The LRE Foundation, Visit Jersey and Jersey Heritage are excited to announce a new addition to Liberation Route Europe, the Forced Workers Trail, located on the island of Jersey. The trail introduces visitors to 20 locations linked to the experiences of forced foreign labourers to the island during the Second World War.

The Channel Islands (that includes Guernsey and Jersey) were the only region of the British Isles to be occupied by German Forces during the Second World War. The island’s occupation lasted for five years, from 1 July 1940 until its Liberation on 9 May 1945. Starting in the autumn of 1941, German occupational forces brought 6000 foreign workers, both men and women, to the island to work as forced labour on the construction of concrete German fortifications, part of the larger Atlantic Wall. These actions took place under the Organisation Todt (OT), the civil and military engineering organisation responsible for engineering projects in Nazi-occupied Europe during World War Two.

Whilst these workers originated from many different countries, their treatment varied. Labourers from Western Europe and North Africa were conscripted as paid labourers. While Eastern Europeans, such as Vasily Marempolsky, were used as slave labour and were often treated with brutality. In some cases, the islanders, such as Lucy Schwob and Suzanne Malherbe, put their lives and livelihoods in great peril to shelter escaped labourers.

Together, Jersey Heritage, Visit Jersey, and the LRE Foundation have worked to create a new thematic route, the ‘Forced Workers Trail in Jersey’, as part of the Liberation Route Europe to connect the historic locations across the island and tell these moving personal stories. This project will promote the preservation and appreciation of Jersey’s heritage, making it accessible to visitors to the area and ensuring that the island’s story is passed on for many generations to come.

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VISIT / Jersey’s attractions

Whether it’s wildlife, history, fascinating old vehicles, local produce sampling or jewellery making, there is a destination to spend a morning or afternoon to satisfy a variety of tastes. There are many attractions to visit in Jersey, here are a few of our featured attractions, listed from west to east.

LA MARE La Mare Wine Estate, Distillery and Cider Farm is a working 25 acre domain offering tours, tastings and hosting events. The on-site gift shop also offers a wide range of local products.

JERSEY WAR TUNNELS A spinechilling reminder of dark times in Jersey’s history. 1km of tunnels dug deep into the hillside by slave workers, it now contains a collection of thought provoking galleries detailing Jersey’s Occupation.

CI MILITARY MUSEUM Tucked amazingly in a bunker at the end of St. Ouen’s bay is a treasure trove of military memorabilia. Uniforms, artefacts and items from the Occupation are on show.

CATHERINE BEST St. Peter’s Windmill is where Catherine’s unique jewellery designs are displayed. View the manufacturing process and receive advice from craftsmen about jewellery. Take a tour, purchase gifts and dine al fresco in the gardens.

JERSEY ZOO Gerald Durrell’s legacy extends far beyond its walls but the Jersey Zoo to which he dedicated so much offers an amazing range of animals and conservation projects to marvel over.

6 JERSEY MUSEUM & VICTORIAN HOUSE

Discover Jersey’s history from 250,000 years ago to modern day. Follow the journey that has shaped our unique island.

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Jersey Lavender Farm

A beautiful family run farm that grows, nurtures, harvests and distils their own lavender. Learn about distilling and explore the gardens, visit the farm and pick up a memento in Sprigs shop and café.

The Orchid Foundation

The Eric Young Orchid Foundation is world renowned. A passion for orchids sees them inspire and spread the word around the globe with talks and lectures. They also open their doors to visitors in Jersey.

JERSEY PEARL The showroom at St. Ouen showcases the work of a local family who have spent over 30 years creating unique pearl jewellery as the perfect memento of your time in Jersey. Enjoy a free pearl tour and coastal views from the café and terrace.

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16 New Street

Gifted to the National Trust for Jersey in 2003, having been neglected for a period of 20 years, 16 New Street has been meticulously repaired in order to reinstate its elegant Georgian features.

Mark Jordan At The Beach

Soak up the relaxed atmosphere, experience the incredible views across St Aubin’s Bay and sample some tasty treats, which epitomise the ethos of simple food of the finest quality.

