Rock Pool RambleSunset Concerts

Bug Safari

DISCOVER • ENJOY • PROTECT

Seasonal Walks16 New Street

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P H O T O G R A P H Y

Thank youDavid Ogilvie, John Lord,

Julian Hart, Matt Porteous, Trevor Biddle and Traces

of War Jersey.

Welcome to the 2015 edition of Explore with The National Trust for Jersey.It tells you what we have to offer both visitors and Islanders. Whether your interest is our lovely lanes and woodlands, cliff walks or built heritage there will be something here for you.

If you have young children or grandchildren can we recommend our Tots’ Tales, Bug Safaris or Rock Pool Rambles. We want you to come along as well; adults enjoy themselves as much as the children! For more fun family activities please see our ‘Top Ten Things To Do for Kids’ on page 22.

If you are looking for somewhere to visit we have five properties that are open to the public whilst our lands are freely accessible for everyone to enjoy. My personal favourite is the new Wetlands Centre overlooking St Ouen’s Pond, our bird watching and interpretation centre.

When in town, why not go to the Georgian House at 16 New Street where our resident cook will have some period delicacies for you to taste by the open fire. Or why not attend one of our special events including Music by Candlelight, a lecture on Fabergé eggs and by no means least, Father

Christmas who will be in attendance in December, to help everyone to revel in the magical festive atmosphere.

Undoubtedly the events which attract the highest numbers are our wonderful Sunset Concerts, held in June and generously sponsored by Ashburton. This June you can dust off your cowboy boots and ten gallon hat, ‘cause this year we goin’ Country’, yeehaw! It is open to y’all, friends and family welcome, and don’t forget your picnic, Western themed of course!

We have some wonderful new walks and workshops for 2015, from Pruning & Grafting Apple

Trees, to our weekend art workshops with a wonderful London based artist!

Finally we would like to draw your attention to the brand new ‘Channel Islands Heritage Festival’, where the National Trust will be putting on special events such as pop-up art

exhibitions and a vintage coach tour with our very knowledgeable guide

Bob Le Sueur.

Our role is to help you enjoy our gloriously beautiful Island. If you like what we do then please consider joining The National Trust for Jersey. We need your support!

All good wishes.

Christopher Harris President The National Trust for Jersey

THE NATIONAL TRUST FOR JERSEY THE ELMS, LA CHÈVE RUE, ST MARY, JERSEY JE3 3EN TELEPHONE 483193 | WWW.NATIONALTRUST.JE

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Grève de Lecq Barracks are the only surviving barracks left on the north coast of the Island, and are an excellent example of a self-contained military unit retaining many original features, including two prison cells and the ablutions block. Constructed in 1810 against the threat of Napoleonic invasion, visitors can learn about the living conditions of the soldiers and officers, defences of the Island and the beginning of tourism in Jersey.

The Barracks are located in Grève de Lecq Bay, St Mary. The parade ground serves as the on-site car park and the majority of the site has disabled access provided by wheelchair ramps. Feel free to wander around and discover the site wherever a door is open!

Site GuideHistory of the development of Grève de Lecq Bay; scenes from 19th century military life; a collection of horse-drawn vehicles and farm implements; National Trust for Jersey shop and exhibition of the Island’s coastline and countryside.

Admission FREE - A minimum donation of £2 is welcome to support The National Trust.

Getting There Bus route 9. Public car park nearby.

Opening Hours20th May - 27th September Wednesday - Sunday 11am - 4pm.

To walk through the front door of 16 New Street is to step back in time and experience life in Regency Jersey.With evocative sights, sounds and smells you will be transported to a time of elegance where gentlemen smoked clay pipes, ladies drank priceless tea and the threat of French invasion was always a hot topic of conversation.

Let your imagination wander as you ascend to the top of the house where you may be surprised to discover a spirit of the past where you would least expect it.

The resident cook is always keen to impart her recipes and tempt you with a taste!

Site Guide• Visitor film – the story of 16 New Street

• Discovery Room: learn about life in Georgian Jersey

• National Trust Shop: wide selection of books, imaginative gifts and cards

• Available for hire: Weddings, Private and Corporate Events

Admission £5 Adults £3 Children FREE under 10s and National Trust Members. FREE entry to the shop.

