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The Brittons never ever had one, I mean a 1 pound bank note.......so in Jersey they are very proud having one!In the UK there is only a 1 pound COIN.Here you see a photo of a one pound banknote, which Leo (Globerover) was so kind as to send me after having read and kindly commented on my Jersey page.He is right: now it is complete!!Vielen Dank, Leo !
Most people know that Jersey is free from UK taxes so things can be be more affordable as there is no 15% vat element to pay. The Island has many wealthy patrons living here, my travel guide said that newcomers to the Island are closely vetted although this info may be outdated.Jersey has its own currency even though all places accept UK sterling you may be given change in Jersey pounds, these notes will not be accepted in the uk. You can change your Jersey notes at the postal exchange at the airport but they will only offer exchange for GBP5 and over. They still use the one pound note so your wallet may feel fatter then usual. Many places will be able to give you back UK sterling notes if you ask them.
In the fall the Jersey farmers collect seaweed from the high water mark to use on the land as fertiliser. The seaweed rots into the earth, and is then ploughed in. They say it gives the unique Jersey Royal New potatoes its favour!.
Here in Jersey we call them ormers and know full well that these much sought-after shellfish are one of the finest culinary treats the seas have to offer. During the months with an R in them, and inconveniently only on a very low tide can one find the Ormer. Catching them with diving gear of any sort is prohibited, so ormering involves a long trek down the shore, a scramble over weed-covered reefs and a careful search of every nook and cranny where your quarry might be lurking.The search also involves turning over a great many rocks - which should of course be turned back to protect the many unwanted creatures which also seek refuge beneath them.In spite of cold water, cold winds, scratched and bruised hands and sometimes meagre returns, many Islanders go ormering for pleasure as well as to search for a feed. If, however, the pastime were a feature of penal servitude with hard labour, it...
When I have travelled far and wide, and I mention that I am from Jersey... People often link the name to the Cow, New Jersey or even the Jumper/Pullover. Jersey has been associated with knitting for nearly 400 years. In the 16th century many articles of knitted apparel were exported from Jersey to England and France. The principle knitted articles of this time were stockings and men's waistcoats. Although Island farmers no longer rear sheep for wool, the traditional fisherman's 'Jersey' is still manufactured.The Jersey is normally coloured Blue, but the people of St Ouen prefer to have a natural Grey, hence thay are called 'Grey Bellies'.
This is where an ancient Island tradition, the branchage, enters the picture.At its best, this twice-yearly operation involves the careful trimming back of luxuriant late spring and summertime growth to leave roadside margins looking smooth and manicured.As well as preventing foliage from spilling over into public thoroughfares, the branchage makes junctions safer by clearing the view of drivers pausing at yellow lines or turning off major roads into minor ones.Later In the summer months of July or September is likely to see an earnest group of men in each parish solemnly measuring the height from the ground of any overhanging branches. The group consists of the Parish Constable, Centeniers, Vingteniers, Road's Committee and Road Inspectors and they will be checking to see that no branch is nearer a footpath than eight feet (2.4 m) and no nearer a road than 12 feet (3.6 m). This...
There are 13 Police forces in Jersey! 12 local forces have power within their own areas (parish) and one paid federal uniformed 'States of Jersey' Police Force. The Honorary Police Force have, for centuries, been elected by parishioners to assist the Connétable (Mayor) of the Parish to maintain law and order. Officers are elected as Centeniers(inspectors), Vingteniers(sargents) or Constable's Officers each with various duties and responsibilities. The Honorary Police had provided the only law enforcement prior to the appointment of paid Police officers, first for the Parish of St Helier in 1853 and later to serve the whole Island. However, the Honorary Police still provide an essential and very valuable service to the Parish and community in which they live. The Honorary Police have no uniform and sometimes all they wear is a metal lapel badge!!!
Jersey people are sometimes referred to as 'crapauds' (toads) by residents of our sister island, Guernsey. How did we get this less than flattering name? The legend goes like this:When St. Patrick arrived in Jersey he was unfortunately pelted with stones and insulted. On his arrival in our smaller, sister island of Guernsey, however, he received a very warm welcome from its in habitants. He liked Guernsey very much and decided he would lay claim to it. St. George was also in Guernsey at the time, and he, too had decided to lay claim to the island. Rather than argue the wise saints decided that neither would have it, but before they left they would bestow gifts on the hospitable islanders.St. George was standing by a small stream and he decided to bless the waters of the stream so that they had the power to heal.St. Patrick gathered all the nasty creatures that inhabited Guernsey at the...
The changes in the island’s marriage laws mean that it is much easier for couples to marry in Jersey. Wedding applications can be made by post and once the paperwork is completed you need only to arrive three working days before the planned wedding date to complete formalities and collect the marriage licence.Even if you arrive without having made a postal application you can get married just ten days after presenting all your documentation to the Superintendent Registrar.
In the colourful stands on central market in St. Helier one can find all products grown in Jersey itself.The graceful, decorative Marketbuilding you can find at the crossroads Beresford straat and Halkett Place.The roof is made of glass which roof is supported by colourfully decorated iron pilars (cast iron) and in the centre is a wonderful fountain with lots of plants around it: a most lovely place for plants....There is also a pond with goldfish.Nearby in Berefordstraat one can admire all sea fruit that has just brought in by the fishermen, which for me is always attractive for photographs....Such a market place I also found in DRESDEN (GERMANY) and in LILLE (FRANCE).....see my pages, if you feel like it!!I would be pleased.....Lots of wonderful TRAVELOGUES, ONCE THE VERY HEART OF VT PAGES......
Stafford Hotel Saint Helier
1 Review and 38 Opinions My girlfriend and I spent 1 night at the 2* Stafford Hotel during our weekend visit to Jersey in...
L'Horizon Hotel & Spa Saint Aubin
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Havelock Guest House Saint Helier
1 Review and 20 Opinions In a great position right on the seafront, close to a beach and pier, and a five minute walk from...
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Q: We are planning a trip to Jersey in October (probably staying at Merton) and plan on staying for a week. Is that two long with...
A: Hi, Plenty to do on the island with Jersey Zoo, German hospital and lots of forts to explore. For day trips, the easiest is Guernsey and Sark. You also have trips to...
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