La Plage La Route de la Haule St Peter Jersey 01534 780180 bookings@markjordanatthebeach.com www.markjordanatthebeach.com

ATTRACTION

La Mare Wine Estate, Distillery and Cider Farm

La Mare Wine Estate is a 20 acre working estate well known for its wines, gin, cider and Jersey Apple Brandy Cream. La Mare makes some of the island’s legacy recipes such as Black Butter preserve as well as its own contemporary produce from the distillery and production kitchens. Tours and tastings of the wines and handmade products are available daily and guests are invited to enjoy the gardens, vineyard walk, cooperage display and onsite cafe offering delicious light lunches and cream teas.

£7.45 - £15.95

Daily: 10:00 - 17:00

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La Mare Wine Estate

La Rue de la Hougue

Mauger, JE3 3BA

St. Mary lamarewineestate.com

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+44 (0) 1534 481178 info@lamarewineestate.com

Eric Young Orchid Foundation

Nestled in the heart of heart of Trinity we are home to one of the world’s most impressive and unique collections of orchids. We are the perfect all-weather, all-season attraction, whatever time of year you visit you will be sure to see something amazing.

+44 (0) 1534 861963 | info@eyof.co.uk | www.ericyoungorchid.org

Jersey War Tunnels

Jersey War Tunnels tells the fascinating true story of wartime Jersey. Visit and experience what life was really like in the island during the German occupation.The hardship, the heartache and the heroism, in the words of the people who were there. The exhibition is housed within an underground tunnel complex, built by the Germans using slave labour. In addition to the exhibition, visitors can also enjoy the War Trail, Garden of Reflection, Visitor Centre, Café @ The War Tunnels and gift shop. Why not test your sleuthing skills and enjoy a gripping and educational experience in the Escape Room at Jersey War Tunnels? A real-life brain teasing adventure, where you’ll have to find clues, break codes, solve puzzles and find the key to your freedom!

jerseywartunnels.com

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Jersey Lavender Farm

£10 - £16 (discounts available for early bird online booking)

Daily: 10:00 - 17:00

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Les Charrières

Malorey, JE3 1FU

St. Lawrence

+44 (0) 1534 860808 info@jerseywartunnels.com

Jersey Lavender is a working farm that grows lavender, the oil of which is extracted and used to make a range of fragrant Jersey Lavender products. Wander around beautiful gardens, let the kids enjoy the ‘Discovery Trail’ feed the chickens, relish homemade treats from Sprigs Café and find that perfect gift from Sprigs Shop.

ATTRACTION

Catherine Best

St. Peter’s Windmill, home to award winning jewellery designer Catherine Best, was the last surviving working tower mill in Jersey.

This beautiful historic landmark dates back to 1837 and is built from Jersey granite. The weighbridge and millers office where grain used to be delivered to the Windmill for milling also survived and has become a handy site for buses to stop. The Windmill is part of a complex that includes a jewellery manufacturing workshop, the Catherine Best jewellery showroom. It is set in rural Jersey and has tranquil, manicured gardens where visitors can relax with a drink and something to eat, whilst taking in the surroundings from which Catherine draws her inspiration.

catherinebest.com

Maritime Museum ATTRACTION

Mon-Sat 09:0017:30, Sunday: 09:30 - 17:00 (including bank holidays) 8

St. Peter’s Windmill. Les Chenolles JE3 7DW St. Peter

+44 (0)1534 485777 jersey@catherinebest.com

Discover all about Jersey’s Maritime past in this uniquely interactive museum where you can see, touch, hear and even smell the exhibits! The Maritime Museum is all about seafaring, navigation and the elements, told through the stories of Jersey’s people.

+44 (0) 1534 811043 | info@jerseyheritage.org | jerseyheritage.org

St. Helier New North Quay JE2 3ND A short walk toward the Harbour from Liberation Station. 10:00 - 17:00 Adult: £11.00 Senior: £9.90 | Child/Student: £7.15 | Family: £32.65. Tapestry Gallery – £4.95

£18.00 Adult

£16.00 Concession

£14.00 Child

Under 3’s free

Daily: 09:30 - 17:30

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Les Augres Manor, La Profonde Rue JE3 5BP Trinity

Jersey Zoo

Jersey Zoo is home to over 1,000 wild animals. Visit the zoo to see them scampering, jumping, swinging and flying through 32 acres of stunning parkland. Founded over 60 years ago by famous writer and conservationist, Gerald Durrell, Jersey Zoo is sure to provide a really wild day out. Home to some of the world’s rarest animals the zoo also recently opened a spectacular butterfly and tortoise house which provides the perfect tropical spot for when the weather takes a turn for the worse. The new Wild Wood indoor play is ideal for little monkeys to let off steam on a rainy day.