Opening Hours10am - 5pm Wednesday - Friday from 25th March until 30th October. (excluding 3rd April and 9th May).

Also open on Saturdays from 28th November to 19th December.

Shop Only: Thursday evenings from 26th November to 17th December, 4-8pm.

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Le Moulin de QuétivelWATER MILL

HamptonneCOUNTRY LIFE MUSEUM

ST PETER ST LAWRENCE

Admission £3 Adults, FREE under 10s and National Trust Members.

Getting There Bus route 8. Public car park nearby.

Opening Hours23rd May - 26th September. Every Saturday 10am to 4pm.

Located in one of Jersey’s most picturesque valleys, Le Moulin de Quétivel 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.

Discover why Jersey exported flour to the Americas, learn about the meaning of ‘lé no’ or the resurgence of milling during the Island’s Occupation in the Second World War.

Restored by the National Trust for Jersey in 1979, the two-storey mill has an exhibition of milling, a film presentation and a small shop selling refreshments and freshly ground flour.

Outside there is a fascinating herb garden and a delightful woodland walk to the mill pond – look out for the Red Squirrels!

Discover six centuries of Jersey’s rural life at Hamptonne Country Life Museum.Dating back to the 15th century, the house and farm buildings are brought to life with char-acters from the Island’s past. The Hamptonne farm complex comprises of three houses, a colombier, several outbuildings and an orchard. Each of the three houses dates from a different century, reflecting the changing architectural styles of Jersey over time.

Explore the orchard and learn about bygone crafts and quirky traditions from the resident Goodwyf. Find out more about our history of cider making and Jersey apples.

During the summer, visitors can meet the Hamptonne pigs (arriving in June) in the traditional pigsty with outdoor yard and mud bath and see Jersey cows graze in the fields at Hamptonne. Special events will take place throughout the year for all the family to enjoy, including the annual Faîs’sie d’Cidre. Further details can be found at www.jerseyheritage.org who run and manage the site.

Top five things to do at Hamptonne Country Life Museum• Meet the Hamptonne calves (when they arrive in the summer)• Learn bygone crafts from the resident Goodwyf• Explore the cider apple orchard• Wander through the meadows by the stream• Visit the Sampler Exhibition in the Syvret House

Admission FREE - National Trust for Jersey Members and children under six. Visitors from overseas who hold a National Trust Membership from their country of residence are eligible for a 20% discount on admission. £5 Children (6-16yrs old) and students, £7.90 Adults, £6.90 Seniors (65+), £23.20 Family ticket (2 adults and 2 children).

Location La Rue de la Patente, St Lawrence, JE3 1HS. For more information please call 863955.

Opening Hours Open daily from 23rd May - 14th September, 10am to 5pm.

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Wetland CentreST OUEN’S BAY

AdmissionFREE. Donations welcome.

Getting there Bus route 12a. Bus stop code - 2398 (Big Vern’s diner/St Ouen’s pond). Public car park on opposite side of the road.

Opening hours Summer: 20th March - 21st September 2015 7am to 7pm.Winter: 22nd September - 19th March 2015 9am to 5pm

* Become a member today www.nationaltrust.je/registration

2015

FEBRUARY

ACTIVITIES & EVENTS FOR EVERYONE ALL YEAR ROUND!

Sunday 1st / 1pm - 4pm

Wetland Centre’s First Birthday!Come along to the Wetland Centre to celebrate World Wetlands Day and the Centre’s first birthday! Crafts and games for children in the classroom and talks and guidance from bird-watching experts.

Wetland Centre St Ouen’s Bay

Free

Saturday 21st / 9.30am - 12.30pm

Pruning and Grafting Apple Trees with Vincent Obbard Did you know that every full-sized apple tree is made from two different trees? Join us for a morning of practical information and hands-on learning about the art and science of grafting and pruning apple trees. Everyone will get a rootstock and a scion to graft and take home for planting in the garden.

Samarès Manor, meeting point given at time of booking

Bring a pen knife

£15 Trust Members, £20 Non-Members*

483193 - Booking essential

Thursdays 5th, 12th, 19th & 26th / 1.15pm - 1.45pm

Show & TellLocal collectors of all things weird and wonderful share stories of how their collections began and the effect that collecting has on their day to day lives.

