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WALKING

Whether it’s a ‘moonwalk’ to one of our coastal towers or an informative insight into island history, tours happen on either specific dates, regular days or on demand. if you’d like to join, cross reference the guide initials ( JWA) and get in touch with the guides by the method listed!

BN Brian Nibbs +44 (0) 7797 717604 facebook.com/HMHiistory

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JA Jersey Adventures +44 (0) 7797 727503 jerseyadventures.com

JWA Jersey Walk Adventures +44 (0) 7797 853033 jerseywalkadventures.co.uk

MC MC Guiding +44 (0) 7797 966303 jersey.com

MW Martin Walton +44 (0) 1534 853639 jtya.org

SUE Sue Jersey Tour Guide +44 (0) 07797 817860 suejerseytourguide.com

9 JUL / 9 AUG Times vary by tide

Moonlight Walk to Seymour Tower JWA 2-3 hrs

Leave the lights of Jersey behind us and stroll beneath the rays of the moon. Enter this unique nighttime intertidal world accompanied by two experienced local guides to discover its history and marine life as we walk one mile offshore to Seymour Tower. A nighttime walk to Seymour Tower is a remarkable experience!

01, 29 JUL / 04, 31 AUG Times vary by tide

Seaweed Foraging - Wild Vegetables of The Ocean JWA 2-3 hrs

Green, brown, delicate, bold and sometimes smelly, seaweeds often remain unnoticed. They are, however, an essential ingredient in sushi, miso soup, jellies, and sweets. Discover their value on a gentle coastal walk with an expert local resident. Times vary by tide

14, 15 AUG Times vary by tide

Seabed Walk to Icho Tower JWA

Discover a marine world that is hidden beneath the ocean and only appears on the lowest tides of the year as we walk one mile from shore to Icho Tower. Venture into Jersey’s very own wilderness, which is covered by some of the highest tides in the world, on a marine exploration with a local trained guide. Also called “Moonwalks”, our walks are in the daytime, and the seabed is more than just a barren lunar-like landscape.

31 JUL / 28 AUG Times vary by tide

Family Walk on the Seabed to Seymour Tower JWA 2-3 hrs

A fun daytime ‘moonwalk’ on the seabed, as you ramble towards Seymour Tower (one mile offshore) with an expert local guide. You will wade through gullies and rock pools to observe tiny beasts and lots of amazing marine life. Don’t forget a bag as we always find pretty shells. You’ll be on a discovery tour in a seaweed jungle and marine mini-zoo – so expect to get your feet wet!

13 JUL / 24 AUG

Guided Walk - St Helier: Capital & Character SUE 10:30-12:30 1-2 hrs

During the two hour tour, your local guide Sue will take you on a journey through the streets of St. Helier to give you an insight into the character of this beautiful island. Steeped in history from the marshy sand basin of prehistoric time that later became St. Helier, to the emergence of the modern town.

9 JUL / 13 AUG Wilderness Living and Cooking JA 10:00-12:30 2-3 hrs

Develop your bushcrafting to a new level with Harry and Simon, our resident Ray Mears accredited wilderness guides. We have six unique foraging and wilderness cooking sessions at various island locations (advised on booking) throughout the 2022 season.

24, 25 JUL / 23, 24 AUG Times vary by tide

Bioluminescence on The Beach JWA 1-2 hrs

As night descends and the ocean recedes, star-like shapes of luminous green begin to twinkle and sparkle in a few unique spots at low tide. Experience the uniqueness of bioluminescent creatures and other marine life on this “moonwalk” across the seabed. Visit our site to book online.

27 JUL / 31 AUG

Parish Walks SUE 10:30-12:30 2-3 hrs

Every month, Sue will leading guided walks through different Parishes across the island. You will be explore the winding pathways and byways to discover the different personality behind each parish that make up Jersey. Find out more information on these walks through the website.

