The Channel Island of Jersey is well-known for it's gorgeous beaches and sunny weather,
so in this video we're going to show you the very
best of Jersey's beaches starting here at Greve de Lecq.
It's coarse golden sand, easy access and great facilities make
Grève, as it's known by locals, the most popular beach on Jersey’s north coast.
The tide here never goes too far out but the water does get deep quickly and the waves
can be powerful so the RNLI lifeguards patrol here during the summer months.
There are two cafes in the bay as well as a kiosk on the beach. Public toilets
are right on the beach front and there's a large carpark which rarely gets full,
you can also get here on the number 9 Liberty Bus.
Archirondel is a small, but perfectly formed pebble beach tucked away down a
little lane in the north-eastern corner of the island. The bay faces East,
making it stunning at sunrise.
One of the most recognisable aspects of Archirondel is the Martello Tower.
Originally built for artillery soldiers it's been refurbished into holiday accommodation.
Just off the beach is the Driftwood Café and there's a small car park and toilets.
Heading South around the coast the next bay you come to is Anne Port,
another pebble beach popular in the early mornings for those heading into the water.
At the southern end of the bay is a rock face known as Geoffrey’s
Leap where legend has it criminals were executed by being thrown into the sea.
There's very limited parking on the roadside at Anne port and no cafe,
which means there is often not many people here, although there are public toilets.
Officially named the Royal Bay of Grouville by Queen Victoria this wide, sandy beach is
more commonly known by locals as ‘Longbeach’. With Mont Orgueil Castle standing guard over
the Northern end it runs down the east coast of Jersey, alongside the Royal Jersey Golf Club.
Easy access and shallow water making this beach great for swimming although at low tide
there can be a long walk to the sea due to large tides and there are no lifeguards at this beach.
In the summer you can take boat rides and rent sports equipment at Gorey Watersports Centre.
There's a big, free carpark here as well as public & disabled toilets and
the area's served by several regular bus routes.
At the Western end of the south coast is Portelet bay. With golden sands and clear shallow waters
perfect for swimming and snorkelling. Portelet isn't easily accessible,
but the adventurous are rewarded with amazing views!
The bay’s most recognisable feature is the circular tower called “Janvrin’s Tomb” where
a local sea captain who returned with his ship carrying the plague
is laid to rest.
There are no public toilets on the beach itself but in the summer months Portelet
Bay Café serves excellent wood-fired pizza as well as seasonal fresh
fish and patrons can access the facilities there.
There's a public car park on the top of the cliff
and visitors travelling by bus can catch the route 12a.
Often mispronounced, Ouaisne beach is accessed down a steep, narrow lane.
It's a sheltered beach where you can sunbathe and swim safely although there are no lifeguards.
There's a large public car park and toilets at Ouaisne, but unfortunately
no direct bus access. Kismet Cabana beach kiosk offers breakfasts, lunches and weekend dinners.
Ouaisne has historic links with smuggling and the pub in the bay is
called the “Old Smugglers Inn”. There's also a Martello tower in the middle of the bay.
The island’s most recognisable and popular beach, with its white sand, safe, clear waters
and palm-fringed promenade, it was voted in the top three best UK beaches by TripAdvisor users.
Its shallow waters make this beach the ideal place for swimming and water-sports
and lifeguards patrol here in the summer months too.
There's lots of options for food in the bay, from the world’s only
sea-view Pizza Express to fine dining, or a simple sandwich.
There are a number of car parks and lots of public toilet available along the bay. Bus routes
12a and 14 serve St. Brelades, and in the summer months Liberty bus also operates the beach bus.
Beauport Bay is hidden just around the headland to the West of busy St.
Brelade’s but once you're there, it feels like a whole world away.
Getting there is an adventure in itself down a steep pathway and steps from the small car
park at the top but the climb down (and back up again afterwards) is definitely worth it.
A strip of golden sand backs onto a pebble bank and the area directly behind the beach is a nature
reserve. The turquoise water here is calm, perfect for swimming and a popular anchor spot for boats.
There's no public transport to Beauport, no lifeguards on patrol and there are no
toilet or catering facilities here but we think that all adds to the charm.
St. Ouen’s Bay is the longest beach in Jersey and spans almost the entire west coast. With miles of
clean white sand there's plenty of space for everyone and the rolling waves of the Atlantic
Ocean make this the best spot for surfing in Jersey. St. Ouen’s Bay even boasts one of
the oldest surfing clubs in Europe, but visitors should note that there's a strong rip here and you
should only swim between he red and yellow flags which signify the area patrolled by lifeguards.
There are loads of choices for food along this beach and pretty
much all of them are good, so take your pick! There's also plenty of parking,
although the car-parks and road sides are packed on a hot summer weekend. Public Toilets can
be found at several points along the bay and Bus routes 22 and x22 serve St. Ouen.
With its westerly aspect St. Ouen's is the place to be at sunset so why not
fire up a BBQ and relax while the sky turns golden over Corbiere lighthouse and La Rocco Tower.
And finally, one of island’s most dramatic secluded beaches. Plémont, in the north west
corner of the Island, is shouldered either side by high cliffs which house the island’s
largest caves. The golden sand and clean clear rock pools are hidden entirely by the
sea at high tide. There's only a small window of opportunity to enjoy this beautiful beach before
the sea returns, so it's always worth checking the tide times before you go.
The beach is accessed by a long stone and wooden staircase leading down from the beach
cafe which has spectacular views of the landscape.
Lifeguards patrol the beach from mid May to mid September,
there's a small public car park and toilets beside the beach café, and a larger car park
on the nearby cliff top. Visitors travelling by bus can reach Plemont via route number 8.
Well we hope you enjoyed that whistle-stop tour of some of the best beaches in Jersey. Which is
your favourite and did we miss one? If you think we did, please let us know in the comments.
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