16 New Street

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The Trust invites you to its exciting new bird hide and wetland interpretation centre located in the heart of St Ouen’s Bay.Perfectly situated overlooking St Ouen’s Pond, the Wetland Centre gives you and your family an opportunity to not only view the interesting and diverse birdlife found at La Mare au Seigneur, but to also learn about the reserve’s wildlife and rich history, safeguarded by the National Trust for Jersey since 1975.

The new centre is accessed by a tunnel, which takes visitors through a dune mound and opens out to give panoramic views of the reed bed and pond. This offers a unique perspective for budding birdwatchers without disturbing the waders, waterfowl and magnificent Marsh Harriers from doing what they do.

THE WETLAND CENTRE ALSO PROVIDES:

• A visitor controlled pan, tilt, zoom mounted camera to allow an interactive and entirely new perspective to the pond's feathered visitors and residents.

• Reed bed cam to give visitors a previously unseen insight into the reed’s secretive occupants such as Marsh Harrier’s nests and the enchanting Bearded Tit.

• Modern and interactive interpretation panels to educate and inform visitors, which include beautiful bird identification panels painted by local artist Anna Le Moine Gray.

• A converted German personnel bunker to be used for an educational space and facility.

• A green roof that provides habitat for plants, small mammals, amphibians and reptiles like the Green Lizard.

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Snowdrops

Sunday 1st / 11am

The Promise of Spring Snowdrop Walk with Tina Hull

Snowdrops are celebrated as a sign of spring. Come along and find out a bit more about this wonderful flower and see what other spring plants are beginning to show themselves.

Car park at Grève de Lecq by the round tower

Duration: 1.5hrs (some uneven ground) FREE - Trust Members, £5 Non-Members*

Thursday 5th / 10 - 11am

Tots’ Tales (World Book Day)

First in a series of story sessions for pre-schoolers. Join us at Le Moulin de Quétivel for stories, games and crafts in this unique setting.

Meeting point given at time of booking

FREE - Trust Members, £3.50 Non-Members*483193 - Booking essential

Suitable for children 2-4 yrs old.

Friday 20th / 10 - 11am

Tots’ Tales (World Storytelling Day)

Story session for pre-schoolers. Join us in the woods at Hamptonne for stories, games and crafts in this wonderful setting.

Hamptonne Woods

Meeting point given at time of booking FREE - Trust Members, £3.50 Non-Members*483193 - Booking essential

Suitable for children 2-4 yrs old.

Sunday 22nd / 2pm - 4pm

Lambing LiveCome along and discover what daily life with the flock of rare breed Manx Loaghtans is really like at our busiest time of year. You will have full access to the lambing areas and get to see new-born lambs. If you’re really lucky, you might see a live birth first hand! Aaron Le Couteur from CS Conservation will explain how he deals with all eventualities, from mis-mothering and fostering to difficult births, and every aspect of animal care in between.

Venue given at time of booking

£10 Trust Members, £15 Non-Members* 483193 - Booking essential

Get your wellington boots on and join us in the woods at Hamptonne for a Woodland Wander during this beautiful time of year. With brand new activities for spring 2015, children will explore, discover, learn and create (and maybe get a little bit muddy).

Monday 30th March Tuesday 31st March Thursday 9th April Friday 10th April

Given at time of booking

Suitable for ages 4 -11 years old. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Please wear long trousers and closed shoes that you do not mind getting muddy. Unsuitable for buggies.

FREE - Trust Members, £5 Non-Members* 483193 - Booking essential

WOODLAND WANDERS

10AM & 2PM APPROX. 2HRS

3RD APRIL - 11TH MAY 2015

C H A N N E L I S L A N D S

Heritage festivalSaturday 4th / 10am - 2pm

Easter Egg Trail sponsored by Waitrose

If you go down to the woods today, you’ll be more than a little surprised! Bring the kids along to meet the Easter Bunny and search out the answers to the quiz to receive your chocolaty reward.

Start at the Mill Pond, St Peter’s Valley £3 Trust Members, £5 Non-Members*483193 - Book and pay in advance

Thursday 9th / 7pm - 9pm

‘Sparkling Fantasies’ A Talk about Peter Fabergé Peter Le Rossignol gives a special talk on the Russian Imperial Easter eggs and other opulent fantastical gifts which emanated from the Fabergé workshops.