+44 (0) 1534 860000 | info@durrell.org | durrell.org

£8.00 Adult, £5.00 Child.

Daily: 10:00 - 17:00

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St. Ouen

La Grande Route Des Mielles JE3 2FN

Northern end of the 5 Mile Road, sea side of the road.

Channel Islands Military Museum

The Museum is housed in a German bunker which sits right on the sea wall that dominates the surrounding area, which once formed part of Hitler’s Atlantic Wall defences. Within the bunker itself are many rooms full of artefacts both military and civilian which help tell the story of the five long years of German Occupation. There are hundreds of interesting pieces to look at as well as lots to read. There is also a 40 minute commentary of locals recounting experiences of the time.

+44(0)7797 732072 | damienhorn1@gmail.com

NATURE

The Botanic Gardens at Samarès Manor

Relax, explore, discover, eat, shop, stay! Come and discover one of Europe’s most outstanding gardens, privately owned by the Seigneur de Samarès. Amongst the 14 acres you will find a Japanese garden, exotic planting, water gardens, seasonal gardens, a formal rose and lavender garden and one of the gardens in Great Britain.

+44 (0) 1534 870551 | samaresmanor@gmail.com | samaresmanor.com

St. Clement La Grande Route de Saint-Clement JE2 6QW Daily: 09:30 - 17:00. 1A

£9.75- Adults £8.75- Senior Citizens Student (under 18) £5.50 Children up to 12- Free.

HERITAGE

Jersey Museum, Art Gallery & Victorian House

Jersey Museum, Art Gallery & Victorian House presents history from 250,000 years ago when the first people arrived in Jersey and continues through the centuries to explore the factors that have shaped this unique island and the people who live here. Step inside the beautifully restored Victorian House and enter the home of a Victorian Merchant’s family.

+44 (0) 1534 633300 | info@jerseyheritage.org | jerseyheritage.org

St. Helier The Weighbridge JE2 3NG Next to the Royal Yacht Hotel. 10:00 - 17:00

Station Adult: £11.00 Senior: £9.90 | Child/Student: £7.15 | Family: £32.65.

Elizabeth Castle HERITAGE

Elizabeth Castle is the perfect place to spend a day exploring Jersey’s history. Climb the battlements, explore the turrets and bunkers and discover the Hermitage where St. Helier is thought to have lived around 550 A.D. The Castle Ferry departs from opposite the Grand Hotel.

+44 (0) 1534 634048 | info@jerseyheritage.org | jerseyheritage.org

St. Helier St. Aubin’s Bay JE3 3NU By foot at low tide. Castle Ferry at high tide. 10:00 - 17:30

Return – Adult: £16.25 | Senior: £14.95 | Child/Student: £11.65 Family: £51.40

Mont Orgueil Castle HERITAGE

History comes to life at Mont Orgueil Castle which protected Jersey against the French invasion over 600 years ago. Explore the network of staircases and secret rooms, discover hidden treasures and see breathtaking views over the east of the island and towards France.

HERITAGE

Hamptonne Country Life Museum

Discover six centuries of Jersey’s rural life at Hamptonne Country Life Museum. Dating back to the 15th century, the house and farm are brought to life with characters from the island’s past. Meet the resident calves, chickens pigs and lambs, explore the buildings and the beautiful grounds.

+44 (0) 1534 863955 | info@jerseyheritage.org | jerseyheritage.org

St. Lawrence La Rue de la Patente JE3 1HS At the top of Waterworks Valley.

10:00 - 17:00 7 Adult: £10.30 | Senior: £9.25 | Child/Student: £6.70 | Family: £30.60

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La Hougue Bie Museum

Explore of the ten oldest buildings in the world and discover the biggest Celtic coin hoard ever discovered. Experience an authentically-built Neolithic Longhouse where you can have a go at ancient crafts and building techniques. Winner of a 2018 Visit England Hidden Gem Award.

+44 (0) 1534 853823 | enquiries@jerseyheritage.org | jerseyheritage.org

Grouville La Route de la Hougue Bie JE2 7UA Towards Five Oaks before Gorey.

10:00 - 17:00 13,21 Adult: £10.30 | Senior: £9.25 | Child/Student: £6.70 Family: £30.60

16 New Street

Gifted to the National Trust for Jersey in 2003, having been neglected for a period of 20 years, 16 New Street has been meticulously repaired in order to reinstate its elegant Georgian features.