SCHEDULED TOURS: WALKING

05, 14, 15 , 19, 28 JUL, 03, 11, 18, 26, 29 AUG Times vary by tide

Seabed Walk to Seymour Tower JWA

Walk on the seabed and explore gullies and rock pools as you walk to Seymour Tower (one mile offshore) and discover Jersey’s very own wilderness with expert local guides. Walk in Europe’s largest inter tidal rocky area during our ‘Moonwalks’ as you discover the lunar-like rock formations. Escape from the sounds and activities of everyday life as you explore a place that is neither sea nor land.

5, 12, 19, 26 JUL / 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 AUG

A Harbourmaster’s History of St. Helier Harbour BN 10:30-12:30 1-2 hrs

Bronze Badge Guide and former Harbourmaster, Capt. Brian Nibbs will lead you on a maritime adventure as you learn about the historical developments and nautical traditions across the island - with the occasional maritime anecdote! No two walks are the same and a warm welcome awaits you on this informal stroll with a seafaring flavour. The tour will also explore some of the lesser-known areas of the harbour.

9 JUL / 13 AUG

Wilderness Living and Cooking JA 10:00-12:30 2-3 hrs

Develop your bushcrafting to a new level with Harry and Simon, our resident Ray Mears accredited wilderness guides. We have six unique foraging and wilderness cooking sessions at various island locations (advised on booking) throughout the 2022 season.

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Enter a world where the ocean disappears to the horizon and we are all visitors. Explore rock pools on a guided walk into Europe’s largest rocky inter-tidal zone. Walks to Seymour Tower are also called “moonwalks”. Discover Jersey’s wilderness with local guides who have explored this wonderful coast for many years.

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3, 10, 17, 24, 31 JUL

St. Helier; Occupation to Liberation MW 10:30-13:30 2-3 hrs

You will be led on an adventure through time with Blue Badge Guide, Martin Walton. Jersey was occupied by the Germans throughout WW2, and you will visit sites around St. Helier’s Harbour with poignant reminders of events from both the Occupation and Liberation of the island.

4, 11, 18, 25 JUL

German Occupation Coastal Trail

MW 10:45-12:45 1-2 hrs

Against a background of spectacular coastal scenery, walk around Jersey’s dry land battleship, Battery Lothringen. Hear about occasions when the battery was in action. Conclude with a guided visit inside the restored underground armoured Command Bunker, with it’s two storey exhibition, bringing back how life was in those dramatic occupation days.

28 JUL / 15 AUG

When St. Helier Changed Forever MC 10:30-12:15 1-2 hrs

Bronze Badge Guide, Melanie will lead you on an easy walk around the St. Helier harbour and Esplanade area and explain the staggering developments that took place in the 1800s to transform the area from sand dunes into a vibrant commercial centre including the arrival of the since long gone railway.

11, 18, 25 JUL, 8, 12, 26 AUG

St. Helier Comes Alive MC 11:30-12:30 1-2 hrs

Bronze Badge Guide, Melanie will lead you on a revealing walk through central St. Helier and uncover intriguing facts and stories about some of the amazing people and buildings that have left their mark on the town.

8, 22 JUL / 7, 16, 22 AUG

A Seafront of a Bygone Era

MC 10:30-12:15 1-2 hrs

Once a quiet outskirt of St. Helier, the Havre des Pas seafront saw dramatic changes in the 19th and early 20th centuries. On this pleasant walk you will see evidence of the changes and hear about some of the historic characters connected to the area and visit the beautiful Howard Davis Park.

12, 24 JUL / 5, 11, 23 AUG

Trades, Trains and Occupation MC 14:15-15:45 1-2 hrs

Join this enjoyable stroll along the seafront of Gorey and through the picturesque Gorey village as guide Melanie tells how the once dilapidated harbour of 1815 went on to become the thriving centre for fishing; commerce and tourism on the island. Hear too of the radical effects of the Occupation of WW2 in this iconic area of the island.

Every Thursday

St. Helier Town Walks with JTGA various 10:30-12:30 1-2 hrs

Come and explore Jersey’s capital with a free guided walk around St. Helier every Thursday. The walk begins and ends at the Town Hall and will run for around two hours. Discover the island’s secrets as you are led by members of the Jersey Tourist Guides Association who will introduce walkers to the varied and fascinating aspects of on offer.

ON DEMAND TOURS