16 New Street £25 Trust Members, £30 Non-Members* including wine and canapés483193 - Book and pay in advance

Saturday 11th / 10am

Birds on the Edge Spring WalkJoin the Birds On The Edge Project Officer for a walk through coastal habitats being restored back to nature to help our endangered birds, flowers, insects and reptiles.

Devil’s Hole upper car park Approximately 2hrs Retiring collection for Birds On The Edge

No booking needed, just turn up on the day.

Sunday 12th / 10am

Plémont UnsprungA walk along the cliff paths from Gréve de Lecq to enjoy the restored landscape of Plémont – from eyesore to wilderness. Discover what the achievements and aspirations are for this magical site before returning through the lanes and farm tracks back to the start point.

Gréve de Lecq - Public car park next to round tower Duration: 3hrs FREE - Trust Members, £5 Non-Members*

Saturday 11th & Sunday 12th / 10am - 4pm

National Trust Sketchbook Workshops (Watercolour/Pens)An opportunity to work with London artist, Victoria Francis, to develop a collection of works on paper in response to National Trust properties.

Meeting point given at time of booking Sat 11th - For Beginners. ‘How to draw’ & ‘experimenting with materials’ sessions. Sun 12th - For experienced artists who want to devote a day to drawing, painting National Trust properties in the company of other artists. £75 per session including Ploughman’s Lunch483193 - Book and pay in advance

10am - 4pm

Weekend Pop-up Art GALLERY

Now you see it, now you don’t! Our 'pop-up' gallery is helping

talented local artists to showcase and sell their work for one

weekend only. Grève de Lecq Barracks - Every weekend

during the festival (except Easter weekend) FREE Entry. Parking on-site. For artist

details visit www.nationaltrust.je

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Jersey Orchids

Sunday 3rd May

Hamptonne Country Life Museum Car park

Duration: 1hr FREE - Trust Members £5 Non-Members*

Sunday 10th May

Car park opposite Kempt Tower

Duration: 2hrs FREE - Trust Members £5 Non-Members*

Sunday 17th May

Upper car park at Devil’s Hole

Duration 11/2hrs FREE - Trust Members £5 Non-Members*

Bid farewell to the day on The Hamptonne Woodland Walk

The ‘Wild West early morning Wetland Circular’

‘L’amour Le Mourier’. Le Mourier Valley and coastal headlands

As buds begin to burst and birds open their springtime ‘twitter accounts’, why not join us on our ‘up with the lark and to bed with a blackbird’ guided walks. Under the watchful eye and sensitive ear of the National Trust’s Mike Stentiford MBE.

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Thursdays 16th, 23rd & 30th April, 7th May / 6pm - 8pm

Blockhouse Blockbusters kindly sponsored by Jersey TourismExactly 70 years after the Liberation of Jersey, what better location can there be to view some cinematic highlights of the Occupation than our unique bunker theatre.

National Trust for Jersey Wetland Centre Bring a jumper! £10 including a glass of wine 483193 - Book and pay in advance

Sunday 26th / 2pm

Strongpoint PlémontMatthew Costard, Vice-President of the Channel Islands Occupation Society (Jersey), will be leading a guided walk around the German fortifications of Strongpoint Plémont.

Meeting point given at time of booking Duration: 2hrs FREE - Trust Members, £5 Non-Members*

Sunday 10th / 2pm

Make Tea not War with Bob Le SueurTake a vintage coach tour visiting a number of National Trust sites with Bob Le Sueur. Hear his anecdotes on ‘The Lighter Side of Life during the Occupation’. Finishing with a sumptuous afternoon tea at Grève de Lecq Barracks.

Meeting point given at time of booking Look your stylish best – wear wartime hats £20 483193 - Booking essential

19th, 21st & 27th / 10.30am

The Colour PurpleA guided walk with the National Trust’s Mike Stentiford MBE to Le Noir Pré and the Wetland Centre.

Car park opposite Kempt Tower Duration: 2hrs

Thu 21st - Fri 22nd / 10am - 4pm

Glorious Georgian Gastronomy kindly sponsored by Jersey Tourism

As Part of the Jersey Food Festival visit 16 New Street where the cook will be preparing sweet and savoury creations of the 18th century table.