+44 (0) 1534 483193 | enquiries@ nationaltrust.je | nationaltrust.je

St. Helier 16 New Street JE2 3RA £6 Adults: £3 Children; Under 6s Free; NT Members Free Thurs/Fri 10am-4pm May-Sep.

Le Moulin de Quetivel

Located in one of Jersey’s most picturesque valleys is the only surviving working water mill in the island. Surrounded by water meadows, a visit to the mill will give you a fascinating insight into Jersey’s agricultural and industrial heritage.

+44 (0) 1534 483193 | nationaltrust.je enquiries@nationaltrust.je

St. Peter Le Mont Fallu JE3 7EF Mon/Tues 10:00 - 16:00 from 2 May £4 Adults £2 Children Under 6s Free; NT Members Free 8

Jersey Archive

Jersey Archive, where you can explore your family’s history, is the island’s national repository holding archival material from public institutions, private businesses and individuals.

+44 (0) 1534 833300 info@jerseyheritage.org | jerseyheritage.org

St. Helier Clarence Road JE2 4JY Station See website Free entry

Occupation Tapestry

The award-winning Jersey Heritage attraction, the Occupation Tapestry was woven by islanders to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the liberation from five years occupation by the German armed forces during WWII.

+44 (0) 1534 811043 | info@jerseyheritage.org | jerseyheritage.org

St. Helier Maritime Museum

Station see website £4.95

Pallot Steam and Motor Museum

A museum managed with the object of promoting the permanent preservation of the Island’s mechanical heritage. Take a step back in time and enjoy at leisure the vast and varied collection of steam locos and other vintage machines.

+44 (0) 1534 865307 | info@pallotmuseum. co.uk | pallotmuseum.co.uk Trinity Rue du Bechet JE3 5BE Call 5 £7 Adults, £6 Seniors, £2.50 Children. <5 free.

Fort Regent Leisure Centre

Jersey’s leisure facility for almost 50 years; children’s play area, arts & crafts, quad bikes, café and free films every Sunday. A fully equipment gymnasium caters for all needs, or why not have a quick game of table tennis.

+44 (0) 1534 449600 | active@gov.je fortregent.je St. Helier Mount Bingham

Weekdays 06:15 - 21:00 Sat/Sun 08:00 - 16:00

aMaizin! Adventure Park

A family attraction offering dozens of activities from toboggan ride, gold-mine, go-karts, jumping pillow and tractor rides can be used by all ages and an indoor area.

+44 (0) 1534 482116 | contact@jerseyleisure. com | jerseyleisure.com St. Peter La Hougue Farm, La Grande Route De St. Pierre Daily 10 - 17:30 9 £12.50 Adult, £12.50 Child 4+, £8.50 Toddler & £8.50 Senior

The Harbour Gallery

The Harbour Gallery, located in St. Aubin, is the largest exhibiting and working gallery in the Channel Islands. Nestled within the picturesque, charming harbour of St. Aubin, it features the work of over 100 local artists and craft workers.

+44 (0) 1534 743044 info@theharbourgalleryjersey.com theharbourgalleryjersey.com St. Brelade Le Boulevard, St. Aubin JE3 8AB 12, 12A, 15 Daily: 10:00 - 17:00 Free entry

Jersey Pearl Love Bird Pottery Studio

Discover your own Akoya pearl in a Pick-a-Pearl experience. Enjoy delicious, traditional food and panoramic views from the Jersey Pearl Café and Terrace. Upcycle, recycle or create a bespoke design with The Pearl Workshop.

+44 (0) 1534 862137 | info@jerseypearl.com jerseypearl.com St Ouen Five Mile Road

Grande route des Mielles, St. Ouen 10:00 - 16:00 12/22/X22 free.

Looking for more?

Whilst What’s On is a handy guide of the best places to visit, you can see a full directory of things to visit, see and do, categorised and detailed at jersey.com/things-to-do/

Love Bird Pottery Studio is a very warm, welcoming and friendly art studio to paint and decorate your own ceramics. Creativity is at the heart of everything we do, along with a healthy dose of laughter every day.

+44 (0) 1534 865972 | charlotte@ lovebirdgifts.co.uk St. Helier 12-14 Market Street Mon - Wed/Fri/Sat 10:00 - 17:00

Thu: 10:00 - 14:30. CLOSED om Sunday

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