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Elizabeth Castle

Esplanade, St Helier JE2 3QA, Jersey
4.6(878)
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4.6
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5.0
2y

We walked out at low tide, along the exposed concrete path. There is a vehicle if required (at a cost). There are a lot of steps around the castle, so consider that when wanting to explore many nooks and crannies, if you have a pushchair or wheelchair. We were greeted by a very informative volunteer guide, Juliette, who took gave us very interesting facts to ponder over. The history is fascinating, covering many centuries, starting with Saint Helier and where he lived, alone, beyond the rocks that became the foundations of Queen Elizabeth the 1st Castle. The German occupation then changed the castles appearance again and many of the gun turrets and bunkers are preserved.

Once the tour was over, ending at the highest point of the castle, we could hear the voice of Charles (The Musket Soldier) on the parade ground, giving his orders and sharing his history. What a very entertaining gentleman.

I caught up with him later having decided to walk out to where the Monk had lived, on the opposite side of the Castle. Steps lead down to the unused harbour that leads to his tiny home (up very steep steps) Beyond is a square building where once the detinators to the sea mines which were housed by the Germans.

On returning to the Castle Sgt Charles fired his Musket, formed a mini army and marched them off to a canon. He showed everyone the process of preparing the canon and then fired it. The children and adults loved the banter of this excellent guide dressed in his smart uniform.

There is a cafe for lunch with tables outside, accessable loos and a lovely flower garden to sit in (up steps).

There is a green where you could take a picnic over, and sit and enjoy.

We were there about 4 hours, cherishing every moment before the tide changed. You can stay as long or as little as you like.

Excellent Day and...

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5.0
1y

Visiting this Castle 🏰 is a must do on the island of Jersey 🇯🇪. The ticket booth is just a short walk from St Helier town centre on the West Bound coast road (A2). If you are arriving by car, parking is on the same side just past the ticket booth. If you follow a ‘Sat Nav’, it will send you into the port so be aware. To reach the castle entrance there are two options! Occasionally you can be lucky and walk across the estuary to the entrance, but this is down to tides and timings! The most popular way is by the ‘Ducks’ which operate about every 20 minutes. These vehicles are unique being able to travel on land or water. Taking these will add £4 to your entrance fee but are well worth the money as it is a fun way to get to the castle and back. On arrival you are greeted by a member of staff who gives you a brief outline on your visit to which then you are free to explore 800 years of history on your own. There is plenty to see inside and out and you will certainly get your steps in. There was some renovations going when we visited but this can happen wherever you go. Most days staff members do talks or cannon firing and on the day we visited, there was an hours talk from King Charles II. This was the best bit of our visit as the guy who played him gave us a lot of facts and information in the hour. He also knew how to engage his audience as we all had several laughs while learning some history. He is obviously very passionate in what he does and is a credit to the team. Overall a great visit and well worth some of your time while in...

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5.0
1y

Elizabeth Castle, situé sur l’île de Jersey, est un site historique remarquable qui mêle beauté naturelle et patrimoine militaire. Construit à partir du XVIe siècle sur un îlot rocheux face à la baie de Saint-Hélier, ce château porte le nom de la reine Élisabeth Ière et a joué un rôle clé dans la défense de l’île contre diverses invasions au fil des siècles. Aujourd’hui, il est l’un des principaux sites touristiques de Jersey, offrant une immersion fascinante dans l’histoire et des panoramas saisissants sur la mer et la côte.

L’une des premières impressions que l’on retient d’Elizabeth Castle est sa situation unique. Accessible à marée basse à pied ou par un “ferry amphibie” à marée haute, la traversée vers le château est déjà une aventure en soi. Cette particularité naturelle renforce l’attrait du lieu, offrant une expérience immersive où la mer et la terre se rejoignent de manière spectaculaire. Le contraste entre les fortifications imposantes et la tranquillité des eaux environnantes crée un cadre à la fois dramatique et apaisant, idéal pour une visite alliant découverte culturelle et détente.

Historiquement, Elizabeth Castle a joué un rôle central dans la défense de Jersey. Sa position stratégique en a fait un point de protection essentiel contre les forces françaises, espagnoles, et plus tard, pendant la Seconde Guerre mondiale, contre l’occupation allemande. En explorant les différentes sections du château, on découvre des bâtiments bien conservés, des casemates, des fortifications et même une chapelle datant du XIIe siècle. Ces éléments racontent plusieurs siècles d’histoire militaire, offrant un aperçu unique de l’évolution des techniques défensives et de la vie dans une garnison.