16 New Street FREE - Trust Members, £5 Non-Members*

Sunday 24th / 2pm - 4pm

Orchid Field (Le Noir Pré) Open Afternoon

Be the first to see a cresendo of colour at Le Noir Pré, our orchid meadows. Learn about the flowers with expert botanist Tina Hull, discover how to photograph them, and keep the children entertained with Bug Safaris with a National Trust Ranger.

Le Chemin de L’Ouziere, St Ouen’s Bay FREE entry - Donations Welcome

Saturday 30th / 2pm

Roses, Butterflies & OrchidsWalk amongst the wild flowers, reptiles and insects that thrive in the reserves of La Mare au Seigneur and La Mielle de Morville and revel in the beauty that is the gem of the west.

Meeting point given at time of booking Duration: 2.5hrs FREE - Trust Members, £5 Non-Members*

Friday 5th June / 10am - 1pm

Coffee for our CoastlineFancy a cuppa? You are invited to a fundraising coffee morning in aid of the National Trust Coastline Campaign. There will be tea, coffee and cake for all, along with musical entertainment, raffle prizes and extra surprises on the day.

Blampied Farm, Rue de la Scelleterie, St Lawrence (signposted on the day)

Saturday 13th / 2.30pm

The Beez Kneez Taster Session Enter the magical world of the honey bee and learn how long it takes them to produce a spoonful of honey. Discover how the ancient craft of beekeeping plays an important part in world food production and what the world would be like without the honey bee.

The Elms Pressoir and Orchard £10 Trust Members, £15 Non-Members* 483193 - Booking essential

Thursday 18th / 7pm - 10pm

Waterloo Bi-Centenary Dinner at 16 New StreetAntiques expert Peter Le Rossignol hosts this gastronomic celebration of the event that brought the Napoleonic Wars to their conclusion, ending the political and military career of Napoleon Bonaparte.

16 New Street £99 per person - 3 course meal, including wine 483193 - Book and pay in advance

MAY

JUNE

Dawn Chorus – Shhhhhhh!

As buds begin to burst and birds open their springtime ‘twitter

accounts’, why not join us on our ‘up with the lark and to bed with a blackbird’ guided walks. Under the watchful eye and sensitive

ear of the National Trust’s Mike Stentiford MBE.

Greet the morning on ‘The Forgotten Forest Amble’ at Val de la Mare reservoir.

Sunday 26th April

Val de la Mare Reservoir Car park

Duration 1 hour FREE - Trust Members £5 Non-Members*

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Stride through the wild grasses of Le Noir Pré to our secret hideaway beside St Ouen’s pond to discover and learn about the abundance of invertebrates hiding in this unspoilt habitat.

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Monday 27th Tuesday 28th Thursday 30th

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Monday 10th Tuesday 11th Thursday 13th Monday 24th Tuesday 25th Wednesday 26th Thursday 27th

TRUST MEMBERS

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SESSIONS LAST APPROXIMATELY 2 HOURS

JULY

Mon 27th / 9amTue 28th / 10amWed 29th / 11am Fri 31st / 1pm

EXPLOREDISCOVER HAVE FUN

SESSIONS LAST APPROXIMATELY 2 HOURS

BRING WITH YOU

Given at time of booking Suitable for children 4-11yrs old and unsuitable buggies

CHILDREN MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT

Splash through the rock pools at low-tide

to discover ginormous shore crabs, tiny spider crabs, colourful anenomes and beautiful starfish. Learn to look

at this familiar environment in a new way and discover

creatures you have never seen before!

Mon 10th / 9amTue 11th / 10amWed 12th / 11am Wed 26th / 9.30amThu 27th / 10.30amFri 28th / 11.30am

AUGUST

Suitable for children 4 -11 years old. Unsuitable for buggies.

WEAR LONG TROUSERS AND CLOSED SHOES.

FREE - Trust Members, £5 Per Child Non-Members* 483193 - Booking essential

AUGUST

Saturday 20th / 2pm

Highs and LowsWalk the high country and lowlands of St Ouen and experience the wild and secret places that help make this parish such a special place to explore.

Car park opposite Kempt Tower Duration: 3hrs FREE - Trust Members, £5 Non-Members*

Saturday 4th / 2pm

Wade the Oregan TrailTake a walk back in time and tide in the East of the Island, nothing is as it seems in this world of water and stone.

