LOOK BACK IN ANGERS
Once again, it is possible to make spontaneous trips to France. How about a weekend in nearby Anjou? When you go, don’t miss out on the magic and the glory that can be found in Angers. By Hamish Marett-Crosby A factoholic visiting the Loire valley should acquire a good working knowledge of European history before […]
WHAT’S ON IN JERSEY THIS MONTH
This September, we’re celebrating all things local – whether it’s sampling homegrown produce at one of Jersey’s artisan markets, learning about the Island’s agricultural history, or rolling up our sleeves with the GROW community horticultural project. Plus more talks and workshops happening in Jersey this month… Saturday 3 September – Genuine Jersey Broad Street Market This […]
£750k ALLOCATED FOR NEW COUNTRYSIDE PATHS
Organisations, parishes, and landowners are being asked to bid for funding to create new countryside paths, or restore old ones, as part of a post-pandemic Government project. The Countryside Access and Wellbeing project aims to “strategically link” paths across the Island and £750,000 has been allocated from the COVID-19 Health and Social Recovery Fund. Successful […]
SEPTEMBER WILD WATCH: MARSH HARRIER
You would’ve been hard-pressed to spot a marsh harrier in Jersey 20 years ago but now this magnificent bird of prey is thriving in the Island’s wetlands. At this time of year, you’ll see them soaring over the reedbeds and marshes at St Ouen’s pond, with their wings raised in a distinctive ‘V’ shape. How […]