Cependant, bien que le château soit riche en histoire, certaines améliorations pourraient rendre l’expérience encore plus captivante pour les visiteurs. Par exemple, l’ajout de davantage de panneaux explicatifs et d’audio-guides multilingues enrichirait l’immersion en offrant un contexte plus détaillé sur les événements qui ont marqué le château et sur la vie quotidienne des soldats qui y étaient stationnés. Actuellement, les informations disponibles sur place sont intéressantes, mais pourraient être plus étoffées pour les visiteurs non anglophones ou ceux qui souhaitent approfondir leur compréhension du lieu.

L’aspect interactif de la visite est, en revanche, un véritable point fort du site. Les reconstitutions historiques, comme les démonstrations de tirs de canon par des guides en costume d’époque, ajoutent une touche vivante et engageante à l’expérience. Cela plait particulièrement aux familles et aux enfants, qui peuvent mieux s’identifier à l’histoire en la voyant prendre vie sous leurs yeux. Il serait intéressant d’étendre ce type d’animation, avec davantage de reconstitutions sur la vie quotidienne des soldats ou des événements marquants du passé du château.

Enfin, une des améliorations à envisager concerne l’accessibilité du site. Bien que la traversée vers le château à marée basse soit pittoresque, elle peut être difficile pour certaines personnes, en particulier celles à mobilité réduite ou les jeunes enfants. Renforcer les infrastructures pour rendre le site plus accessible à tous, notamment en augmentant la fréquence du ferry amphibie ou en aménageant des chemins plus praticables, permettrait à un plus large public de profiter de cette visite.

En conclusion, Elizabeth Castle est un lieu incontournable pour les passionnés d’histoire et les amoureux des paysages côtiers. Son cadre unique, associé à son riche passé militaire, en fait un site à la fois éducatif et divertissant. Quelques améliorations au niveau de l’accessibilité et des informations historiques permettraient de rendre l’expérience encore plus enrichissante pour tous les visiteurs, mais il reste sans conteste un joyau de Jersey qui...