Meeting point given at time of booking Duration: 3hrs FREE - Trust Members, £5 Non-Members*

Saturday 11th / 10am - 12.30pm

Vikings, Mills and Bunkers WalkJoin Jean Treleven for a journey around the mills and bunkers of rural St Lawrence and St Peter, with a chance to consider some of the Island's Norse place names. The walk includes a very steep hill. There will be the opportunity to visit Quétivel Mill.

Mill Pond, St Peter’s Valley Duration: 2.5hrs FREE - Trust Members, £5 Non-Members*

Saturday 25th / 2.30pm

The Tea PartyCome enjoy a cream tea at Grève de Lecq Barracks, with scones and tea and a fabulous raffle in a unique setting.

Room 4 Grève de Lecq Barracks

FREE parking - public car park. Few spaces for limited mobility

£6 per person. All proceeds go towards maintaining Plémont Forever and for Everyone.

SUNSET CONCERTS5.30PM - 9.30PMTwo evenings of live music in the beautiful setting of The National Trust

for Jersey’s natural amphitheatre at Grantez,

overlooking St Ouen’s Bay. The concerts have

grown in popularity year on year as friends and

family come along with a picnic and enjoy a fun

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Water WorldThe water world of Coup Isi lies on the outer reaches of the Violet Bank beyond Seymour Tower. This is a magical place of mini monsters and hidden worlds for you to discover.

Meeting point given at time of booking Duration: 3hrs FREE - Trust Members, £5 Non-Members*

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Traditional Skills

North Coast - Plémont

Sunday 11th / 10am

Restoration Progress

Plémont revisited is an opportunity to walk the freshly landscaped former Holiday Camp site. Learn about the work being carried out by the National Trust to restore the site to nature and get to know the new pathways and viewing areas.

Les Landes car park (sign posted on the day) / Duration: 3hrs FREE - Trust Members, £5 Non-Members*

8th 9th & 10th / 7pm - 8.30pm

Twilight Tunes by CandlelightShowcasing Jersey’s rich musical talent over three evenings in the pleasant atmosphere of the gently illuminated 19th century Club Room.

16 New Street £10 including a glass of wine483193 - Book and pay in advance

Saturday 12th / 2pm

Hidden WaysMeander through the hidden lanes, bridle paths and wooded valleys of St Martin from Forge to Ford and back again.

Car park opposite St Martin's School Duration: 3hrs FREE - Trust Members £5 Non-Members*

Saturday 26th / 10am - 4pm

Open Milling DayCome along to the only working water mill in Jersey to view the milling process. Meet the Miller, buy freshly ground flour and visit our shop for gifts and refreshments. For full details visit our website www.nationaltrust.je

Le Moulin de Quétivel, Mont Fallu, St Peter’s Valley FREE under 10s and Trust Members, £3 Non-Members*

SEPTEMBER

Sunday 4th / 11am - 4pm

Bonkers for ConkersFollowing Guernsey's lead, The National Trust for Jersey is holding its first conker championship! Tear the kids away from their iPads and teach them how to play the good old-fashioned way. With a trophy for the victorious ‘conquerer’ and a variety of nostalgic games and activities, this is sure to be a fun trip down memory lane for all the family.

Location TBC. Visit www.nationaltrust.je closer to the time

Conkers for the main competition will be supplied on the day. Free Entry

Suitable for all ages

1st, 8th, 15th, 22th / 1.15pm - 1.45pm

Living CraftsmenDiscover the wealth of interesting and unusual crafts practised by members of the Island community in this series of lunchtime talks/ demonstrations.

16 New Street FREE - Trust Members, £5 Non-Members*483193 - Book and pay in advance

OCTOBER

Saturday 17th / 10am

Mushrooms for the PotJoin Andrea Simoncelli for a guided walk on National Trust land to identify edible mushrooms. Walkers will gain a true appreciation of the fungi world, regardless of their ‘pot’ potential, the colours, forms, shapes and quirks that species display.

Meeting point given at time of booking Duration: 2hrs. Bring basket & pen knife 483193 - Booking essential

Wednesday 28th - Saturday 31st / 6pm

Tales of the UnexpectedPrepare yourself for a feast of screams as your ghost host leads you along the dark paths of Jersey’s supernatural past, through tales that will freeze your blood and shatter your nerves. You have been warned!

Quétivel Mill Pond car park, St Peter’s Valley (Uneven terrain) £10 for adults, £5 for children 483193 - Book and pay in advance

Thursday 22nd October Apple Peeling - from 2pm to 5pm

Friday 23rd October Peeling will start again at 10am until late. Stirring will commence mid-morning on Friday, continuing until Saturday lunch time. In the evening there will

be food and entertainment for all the volunteers.

Saturday 24th October Market day - from 10am to 4pm, pumpkin carving, music and most importantly jar filling and then buying your hot fresh Black Butter.

Come along and get involved with our annual Black Butter making event, it’s a real community affair with all ages welcome and it’s free!

The Elms, St Mary / To volunteer to stir, peel or jar up, or alternatively bake a cake or make a bean crock for Friday evening, please call Karen Evans on 483193 / FREE

THUR 22ND - SAT 24TH OCTOBER

BLACK BUTTER MAKING

AT THE ELMS

As the seasons change, come and walk through crunchy leaves and squelchy mud in the beautiful setting of Hamptonne Woods. With brand new activities for autumn 2015, children will experience the season in a fun and educational way.

Wednesday 28th October Thursday 29th October Friday 30th October

Given at time of booking

Suitable for ages 4 -11 years old. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Please wear long trousers and closed shoes that you do not mind getting muddy. Unsuitable for buggies.

FREE - Trust Members, £5 Non-Members* 483193 - Booking essential

WOODLAND WANDERS

10AM & 2PM APPROX. 2HRS

1918 * Become a member today www.nationaltrust.je/registration

16 New Street £4 for children to meet Father Christmas and receive a gift to take home

TRADITIONAL CHRISTMAS

CELEBRATION

Be enthralled by the magic of Christmas past as you are drawn into the palpable atmosphere of this festively adorned Regency building.

Father Christmas welcomes you into his apartment to share tales of the Yuletide yesteryear, and receive a special

gift all of your own.

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10AM - 5PM

Wednesdays: 4th, 11th, 18th & 25th / 7pm - 9pm

Films by the FiresideLet the cares of the day fall away as you are drawn into the enchanting tale of a fine period drama.

16 New Street £10 including a glass of wine483193 - Book and pay in advance

Tuesdays: 3rd, 10th, 17th & 24th / 1.15pm - 1.45pm

Nature comes to New Street Environmental Talks Have you ever wanted to find out more about our local wildlife, but find you never quite have the time? Then join our Rangers and local experts who can tell you what you can find, and how you too can help protect our diverse environment.

16 New Street Please feel free to bring your lunch Seats limited - first come first served £5 per person

Saturday 7th / 10am

Birds On The Edge Autumn WalkJoin the Birds On The Edge Project Officer for a walk through coastal habitats being restored back to nature to help our endangered birds, flowers, insects and reptiles.

Devil’s Hole upper car park Duration: 2hrs approximately No booking needed, just turn up

Retiring collection for Birds On The Edge

Monday 30th / 7pm - 9pm

Never Felt Better! with Gina Rive

Learn to create your own needle felt Christmas decoration in this fun taster session. You will make a Christmas decoration to take home and go away with a head full of ideas. All equipment is included along with Christmassy refreshments!

Room 4, Grève de Lecq Barracks £20

Thursdays: Nov 26th - Dec 17th / 4 - 8pm

Late Night ShoppingLose yourself in the National Trust shop, laden with imaginative and beautiful gifts, as you are served seasonal refreshments.

16 New Street Museum also open FREE entry to shop

Tuesdays 1, 8, 15 December / 6-7.30pm

Candlelit Tours of 16 New StreetGet into the real spirit of Christmas by immersing yourself in the magical feel of this glorious Regency property, brought to life by costumed actors. Enjoy seasonal refreshments by the fireside afterwards.

16 New Street £10483193 - Booking essential

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Grève de Lecq Barracks

The Officers’ Quarters offer a unique opportunity to experience living in a 19th century barracks situated on Jersey’s beautiful north coast. Located at Grève de Lecq, the accommodation has a sea view and is within two minutes walking distance of a golden sandy beach, stunning north coastal walks, and a number of local pubs and excellent beach cafés.