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Dee Bee EeeDee Bee Eee
We walked out at low tide, along the exposed concrete path. There is a vehicle if required (at a cost). There are a lot of steps around the castle, so consider that when wanting to explore many nooks and crannies, if you have a pushchair or wheelchair. We were greeted by a very informative volunteer guide, Juliette, who took gave us very interesting facts to ponder over. The history is fascinating, covering many centuries, starting with Saint Helier and where he lived, alone, beyond the rocks that became the foundations of Queen Elizabeth the 1st Castle. The German occupation then changed the castles appearance again and many of the gun turrets and bunkers are preserved. Once the tour was over, ending at the highest point of the castle, we could hear the voice of Charles (The Musket Soldier) on the parade ground, giving his orders and sharing his history. What a very entertaining gentleman. I caught up with him later having decided to walk out to where the Monk had lived, on the opposite side of the Castle. Steps lead down to the unused harbour that leads to his tiny home (up very steep steps) Beyond is a square building where once the detinators to the sea mines which were housed by the Germans. On returning to the Castle Sgt Charles fired his Musket, formed a mini army and marched them off to a canon. He showed everyone the process of preparing the canon and then fired it. The children and adults loved the banter of this excellent guide dressed in his smart uniform. There is a cafe for lunch with tables outside, accessable loos and a lovely flower garden to sit in (up steps). There is a green where you could take a picnic over, and sit and enjoy. We were there about 4 hours, cherishing every moment before the tide changed. You can stay as long or as little as you like. Excellent Day and worth the money.
Paul LiddingtonPaul Liddington
Visiting this Castle 🏰 is a must do on the island of Jersey 🇯🇪. The ticket booth is just a short walk from St Helier town centre on the West Bound coast road (A2). If you are arriving by car, parking is on the same side just past the ticket booth. If you follow a ‘Sat Nav’, it will send you into the port so be aware. To reach the castle entrance there are two options! Occasionally you can be lucky and walk across the estuary to the entrance, but this is down to tides and timings! The most popular way is by the ‘Ducks’ which operate about every 20 minutes. These vehicles are unique being able to travel on land or water. Taking these will add £4 to your entrance fee but are well worth the money as it is a fun way to get to the castle and back. On arrival you are greeted by a member of staff who gives you a brief outline on your visit to which then you are free to explore 800 years of history on your own. There is plenty to see inside and out and you will certainly get your steps in. There was some renovations going when we visited but this can happen wherever you go. Most days staff members do talks or cannon firing and on the day we visited, there was an hours talk from King Charles II. This was the best bit of our visit as the guy who played him gave us a lot of facts and information in the hour. He also knew how to engage his audience as we all had several laughs while learning some history. He is obviously very passionate in what he does and is a credit to the team. Overall a great visit and well worth some of your time while in Jersey 🇯🇪.
Lee FoxLee Fox
Ah, Elizabeth Castle. We managed to visit the castle when the tide was out, which resulted in a leisurely stroll across the beach. (There was transport there if needed) Upon arrival we bought our tickets from a young lady with excellent customer service skills! We came late in the day so we had to rush around the place. However, it was plenty of time to absorb some of the fascinating history of the Castle. There is two museums on site. One is to explore the history and development of cannons. The other took us on a journey through the different eras the castle saw. It was just incredible. The castle is huge, there is a cafe on site and a gift shop. There is a plethora of rooms to explore, two museums to visit and a tower overlooking the castle with stunning views of Jersey. Unfortunately, the castle was shut on the day we wanted to go and we ended up squeezing it in on another day. My advice is to check the website for tidal updates, leave yourselves a couple of hours at least to explore and make sure your phone has plenty of storage, because you're gonna want to take videos and photos. I highly recommend this Castle!
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We walked out at low tide, along the exposed concrete path. There is a vehicle if required (at a cost). There are a lot of steps around the castle, so consider that when wanting to explore many nooks and crannies, if you have a pushchair or wheelchair. We were greeted by a very informative volunteer guide, Juliette, who took gave us very interesting facts to ponder over. The history is fascinating, covering many centuries, starting with Saint Helier and where he lived, alone, beyond the rocks that became the foundations of Queen Elizabeth the 1st Castle. The German occupation then changed the castles appearance again and many of the gun turrets and bunkers are preserved. Once the tour was over, ending at the highest point of the castle, we could hear the voice of Charles (The Musket Soldier) on the parade ground, giving his orders and sharing his history. What a very entertaining gentleman. I caught up with him later having decided to walk out to where the Monk had lived, on the opposite side of the Castle. Steps lead down to the unused harbour that leads to his tiny home (up very steep steps) Beyond is a square building where once the detinators to the sea mines which were housed by the Germans. On returning to the Castle Sgt Charles fired his Musket, formed a mini army and marched them off to a canon. He showed everyone the process of preparing the canon and then fired it. The children and adults loved the banter of this excellent guide dressed in his smart uniform. There is a cafe for lunch with tables outside, accessable loos and a lovely flower garden to sit in (up steps). There is a green where you could take a picnic over, and sit and enjoy. We were there about 4 hours, cherishing every moment before the tide changed. You can stay as long or as little as you like. Excellent Day and worth the money.
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Visiting this Castle 🏰 is a must do on the island of Jersey 🇯🇪. The ticket booth is just a short walk from St Helier town centre on the West Bound coast road (A2). If you are arriving by car, parking is on the same side just past the ticket booth. If you follow a ‘Sat Nav’, it will send you into the port so be aware. To reach the castle entrance there are two options! Occasionally you can be lucky and walk across the estuary to the entrance, but this is down to tides and timings! The most popular way is by the ‘Ducks’ which operate about every 20 minutes. These vehicles are unique being able to travel on land or water. Taking these will add £4 to your entrance fee but are well worth the money as it is a fun way to get to the castle and back. On arrival you are greeted by a member of staff who gives you a brief outline on your visit to which then you are free to explore 800 years of history on your own. There is plenty to see inside and out and you will certainly get your steps in. There was some renovations going when we visited but this can happen wherever you go. Most days staff members do talks or cannon firing and on the day we visited, there was an hours talk from King Charles II. This was the best bit of our visit as the guy who played him gave us a lot of facts and information in the hour. He also knew how to engage his audience as we all had several laughs while learning some history. He is obviously very passionate in what he does and is a credit to the team. Overall a great visit and well worth some of your time while in Jersey 🇯🇪.
Paul Liddington

Paul Liddington

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Ah, Elizabeth Castle. We managed to visit the castle when the tide was out, which resulted in a leisurely stroll across the beach. (There was transport there if needed) Upon arrival we bought our tickets from a young lady with excellent customer service skills! We came late in the day so we had to rush around the place. However, it was plenty of time to absorb some of the fascinating history of the Castle. There is two museums on site. One is to explore the history and development of cannons. The other took us on a journey through the different eras the castle saw. It was just incredible. The castle is huge, there is a cafe on site and a gift shop. There is a plethora of rooms to explore, two museums to visit and a tower overlooking the castle with stunning views of Jersey. Unfortunately, the castle was shut on the day we wanted to go and we ended up squeezing it in on another day. My advice is to check the website for tidal updates, leave yourselves a couple of hours at least to explore and make sure your phone has plenty of storage, because you're gonna want to take videos and photos. I highly recommend this Castle!
Lee Fox

Lee Fox

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