Handsomely refurbished by The National Trust for Jersey in 2000, this high quality, centrally heated accommodation has been carefully created within the Officers’ Quarters, whilst still retaining the historic fabric, including features such as the original fireplaces. There is spacious and modern accommodation for up to six people.

During the summer season, the rest of the Barracks is open to the public, with special events being held on a very occasional basis during the evening.

Le Câtel FortHistory greets you at every turn in this 18th century guardhouse, situated high on the eastern cliffs that dominate Grève de Lecq Bay.Although it was initially built to protect the Island from invasion, it has now become the perfect spot for a peaceful and tranquil break. Surrounded by stunning views and a refreshing sea breeze, this site is an ideal base for beach activities, exploring Grève de Lecq Bay, or just relaxing around a BBQ with friends and family.

With a grassy front lawn, stunning views and a beautiful heritage building to enjoy, Le Câtel Fort is a picture perfect location to enjoy a short break with friends and family.

Le Don HiltonKnown colloquially as the ‘White House’ due to its distinctive whitewashed exterior, this 18th century building was used as a powder magazine up until the end of the Napoleonic wars.After the wars, with no further need to defend the Island, the property was converted into a simple cottage. Today its basic facilities perfectly lend itself to use as a stone tent in one of the most beautiful coastal locations on the Island. An ideal venue to get away from it all.

Despite the simplicity of this accommodation, the location of the building, as well as its attractive and quirky facade, makes it a superb and exciting place to stay for a few days.

HOLIDAY COTTAGES HISTORIC VENUES HISTORIC VENUES

Weekly hire fees range from £800 up to £1,300 during peak season. Children are very welcome, but unfortunately no pets are allowed.

For further details please call Macole’s 488121 or Freedom Holidays 725259.

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STAYWITH US

A weekend break in one of our historic buildings offers an

opportunity to getaway from it all. Whether you are seeking a romantic get away, a peaceful

beach stay or to celebrate a family occasion, then a National Trust for Jersey

short-term let could be the perfect choice for you.

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Would you like to discover more about The National Trust for Jersey and be the first to hear about our news and events? Then why not

become a member and enjoy these benefits and more.

• Access to over 300 houses and gardens owned by The National Trust in the British Isles

• A range of events throughout the year including Sunset Concerts, Black Butter Making and CI Heritage Festival events

• Exclusive discounts for members

• Free regular guided walks and talks

• Free educational programmes such as Rock Pool Rambles, Bug Safaris and Woodland Wanders

• Reduced rates for the hire of Trust properties

• Free entry to Le Moulin de Quétivel, Grève de Lecq Barracks, 16 New Street and Hamptonne Country Life Museum

• The National Trust Conservation Volunteers and community projects

• Free handbook worth £15.00

1 Listen to stories and be creative in the great outdoors with Tots’ Tales

2 Squelch in the mud on a Woodland Wander

3 Hunt for clues then meet the Easter Bunny and receive your chocolate egg at Le Moulin de Quétivel

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4 Journey back in time and Learn how to be ladies and gentlemen at 16 New Street

5 Come face to face with an awesome wasp spider on a Bug Safari

6 Uncover amazing creatures on a Rockpool Ramble

7 Hire an activity backpack bursting with fun and games for the Wetland Centre

8 Get ready to battle your opponent at ‘Bonkers for Conkers’

9 Tinkle the ivories at 16 New Street

10 Visit 16 New Street to meet the REAL Father Christmas and receive a gift (only if you have been good!)

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Father Christmas

Be a Wild Child

Easter Bunny

Woodland Wander

Wasp Spider

16 New Street

Bonkers for Conkers

VAL DE LA MARE & queen’s valley RESERVOIRsSurrounded by beautiful scenery, Val de la Mare and Queen’s Valley Reservoirs are both open for your enjoyment 365 days a year.

Home to many species of birds, wildlife and rich greenery, the reservoirs are perfect for long, leisurely walks or running whilst you take in the spectacular views.

You can find out more about Val de la Mare and Queen’s Valley Reservoirs, including walking routes, freshwater fishing and birdwatching on our website.

jerseywater.je/leisure

fresh air.charming countryside.spectacular views.

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